Seniors Program Newsletter (Chicago location)
Senior News You Can Use | May & June 2025
1850 W. Roosevelt Rd. Chicago, IL 60608
ADDRESSES FOR BOTH LIGHTHOUSE LOCATIONS
The lobby address for our city office is 1850 W. Roosevelt Rd. Our Glenview office is located at 222 Waukegan Road. Register with Melissa at (847) 510-2060 at least one week prior to your desired participation.
PROGRAM PARTICIPATION REMINDER
To continue receiving this newsletter, at least one hour of phone or in-person participation is expected each month to remain enrolled in the seniors’ program.
MAY ANNOUNCEMENT
We be closed on Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day.
CALL-IN INSTRUCTIONS
After you pre-register/RSVP, here is how to call into programs – we will use the same call-in for all programs. Call (872) 242-7995 & enter Conference ID 737107407#. You will then be admitted into the programs.
CALENDAR PHONE LINE
Call the calendar phone line anytime, day or night, to hear the current month’s schedule at: (312) 506-0115.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TIP – LIGHTING
Increasing the lighting in highly used areas of your home can improve safety, your ability to see what you are doing, & recognize hazards or obstacles. Some key areas to assess are entering/exiting your home, stairways, hallways, kitchens, living rooms, closets & bathrooms. Adding lighting doesn’t always require an electrician! There are a lot of options for easy installation including: outdoor solar lights, outdoor battery-operated motion lights, Bluetooth lightbulbs, indoor battery-operated motion lights & nightlights, or rechargeable LED strip lights. Lights that are motion activated will turn on & off automatically, & you can avoid needing to find a switch or reaching to tap the light. Read the product information to see what lighting option best suits your needs based on the area, needed brightness, & color temperature.
MAY CALENDAR of EVENTS:
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE: NEXT GOAL WINS
IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAY, MAY 20, 1 to 2:45pm
This movie will be shown with audio description which uses narration to describe visual content. Next Goal Wins follows the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0. With the 2014 World Cup Qualifiers approaching, the team hires down-on-his-luck, maverick coach Thomas Rongen hoping he will turn the world’s worst soccer team around in this humorous & heartfelt underdog story. Rated PG-13. RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE – ARTHUR THE KING
IN-PERSON ONLY IN GLENVIEW
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1 to 3pm
This movie will be shown with audio description which uses narration to describe visual content. Over the course of ten days & 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light & a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. Based on an incredible true story, Arthur The King follows Light, desperate for one last chance to win, as he convinces a sponsor to back him & a team of athletes for the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. As the team is pushed to their outer limits of endurance in the race, Arthur redefines what victory, loyalty & friendship truly mean. Rated PG-13. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
BOOK CLUB – THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER
PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 1 to 2pm
Mary Scales chose Parable of the Sower, by Octavia E. Butler, listening time, 11.25 hours, book #DB039777 in the TBBS catalog. When global climate change and economic crises lead to social chaos in the early 2020s, California becomes full of dangers, from pervasive water shortage to masses of vagabonds who will do anything to live to see another day. Fifteen-year-old Lauren Olamina lives inside a gated community with her preacher father, family, & neighbors, sheltered from the surrounding anarchy. In a society where any vulnerability is a risk, she suffers from hyper empathy, a debilitating sensitivity to others’ emotions. Precocious & clear-eyed, Lauren must make her voice heard in order to protect her loved ones from the imminent disasters her small community stubbornly ignores. But what begins as a fight for survival soon leads to something much more: the birth of a new faith & a startling vision of human destiny. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
CHAIR EXERCISE
PHONE-ONLY: TUESDAYS, MAY 13 & 27, 11am to 12pm
IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO & CALL-IN:
TUESDAY, MAY 20, 11am to 12pm
Join us for fun & energetic chair exercise class focusing on increasing your strength & supporting your mobility. All levels are welcome. By participating in our exercise program, you are agreeing to the following waiver: In consideration for voluntarily participating, you agree to hold all persons involved as well as The Chicago Lighthouse & its employees harmless from any injuries or damages which may occur, for any reason.
Your participation acknowledges that you agree to these terms. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
COMPUTER CLASSES: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
EVERY WEDNESDAY IN MAY, 10am to 12pm
Are you a first-time computer user who needs to become familiar with the keyboard & typing? Then using Talking Typer™, a computer keyboarding & typing training that speaks & displays lessons on screen might be helpful for you. It includes drills, practice, & typing games & is adjustable to your level of skill & sight impairment. Alternatively, do you know how to use a computer, but need some accessibility software to assist you? Check your email, search the Internet & strengthen your current computer skills with light support from staff using ZoomText (magnification software) or JAWS® (screen reader software).
Space is limited – register with Melissa at (847) 510-2060.
FAMILY FEUD©: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2 to 3pm
Are you ready to feud? That is right – Family Feud! Get ready to challenge your mind. Get ready to think fast!
RSVP in advance to Melissa: (847) 510-2060.
IPAD/IPHONE (& ANDROID) TRAINING: IN-PERSON ONLY
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2 to 3pm in CHICAGO
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 1 to 3pm in GLENVIEW
We’ll take turns working one-on-one with participants using Apple accessibility features, gestures, Siri, voiceover, etc. Please bring your own device. iPads can be provided by request. In Glenview, android training will also be available. RSVP in advance: (847) 510-2060.
MEDITATION: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 2 to 2:30pm
This mediation is designed to strengthen your inner self & your resilience. This is a great meditation to relax the mind, body & spirit. It’s an exercise to promote self-compassion & inner self-healing. RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
MUSIC APPRECIATION: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 1 to 2pm
This program will explore the evolution of modern-day country & bluegrass music. Artists such as the New Lost City Ramblers, the Carter Family & Doc Watson are featured. RSVP to Melissa at: 847-510-2060.
NAME THAT TUNE: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 1 to 2pm
Do you like music? Do you like a challenge? If so, then let’s play Name That Tune! RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AT THE LIGHTHOUSE
IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO & CALL-IN:
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 11am to 12pm
The Low Vision Clinic’s Occupational Therapy department will be hosting a discussion on practical strategies for managing daily activities. This talk will focus on essential skills such as cooking safely, organizing & selecting clothing, & maintaining nail care with confidence. Please come prepared with any OT questions as well as tips & strategies that have worked for you! RSVP to Melissa at (847) 510-2060.
READING ASSISTANCE: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
Would you like to have some assistance reading your mail? If so, Megan would be pleased to assist you so call her at (312) 447-3257 to schedule an appointment.
SOCIAL HOUR: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAYS, MAY 6 & 20, 12 to 1pm
PHONE ONLY: TUESDAYS, MAY 13 & 27, 12 to 1pm
Enjoy this free time in-between programs.
SUPPORT GROUP: IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO & CALL-IN:
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 1 to 2pm
Join us for this interactive exchange of ideas & information to increase your knowledge & help you retain your independence while getting the support you need. Join in to say hi, share how you’re doing & hear some familiar voices. RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
TriBond BRAIN Game: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2 to 3pm
What does picnic, card & pool all have in common? Answer – they are all types of tables! TriBond is a game of making connections. RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
MAY EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE:
TUE MAY 6 City In-Person/Phone: OT Talk/Demo, 11–12
TUE MAY 6 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE MAY 6 City In-Person/Phone: Support Group, 1 – 2
TUE MAY 6 City In-Person Only: iPad/iPhone, 2 – 3
WED MAY 7 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED MAY 7 Glenview In-Person Only: iPad/iPhone/Android, 1–3
TUE MAY 13 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 11 – 12
TUE MAY 13 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE MAY 13 PHONE ONLY: Book Club, 1 – 2
TUE MAY 13 PHONE ONLY: Family Feud, 2 – 3
WED MAY 14 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
TUE MAY 20 City In-Person/Phone: Exercise 11 – 12
TUE MAY 20 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE MAY 20 City In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 2:45
WED MAY 21 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED MAY 21 Glenview In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 3
MON MAY 26 OFFICE CLOSED
TUE MAY 27 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 11 – 12
TUE MAY 27 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE MAY 27 PHONE ONLY: Music Appreciation, 1 – 2
TUE MAY 27 PHONE ONLY: Tribond Brain Game, 2 – 3
WED MAY 28 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED MAY 28 PHONE ONLY: Name That Tune, 1 – 2
WED MAY 28 PHONE ONLY: Meditation, 2 – 2:30
JUNE CALENDAR of EVENTS:
JUNE ANNOUNCEMENT
We will be closed on June 19th in honor of Juneteenth.
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE – TWISTERS
IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 1 to 3pm
Twisters will be shown with audio description which uses narration to describe visual content. Kate is a former storm chaser haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado during her college years who now studies storm patterns on screens safely in New York City. She is lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. There, she crosses paths with Tyler, the charming & reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures with his raucous crew, the more dangerous the better. This epic disaster movie is an adrenaline-pumping, seat-gripping, big-screen thrill ride that puts you in direct contact with one of nature’s most wondrous & destructive forces. Rated PG-13.
RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE – THE LITTLE MERMAID
IN-PERSON ONLY IN GLENVIEW
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 1 to 3:15pm
The Little Mermaid will be shown with audio description which uses narration to describe visual content. The Little Mermaid is a live-action reimagining of Disney’s beloved animated musical classic, the story of Ariel, a beautiful & spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters & the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea &, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – & her father’s crown – in jeopardy. Rated PG. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
BOOK CLUB – ONCE UPON A SUMMER
PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 1 to 2pm
Mary Bell Snyder chose Once Upon a Summer by Janette Oke, listening time, 6.25 hours. TBBS Book #DB022381. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060. Best-selling author, Janette Oke is loved for her inspirational novels. In Once Upon a Summer, Oke weaves the tender tale of 12-year-old, Joshua, who has been raised by his 18-year-old aunt & their grandparents. He has grown accustomed to their close-knit family, but that is all about to change when Joshua’s aunt considers marriage.
CHAIR EXERCISE: IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO & CALL-IN
TUESDAYS, JUNE 3 & 17, 11am to 12pm
PHONE-ONLY: TUESDAYS, JUNE 10 & 24, 11am to 12pm
Join us for fun & energetic chair exercise class focusing on increasing your strength & supporting your mobility.
All levels are welcome. By participating in our exercise program, you are agreeing to the following waiver: In consideration for voluntarily participating, you agree to hold all persons involved as well as The Chicago Lighthouse & its employees harmless from any injuries or damages which may occur, for any reason. Your participation acknowledges that you agree to these terms. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
COMPUTER CLASSES: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
EVERY WEDNESDAY IN JUNE, 10am to 12pm
Are you a first-time computer user who needs to become familiar with the keyboard & typing? Register to learn Talking Typer™, a computer keyboarding & typing training that speaks & displays lessons on screen. It includes drills, practice, & typing games & is adjustable to your level of skill & sight impairment. Alternatively, do you know how to use a computer, but need some accessibility software to assist you? Check your email, search the Internet & strengthen your current computer skills with light support from staff using ZoomText (magnification software) or JAWS® (screen reader software). Register at (847) 510-2060.
IPAD/IPHONE (& ANDROID) TRAINING: IN-PERSON ONLY
TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2 to 3pm in CHICAGO
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 1 to 3pm in GLENVIEW
We’ll take turns working one-on-one with participants using Apple accessibility features, gestures, Siri, voiceover, etc. Please bring your own device. iPads can be provided by request. In Glenview, android training will also be available. Pre-register at: (847) 510-2060.
JEOPARDY!©: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 1 to 2pm
Let’s exercise our brains with a good old-fashioned
game! RSVP to Melissa at (847) 510-2060.
MEDITATION: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 2 to 2:30pm
In a world where sometimes we suffer in isolation, make the choice to cultivate kindness, connection, & compassion. Make the choice to build the qualities of compassion & kindness during your meditation so it will carry over into all the activities of your day. Every moment, every behavior, we have the choice, so choose kindness. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
MUSIC APPRECIATION: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2 to 3pm
This program will look at how Folkways artists have used music as an instrument for social activism. This session focuses on musicians whose songs inspired those struggling for improved working conditions & wages. The works of Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, & Cisco Houston, have all played a vital role in the labor movement, & we celebrate that history in this session. RSVP to Melissa at: 847-510-2060.
NAME THAT TUNE: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2 to 3pm
Do you like music? Do you like a challenge? If so, then let’s play Name That Tune! RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
READING ASSISTANCE: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
Would you like to have some assistance reading your mail? If so, Megan would be pleased to assist you so call her at (312) 447-3257 to schedule an appointment.
SOCIAL HOUR: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAYS, JUNE 3 & 17, 12 to 1pm
PHONE ONLY: TUESDAYS, JUNE 10 & 24, 12 to 1pm
Enjoy this free time in-between programs to catch-up with friends.
SUPPORT GROUP: IN-PERSON IN CHICAGO & CALL-IN
TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 1 to 2pm
Join us for this interactive exchange of ideas & information to increase your knowledge & help you retain your independence while getting the support you
need. RSVP with Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
TRIVIA Game: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 1 to 2pm
Join us for a fun game of trivia. Research shows that keeping your brain active increases its vitality!
Please RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
JUNE EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE:
TUE JUN 3 City In-Person/Phone: Chair Exercise 11 – 12
TUE JUN 3 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE JUN 3 City In-Person/Phone: Support Group, 1 – 2
TUE JUN 3 City In-Person Only: iPad/iPhone, 2 – 3
WED JUN 4 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED JUN 4 Glenview In-Person Only: iPad/iPhone/Android, 1–3
TUE JUN 10 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 11 – 12
TUE JUN 10 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE JUN 10 PHONE ONLY: Book Club, 1 – 2
TUE JUN 10 PHONE ONLY: Name That Tune, 2 – 3
WED JUN 11 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
TUE JUN 17 City In-Person/Phone: Exercise, 11 – 12
TUE JUN 17 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE JUN 17 City In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 3
WED JUN 18 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED JUN 18 Glenview In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 3:15
THU JUN 19 OFFICE CLOSED
TUE JUN 24 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 11 – 12
TUE JUN 24 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE JUN 24 PHONE ONLY: Jeopardy, 1 – 2
TUE JUN 24 PHONE ONLY: Music Appreciation, 2 – 3
WED JUN 25 City In-Person Only: Computers, 10 – 12
WED JUN 25 PHONE ONLY: Trivia, 1 – 2
WED JUN 25 PHONE ONLY: Meditation, 2 – 2:30
For those interested in participating, whether it be in-person or over-the-phone, everyone must call Melissa at (847) 510-2060 to discuss their participation plans in advance for attendance / RSVPs and pre-register as space is limited for all in-person attendance.
Call the calendar phone line anytime, day or night, to hear the current month’s schedule: (312) 506-0115.