Seniors Program Newsletter (Glenview location)
Senior News You Can Use | October 2024
222 Waukegan Rd. Glenview, IL 60025
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FOR CHICAGO OFFICE
The lobby address for our city office has moved back to the 1850 W. Roosevelt Rd. location. Our Glenview office is located at 222 Waukegan Rd. Call Melissa at (847) 510-2060 to RSVP for programs at least one week prior to participation.
CALENDAR PHONE LINE
Call the calendar phone line anytime, day or night, to hear the current month’s schedule at: (312) 506-0115.
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.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TIP – GETTING ORGANIZED
When you are blind or visually impaired, keeping your space organized, in a way that makes sense to you, is a great way to improve your independence. Creating habits & routines for where you place items, whether it’s your kitchen, bedroom, or office, can make things that much easier for you to find later. Customize your spaces! Place your frequently used items front & center & move less used items to higher or lower shelves. Keep all the items you use for one task in the same area, drawer, or cabinet. Add large print labels or tactile marking (puff paint, bump dots, a rubber band, etc.) to items that could be confused with each other. Put things back where they belong and ask anyone sharing your space to do the same.
OCTOBER CALENDAR of EVENTS:
OCTOBER ANNOUNCEMENT:
Please note that support group & book club will take place on Wednesday, October 16.
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE – GOLDA
IN-PERSON ONLY IN GLENVIEW
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 1 to 2:45pm
This movie will be shown with audio description. Faced with the potential of Israel’s complete destruction, Prime Minister Golda Meir must navigate overwhelming odds, a skeptical cabinet & a complex relationship with Henry Kissinger as millions of lives hang in the balance during the tense 19 days of the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Rated PG-13. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
AUDIO DESCRIPTIVE MOVIE – HAUNTED MANSION
IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1 to 3pm
This movie will be shown with audio description. In this frighteningly fun adventure inspired by the classic theme park attraction, a doctor & her nine-year-old son, looking to start a new life, move into a strangely affordable mansion in New Orleans, only to discover that the place is much more than they bargained for. Desperate for help, they enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters. Rated PG-13. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
BOOK CLUB – POVERTY, BY AMERICA
IN-PERSON IN GLENVIEW & PHONE
*****NOTE DATE CHANGE FROM USUAL SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2 to 3pm
This month, we will discuss the nonfiction bestseller, Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond, listening time, 6 hours. TBBS Book #DB113856. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060. The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. Why? Why does this land of plenty allow one in every eight of its children to go without basic necessities, permit scores of its citizens to live & die on the streets, & authorize its corporations to pay poverty wages? In this landmark book, acclaimed sociologist Matthew Desmond draws on history, research, & original reporting to show how affluent Americans knowingly & unknowingly keep poor people poor. Those of us who are financially secure exploit the poor, driving down their wages while forcing them to overpay for housing & access to cash & credit. We prioritize the subsidization of our wealth over the alleviation of poverty, designing a welfare state that gives the most to those who need the least. And we stockpile opportunity in exclusive communities, creating zones of concentrated riches alongside those of concentrated despair. Some lives are made small so that others may grow. Elegantly written & fiercely argued, this compassionate book gives us new ways of thinking about a morally urgent problem. It also helps us imagine solutions. Desmond builds a startlingly original & ambitious case for ending poverty. He calls on us all to become poverty abolitionists, engaged in a politics of collective belonging to usher in a new age of shared prosperity &, at last, true freedom.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES – THEY ARE HERE TO HELP: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1 to 2pm
Aging gracefully & maintaining independence are vital aspects of senior life. Catholic Charities is here to support you with a wide range of services tailored to meet your unique needs. In this session, you will hear how their services can enhance your quality of life, including care coordination & affordable senior housing. Their goal is to help you age in place, whether independently or with caregivers. Catholic Charities is committed to making a positive impact on your life by providing the support & resources you need. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
CHAIR EXERCISE: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAYS, OCTOBER 8, 22 & 29, 2 to 3pm
Join us for fun & energetic chair exercise classes 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 as a result of your involvement. Your participation acknowledges that you agree to be bound by the terms set forth herein. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONS: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1 to 2pm
If you know someone who is experiencing changes in memory, thinking, & behavior, this education program provides tips & strategies for difficult but important conversations about changes related to dementia. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
HEALTH EDUCATION – A HEALTHIER YOU, NOW
IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO & PHONE:
TUESDAYS, OCTOBER 1 & 15, 11am to 12pm
PHONE ONLY: TUESDAYS, OCT. 8, 22 & 29, 11am to 12pm
Hear from graduate-level nursing students from Rush University as they share valuable health information to help empower us to be healthier versions of ourselves. RSVP to Melissa: (847) 510-2060.
IPAD/IPHONE (& ANDROID) TRAINING: IN-PERSON ONLY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2 to 3pm in CHICAGO
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 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.
MEDITATION: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 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.
NATURE TALK: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1 to 2pm
Imagine yourself one evening at Sagawau Woods in Lemont, IL. What sounds might you hear as you stroll the trails at Sagawau from early spring to the dead of winter? The natural sounds of animals, insects, birds & the wind will be featured as the seasons change with voiceover interpretation. RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
RISE TO SHINE INCLUSIVE RUN & WALK: ILLINOIS MEDICAL DISTRICT @ HASTINGS & WOOD STREETS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 7:30 to 11:30am
Calling all Seniors! Join us for the 3rd annual Chicago Lighthouse Rise to Shine Inclusive Run & Walk. The 10K/5K/1M run, walk & roll, on Sunday, October 20th in the Illinois Medical District promotes health, inclusion & community & benefits the life-changing programs for people who are blind, visually impaired, disabled & Veterans at The Chicago Lighthouse. The Rise to Shine Run & Walk is an inclusive & accessible event that welcomes participants of all ages & abilities. In addition to the Run & Walk, the day will feature a Fitness for All Fest with a kids’ race, food, entertainment & more. Register as an individual or form a team with your friends & family at RiseToShineRace.com. For more information, email RiseToShine@chicagolighthouse.org or call Angela at (312) 447-3246.
SOCIAL HOUR: IN-PERSON ONLY IN CHICAGO
TUESDAYS, OCTOBER 1 & 15, 12 to 1pm
PHONE ONLY: TUESDAYS, OCT. 8, 22 & 29, 12 to 1pm
Enjoy this free time to catch-up with friends.
SUPPORT GROUP: IN-PERSON IN GLENVIEW & PHONE *****NOTE DATE CHANGE FROM USUAL SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1 to 2pm
Join us for this interactive exchange to increase your knowledge & help you retain your independence while getting the support you need. Group is an opportunity for you & your peers to share ideas & support each other. RSVP to Melissa at: (847) 510-2060.
TRIBOND BRAIN GAME: PHONE ONLY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1 to 2pm
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.
TRIVIA GAME: PHONE ONLY
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2 to 3pm
Join us for a fun game of trivia. Research shows that keeping your brain active increases its vitality! Please RSVP at: (847) 510-2060.
OCTOBER EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE:
TUE OCT 1 City In-Person/Phone: Health Ed., 11–12
TUE OCT 1 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE OCT 1 City In-Person Only iPad/iPhone, 2 – 3
WED OCT 2 Glenview In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 2:45
TUE OCT 8 PHONE ONLY: Health Education, 11 – 12
TUE OCT 8 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE OCT 8 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 2 – 3
WED OCT 9 Glenview In-Person Only: iPad/iPhone/Android, 1-3
TUE OCT 15 City In-Person/Phone: Health Ed., 11–12
TUE OCT 15 City In-Person Only: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE OCT 15 City In-Person Only: Movie, 1 – 3
WED OCT 16 Glenview In-Person/Phone: Support Group,1-2
WED OCT 16 Glenview In-Person/Phone: Book Club, 2 – 3
SUN OCT 20 City In-Person Only: Rise To Shine, 7:30-11:30
TUE OCT 22 PHONE ONLY: Health Education, 11 – 12
TUE OCT 22 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE OCT 22 PHONE ONLY: TriBond Brain Game, 1 – 2
TUE OCT 22 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 2 – 3
WED OCT 23 PHONE ONLY: Dementia Conversations, 1-2
WED OCT 23 PHONE ONLY: Meditation, 2 – 2:30
TUE OCT 29 PHONE ONLY: Health Education, 11 – 12
TUE OCT 29 PHONE ONLY: Social Hour, 12 – 1
TUE OCT 29 PHONE ONLY: Catholic Charities, 1 – 2
TUE OCT 29 PHONE ONLY: Chair Exercise, 2 – 3
WED OCT 30 PHONE ONLY: Nature Talk, 1 – 2
WED OCT 30 PHONE ONLY: Trivia, 2 – 3
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.
