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Pathlights is a vital component of a healthy, empowered, and compassionate community. We guide people along the path to aging in Southwest Suburban Cook County.
Everyone knows someone who can benefit from our services.
For resources call 708.361.0219
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
We’re all getting older — every day. This looks different to each of us but most share common aging goals: to age well, age in our homes, and remain independent contributors to our communities. So where do we go if we need a little — or a lot of — help along the path to aging?
In Southwest Suburban Cook County, Pathlights is the “go-to” community resource. Our programs and services are needs-based, and most are available at no cost. We serve people across all financial levels and some programs follow specific eligibility requirements. We help provide care, food, and safety so older adults and adults with disabilities can remain in their homes with dignity for as long as possible. Learn more below.
CARE
Our resources can enhance your life and aid caregivers, friends, and family with in-house services, support groups, Respite, benefits’ assistance, free workshops and events, and options for safe transition from hospitals or skilled nursing facilities.
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Food
Sometimes accessing basic nutrition can be a challenge for older adults living independently or with limitations. We can help with home-delivered meals and assistance with Illinois SNAP benefits, formerly known as food stamps.
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SAFETY
Our trained professionals work with the Illinois Department on Aging to investigate abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults and adults with disabilities, and educate our community how to take action to prevent abuse.
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The Journey: Making Meaningful Connections
For the fifth year, we’ve collaborated with the Chicago Tribune and community partners to create a special publication that shares inspiring and informative stories and calendar of events from May to July. Click to view the digital Flipbook.
This edition focuses on making meaningful connections and the vital role that connectedness plays in overall well-being for everyone.
Check out our events, open to everyone at no cost. Thank you to The Journey Sponsors.
We need your help. Please consider helping Pathlights so we can empower more neighbors who need a little — or a lot of — help along the path to aging. Your donations help our nonprofit provide care, food, and safety to more people in our community.
Pathlights Annual Report
Learn about the impactful work and accomplishments achieved as we continue our mission to empower individuals navigating the life cycle.
Thank You Annual Sponsors
Events
Estate Planning Workshop
July 31 at 6:30 PM
Please join us for an in-person workshop on Estate Planning presented by local attorney Michael J. Maslanka. Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Last Wills, Trusts, Deeds, and many more topics will be discussed.
Generously sponsored by Republic Bank.
Registration Required
Call Tinley Park Public Library at 708.532.0160 ext. 3, to register. This presentation will be held at the Tinley Park Public Library, 7851 Timber Dr., Tinley Park.
Music Memory Café
August 7 at 10:30 AM
Music therapy is a clinical and evidenced-based practice that uses music to engage, support, and build connection. Therapeutic music experiences are utilized to address goals that enhance health and wellbeing and are based on our client’s needs, strengths, and responses. Music is a powerful tool for people with dementia as it enables the brain to have successful engagement and participation even late into the disease progression. The team at Greater Chicago Music Therapy Inc. will encourage the participants to sings, play instruments, connect with each other, and have fun at the Memory Café. This event takes place at the Orland Park Public Library and is for people living with dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment and their care partners.
Registration Required
Visit Orland Park Library to register. This presentation will be held at the Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park.
Citizens Utility Board Energy Saving Presentation
August 14 at 10 AM
Are you concerned about the rise in utility prices? Join Citizens Utility Board (CUB) for information about how to reduce your energy usage. This presentation is designed to help you better understand the ins and outs of your bill, avoid utility scams, and learn about programs designed to save you money and energy. This presentation is generously sponsored by High Point Residence Tinley Park.
This presentation will be held at Chicago Ridge Public Library, 10400 Oxford Ave., Chicago Ridge.
Registration Required
To register, please call the Chicago Ridge Library at 708.423.7753 or click here.
Pathlights 101
August 20 at 5 PM
In Southwest Suburban Cook County, Pathlights is the “go-to” non-profit community resource for people needing assistance along the path to aging. Pathlights 101 introduces the comprehensive and coordinated services helping older adults age in place as independently as possible. We also offer a robust caregiver support program and resources for adults over age 55 raising relatives. Come find out how you and your loved ones can benefit from our services.
Registration Required
This program will be held at Hometown Public Library (4331 Southwest Highway, Hometown). To register, please call the Hometown Public Library at 708-636-0997.
Caregivers Connecting
August 21 at 10 AM
Staying connected and involved is more important than ever. Our monthly support group gives you a chance to talk with others in similar situations, share experiences, advice, and words of encouragement. Virtual via Zoom
Registration Required Call Lily at 708.361.0219 or e-mail lruckman@pathlights.org
Advanced Directives
August 22 at 11 AM
Which critical documents should you have in place to maintain control of healthcare and financial decisions if incapacitated? How can you direct what happens to your estate after death? Join the discussion with staff from the Center for Disability & Elder Law.
Presentation attendees 60+ years of age and younger adults living with a permanent disability may be eligible to participate in a follow-up workshop with attorneys who provide some of these legal documents at no charge. Workshop date and eligibility guidelines will be provided on August 22nd.
Registration Required
This program will be held at William Leonard Public Library (13820 Central Park Ave., Robbins). To register, please call the William Leonard Public Library at 708-597-2760.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
There are many ways you can contribute towards our cause, and every act of generosity goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Please consider making a donation to keep our communities healthy.
Pathlights is a 501(c) (3), independent, charitable, human service organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law. Tax ID: 36-2882809
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Our programs and services are need-based, and most are available at no cost. We serve people across all financial levels and some programs follow specific eligibility requirements. We are available at 708.361.0219.
