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Enriched by experience. Empowered in life.

Pathlights works with communities in the Southwest Suburbs of Cook County to help navigate and celebrate aging.

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Pathlights serves adults over 60 and adults with disabilities living at home.

We are here for every stage of your journey, whatever it may be.

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Staying connected and involved is more important than ever.

Our remote events inform caregivers, clients, and their families.

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Will you help us?

Find out about the many ways in which you can support the community today!

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Pathlights, formerly known as PLOWS Council on Aging, is a vital component of a healthy, empowered, and compassionate community.
Everyone has someone they care for who can benefit from our services.

For resources call 708.361.0219

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LATEST UPDATES: SERVICES & COVID-19

Our services continue.
We are available at 708.361.0219

Our team is operating remotely, conducting assessments and services by phone and computer. Check out our Events to keep connected with remote events and activities.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

Pathlights help communities by ensuring that individuals have equal access to food, shelter, safety, and care.
Learn more about our programs and services below.

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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SHELTER

We can help you learn about housing options and work with you to identify ways to maximize your budget with benefits that may lower your monthly expenses such as utility bills, property taxes, transportation, and more.

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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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CARE

Our resources can enhance your life and aid caregivers, friends, and family with in-house services, support groups, Respite, benefits’ assistance, and options for safe transition from hospitals or skilled nursing facilities.

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NEWS

Pathlights' board member Dr. JoAnn Gruca recognized by Crain's Chicago Business as a Notable Nonprofit Board Leader. Read the full article »

Here’s a front page Daily Southtown/Chicago Tribune story about our new name and look.

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REMOTE EVENTS

Check out our events page to register.

Join us at Congresswoman Marie Newman’s Senior Fair in Oak Lawn.

November 9, 2021

Be creative at the Art Memory Café.

November 10, 2021

Get a thorough overview of Medicare from SHIP counselors.

November 10, 2021

Attend a free document signing event.

November 16, 2021

Share experiences with other caregivers at our support group.

November 17, 2021

Learn about prescription drug plan options to prepare for Medicare D open enrollment.

November 17, 2021

Find out about all the ways Pathlights can support you and your friends and family.

November 18, 2021

Do you have a family member or person
in your life who needs Pathlights' services? We are available at 708.361.0219.

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.

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

Funding for services is provided through AgeOptions, the Area Agency on Aging of suburban Cook County under Title III of the Older Americans Act as administered through the Illinois Department on Aging and the Federal Administration on Aging. Additional funding for services is generously provided by United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, CDBG of Cook County, CDBG of Oak Lawn, and the Illinois Attorney General Violent Crime Victim Assistance. 

PATHLIGHTS does not discriminate in admission to programs or treatment of employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, The Age Discrimination Act, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the U. S. and Illinois Constitution. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint. For information, contact the PATHLIGHTS Civil Rights Coordinator at 708.361.0219.