Pathlights’ SHIP Counseling Helps Older Adults Make Sense of Medicare Part D Plans
Choosing the correct plan can save older adults thousands each year.
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Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
November 11 at 2 PM
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.
Registration Required.
Visit Matteson Area Public Library District to register. This presentation will be held at the Matteson Area Public Library District, 801 School Ave., Matteson.
Memory Café – Matteson
November 18 at 2 PM
Join Pathlights as they host a monthly Memory Café for those who are experiencing early-stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and for families, friends, or care partners. A Memory Café is a place to have fun, share experiences, and stay socially connected.
Registration Required.
Visit Matteson Area Public Library District to register. This presentation will be held at the Matteson Area Public Library District, 801 School Ave., Matteson.
Caregivers Connecting
November 19 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 Jenna at 708.361.0219 or e-mail jstock@pathlights.org
Grandparent Raising Children Support Group
November 24 at 11 AM
Join grandparents and other relatives raising children for inspiration, encouragement, and education about local resources that are available to support you. Virtual via Zoom.
Registration Required Call Carletta at 708.361.0219 or e-mail cgatling@pathlights.org
Memory Café – Orland Park
December 3 at 10:30 AM
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.
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
December 9 at 2 PM
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.
Registration Required.
Visit Matteson Area Public Library District to register. This presentation will be held at the Matteson Area Public Library District, 801 School Ave., Matteson.
Memory Café – Matteson
December 16 at 2 PM
Join Pathlights as they host a monthly Memory Café for those who are experiencing early-stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and for families, friends, or care partners. A Memory Café is a place to have fun, share experiences, and stay socially connected.
Registration Required.
Visit Matteson Area Public Library District to register. This presentation will be held at the Matteson Area Public Library District, 801 School Ave., Matteson.
Caregivers Connecting
December 17 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 Jenna at 708.361.0219 or e-mail jstock@pathlights.org
Grandparent Raising Children Support Group
December 22 at 11 AM
Join grandparents and other relatives raising children for inspiration, encouragement, and education about local resources that are available to support you. Virtual via Zoom.
Registration Required Call Carletta at 708.361.0219 or e-mail cgatling@pathlights.org
Early-Stage Memory Loss Support Group (8 Weeks)
Starting early 2026
In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Orland Park Library, Pathlights is hosting an eight-week support group for those living with early-stage dementia or MCI (mild cognitive impairment) and their care partners. “Early-stage” refers to people, irrespective of age, who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders and are in the beginning stages of the disease. This group will offer dementia-related education and emotional support and connections with resources.
Pre-Screening and Registration Required
Contact or Lily at 708.361.0219 or by email lbecker@pathlights.org. Sessions will take place at the Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park.
Pathlights Kicks Off Annual Appeal With a New Goal And A New Twist
Pathlights’ annual appeal aims to support fast-growing needs for older adults in Chicago’s southwest and south suburbs.
September 25th AgeWell Symposium Will Dismantle Stereotypes and Illustrate Benefits of Growing Older
Pathlights hosts free half-day event to educate community about aging.
Pathlights’ In-home Services Help Merrionette Park Woman Stay In Home for 66 Years.
Older adults can age in place with financial, nutritional and support services provided by Pathlights.
Elder Abuse Is A Growing Concern As Rates Increase
Sunday June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
TechWise: Technology for Older Adults (6 Weeks)
Starting Soon
Join Pathlights for TechWise, a dynamic six-class series designed for adults 60 and older. This free series will equip you with essential digital skills to navigate today’s technology with confidence.
Registration Required
Contact Jason at 708.361.0219 or by email at jwhite@pathlights.org to learn more about TechWise in your area.
Celebrating Older Americans Month Especially Important This Year
Proposed restructure of aging departments could impact millions of Americans over 65
50th Anniversary Gala Is Opportunity to Celebrate Pathlights
Half century of serving older adults in the southwest and south suburbs to get extraordinary party.
Asking For Help Can Make Older Adults More Independent
Pathlights’ events, classes and support groups educate and guide adults as they navigate the aging journey.
Pathlights’ Shared Housing Program Gives Older Adults A Taste of College Life
Pathlights’ Shared Housing Program Gives Older Adults A Taste of College LifeHaving roommates can benefit seniors financially, socially and in safety Palos Heights, IL – With the assessment fees climbing on her two-bed, two bath condominium in the southwest suburbs, 70-year-old widow Marge Smith (not her real name) realized she and her dog Pooch could …
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Respite is ‘sanity saver’ for family caregiver
Daisy of Oak Lawn was strong for her mom Esther and says her mom was strong for her. As a family caregiver, she cared for her mom in their two-flat building where they enjoyed joint living space since 2012. This proved itself to be an ideal living arrangement after her mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s …
Family Values: Volunteering Across Generations
The other day, Rod Wojcik of Orland Park walked past “Immediate Care Bags” for the homeless in his garage, put together by his youngest grandson Decker, and he couldn’t help but smile. Giving back is a way of life for Wojcik, his wife Lynne, their three adult children and respective spouses, and six grandchildren: Mia, …
Grandfamilies: Raising Children For A Second Time
Raising children is tough. Even the most seasoned experts get stumped at times. When people find themselves in need of a sounding board, someone in a similar situation who can listen to their concerns, empathize with their experience and offer words of encouragement or wisdom can make a big difference. Once a month, Lillie Robinson, …
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Needed Services After A Hospital or Rehab Stay
Donna is a go-getter. She’s curious and motivated to learn new things. She speaks several languages and has lots of diverse interests. When her son was young, the single mom coached his soccer team and participated in 25-mile open road bike rides with him. She spent a rewarding 40-year medical career at some of Chicago’s …
Medication Safety: A New Program with Pathlights
When Barbara was due home following a hospital stay, doctors advised someone check in on her. She chose Pathlights, her local Care Coordination Unit, to fill that role. “They care about you,” she says. Barbara, 82, takes more than 15 pharmaceuticals to manage her medical conditions. Still, it’s a precarious situation to be in. A lengthy …
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Pathlights Wins Award in 2022 National Mature Media Program
Pathlights was a winner in the 31st annual National Mature Media Awards Program honoring the nation’s best marketing, communications, educational materials, and programs produced for older adults. The awards program, presented by the Mature Market Resource Center, a national clearinghouse for the senior market, is the largest program of its kind. The awards were created …
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