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Events
Pathlights keeps you connected! Add our monthly support groups to your schedule and check back often to find out about special education events.
We also convene experts to offer free workshops on a wide range of topics including navigating legal and financial issues, housing options, and training for informal caregivers assisting people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
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Sons and Daughters Caregiver Support Group
June 24 at 3 PM
This support group is designed for adult children caring for their aging parents. Whether you’re helping with daily tasks, coordinating medical care, making difficult decisions, or balancing caregiving with work and family life, you’re not alone.
This group offers a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand the emotional, physical, and practical challenges of caregiving. Our goal is to build a compassionate community where caregivers feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Registration Required.
Visit Chicago Ridge Public Library to register. This presentation will be held at the Chicago Ridge Public Library, 10400 Oxford Ave., Chicago Ridge.
Protect Your Money: Avoiding Phone & Internet Scams Presentation
June 30 at 11 AM
Learn how to reduce your risk of fraud and scams. The Cook County Sherriff’s Office invites you to attend Common Scams & Fraud Prevention Workshop to receive helpful resources about identifying and reporting scams, frauds, and financial exploitation.
Please note: This program is limited to seniors only.
Registration Not Required
This event will be held in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at the Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor.
Memory Café – Orland Park
July 1 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.
Early-Stage Memory Loss Support Group (8 Weeks)
Starting July 9, 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.
Money Smarts for Older Adults
July 14 at 11 AM
Join the Cook County Sheriff’s Office for an informative presentation focused on preventing financial exploitation. Learn how to reduce your risk of financial exploitation, recognize con games and scams targeted at seniors, and receive helpful resources for reporting financial exploitation. Please note: This program is limited to seniors only.
Registration Not Required.
This event will be held in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at the Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor.
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
July 14 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.
*Please note: Photos taken at Pathlights’ events may be shared on our website and social media
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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
