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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.
Just register and we’ll contact you with all the details
to dial-in by phone or join by video.
National Night Out
August 5
Join Pathlights for National Night Out with Crestwood, Palos Heights, and Palos Hills Police Departments.
Crestwood: 5:30 – 8:30 PM, Walker Park 13900 Laramie Ave.
Palos Heights: 6 – 9 PM, Palos Heights Police Department 7607 W. College Dr.
Palos Hills: 6 – 8 PM, Palos Hills Police Department 8455 W. 103rd.
Memory Café – Orland Park
August 6 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.
What is Music Therapy?
August 6 at 6 PM
Music and health has been an increasingly popular topic, but have you ever heard of music therapy? Licensed Professional Music Therapists, Ann Fienup and Mia Krings of Greater Chicago Music Therapy, will delve into the psychological and physiological reasons why music is an effective tool to use specifically with clients with diagnoses of dementia and various other neurological disorders, and how music therapy can best support the needs and strengths of these individuals in the community. Case examples and a demonstration will be featured to further understanding of how music therapy works and enhances quality of life.
Registration Required.
Contact the Tinley Park Public Library at 708.845.5719 or click here to register. This event will be held at the Tinley Park Public Library, 7851 Timber Dr., Tinley Park
I’m Going to Be a Caregiver – Now What?
August 7 at 6:30 PM
This session provides answers to common caregiver concerns. What are my duties? How to find resources? How do I pay? What legal documents do you need to put in place? What if the person lacks the capacity to complete legal documents? How do you make the health care power more effective? How to make the use of a trust or power of attorney more effective? Is it possible to get paid?
Registration Required.
Contact the Palos Heights Public Library at 708.448.1473 or click here to register. This event will be held at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st St., Palos Heights.
Love and Care Caregiver Support Group
August 12 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.
CUB Energy Saving Clinic
August 12 at 6:30 PM
Are you concerned about the rise in utility prices? Join Citizens Utility Board (CUB) for information about how to reduce your energy usage. This clinic 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.
Each participants will speak one-on-one with a CUB counselor to review their bills. You will receive information on:
Spotting unnecessary charges on natural gas, electric, and phone bills.
Energy efficiency programs and rebates that can help lower your utility bills.
Decoding your gas and electric bill, spotting errors, and avoiding scams.
Bring your questions and your electric, gas, cable, and phone bills to review with the counselor.
There is no cost for this event.
Registration Required.
Call Evergreen Park Public Library at 708.422.8522 or visit online to register. This presentation will be held at the Evergreen Park Public Library, 9400 S. Troy Ave., Evergreen Park.
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
