A century-old Chicago institution for people with visual impairments has made Glenview its second home. The Chicago Lighthouse officially opened the doors of its first … Read more ›
Seniors
‘Grandparent scam’ claims 4th elderly victim, who was duped out of $4,800
An elderly Gurnee man duped out of thousands of dollars is the fourth victim since January of the so-called “grandparent scam,” in which someone posing … Read more ›
From the community
Basic Rules for Communicating
Communication means exchanging information with others. We exchange information about feelings, opinions, and facts. People can tell if a friend is feeling sad or in … Read more › 1 comment
Unlicensed Gurnee seniors home has 3 months to secure permit
An assisted living facility in a residential subdivision in Gurnee has 60 days to secure a building permit so the house will comply with village … Read more ›
From the community
North Chicago celebrates seniors
NORTH CHICAGO, Illinois (December 22, 2011) – North Chicago seniors gathered for the 26th Annual North Chicago Senior Citizens Breakfast on Thursday, December 15 at … Read more ›
$20.3M assisted living facility in Gurnee breaks ground
The News-Sun reports: The new, $20.3 million assisted living community that broke ground Thursday will house 105 residents and create 45 to 50 full-time jobs, … Read more ›
UPDATE: County Board agrees to turn management of Winchester House over to private firm
The Lake County Board this week agreed to turn over management of its residence for seniors to a private company. The draft contract with Minnesota-based … Read more ›
Sheriff reports an uptick in scammers victimizing senior citizens
Scammers have been victimizing more elderly people recently in Lake County, officials say. Burlgars offer services in order to gain entry and steal from homeowners, … Read more ›
From the community
The Hoarding Dilemma: When and How to Help
By Shay Jacobson, RN, MA, NCGPresident, Lifecare Innovations, Inc. National Certified GuardianAndMartha M. KernDirector, Lifecare Home Solutions, Inc. The problem of hoarding has recently garnered … Read more ›
From the community
Funeral Planning
Certainly not at the top of most party conversational topics, yet planning for someone's (even your own) funeral is a certainty – as they say, … Read more ›
