 CHPV Memoir Writing Class returns in October!
Organizational Meeting Tomorrow!
Tuesday, September 30
4–5pm
The memoir writing class that we enjoyed in the spring led by Rosellen Brown will begin again in October. New and repeating writers are welcome but we strongly encourage everyone interested in this class to attend the Organizational Meeting. This meeting is important to frame expectations, share more, and help us determine the class focus. |
Chicago Area Villages Collaborative End-of-Life Series
Wednesday, October 15
4–5 via Zoom
| | | Death can be a challenging topic to discuss. Many wonder why and how to prepare for it. In this presentation, you will hear about what a Death Doula is, why people benefit from the services provided, what a home funeral is, how to explore your legacy and the importance of preserving it. The work of a Death Doula is to assist individuals and families to prepare for end of life. Death Doulas have facilitated life-to-death transitions for both the dying and those left behind in all cultures since ancient times. The role of a Death Doula is to support and honor the wishes of a dying individual.
Services of a Death Doula include: Death Education, Consultation on All Aspects of Dying Except Medical, Funeral Arrangements (Traditional, Home, Green Burial), Referrals for Trusts and Wills, Advance Directive, Legacy, Caregiver Assistance, Sitting Vigil with the Dying Person, Obituary Drafting, Grief Counseling, Distribution of Possessions, Financial Inventory, Account Closures, Personal Inventory.
Watch the recordings for other presentations in the End-of-Life series:
Medical Aid in Dying |  Volunteer Fair!
Tuesday, October 23
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Augustana Lutheran Church
Got time to lend a hand?
There are so many ways to help!
Many neighbors seek ways to contribute their time, energy, and skills to worthy causes. Many community organizations search for volunteers to help implement their mission and achieve their goals.
Join us for a Volunteer Fair where you can explore a host of community organizations and find one that matches your interests. Make a difference in your community with the gift of your time and talents!
|  Laura Kracke Memorial Service
Watch the recording of Laura Kracke's memorial service on Augustana Lutheran Church's Facebook page.
| | Movies at Hyde Park Art Center
aka "Silver Screen Society"
With CHPV & UChicago Service League
Monthly on the first Friday
Friday, October 3
NOTE: Special start time this month at 2pm instead of the customary 1:15.
The Haunting (1963)
| | | ASA Chicagoland Roundtable: Solo Aging: Challenges and Opportunities
Friday, October 10, 8:30–10:30am Central on Zoom
Provided by Rush University and American Society on Aging
Free; Register via Zoom
A growing number of older adults – about a quarter of baby boomers by 2034 – do not have children. Nearly 26 million Americans 50 or older already live alone, up from 15 million in 2000. Coined “solo agers,” many older Americans do not have a life partner, children and/or family, by choice or by circumstance to provide support. How can aging services providers help?
Join us as we explore the challenges and resilience of those aging alone from a variety of perspectives and offer concrete resources and recommendations to help bridge the gaps. Also joining our expert panel will be a speaker with lived experience as a solo ager.
Speakers and Moderator:
• Claire Solomon Nisen, LMSW, MPH, Manager, Lasting Impressions for DOROT
• Grisel Rodriguez-Morales, LCSW, Senior Manager of Health Promotion Programs, Department of Social Work and Community Health at Rush University Medical Center
• Sharon Dornberg-Lee, LCSW, Clinical Director of Community Services, CJE SeniorLife
• Robin Tillotson, Chief Cultural Officer, This I Do For Me Podcast
• Moderated by: Serena Worthington, Senior Program Officer and Director of Equity & Inclusion, RRF Foundation for Aging
Visit this website to access recent ASA Chicagoland Roundtable sessions. | |
Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 11am-6pm
Crerar Quad 5802 S. Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL
With ~100 incredible hands-on demonstrations, UChicago’s free South Side Science Festival on Oct. 4 is your chance to try it all. With events and activities for all ages and experience levels, everyone can learn something new. Sponsored by the University of Chicago’s Office of Civic Engagement, Biological Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Division and Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. | Empowering a Lifetime of Wellness
Presented by the Center for Better Aging
Saturday, September 27
KROC Center, 1250 W 119th St, Chicago
Register online
This event will bring together seniors, caregivers, and families for a day of education, health resources, screenings, and community connection. Our goal is to provide tools, information, and inspiration to help older adults live healthier, more empowered lives.
Event Highlights:
- Health & wellness resources
- Fall Risk Assessments
- Educational workshops
- Community vendors & giveaways
- Free transportation options for senior buildings with resident interest
| | 2025/2026 Learn & Thrive Thursdays
2nd Thursday of the month
October 9, 2025 – June 11, 2026
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The South Shore Senior Center (SSSC) in collaboration with the SHARE Network is excited to present Learn & Thrive Thursdays, a free virtual educational series held every second Thursday of the month. Each session will feature a variety of informative topics centered on health and wellness for older adults.
| The University of Chicago's SHARE Network is a major institutional partner of Chicago Hyde Park Village. We are pleased to promote the community enrichment opportunities provided by the SHARE Network. | |
Thursday, October 2, 1–3 Central, online via WebEx
Inform the Future of Aging in Illinois! The Illinois Department on Aging, with support from Health & Medicine Policy Research Group, invites you to help shape Illinois' Multi-sector Plan for Aging. Join us at an upcoming engagement session with people across Illinois to create a healthier, more equitable future for older persons. Every one of us plays a role in making Illinois a great place to live, work, support family members, and grow older.
- Explore challenges and solutions
- Discuss region-specific needs and ideas
- Ensure underrepresented communities are heard from
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