What to Know About Aging Today: Chicago Methodist Senior Services in the News
At Chicago Methodist Senior Services, we believe that serving our community extends beyond the day-to-day care we provide to sharing knowledge about aging well. Recently, Bill Lowe, our CEO and president, has weighed in on topics from Alzheimer’s research to Chicago resources for LGBTQ seniors, and our programs and insight have also appeared in local […]
CMSS Voices Our Support for the LGBTQ Community
Chicago Methodist Senior Services is proud to have been able to voice our support for the LGBTQ community in a recent TribLocal article, “Thriving as an Older LGBTQ Adult in Chicago.” LGBTQ people of all ages are faced with daily challenges, but the intersection of these challenges with those of aging can compound for older adults. […]
What We Are Thankful for This Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, our residents shared with us the things that they are most thankful for. Our residents overwhelming agreed that they were most grateful for their family, friends, life, home and health. (We also loved that many folks said they were grateful for “everything!”) No matter what you are most thankful for, we wish you […]
IL Senator Heather Steans Visits CMSS
CMSS was honored to welcome Senator Heather Steans (Illinois 7th District) for a visit last week! Following a tour of Wesley Place’s newly-renovated short term rehabilitation unit, a casual reception was hosted in the new Bistro section of the main Dining Room. Senator Steans provided a brief update on the highlights of the recently concluded legislative […]
CMSS Participates in “Partners in Quality” Grassroots Advocacy Program
Last week, Wesley Place hosted a visit and tour for Illinois State Representative Greg Harris. In addition to viewing the progress of the multi-million dollar enhancements underway at Wesley Place, Representative Harris was presented with the Life Services Network “Partners in Quality” award. This award recognizes his personal commitment and dedication to the advancement of […]
Dr. DeBacker Receives Prestigious Award
We are extremely proud to announce that Noel DeBacker, MD, CMD, Medical Director of Wesley Place, has been named Medical Director of the Year by the American Medical Director’s Association! He was presented with the award on March 9th at their annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. This award recognizes “individuals whose vision, passion, leadership, knowledge and […]
CMSS is Proud to Serve a Real Tuskegee Airman
If you weren’t already aware of the history surrounding the Tuskegee Airmen, chances are you might have a better idea thanks to the release of Red Tails, the motion picture that hit the big screens on January 20, 2012. “Tuskegee Airmen” refers to the African American pilots who fought in World War II. Officially, they […]
Governor Quinn Signs Senior-Focused Laws into Effect at CMSS
Wesley Place had the pleasure of hosting Governor Pat Quinn as he signed two new laws that protect seniors and vulnerable adults.
