Older Americans Month at CMSS: Powered by Connection
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is celebrated each May. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), a federal agency, Older Americans Month recognizes older Americans’ contributions, highlights aging trends, and reaffirms commitments to serving older adults in our communities. This year’s theme, “Powered by Connection,” focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections […]
Building Social Connections to Combat Loneliness
Learn more about CMSS’ Senior Connections program that matches volunteers with older adults to create mutually beneficial friendships that reduce loneliness and social isolation.
CMSS Receives 2022 Honoring Excellence Community Impact Award
Chicago Methodist Senior Service had the honor of being one of two recipients of the ‘2022 Honoring Excellence Community Impact Award’ by the Leading Age Illinois association.
Three Ways CMSS Senior Connections is Making an Impact in Communities
Serving Adults. Supporting Independence. (SASI) has long been a staple of Chicago’s North Shore communities. CMSS Senior Connections volunteer program “brings the world in” for many older adults who are able to stay connected despite the challenging times we are living in. Senior Connections matches older adults with volunteer visitors to create personal, caring experiences […]