Arbor West Neighbors programs are open to members and the community at large. Each program is designed to incorporate four Es:
Expose to create awareness
Educate to create learning
Engage to create community
Empower to create change
If you have an idea for a program or want to be a part of the Program Working Group, send a note to gilherman1949@gmail.com.
Next Programs from AWN and Chicago Area Villages Collaborative
Our Favorite Games
June 15, 1:00 – 3:00 Oak Park Public Library, Veterans Room
Do you enjoy playing games and cards? Let's get together and have fun! We'll start with an engaging game for all to play together, then talk about the benefits of playing games. Bring your favorite game for a show-and-tell to share why you love it. Maybe this could evolve into a Game Playing Interest Group. Preregistration requested: RegisterAWNprogram@gmail.com
Our Favorite Games
The Programs Working Group's offerings intend to engage and educate AWN members in topics relevant to older adults in our community. If you have suggestions for a topic, or especially if you would like to help plan or produce a program, contact Gil Herman, gilherman1949@gmail.com.
Coming Programs from Chicago Area Villages Collaborative and other providers
Note: These programs are typically FREE and presented via Zoom. You must register to get access details for each program.
Supporting Seniors to Age in Place: Resources and Community Partnerships
Tuesday, June 16 3:30 - 5:00
This program, presented in collaboration with the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC), supports professionals in helping older adults live safely and confidently in the place they call home. Participants will identify the roles of key resources, including senior communities, home health, home services, hospice, and care management. The program will review funding options and evolving reimbursement models, including recent CMS changes, and address strategies to reduce hospital readmissions. Attendees will also develop approaches to educate consumers on end-of-life options, pharmacology, provider scope, and financial considerations. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration with community professionals including elder law attorneys, home modification specialists, real estate professionals, financial planners, and long-term care
advisors to support comprehensive, person-centered aging in place.
Speaker: Jenny Novy, Gerontologist - Amada Senior Care NorthShore
Oak Brook Park District - Central Park West 1500 Forest Gate Rd., Oak Brook, IL
Registration Link: NAIPC Presents 6-16-26
“To Tell the Truth: The Future of Local Media” Replay and Discussion
Monday, June 22 @ 4:00 pm
FREE
Presented by the Chicago Area Villages
via Zoom
On May 9th, Arbor West Neighbors and 19th Century Charitable Association in Oak Park brought together experts to talk about the importance of independent local media in our lives.
The panel included Monica Eng of Axios Chicago and formerly Tribune and WBEZ, investigative reporter Manny Ramos of Block Club Chicago, gerontologist and educator Lydia Manning, Ph.D., and Max Reinsdorf, general manager of NEWSWELL Chicago, publisher of Oak Park/River Forest Wednesday Journal and others. Charlie Meyerson, publisher of Chicago Public Square and veteran newsman of WXRT, WNUA and more, moderated the panel.
NOW you’re invited to view the professionally recorded video and join Charlie, Max and Lydia for a group discussion on the importance of trust and truth in our media today.
Watch the video at your leisure (it’s over an hour) and join the discussion with your questions and thoughts. Register for the ZOOM link.
Click here to watch the recording before the discussion!
Here's the registration link:
Arbor West Neighbors
Arbor West Neighbors (AWN) is a grassroots organization of neighbors in Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park and Austin connected to support and enrich aging through community building and advocacy. Our mission is to empower adults to thrive as we age in community.
Our vision is to build a multi-ethnic, multicultural community where all older adults are valued, age with dignity, and enjoy opportunities for growth and engagement.
We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 organization with over 120 members.