We support & enrich aging through community building & advocacy.
Additional Resources
Numerous resources come to our attention through our Programs and Advocacy efforts. We also become aware of additional resources from other sources. This page is periodically updated, so check back to see new resources.
Note: Being listed here is not intended to provide any particular endorsement. However, everything listed has been recommended by at least one AWN member and has been vetted for its legitimacy.
Celebrating Life's Journey
People Helping People - from April 2023
Some organizations AWN members are involved with
Sustainability from May 2023
Artificial Intelligence from September 2023
Preventing Scams and Financial Exploitation from May 2024
Panel included experts with resources from
AgeOptions http://www.ageoptions.org/
SEC Division of Enforcement https://www.sec.gov/page/enforcement-section-landing
Office of the Illinois Attorney General www.IllinoisAttorneyGeneral.gov
Oak Park Police Department https://www.oak-park.us/village-services/police-department
Joy Aaronson (AWN Member) on relationship scams joy.aaronson@gmail.com
Online Dating for Older Adults from June 2024
The program suggested using the Burned Haystack Dating Method on FaceBook and Instagram, developed by Jennie Young, a UW professor in rhetoric and gender studies.
Behind the Scenes at the Oak Park Public Library from July 2024
The library has many services and materials of interest to older adults. Some of these include home delivery, audio books, film series, access to geneaology records, library of things, creative studio and makers' space, older adults coffee hour, private collections, and much more. Visit in person or see their website at www.oppl.org.
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.