Affinity Community Services
Affinity Community Services is a social justice organization that works with and on behalf of Black LGBTQ communities, queer youth, and allies to identify emergent needs, create safe spaces,... Learn more
Educational opportunities designed for the older adult learner.
Affinity Community Services is a social justice organization that works with and on behalf of Black LGBTQ communities, queer youth, and allies to identify emergent needs, create safe spaces,... Learn more
The Basic Program of Liberal Education for Adults is a four-year certificate program that offers a rigorous, liberal arts curriculum that draws on the strong Socratic tradition at the Univer... Learn more
Center on Halsted provides an array of programs and services for LGBTQ community members over the age of 55 through its Senior Program. Each week, more than 150 seniors participate in senior... Learn more
Chicago Hyde Park Village's mission is to help its members to remain in their homes and engaged in the community as they grow older, through education, volunteerism, and referrals. Membershi... Learn more
GoldMind Arts leads art programs for those living with memory loss. It contracts with organizations and institutions to provide programming.
IDA is designed to help older people live independently. The Community Care Program provides in-home and adult day services to frail seniors each month. To be eligible for service, clients m... Learn more
The mission of Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly is to advocate for elders who are isolated and at risk by developing long-term companionship to provide greater well-being and stabili... Learn more
The Institute provides a cooperative learning community that generates an exciting and intellectually challenging curriculum of more than 75 study groups per semester. OLLI offers a variety... Learn more
Rush Generations is a membership program for adults and caregivers that gives you access to a wealth of information and resources geared toward health and aging. They offer lectures by physi... Learn more
The Kroc Community Center provides various senior fitness classes, social activities, special events, field trips, and services to enrich the quality of life for older adults. Each activity... Learn more
The Department’s Senior Services Area Agency on Aging administers a variety programs designed to address the diverse needs and interests of older Chicagoans, from those who are healthy and a... Learn more
The Southwest Senior Center acts as community focal point for information and assessment, and provide senior services in health and fitness, education and recreation. It is geographically l... Learn more
Margaret's Village's Vincennes Senior Center offers social and recreational activities, educational opportunities, and nutritious meals to over 100 seniors. The Senior Center was established... Learn more
Elder Law Wellness Initiative (ELWI) offers free legal services to Cook County residents, aged sixty or over, and their caregivers. ELWI can arrange for you to speak to an attorney about man... Learn more
This free training curriculum from HRSA contains lesson plans, modules, and powerpoint presentations meant to educate health professionals, students, and caregivers on Alzheimer's Disease an... Learn more
This is the hub for free activities, entertainment, spiritual and wellness-minded resources. With an increased need for digital options for engagement and social activity, aging adult... Learn more
The South Loop Village is a community based volunteer organization created to enable neighborhood residents to age in community enjoying the quality of life they cherish for as long as they desire.
Sign up from a number of free online classes taught live for older adults including: Using a Smartphone, Getting started with Zoom, Photography, Movement classes, and many more.