NWCASA Hosts Community “Exploration Open House” on Thursday, Sept. 28

Join NWCASA staff and learn about its mission, travel the path of a survivor accessing essential community services

AMI Welcomes New Faculty Member

Louise Brodie - Violin/Viola - Available Wednesday at AMI’s Clarendon Hills & Downers Campuses

Park Ridge 'Model Citizen' Dedicated To Environmental Activism

Park Ridge mother of four Amy Bartucci founded Go Green Park Ridge and has partnered with local schools, park districts and food pantries.

American Music Institute Opens NEW CAMPUS In Geneva, IL

A week ago today, American Music Institute (AMI) opened its fourth Chicagoland area location in Geneva, IL

On September 13th in Elmwood Park: `Estate Planning Explained’

​In a program hosted by Elmwood Park Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan of Bentron Financial Group covers the process from beginning to end

AMI Welcomes New Faculty Member

Maddy Soldan — Winds/Piano - Available for lessons Tuesdays & Thursdays in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, and in-home

AMI Welcomes New Faculty Member

Lisa Buhelos - Voice/Piano - Available Tues & Thur at Clarendon Hills & Downers Grove Campuses

NWCASA seeks to close service gap caused by severe federal budget cuts

Summer fund-raising campaign essential to address significant grant funding cut from federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) for new fiscal year

NWCASA seeks to close service gap caused by severe federal budget cuts

Summer fund-raising campaign essential to address significant grant funding cut from federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) for new fiscal year

American Music Institute Opens NEW CAMPUS In Geneva, IL

American Music Institute (AMI) will open its fourth Chicagoland area location on August 21, 2023, in Geneva, IL

AMI Welcomes New Internationally Acclaimed Faculty Member

Ola Rafalo - Available for Lessons Mondays & Saturdays

NSSC Seminar Addresses “Capacity”: What is it and Does it Affect Me?

To sign and execute estate planning documents, a person must possess the required mental capacity to know what a legal document means

NSSC Seminar Addresses “Capacity”: What is it and Does it Affect Me?

To sign and execute estate planning documents, a person must possess the required mental capacity to know what a legal document means

North Shore Senior Center Encourages: You Don't Have to Do Life Alone

NSSC offers empowering new program called Healthy IDEAS to help treat depression and anxiety in older adults

“Rescue Readers” program sparks students’ passion for animal welfare

Pilot reading program with Meridian School and Orphans of the Storm results in Woodman’s donation to the animal shelter

On April 17th in Elmwood Park: `Can You Afford to Retire?’

​​Elmwood Park Public Library hosts free session as Bentron Financial Group founder Dr. Jim Flanagan helps gauge your retirement readiness

Orphans’ relaunches foster program in advance of St. Patrick’s Day

Orphans of the Storm “Paws for Luck” encourages sharing St. Patrick’s Day with a four-legged friend

On March 15th: `Understanding Social Security' in Harwood Heights

Eisenhower Public Library hosts financial planner Dr. Jim Flanagan as he helps you `look at the bigger picture' and navigate the process

On March 2: `Can You Afford to Retire?’ at River Grove Public Library

Retirement expert Jigar Doshi of Bentron Financial Group leads session that helps you gauge your retirement readiness

Orphans’ Relaunches Dog Foster Program Ahead of Valentine’s Day

“Paws for Love” waives fees, makes it easy to meet a new furry friend

On Feb. 25th, Retirement Expert Begins 3-Part Series at Triton College

Open to the public: Dr. Jim Flanagan offers "Healthcare in Retirement,” then "Affording Retirement" and "Financial Management in Retirement”

Birthday “Paw-ty” for Cat Symbolizes Need for Adopting Senior Pets

Orphans of the Storm encourages area residents to get acquainted with adoptable senior cats on Saturday afternoon, January 28

Orphans of the Storm Launches “Paws for the New Year” Program

New Short-Term Dog Fostering Starts December 30 through January 3 and Helps Transition Pets to Home Environment

Making New Friends After 60: Taking Initiative Is Your Starting Point

North Shore Senior Center has suggestions to start the New Year

Orphans of the Storm Aims to Find Homes for Senior Pets

Adopt a Senior Pet Month promotion includes chance to win $500 Ruggable gift certificate

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Seeks YOUR Help this #GivingTuesday

Can we count on your support on November 29 to help the homeless in Cook and Lake Counties?

Ready to “Fall in Love with a Feline”?

Orphans of the Storm opens doors to the community to help dozens of cats find new homes

Orphans’ New Scholarship Dog Program: A Smart Start to Canine Training

Orphans of the Storm animal shelter pilots a new program that supports a smoother transition to dog ownership

On October 11th in Elmwood Park: `Understanding Social Security'

At Elmwood Park Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan, author and founder of Bentron Financial Group, helps people navigate key retirement step

On Oct. 8th, Retirement Expert Begins 3-Part Series at Triton College

Open to the public: Dr. Jim Flanagan offers "Healthcare in Retirement,” then "Affording Retirement" and "Financial Management in Retirement”

The Power of Companion Animals and The Benefits of Fostering a Pet

Interested in fostering a pet? Start by checking out Orphans of the Storm, PAWS, Wagging Hearts, Wright-Way Rescue, and C.A.R.E. and others

Community can help alleviate pandemic-induced animal shelter crisis

Orphans of the Storm animal shelter finds record number of dogs and cats await adoption due to pandemic

Community can help alleviate pandemic-induced animal shelter crisis

Orphans of the Storm animal shelter finds record number of dogs and cats await adoption due to pandemic

NSSC Hosts Passions Project: Reframing Aging Through Photography

Visit North Shore Senior Center (NSSC) for the veiling of photographer Heidi Wagner’s The Passions Project exhibit on Thursday, July 14

On July 16th, Retirement Expert Begins 3-Part Series at Triton College

Open to the public: Dr. Jim Flanagan offers "Healthcare in Retirement,” then "Affording Retirement" and "Financial Management in Retirement"

“Generations of Synagogue Sound” Concert at Temple Beth-El, Northbrook

Temple Beth-El invites community to celebrate 150th anniversary at special concert

New Peer-Led Learning Classes: Inquire, Explore, Discuss and Have Fun

North Shore Senior Center launches new peer-led learning classes on current issues, literature, culture and society, film, theater and more

April 14th in Elmwood Park: Retirement Planning after a Pandemic

In free program, Bentron Financial Group founder Dr. Jim Flanagan helps those at or near retirement navigate post-pandemic economic terrain

Park Ridge Park District: Wildwood Nature Center Awarded $750,000 State Museum Grant

The Park Ridge Park District is pleased to announce that the Wildwood Nature Center has been awarded a $750,000 Illinois Public Museum C ...

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