Proviso Township Mental Health Commission

Holiday Cookies and Songs
2021-12-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Monday December 13 | 4:00–5:00pm | Holiday Cookies and Songs
Let’s get in the holiday mood with singing and baking! Learn how to make some fun holiday treats and sing some songs, including a guest singer. If you would like to bake along with Trish, request the recipes ahead of time by emailing Trish: tsmithing@agingcareconnections.org
Presenter: Trish Smithing, Aging Care Connections, Community Health Worker and Educator
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Meeting ID: 889 5554 8103

Senior Strong Fitness
2021-12-10 11:15 - 12:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Friday December 10 | 11:15am-12:15pm | Senior Strong Fitness
Let us help you stay fit while you sit. Bringing sensible and functional fitness to seniors everywhere. Enjoy workouts from the comfort of your home with your friends and family.
Supplies needed: A couple of hand weights or alternative weights such as two full water bottles. A sturdy chair with no armrests and no wheels. Please make sure your chair is on a flat and stable surface, and there is space around you for the exercises.
Instructor: Just Lift Fitness LLC
Please read the waiver at the bottom of this email before joining this exercise class
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Meeting ID: 817 6818 3273

Act II presents a Special Holiday Concert – Featuring Jeorge Holmes
2021-12-10 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Friday, December 10 | 9:00-10:00am | Act II presents a Special Holiday Concert – Featuring Jeorge Holmes
Kick off the holiday season with a special concert featuring Jeorge Holmes. Jeorge is known for entertaining and inspiring audiences with his personality, vocal performance, and beautiful baritone-tenor tones.
Performer: Jeorge Holmes
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Meeting ID: 838 2746 3916

Hospice and Palliative Care: What is the difference?
2021-12-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Thursday December 9 | 10:00-11:00am | Hospice and Palliative Care: What is the difference?
Hospice and Palliative care are the most underutilized benefit in the United States. There seems to be confusion about the difference between these services; when is it time to utilize these Medicare benefits and why should it be considered as part of the health care continuum of care. Join us and gain insight into these two great resources.
Presenter: Mary Helen Ekstam, MT-BC, CDP | Business Development Specialist | AMITA HH, Hospice, Palliative Care
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Meeting ID: 899 7482 7478

Qi Gong Fitness - Followed by short Q&A with Tom
2021-12-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Wednesday December 8 | 11:00am-12:00pm | Qi Gong Fitness – Followed by short Q&A with Tom
Qi Gong is a combination of chair and standing exercises that promote mobility and flexibility through all the joints in the body. It has been referred to as “oiling the joints”. These movements create suppleness and youthful vitality throughout the body.
Supplies needed: A sturdy chair with no arm rests and no wheels. Please make sure your chair is on a flat and stable surface, and there is space around you for the exercises.
Instructor: Tom Wilkens, Owner – Dancing Cranes
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Meeting ID: 831 2301 3650

Chair Yoga
2021-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Tuesday, December 7 | 1:00-2:00 pm | Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is a modified version of traditional Yoga and offers all the same benefits. Yoga is an excellent way for older adults to loosen and stretch painful muscles, improve flexibility, reduce stress and improve circulation.
Supplies needed: Light hand weights or water bottles/cans. A sturdy chair with no armrests and no wheels. Please make sure your chair is on a flat and stable surface, and there is space around you for the exercises.
Instructor: Beth Gorman, Co-Owner and MSPT from Impulse Rehab and Wellness
Please read the waiver at the bottom of this email before joining this exercise class
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Meeting ID: 848 9248 1554

Cooking & Conversation: Essential Oils, Dementia, and Easy Appetizers
2021-12-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Monday December 6 | 4:00-5:30pm | Cooking & Conversation: Essential Oils, Dementia, and Easy Appetizers
We will discuss how essential oils can be a benefit in your life. Also, find out how to make your home a better place to live with dementia, for you or your loved ones. Learn some easy holiday appetizers.
If you would like to bake along with Trish, request the recipes ahead of time by emailing Trish: tsmithing@agingcareconnections.org
Presenter: Trish Smithing, Aging Care Connections, Community Health Worker and Educator
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Meeting ID: 827 1343 5866

Act II Creative Writers’ Discussion
2021-12-06 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Monday December 6 | 11:30am-12:30pm | Act II Creative Writers’ Discussion
Calling all aspiring writers and seasoned wordsmiths! Join fellow writers for a lively discussion to share writings and ideas. Writing themes are your choice – fact, fiction or fractured fairy tales. Some write memoirs. There is reminiscing, laughter and nostalgia – Just fun! New participants are always welcome. Meets on the first and third Monday of each month.
Facilitator: Gina Millette, Act II Seniors Club
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Meeting ID: 723 1975 1795

Senior Strong Fitness
2021-12-03 11:15 - 12:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Friday December 3 | 11:15am-12:15pm | Senior Strong Fitness
Let us help you stay fit while you sit. Bringing sensible and functional fitness to seniors everywhere. Enjoy workouts from the comfort of your home with your friends and family.
Supplies needed: A couple of hand weights or alternative weights such as two full water bottles. A sturdy chair with no arm rests and no wheels. Please make sure your chair is on a flat and stable surface, and there is space around you for the exercises.
Instructor: Just Lift Fitness LLC
Please read the waiver at the bottom of this email before joining this exercise class
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Meeting ID: 817 6818 3273

Holiday Fanfare & Carols at Lyons Township High School
2021-12-02 18:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Thursday December 2 | 6:15pm | Holiday Fanfare & Carols at Lyons Township High School
Enjoy an evening of holiday music & carols performed by the LT Choir & Orchestra! We hope you can join us for this special event to ring in the holiday season. Note: Masks are required.
This program is being offered by the Lyons Township High School Older Adult Connections Club. Aging Care Connections is collaborating with a new student-led club at Lyons Township High School called Older Adult Connections. The purpose of this partnership is to bring together different generations in ongoing and mutually beneficial activities such as mentoring, knowledge-sharing, and volunteerism. Lyons Township High School students and older adults from the Aging Care Connections community will share their talents and resources, supporting each other in relationships, which benefit the individuals and the community.
Location: Lyons Township High School North Campus, Reber Center, 100 S. Brainard Ave, La Grange. Accessible parking lot about half a block from the building.
For more information or to RSVP, email mdahl@lths.net at LT High School.

Lifelong Learning: Landmark Supreme Court Cases of the Last 21 years – PART 2 – Q&A
2021-12-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Thursday December 2 | 2:00-3:30pm | Lifelong Learning: Landmark Supreme Court Cases of the Last 21 years – PART 2 – Q&A
NOTE: This is Part 2 of the Supreme Court program and will feature in depth responses to questions about the court cases covered in Part 1 (part 1 aired Nov 17).
How *exactly* did someone win the presidency by only 500 votes? Corporations can anonymously donate unlimited campaign money, say what now? Can the government make you buy broccoli? Is it OK that some states have special voting laws applied only to them? On what basis is same-sex marriage legal nationwide? Learn about important topics the Supreme Court has taken up over the last 21 years.
Presenter: Sharon McMahon, Government, and law educator
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Meeting ID: 891 8334 6629

Understanding Diabetes
2021-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Thursday December 2 | 10:00-11:00am | Understanding Diabetes
What is Diabetes and what are its causes? Are there treatments and ways to prevent the disease? Learn the answers to these questions and more! Join us for this informative presentation from a diabetic and Nurse Joan who will explain signs and symptoms of diabetes; how to get tested; the parts of the body diabetes affects and if diabetes be cured.
Presenter: Joan M. O’Brien, RN, MSN, CDP® | Michael O’Brien Owners, Independence-4-Seniors Home Care
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Meeting ID: 814 4952 7256

Total Mind and Body Workout
2021-12-01 10:15 - 11:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Wednesday December 1 | 10:15–11:15am | Total Mind and Body Workout
Exercise has been shown to prevent disease, lower the risk of falls, improve mental health and cognitive function. Join us for this special series that is designed to take you through movements of different variations of walking and balance to improve your coordination (mind) and stability (body) as well as strengthen your upper and lower body and core. All movements and exercises help stimulate the brain to keep the mind and the body active.
Supplies needed: A sturdy chair with no arm rests and no wheels. Please make sure your chair is on a flat and stable surface, and there is space around you for the exercises
Instructor: Brad LaRocque, B.S | Fitness Manager | Loyola Center for Fitness
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Pillars Community Health - Century Celebration
2021-10-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Bridgeport Art Center, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
Pillars Community Health is celebrating 100 years of service! Please join them on October 1, at Butterfield Country Club as they gather in person for their Century Celebration. Guests will enjoy a fun cocktail-style event including six gourmet hors d’oeuvres and drink pairing stations, raffles, and a wonderful journey through our 100-year history.
Click here to read more on their history https://pillarscommunityhealth.org/about-us/
Click here to register https://pillarscommunityhealth.org/special-events/

Interfaith Community Partners- 19th Annual Fall Benefit
2021-10-01 18:00 | Carriage Greens Country Club, 8700 Carriage Green Drive, Darien, IL, 60561
We are excited to be back in person with you this year!
Friday, October 1st, 6:00pm | $75.00 per person
Carriage Greens Country Club
8700 Carriage Green Drive, Darien, IL 60561
RSVP by September 24th
Includes: Heavy Appetizers, Beer and Wine, Cash Bar for Liquor, Silent Auction, Paddle Rise, and Wine Pull
For more information visit Interfaith Community Partners at: https://interfaithcommunitypartners.org/

Housing Forward Trivia Night
2021-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
COMPETE TO DEFEAT VIRTUALLY!

Chicagoland Italian American Charitable Organization Annual Golf Outing
2021-08-12 09:30 - 18:00 | Bloomingdale Golf Club

Community Support Services - Circles of Support 40th Anniversary Celebration
2021-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Help individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Abracadabra "A Night of Magic"
2020-10-27 19:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
The Associate Board of Housing Forward is excited to present Abracadabra! A Night of Magic in support of Housing Forward. The event will raise funds to support Housing Forward’s mission to end homelessness. Attendees at this interactive, virtual magic show will be dazzled and amazed as a magician performs card tricks and close-up magic all via Zoom!
The magic for the evening will be provided by a magician from the Chicago Magic Lounge. Known for their close-up magic and amazing misdirection, the Chicago Magic Lounge is dedicated to bringing back the true art of “Chicago-Style Magic”.
To make the event more fun, Halloween costumes are encouraged!
Tickets are $40 per person but if there are multiple people in the household that will be participating we are offering a guest ticket price of $10 for each additional guest.
Grab your drinks and get ready to be wowed at this magical, virtual, event!

19TH ANNUAL SPORTS BALL GALA
2020-09-18 18:00 - 20:30 | IL
Enjoy the Sports Ball Gala from the comfort of your own home on your favorite electronic device, while supporting programs and services that help older adults in the community to age well. Register in advance to get updates about our Gala, including silent auction items and special guests.
Mistress of Ceremonies:
Dionne Miller, ABC 7 Sports Anchor and Reporter
Co-Chairs:
​Joan and Mike O’Brien

CSS Circles of Support Celebration - Virtual Event
2020-06-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
This years event will be held virtually to keep our participants and community supporters safe. Your investment is CSS is more important than ever. With your help, we will continue to support 680 individuals and families in our community.
Stay tunes for more details!

CSS Circles of Support Celebration - Online Auction
2020-06-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States

Amita Health Rock the Boat
2020-06-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Yacht Club, 111 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Join us at the Columbia Yacht Club in Chicago for our annual Rock the Boat event (this event is tentative). Presented by the AMITA Health Chicago Metro Ambassador Board.
For questions or to reserve your sponsorship, please contact:
Julie Baker, Director of Events
Julie.Baker@AMITAhealth.org
224.273.4106
We continue to evaluate our events schedule and plans in keeping with state and federal guidelines around COVID-19. We look forward to the opportunity to spend time together with you again when the time is right, and will confirm our plans and dates as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding!

Aging Well Neighborhood Online Classes - Senior Strong Fitness
2020-06-12 11:15 - 12:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Let us help you stay fit while you sit. This class brings sensible and functional fitness to seniors everywhere. Enjoy workouts from the comfort of your home with your friends and family. Contact AWN@agingcareconnections.org for more information and to obtain the participant link.

Aging Well Neighborhood Online Classes - TBA Seminar
2020-06-11 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Contact AWN@agingcareconnections.org for more information and to obtain the participant link.

Aging Well Neighborhood Online Classes - Wits Brain Health Series
2020-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Wits Brain Health Series is Back! Contact AWN@agingcareconnections.org for more information and to obtain the participant link.

Aging Well Neighborhood Online Classes Fitness Class
2020-06-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States

UCP Seguin Job Fair
2020-06-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Bridegeport Art Center, 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
UCP Seguin is looking for dedicated individuals who believe in our mission of creating life without limits for people with disabilities.
Multiple positions are available including Full & Part Time Direct Support Professionals who serve individuals with disabilities in their homes and in the community. A full list of available positions can be found HERE.
Hours include days, afternoons, overnights and weekends.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Positions available in: Naperville, Elmhurst, Lombard, Villa Park, Forest Park, Oak Park, Brookfield, Cicero, LaGrange, Burbank, Bridgeview, Tinley Park, Park Forest, Orland Park
ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS AND POSSIBLE HIRE OFFERS ON THE SAME DAY

Legal Advocacy 101 – Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Live Zoom Event
2020-06-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Class or Event, IL, United States
Please join us for this live Zoom discussion as we explore the rights and options for survivors of domestic abuse in the civil and criminal court system, the process of obtaining and Order of Protection in Illinois, laws that support survivors of domestic violence and the roles that legal advocates play.This event is free and open to the public. Limited space is available. This event will be held online via Zoom.
