The novelist Jane Smiley once said: “Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book.” If books are your passion, you live in the right …
The Best Spring Picnic Spots Around Chicago
Have you heard the author Franny Billingsley’s simple picnic principle? “Things,” Billingsley writes, “taste better outdoors.” A picnic is a wonderful way to enjoy a day in the Great Outdoors …
10 Things to Love About Naperville
Naperville, Illinois is one of Chicagoland’s loveliest communities — and has the awards to prove it. This southland suburb has been called one of the best places to raise kids, …
How Older Adults Can Save on Chicago Public Transit
The L train is one of Chicago’s crown jewels. Every day, the CTA’s elevated train carries thousands of passengers around the city and even out into the nearby suburbs of …
10 Fun Attractions for Seniors Around Chicago’s North Shore
Chicago’s North Shore is a wonderful place to visit or call home! Easily accessible from Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, this picturesque area is home to beautiful architecture, lots of …
How to Find Senior Care In Chicago When You Live In a Different State
Millions of people in the Sandwich Generation are long-distance caregivers, meaning that they are responsible for providing care to an elderly loved one while living miles away — often, in …
Safe, Fun Ways to Celebrate a Senior’s Birthday In Chicago
You say it’s your birthday? At Companions for Seniors, our caregivers often get the chance to help their elderly clients celebrate this special day – often, along with friends and …
Chicagoland’s Best Home and Furniture Stores
At Companions for Seniors, our mission is to help Chicagoland’s elderly maintain a higher quality of life from the comfort and safety of their own homes. One of the great …
Feeling Nostalgic? Here’s Where to Rediscover Classic Chicago
Chicago is a city unlike any other — with an incredible history to match! You can find a story around just about every corner of this town. And our senior …
14 Safe & Fun Valentine’s Day Activities for Chicago Seniors
Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to show your love to the people who matter most! Here in Chicagoland, this holiday is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the older adults in …