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Welcome to Our Website!
Welcome to Our Website!
We at LiveAgeWell have been doing a lot of thinking about what it means and what it takes to live and age well in our community of Edgewater Beach Apartments. Please dive in and have a look at the resources available to help you live long and well here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Health and Aging Online Events from Rush Generations
To join these lectures online, visit the Rush Generations YouTube page at the time of the event: cut.ly/RushGenYouTube [NEEDS HYPERLINK]
To dial in by phone (audio only), call 312-626-6799 at the time of the event and enter meeting ID 413-655-0125#.
Mental Health and Aging
Wednesday, July 1, 1pm
Emotional well-being is a crucial part of healthy aging. This lecture will cover common mental health concerns in older adults and ways to cope, build resilience and support overall well-being. You’ll also learn when it may be time to seek additional support.
Bone Health
Wednesday, July 15, 1 pm
What can you do today to protect your bones for the future? Hear from experts how bone health often changes with age, with discussion of risks like osteopenia and osteoporosis. You’ll also learn simple ways to support bone strength through nutrition, movement, and everyday habits, along with tips for prevention and early detection.
Immune Health and Aging
Wednesday, Aug. 5, 1 pm
As we get older, our immune systems naturally change, which can make it harder to fight off illness. This presentation will focus on how aging affects immunity, what you can do to stay protected, and how to support a strong immune system year-round.
Navigating the Healthcare System
Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1 p
Healthcare can feel complex and overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to make the right decisions for yourself or a loved one. This lecture will break down the basics of the healthcare system, offer tips for communicating with your care team, and share resources for understanding coverage and making confident informed decisions.
Medicare 101
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 1 pm
Whether you’re new to Medicare or already enrolled and want to be sure you’re getting the most out of the program, join to learn about your benefits. It will provide updates on the program’s coverage of healthcare and prescription drugs.
Fall-Prevention Awareness
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 1 pm
Falls are the no. 1 reason for emergency room visits and hospitalization for older adults. As part of the special National Falls Awareness Month program, sponsored by Schaalman Senior Voices and Rush Generatioins, experts will share ways to prevent falls, strategies for improving your balance, and tips on staying safe during the upcoming winter months.
June 25, Thursday 11 a.m.
St. Andrew's Greek Orthodox Church gym
5649 N Sheridan Rd.
Enjoy tasty Greek cuisine at St. Andrew's Hospitality Circle Lunch. Entertainment and dancing, $15
Reserve by writing Kathy Bavaro at kbavar@aol.com
A Guide to Life's Fourth Age
8 free Zoom presentations from Road Scholar
Road Scholar, a tour operator providing travel and learning experiences with the needs of seniors in mind, is offering a series of eight conversations about aging designed for those navigating life’s Fourth Age: a stage not defined by limitation, but by perspective, resilience, and opportunity The series covers such topics as dementia—causes, diagnosis, and trajectory; advocating for loved ones in a hospital and beyond; yoga and conscious breathwork; the power of nature to boost health and happiness; choosing the right senior living option; spirituality, religion, and the aging brain; planning for a better future; and aging without children.
Find out more and register by clicking here.
NOTE: Many of the programs offered in the past by LiveAgeWell and the Chicago Area Villages Collaborative have been recorded and can be found in the Programs, Classes, and Events page of this website.
PROGRAMS FROM EDGEWATER VILLAGE
Edgewater Village Chicago--a sister organization of LiveAgeWell--presents a rich offering of programs every month. They range from Greek dancing to a Movie Chat, from Canasta gatherings to a Memory Café, and more.
Memory Issues?
The Memory Café takes place on the third Friday of each month at the Edgewater Library. It caters to individuals with memory issues and their caretakers. For more information, click here.
You can find information about all of Edgewater Village's programs and other services on their website, evchicago.org
THINGS YOU MAY NEED OR WANT TO KNOW
THINGS YOU MAY NEED OR WANT TO KNOW
Immunization Recommendations for 2025–2026 Respiratory Virus Season
Confused about the conflicting recommendations coming out of Washington, D.C.? The Illinois Immunization Advisory Committee reaffirms support for existing, science-based vaccine schedules as the federal vaccine panel’s credibility falters. See what they are in the Recommendations tab of this website.
Vaccination Season: What to Know
Vaccination Season: What to Know
If you missed this September 4th Zoom presentation by Dr. Ison on the latest thinking on vaccination and treatment of influenza, RSV, various respiratory viruses, Covid-19, you can now view it here.
Sponsored by Skyline Village Chicago.
Modern Choices for After-Life Care
Modern Choices for After-Life Care
This presentation, given on August 13, 2025, was recorded and can be seen by clicking here.
Medical Aid in Dying
Medical Aid in Dying
This presentation, given on September 10, 2025, was recorded and can be seen by clicking here.
End-of-Life Care
"Going Your Way" is a PBS documentary that explores the personal, medical, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life care. It highlights various available options and emphasizes proactive steps individuals can take to ensure their wishes are honored. The film features insights from experts and real-life stories, encouraging open conversations about death and dying to facilitate comprehensive end-of-life planning.
Click here to watch.
FEATURED ON OUR WEBSITE
FEATURED ON OUR WEBSITE
Renewing an Illinois Driver's License
If you need to renew your driver’s license, find out what to expect, what you’ll need to show, and where to go if you’re a senior by navigating to the Resources page of this website and scroll own to "Renewing an Illinois Driver’s License."
Seniors Only
When you have business at the Department of Motor Vehicles, such as taking a driver's test or renewing a driver's license, there's a special facility that makes things a lot easier for seniors. To find out more, go to the Recommendations page of this website and scroll down to "Seniors-Only DMV!"
End-of-Life Issues
Go to Resources page of this website and scroll down to the "Needs You May Have" section, in which you will find "Where do I go to find information about end-of-life issues?" and websites that can help resolve them. Also, go to the Recommendations page of this website, where you will find two relevant articles: "Leaving Assets to Family, Causes, and Others" and "Not too Soon to Think about Burial/Cremation Choices." In the Good Neighbor Initiative section, you will find the useful form "Medical Emergency Information."
Medical Devices
If you are looking for free, used medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, crutches, etc., go to the Resources page of this website and scroll down to the "Needs You May Have" section and find "Where do I go to find assistive devices."
Documenting Your Life
Are you thinking of writing a memoir or family history? Already started? Check out some great, reasonably-priced options for publishing them. Go to the Recommendations page of this website and read the article entitled "Saving Memories."
EXPLORE LIVEAGEWELL
EXPLORE LIVEAGEWELL
Join our group here.
Learn about LiveAgeWell, who we are, why we created this organization, what our dynamic group can do for you, and what you can do.
Learn about LiveAgeWell, who we are, why we created this organization, what our dynamic group can do for you, and what you can do.
LiveAgeWell Newsletter is published online quarterly. In it we share ideas about staying active and engaged in our community and the wider world, interviews with members, features relating to aging, and more.
Would you like to have a Good Neighbor in the EBA? Would you like to be someone’s Good Neighbor? Learn more here.
Upcoming programs and events organized by LiveAgeWell and Chicago Area Villages Collaborative; access to recordings of past LiveAgeWell programs; and links to offerings of other organizations we think you will enjoy.
A list of local and national organizations that offer services and information of particular importance and interest to seniors.
Books and articles, videos and blogs, movies and travel opportunities, programs to stream, advice for managing at home, and more.
Tell us about your experiences and share ideas that you think might be of interest.
How you can help LiveAgeWell to continue to grow and meet the needs of our community.
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