How Much Does Assisted Living Cost in Chicago? A Guide for Families
When a parent or loved one begins needing help with everyday life, cost is often one of the family’s first…
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Aging in Place at a Senior Living Community: Why the Continuum of Care Matters
For many older adults and their families, the idea of “aging in place” is deeply comforting. It means staying rooted…
How to Choose a Senior Living Community
Choosing a senior living community is one of the most important decisions an older adult or family can make. It…
Independent Living vs. Assisted Living: How To Choose What’s Right For You
Choosing a senior living community is rarely just a housing decision. It’s a quality-of-life decision, a safety decision, and for…
The Impact and Benefits of Interior Design in Assisted Living and Senior Living Communities
By Shari Imbo, Creative Director As the population ages, the demand for well-designed assisted living and senior living communities continues…
Choosing Their Next Chapter: Residents Deborah and Joan find a home at Selfhelp
By Lisa Fingerhut Carlton, Development Committee Chair When clinical psychologists Deborah Scott and Joan Sophie first stepped into The Selfhelp…
How Families Can Engage with Their Parents in Assisted Living Communities
By Shari Imbo, Marketing & Communications When a parent transitions to an assisted living community, it can feel like a…
Intergenerational Activities: Bringing Joy and Vitality to Seniors in Assisted Living
By Shari Imbo, Marketing & Communications As more seniors move into assisted living communities – such as at The Selfhelp…
First ARSP Volunteer – Jan Schultheiß interview and dedication to Becker/Shaffer families.
Catching up with our first ARSP volunteer! By Jan Schultheiß Since 1998, The Selfhelp Home has partnered with the Berlin-based…
Welcome, Nia Wilkinson! Our New Art Therapy Intern
Welcome, Nia Wilkinson! Art Therapy Intern from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago Where did you grow up?…
