Elderwerks Educational Services

Elderwerks Educational Services
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Senior Services

About Us

Elderwerks Educational Services is a not-for-profit organization offering senior living coordination, advocacy, and education to older adults, seniors, and families. Our complimentary assistance includes information, referrals, and guidance for all types of senior housing (independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's care, skilled nursing facilities, retirement living, etc.) home care, services, and benefits required to help a senior stay home well or transition successfully.

Elderwerks offers free educational programs for community members and professionals supporting seniors. We print a 400+ page Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory for the state of Illinois, which is available at no charge at our Center. Some programs we have implemented include:
- Make a Senior Smile, which collects cards, poems, drawings, art, and letters for isolated and lonely seniors.
- Elderwerks Aging Better Expo: Planning Your Future Today second Wednesday inf August
- Stepping Out to Fitness gets people moving to earn a chance to win prizes, summer

Call Elderwerks for your complimentary assistance.

Events

Virtual Support Group: Caregivers of Those with Memory Loss
  • Join our Caregiver Support Group designed specifically for those who are caring for a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of memory impairment.
  • Monday Oct 26, 2026
Death Doula-What on Earth Does That Mean?
  • Discover the role of a death doula in helping families navigate these conversations and supporting aging adults as they approach their end of life.
  • Tuesday Oct 27, 2026
Psychology of Aging and Quality of Life
Live Longer, Live Smarter
  • Hear from Carol Brandt, CLTC®, a certified long-term care professional, on living longer and living smarter.
  • Tuesday Oct 27, 2026
Virtual Support Group: Caregivers of Aging Loved Ones
  • Join our Caregiver Support Group to connect with others who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving.
  • Monday Nov 16, 2026
Virtual Support Group: Caregivers of Those with Memory Loss
  • Join our Caregiver Support Group designed specifically for those who are caring for a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of memory impairment.
  • Monday Nov 23, 2026
The Benefits of Reading and How to Create Your Own Reading List
The Benefits of Reading and How to Create Your Own Reading List
  • Learn about the social, mental, and emotional effects of reading on the body and brain.
  • Tuesday Nov 24, 2026
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
  • Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be practiced while sitting on a chair or using a chair for support during standing poses.
  • Tuesday Nov 24, 2026
The Dos and Don'ts of AI: Staying Safe When Using AI
The Dos and Don'ts of AI: Staying Safe When Using AI
Pain and Mental Health: Reality, Attention, and State Dependence
Pain and Mental Health: Reality, Attention, and State Dependence
  • Explore the relationship between pain and mental health through a non-diagnostic, process-oriented lens.
  • Tuesday Dec 1, 2026
Falls Risk Prevention-Identifying Barriers & Solutions
Falls Risk Prevention-Identifying Barriers & Solutions
  • Discover your home's physical barriers that increase fall risks, along with useful solutions to make your home more accessible.
  • Tuesday Dec 8, 2026
Connecting with Your Grandchildren
Connecting with Your Grandchildren
  • Discover the building blocks for a strong relationship with your grandchildren, no matter their age or location.
  • Tuesday Dec 8, 2026
Courage: Naming and Confronting Adult Bullying and Mobbing
Courage: Naming and Confronting Adult Bullying and Mobbing
  • Build the courage to confront adult bullies, whether you’re the intended target or you’re witnessing it among peers.
  • Tuesday Dec 8, 2026
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
  • Chair yoga is a gentle form of exercise that can provide a range of physical and mental benefits, including reduced stress and improved mobility.
  • Tuesday Dec 15, 2026
Virtual Support Group: Caregivers of Aging Loved Ones
  • Join our Caregiver Support Group to connect with others who understand the challenges and rewards of caregiving.
  • Monday Dec 21, 2026

Rep/Contact Info

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Jennifer Prell
CEO & Founder
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Barbara Rosenberg
Senior Advisor

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