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 Sep 28, 2026
Budgeting for Seniors
Budgeting for Seniors
  • This educational session is designed to help older adults confidently take control of their finances.
  • Tuesday Sep 29, 2026
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the distinctions between Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
  • Tuesday Sep 29, 2026
Healthy Aging: Practical Strategies for Older Adults
  • This presentation will explore the basic building blocks of aging well, such as diet, nutrition, exercise, spirituality, and being one's own advocate.
  • Tuesday Oct 6, 2026
Understanding Medicare: What to Know Before Choosing a Plan
McHenry County Aging and Dementia Symposium
  • Earn 6.0 Continuing Education (CE) credits for Illinois nurses, social workers, professional counselors, and home care administrators.
  • Wednesday Oct 14, 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 Oct 19, 2026
Staying Safe Online
  • Discover common online scams, warning signs to watch for, and simple steps seniors and families can take to protect themselves.
  • Tuesday Oct 20, 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 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

Rep/Contact Info

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Jennifer Prell
CEO & Founder
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Barbara Rosenberg
Senior Advisor

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