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Active Aging Expo to return Oct. 21 for third year 

Tinley Park Convention 

Center event to feature 

senior-focused vendors 

Jon DePaolis, Freelance Reporter 

The Active Aging Expo may 

be turning 3 years old, but the 

event is geared toward seniors 

ages 50 and up. 

The expo is slated for 9 a.m.- 

1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the 

Tinley Park Convention Center, 

18451 Convention Center Drive. 

The free event is being sponsored 

by DuPage Medical Group, 

Ingalls Health System, and Spring 

Creek Nursing & Rehab. 

The expo is to feature free 

games of bingo and prizes, music, 

informational sessions and 

more than 40 vendor booths. 

“We provide a variety of vendors, 

covering everything from 

health and wellness to insurance 

and financial planning,” said 

Heather Warthen, chief events 

officers at 22nd Century Media. 

“It’s really a benefit to seniors. 

We have nursing homes and 

long-term care facilities also 

there. It’s helpful to get that information, 

even if they are not 

quite at that step yet. It’s good to 

get information on those topics, 

so they can plan for the future.” 

There also will be health 

screenings provided by the College 

of DuPage nursing department, 

including blood pressure 

screenings. Jewel-Osco also is 

providing flu shots. 

Among the vendors are This 

is My Legacy and Quality Plus 

Photo, which provide services to 

take old pictures and store them 

on modern filing devices. 

“It helps to preserve your family 

history,” Warthen said. 

Representatives from American 

School Bus Company also 

will be on-hand, looking for retired 

seniors to join the ranks as 

bus drivers. 

Informational sessions are to 

include speakers from Spring 

Creek Nursing & Rehab, Du- 

Page Medical Group and Ingalls 

Health System. 

“The point of the Active Aging 

Expo is to not only provide 

a service to the community and 

information to our aging community 

but also to provide an 

opportunity to learn what businesses 

are available in the community 

to help with future planning,” 

Warthen said. 

Additionally, Patricia Mc- 

Clure, the author of “Losing a 

Hero to Alzheimer’s: The Story 

of Pearl,” is scheduled to talk 

about her book around 9:15 a.m. 

Bruce Korosa will be leading a 

polka music band and performing 

at the expo, and the Something 

Special Singers — a choral group 

featuring senior citizens, from 

Kankakee — also will perform. 

The first 300 attendees are to 

receive a free gift bag. 

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Vitality Health Systems is changing 

the health of the aging population 

Vitality Health Systems has been a 

source for health and healing in New 

Lenox for almost four years now. 

They recently expanded into Schaumburg 

and are very excited to be helping all 

ages of the community lose weight and get 

healthy. 

“I want to fight chronic disease in 

America,” said Davis Jaspers, founder 

and creator of the Vitalife program. “Obesity 

related illnesses kill more Americans 

than any other diseases. In fact, obesity 

is now considered to be an epidemic in 

America with 70 percent of the adult population 

overweight or obese.” 

Jaspers is quoting the most recent statistics 

put out on obesity by the National 

Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. 

Seventy-five percent of America’s medical 

costs will be due to eight weight-related illnesses 

that are preventable. 

Glen, for example, decided to do something 

about his health as he aged. Glen is 

85 years old and came to Vitality Health 

Systems. 

“I wasn’t sure what I was getting into, 

but it sounded like it made sense,” Glen 

said of his experience during his initial 

consultation at Vitality. 

But afterwards, it sounds like he made the 

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“I was blown away that my migraines, 

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of being on the Vitalife program,” Glen 

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Vitality guided me into excellent health. I 

lost 30 pounds in 40 days and have kept 

the weight off for over a year now. I am 

the same weight now as I was in 1985 

and went from a 44 waist down to a 34. 

I have remained migraine free all because 

of the Vitalife program at Vitality Health 

Systems.” 

If you are interested in a life-transforming 

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Tinley Park woman pain 

free after innovative 

surgery at Silver Cross 

Delphine Pankonin 

loves to spend time with 

her granddaughter, however, 

severe pain in her knee 

limited her mobility. 

She’s had minor arthritis 

in her knees for a while, 

but it started to affect her 

everyday life, including 

walking up and down the 

stairs in her own home. 

In April, Pankonin, 71, 

scheduled a visit with Dr. 

Andrew Ehmke, a surgeon 

with Midwest Institute of 

Robotic Surgery at Silver 

Cross Hospital, and an X- 

ray revealed the source of 

her pain was deteriorated 

cartilage in her knee joint. 

Pankonin, who lives in 

Tinley Park, was able to 

get a steroid injection, but 

that treatment only lasted a 

few weeks. 

“I told him to schedule 

me for knee surgery and 

I’m coming!” she said. 

So on July 20, 2017, 

Pankonin became one of 

the first patients at Silver 

Cross Hospital in New 

Lenox to undergo a total 

knee replacement using 

the Mako Robotic System. 

Pankonin was already familiar 

with Ehmke, who 

performed her hip surgery 

last year. 

Silver Cross Hospital is 

currently the only facility 

in Will and Grundy counties 

to offer hip and knee 

replacement procedures 

using the Mako Surgical 

Robot. The Midwest Institute 

for Robotic Surgery 

at Silver Cross Hospital 

performs more roboticassisted 

surgeries than any 

other facility in the Chicago 

area. 

Mako Robotic-Arm 

Assisted Surgery System 

Surgeons create a detailed 

plan specific to each 

patient. 

Patients, such as Pankonin, 

get a CT scan of the 

joint, which the surgeon 

uses to create a 3D virtual 

model of the knee. The 

Mako system helps guide 

the surgeon within the predefined 

area and prevents 

the surgeon from moving 

outside the planed boundaries. 

“Robotic surgery allows 

me to accurately restore 

the anatomy of the knee 

because of the precision of 

the Mako Robot,” Ehmke 

said. “I am still the one 

performing the operation 

and have full control over 

the robot. The robot is just 

another tool to ensure accurate 

placement of the 

implant.” 

Pankonin said Ehmke 

explained the whole procedure 

prior to surgery and 

made her feel more comfortable. 

“From the very first time 

I saw him, I liked his bedside 

manner,” she said. 

“He explains everything 

very thoroughly. That’s 

why I came back to him 

for my knee.” 

Recovery 

Pankonin is currently 

going through physical 

therapy, and she said her 

recovery is going very 

well. 

“Just a few weeks after 

surgery and Delphine’s recovery 

is going extremely 

well thanks to the Mako 

Robot.” Ehmke said. 

“I only had to use my 

cane for one week. Then 

my physical therapist took 

it away from me,” Pankonin 

added with a laugh. “I 

can walk stairs now. So 

I’m very excited about my 

progress.” 

To learn more about 

Mako Robotic- assisted 

knee replacement, visit 

www.midwestroboticsur 

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Living and loving with Alzheimer’s and dementia 

As the story goes, an 

elderly gentleman hurried 

from his doctor’s appointment 

to join his wife for 

breakfast, as he did every 

day, at the memory care 

community where she 

lived. The doctor asked 

why he continued to go 

faithfully when the wife 

no longer knew who he 

was. 

“Because,” he replied, 

“I still know who she is.” 

At Autumn Leaves’ 

memory care assisted living 

communities, we see 

this kind of devotion every 

day, and are equally 

devoted to helping loved 

ones stay connected while 

facing this heartbreaking 

disease. 

Changing roles, not hearts 

Clair Jameson, Autumn 

Leaves’ life engagement 

director, remembers Alice 

and her husband, Durward, 

who visited every day, 

bringing Alice’s favorite 

cookies. 

“My role has changed, 

but not my love for her, 

or hers for me,” Durward 

said. 

Wise words, said Jameson. 

“When a spouse has 

dementia, the relationship 

must change as the disease 

progresses,” she said. “The 

love is still there. The love 

is still strong, but the relationship 

must adjust to 

new realities.” 

Jameson recalled another 

couple’s devotion. 

“Perry visited Nathalie 

daily to work in the garden,” 

she said. “Gardening 

kept them connected to 

their past. Whatever they 

enjoyed together before, 

he tried to bring to her here 

and now.” 

Keeping love alive 

Dementia care author 

Jolene Brackey notes, “A 

spouse may not recognize 

you, but the love is still 

very much alive.” 

A wife may be expecting 

a younger version of 

her husband. So even if 

she doesn’t recognize the 

older man who visits every 

day, she remembers her 

husband and still feels affection 

for him. 

Brackey likes to tell the 

story of a woman with Alzheimer’s 

who no longer 

recognized her husband, 

Bud. At one visit, Bud 

gently stroked his wife’s 

cheek, a gesture of affection 

they’d shared over the 

years. 

Not knowing who he 

was, the woman told him, 

“I’m sorry, sir, but my 

heart belongs to Bud.” 

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3 things grandparents need to know about raising their grandchildren 

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From single parents to traditional 

and multigenerational 

households, modern families 

come in all shapes and sizes. But 

did you know there’s an uptick in 

the number of grandparents raising 

grandchildren? According to 

data from The Pew Charitable 

Trusts, 2.9 million grandparents 

were raising their grandchildren 

in 2015 compared with 2.5 million 

in 2005. 

Oftentimes, grandparents become 

primary caregivers due to 

unforeseen circumstances. Here 

are three things those taking on 

this responsibility should consider. 

Protect their financial future 

• A recent study found 30 percent 

of all households don’t 

have life insurance, according 

to LIMRA, a life insurance 

research organization. Grandparents 

should be sure this 

coverage is up to date. 

• They might also consider purchasing 

term insurance – life 

insurance issued for a limited 

period of time. More affordable 

than a whole life policy, it provides 

financial security for the 

golden years, helps supplement 

retirement income and can assist 

with final expenses. A term 

life insurance policy can even 

help pay off a mortgage – so 

grandparents have peace of 

mind knowing that dependents 

have a roof over their heads – 

and can also be used for other 

child-rearing expenses, such as 

college tuition. 

Keep them safe 

• Accidental injury is the leading 

cause of death for children 

up to 14 years old, and more 

than a third of accident-related 

deaths happen in the home, reports 

KidsHealth. 

• To create a safe living environment 

for younger children, 

secure large furniture to walls, 

purchase safety gates for staircases, 

and install outlet covers, 

corner protectors, security 

locks and appliance latches. It 

might also be a good time to 

update in-home safety features 

for grandparents, too. Handrails 

provide better grip on 

staircases, and anti-slip mats 

and grab bars in the bathroom 

can add extra stability. 

Promote smarter driving 

• As teens get behind the wheel, 

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A 2015 statistic from the 

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about the dangers of texting, 

using apps and changing the 

radio station while driving. 

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policy. Talk to an 

agent about whether it makes 

more sense to add grandchildren 

to an existing policy or 

take one out for them specifically. 

Grandparents may be 

able to add grandchildren as 

secondary drivers on a policy, 

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Eligible licensed drivers 

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Smith Crossing’s longest-serving staff member retires 

“You’ve reached Smith 

Crossing. This is Georgia.” 

For the past 13 years, 

Georgia Vanek’s cheerful 

voice has greeted callers 

phoning residents and 

staff members at the life 

plan community located 

at 10501 Emilie Lane in 

Orland Park. The former 

Orland Park resident took 

on many more responsibilities 

as the community 

grew. 

Vanek, who prefers 

to state her age as “old 

enough to retire,” recently 

did just that. On Sept. 

29, she turned over her 

responsibilities as receptionist 

supervisor, receptionist 

and administrative 

assistant to the executive 

director at Smith Crossing. 

Vanek and her husband, 

Bill, recently relocated to 

St. John, Indiana 

Vanek leaves a legacy 

of being the soul of Smith 

Crossing, according to 

some residents and administrators 

“Georgia played an essential 

role establishing 

Smith Crossing as a life 

plan community,” said 

Kevin McGee, president 

and CEO of Smith Senior 

Living, sponsor of Smith 

Crossing and Smith Village 

in Chicago’s Beverly 

Morgan Park neighborhood. 

“And once we were 

ready for residents to 

move in, she helped make 

it a place where people 

foster friendships and offer 

mutual support they 

experience in their own 

families.” 

McGee served as the 

first executive director for 

Smith Crossing. 

Smith Crossing sprang 

up from 32 acres once occupied 

by soybean fields. 

It officially opened in November 

2004, but Vanek 

joined the staff of Smith 

Senior Living even before 

that when there only was 

a sales office at a nearby 

shopping center. 

In 2002, she sought employment 

after passing up 

a job offer with Honeywell 

that would have required 

moving to Phoenix. For 17 

years, she had worked as 

an administrative assistant 

to a regional manager of 

Honeywell and as a customer 

service representative. 

Answering a blind ad in 

a local newspaper, Vanek 

applied for a sales and 

marketing job with Smith 

Senior Living. She was the 

initial contact person for 

many of Smith Crossing’s 

first residents, who hailed 

from Orland Park and surrounding 

suburbs. 

Once Smith Crossing 

opened with 87 independent 

living apartments 

and 10 villas, Vanek’s 

duties transitioned to operations, 

serving as an administrative 

assistant and 

receptionist. “That’s when 

Georgia truly became the 

face and voice of Smith 

Crossing,” McGee said. 

“She had everything to do 

with making people feel 

welcome.” 

Within a few months 

after opening for independent 

living residents, 

Smith Crossing opened 

its first assisted living and 

memory support apartments, 

plus skilled nursing 

care rooms. 

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Fall for better retirement living at Hanover Place 

Before the winter wind 

blows is the perfect time to 

consider a move to maintenance-free 

living. 

For retirees, Hanover 

Place offers a perfect way 

to say goodbye to coldweather 

woes. Living is 

truly carefree with no need 

for snow shovels or ice 

scrapers and no worries 

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At Hanover Place, residents 

enjoy a carefree, 

maintenance-free lifestyle 

away from the hassles of 

home ownership but with 

all the benefits of a private 

residence in a choice 

of spacious one- and twobedroom 

options. 

All floor plans feature 

full-size kitchens, open 

living spaces and full 

bathrooms. Even better, a 

maintenance team is just 

a call away to assist with 

projects large and small. 

Four-legged friends feel 

at home, too, because it’s 

a pet-friendly community. 

Hanover Place also represents 

a value for retirees 

because the independent 

living rental community 

requires no down-payment, 

just flexible monthto-month 

rent with most 

utilities included. 

Residents enjoy many 

extra resort-style services 

and amenities that make 

life easier and more enjoyable 

in this community. 

There is no need to get in 

a car to go to a movie theater, 

bistro, fitness center 

or hair salon. All are just 

steps away at Hanover 

Place, or transportation is 

provided. 

Scheduled activities, 

from fitness classes to 

games and crafts, at the 

community make life fun. 

Planned social events offer 

opportunities to meet new 

friends. Should residents 

have health care needs, an 

on-site health clinic and 

in-home health services 

are also available. 

Life at Hanover Place, 

in a desirable, convenient 

location, puts area attractions 

just minutes away. 

Residents live less than 3 

miles from the Metra station, 

farmer’s market, Music 

in the Plaza and Benches 

on the Avenue. As for 

dining and entertainment, 

coffeehouses and bakeries, 

fine dining and nightlife, 

sports bars and lounges are 

all part of the neighborhood. 

The community is conveniently 

located near Interstate 

80 and Interstate 

57, offering easy travel to 

Chicago and neighboring 

states. Metra’s commuter 

rail service provides fast 

daily service to Chicago 

and Joliet. Chicago’s Midway 

International Airport 

is about a half-hour drive 

north, while O’Hare International 

Airport is only 45 

minutes away. Pace Suburban 

Bus Service offers local 

travel. 

Rediscover retirement. 

Rediscover life — especially 

before the winter 

wind blows — at Hanover 

Place. 

Submitted by Hanover Place, 

16851 Harlem Ave. in Tinley 

Park. For more information 

or a private tour, call (708) 

633-1700. 

Senior Living for individuals 55 and better in a socially 

warm community where amenities and services maintain 

and independent lifestyle.


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Finding a ‘hidden gem’ at Alvernia Manor 

Is mom living alone, 

are you concerned of her 

safety? Is she able to reach 

out quickly for assistance, 

should something happen? 

Do you worry dad is taking 

his daily medications as prescribed 

or eating nutritional 

meals? Is the hired home 

care provider giving that 

special aunt all the care, attention 

and socialization she 

needs and deserves? 

Alvernia Manor Senior 

Living is the “hidden gem” 

that can ease a family’s concerns. 

The mission of this 

unique senior living community 

is to provide seniors 

a loving, safe and caring 

home. Alvernia Manor has 

a warm, homey setting, and 

its walls brim of compassion, 

fulfillment and fun. 

Amenities include three 

daily meals plus snacks, 

staffed healthcare services, 

24-hour emergency call 

system, housekeeping, furnished 

private rooms and 

a calendar full of activities 

and socialization. 

In addition, there are no 

annuities or endowment 

fees. For more than 45 

years, the School Sisters 

of St. Francis of Christ the 

King and their dedicated 

staff have cared for seniors 

as their own family with 

respect, love and concern. 

Family and friends refer 

to Alvernia Manor as their 

“hidden gem.” 

Alvernia Manor is located 

on a hilltop in the 

southwest suburb of Lemont. 

With its beautiful bluff 

location, the vivid colors of 

the four seasons are played 

out annually in panoramic 

view. The Little Bit of 

Heaven pavilion is a favorite 

spot for residents to 

take in the scenery and enjoy 

the fresh air. Residents 

also have the opportunity to 

enjoy several other secured 

patios or common areas, 

relax in the privacy of their 

room or spend spiritual 

time in the chapel. 

Keeping a resident’s 

body and mind healthy and 

active is the goal the Sisters 

and staff strive for. Games, 

exercise, movies, bingo, 

best buddy visits, shopping 

trips, entertainment and 

other special outings, like a 

trip to Brookfield Zoo, are 

among the many activities 

on Alvernia’s monthly activity 

calendar — definitely 

fun times enjoyed by all. 

Alvernia Manor’s Wellness 

Coordinators and 

healthcare staff ensures 

resident’s medications are 

dispensed, vitals taken and 

daily health monitored. 

Fresh meals are prepared 

daily and all housekeeping 

needs attended to. All this 

adds up to no more worries 

for the resident and family. 

In addition, Adult Day 

Services or Short-Term 

Stay are other available options 

for families. Loved 

ones receive the care and 

recreation they need in a 

safe, loving environment, 

while caregivers go to work 

or get a much needed break. 

Whether for a few hours, a 

day or a longer period of 

time, Alvernia Manor may 

be exactly what your family 

is looking for. 

Come see for yourself 

all Alvernia Manor Senior 

Living offers. The care, 

charm and beauty are undeniable. 

Submitted by Alvernia Manor 

Senior Living, 13950 Main 

St. in Lemont. For more 

information, visit 

www.alverniamanor.org or 

call (630) 257-7721. 

At Peace Village, it all begins with options. Your 

residence. Your dining choices. Entertainment. Fitness 

and recreation. Creative arts. Spirituality. We even offer 

a range of move-in options designed to find your 

financial sweet spot. 

Peace Village is in beautiful, comfortable, affordable 

Palos Park, where you can relax, have fun, and do all the 

things you love. That’s real value — your best retirement 

living value in Chicago’s southwest suburbs. 

For event information or to arrange a tour, call 

1-866-951-2998. We’re online at PeaceVillage.org 

10300 Village Circle Drive | Palos Park, IL 60464





Tinley Court unique among senior communities 

What makes Tinley Court 

different than all other senior 

communities? For more than 20 

years, Tinley Court has offered 

catered senior living, providing 

independent seniors a unique 

place for companionship, security 

and the feeling of being 

at home while at the same time 

knowing every form of personal 

assistance is available on-site 

when needed. 

Included in Tinley Court residents’ 

monthly rent are three 

chef-prepared meals, served daily 

in our formal dining room by a 

professional and caring wait staff; 

weekly housekeeping and utilities. 

Each day, Tinley Court offers 

exciting activity programs, 

designed for the enjoyment and 

well-being of our residents. 

Monthly features include live 

entertainment, birthday parties, 

shopping, plays, luncheons and 

many more exciting events and 

outings. 

At Tinley Court, we realize the 

importance of choosing wisely 

when it comes to selecting a retirement 

home for yourself or a 

loved one. Tinley Court is the 

place to be when changes in our 

lives require help with day-today 

tasks or when one just needs 

a comfortable place to relax and 

enjoy. We offer a variety of services 

and amenities that provide 

a world-class experience within 

our establishment. 

Tinley Court proudly believes 

in fine traditions with 

old-fashioned values and commitment. 

You will immediately 

see the concern and careful planning 

that has gone into our design, 

and, most importantly, the 

friendly attention of our staff. 

Not to mention, we offer the best 

value in the south suburbs. 

But what is most unique about 

Tinley Court is our concept of 

catered living. We understand 

everyone’s needs are different; 

we are compassionate and attentive 

to those needs. Staff is 

available to assist you 24 hours a 

day, seven days a week, offering 

residents and families the peace 

of mind living alone cannot do. 

Tinley Court has been described 

as “...like being on a 

cruise ship without the sea sickness. 

We eat, play games and enjoy 

the camaraderie of our neighbors 

and friends.” 

Tinley Court is honored to have 

many veterans and their surviving 

spouses. Tinley Court offers financial 

aid for veterans and their 

spouses, and inquires about this 

wonderful program are welcome. 

Patrons interested are encouraged 

to schedule tours at this “one-ofa-kind” 

senior living community. 

Submitted by Tinley Court, 16301 

S. Brementowne Road in Tinley 

Park. For more information, visit 

www.tinleycourt.com or call (708) 

532-7800. 

Do you think 

leaking 

when you laugh, 

cough or sneeze 

is normal? 

You are not alone. Many women suffer and are too 

embarrassed to discuss it. It’s time you understand 

your pelvic health. You have options and you can 

take back control. 

For over 20 years Dr. Kenneth Finkelstein has been 

specializing in Urogynecology and treating women 

with pelvic floor issues. Contact Dr. Finkelstein today 

and learn more about improving and regaining your 

quality of life. 

10260 West 191st Street, Suite 100 / Mokena, IL / 708.425.1907 / www.whcillinois.com



ORLAND TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT 

 

Supervisor 

 

Clerk 

 

Trustee 

 

Trustee 

2017 WINNER 

 

Trustee 

 

Trustee 

 

Assesor 

 

Highway 

Commisioner 

An 

Independent Living Community 

with 

Brighter Days for Seniors 

• 3 chef prepared meals served 

daily 

• Full daily activity program, 

entertainment & trips 

• Weekly housekeeping 

• All utilities included 

• Library, chapel, coffee shop and 

beauty/barber shop on premises 

• Private Formal Dining Room 

available 

• Home health care services 

available on premises 

• Walking distance to Tinley 

shops & restaurants 

• Veterans Financial Assistance 

Available 

EVERYTHING INCLUDED IN ONE AFFORDABLE FEE 

16301 S Brementowne Rd. 

Tinley Park, IL 60477 

708.532.7800 • www.tinleycourt.com 

www.orlandtownship.org 

Call for questions or to schedule a private tour!



Waterford Estates Retirement Community continues fight against Alzheimer’s 

Back in September, 

Waterford Estates Retirement 

Community hosted 

a special Spaghetti Dinner 

Fundraiser for an 

extra special cause: the 

Alzheimer’s Association. 

This wonderful evening 

included a delicious 

spaghetti dinner prepared 

by their very own expert 

chefs, as well as a raffle 

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and activities for children 

which included face 

painting and crafts. 

The success of this 

event is attributed to the 

hardworking staff at Waterford 

Estates and proceeds 

from this event 

totaled over $4,700. All 

of which were donated 

to the Alzheimer’s Association, 

which “advances 

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enhancing care for those 

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According to the Alzheimer’s 

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Alzheimer’s disease is 

the sixth leading cause 

of death in the US, affecting 

1 in 3 seniors. 

Alzheimer’s and dementia 

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Waterford Estates is committed 

to doing everything 

they can to support 

this worthy cause. Later 

this year, the Waterford 

Estates team will participate 

in the Walk To End 

Alzheimer’s. 

Waterford Estates 

Community Relations 

Director Cara Schnayer 

has an additional personal 

motivation for raising 

money for Alzheimer’s 

disease. 

“My dad, Fred – such 

a great guy – was the 

youngest of 13 children 

born during the Depression,” 

Schnayer said. “He 

accomplished amazing 

things in his life, and we 

lost him to vascular dementia. 

“As I think back on it, 

he was gone long before 

he ever physically left 

this world. I hope one 

day that there are medical 

miracles for Alzheimer’s, 

vascular dementia and all 

forms of memory loss. 

Somehow fundraising for 

this cause feels like fighting 

back!” 

The Waterford Estates 

team understands everything 

that is involved in 

caring for senior adults, 

and they are here to help 

you navigate the decisions 

required to provide 

the best care for you or 

your loved one. 

Waterford Estates Retirement 

Community offers 

Independent Living 

and Assisted Living apartments 

as well as Reflections, 

a memory care community. 

Submitted by Waterford 

Estates Retirement Community, 

17400 S. Kedzie 

Ave. in Hazel Crest. For 


waterford-living.com or call 

(708) 572-4272. 

We strive every day to be the best 

rehabilitation and nursing center for you. 

• Newly Renovated Private Suites • Cardiac & Orthopedic Rehabilitation 

• Physical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy • Wound Care 

• Stroke Recovery • IV Antibiotic Therapy 

Call to set up a tour for you or your loved one! 

(815) 727- 4794 • www.SpringCreekNursing.com 

777 Draper Avenue • Joliet, Illinois 60432 

Andrew Egan 

Representative Mutual of Omaha 

19255 Everett Lane Suite C, Mokena, IL 60448 

Office: (708) 478-6625 ext 248 

Mobile: (815) 603-0955 

Email: Andrew.Egan@mutualofomaha.com 

Website: www.Andrew-Egan.com 

Come see me at the 

Active Aging Event on 

October 21st to 

discuss your 

insurance and 

financial needs.



Ingalls partners with UChicago Med, offers 

more services to Chicago’s south suburbs 

The recent merger between 

the University of 

Chicago Medicine and 

Ingalls Health System has 

resulted in a new logo and 

rebranding as part of a 

major initiative to reflect 

the combined enterprise’s 

geographic reach and expanded 

services. 

“UChicago Medicine is 

now much more than an 

academic medical center 

in Hyde Park, and the time 

is right for us to show that 

transformation through 

our logo and a broadened 

brand promise of being at 

the forefront of medicine, 

science and education,” 

said Kenneth S. Polonsky, 

executive vice president of 

medical affairs at the University 

of Chicago. “We 

now can provide a continuum 

of services in which 

academic medicine powers 

community care, fueled by 

our clinical excellence, research 

breakthroughs and 

teaching mission.” 

Ingalls offers a regional 

network of top-rated outpatient 

services from highly 

respected physicians 

and specialists in modern 

settings throughout Chicago’s 

south suburbs. It also 

features innovative service 

offerings, such as macular 

degeneration treatment 

from world-class retinal 

specialists, spine surgery 

from renowned experts, 

and more oncology clinical 

trials than any other 

community hospital in the 

region. Ingalls shows its 

community stewardship in 

myriad ways, such as offering 

free health screening 

events, educational 

programs and health fairs 

that reach thousands of 

south suburban residents. 

Integration with Ingalls 

Since completion of the 

merger in October 2016, 

the two organizations have 

been working to improve 

patient flow and experience, 

and create unified 

service lines in heart care, 

cancer care and orthopaedics. 

“This renewed identity 

will help us become a 

leading, integrated health 

system in Chicago’s 

Southland,” Ingalls President 

and CEO Kurt Johnson 

said. “We are working 

toward providing convenient, 

community-based 

health services that seamlessly 

connect with worldclass 

specialty care.” 

With the new logo, 

UChicago Medicine is the 

umbrella brand and Ingalls 

the supporting entity, 

which preserves the 94- 

year history of the community-hospital 

system 

and its facilities in Harvey, 

Flossmoor, South Holland, 

Tinley Park, Calumet City 

and Crestwood. 

Both organizations continue 

to retain their names 

and operating licensure, 

and Ingalls still maintains 

a local board of directors. 

Submitted by Ingalls Memorial 

Hospital, 1 Ingalls Drive 

in Harvey. For more information, 

visit www.ingalls.org 

or call (708) 333-2300. 

Get Back to Your Game 

With advanced orthopaedic care from Palos Health 

Whether you play sports or enjoy an occasional game with 

friends, you’ll find top orthopaedic specialists, advanced 

diagnostic tools and personalized care to get you back into 

motion quickly, safely and seamlessly. 

Call 708.226.2300 to find an 

orthopaedic surgeon affiliated 

with Palos Health. 

paloshealth.com



Stimulate the mind, body at Orland Township 

Orland Township offers a vast 

array of social activities and 

health programs for older adults. 

It ranges from the weekly 

drop-in center, where seniors 

can enjoy coffee and snack 

while playing, Bingo, cards and 

mingling with friends to larger 

annual events, such as Senior 

Dating Game and Dancing with 

the Senior Stars. Some of the 

Township’s social activities include 

monthly luncheons, dinner 

dances and trips. 

Orland Township is also committed 

to the well-being of local 

seniors and offers weekly classes 

to promote healthy lifestyles. 

Classes include yoga, Zumba 

Gold, tai chi, knitting, dancing 

classes and computer courses, 

such as the Dakim BrainFitness 

class, which is designed to improve 

memory, focus and concentration 

among seniors. 

At the Township, seniors also 

get to take part in numerous 

special events, such as senior 

self-defense seminars and CPR 

certification courses. The Senior 

Citizen Advisory Council allows 

seniors to work in part with 

the Township’s Supervisor and 

Board of Trustees to ensure the 

programs and services provided 

are helpful and enjoyable for local 

older citizens. 

On Thursday, Nov. 9, the 

Township is to host a free Movie 

Day. November’s pick for the 

monthly series is “Going in 

Style.” The show starts at noon 

and popcorn will be served. 

Seniors interested in learning 

CPR may attend the Township’s 

CPR certification class Tuesday, 

Nov. 14. Call (708) 403-4222 to 

register. 

Residents are invited to join 

Orland Township for their annual 

Thanksgiving dinners either 

Monday, Nov. 13 or Tuesday, 

Nov. 14 from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 

p.m. Winston’s Market is providing 

a holiday turkey meal 

with all the trimmings – roasted 

turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes 

with gravy, along with sautéed 

carrots and cranberry sauce. And 

of course, Thanksgiving dinner 

is not complete without delicious 

pumpkin pie with whipped 

cream and great entertainment. 

Stop in at Orland Township to 

purchase your ticket today! 

On Friday, Dec. 8 from 4:30- 

9:30 p.m., hop aboard the Chicago 

Trolley Holiday Lights Tour. 

You will be whisked on a journey 

of dazzling lights and holiday 

sights, including Zoo Lights 

at Lincoln Park Zoo, The Magnificent 

Mile, State Street and 

Macy’s Holiday windows. You 

will find yourself caroling all 

the way to Millennium Park and 

much more. As you board the 

trolley, you will enjoy a sandwich, 

chips, Christmas cookies 

and a beverage. This trip will 

surely get you into the Christmas 

spirit! 

For seniors who are living a 

more isolated lifestyle, Orland 

Township offers many resources 

to try to get them connected. The 

Township’s transportation service 

offers front-door transportation 

to and from the Township 

and medical appointments. 

Orland Township also works 

in part with organizations, such 

as PLOWS Council on Aging, 

which offers home check-ups 

and services to get older citizens 

active in the community once 

again. 

“We hold our seniors close to 

our hearts at Orland Township,” 

Supervisor Paul O’Grady said. 

“We are happy we can provide 

so many helpful services and 

even happier that so many smiling 

faces take advantage of what 

we offer. “ 

From the senior picnics to 

daily blood pressure and total 

lipid testing, Orland Township 

is a place for seniors to embrace 

their age and thrive. To stay up 

to date with what’s happening at 

the Township, follow Supervisor 

Paul O’Grady on Facebook 

at www.facebook.com/superviso 

rogrady. 

Submitted by Orland Township, 

14807 S. Ravinia Ave. in Orland 

Park. For more information, visit 

www.orlandtownship.org or call 

(708) 403-4222. 

Since 1947 

Dance your way 

to better health 

Enjoy the Benefits of Dancing 

• Exercise in a friendly environment 

• Enjoy social interaction 

• Rejuvenate your relationship 

Learn Social & Ballroom Dancing 

• Private & group classes 

• Wedding programs 

Introductory Offer* 

2 Sessions for $40 Normally $135 

708-478-5722 

19840 LaGrange Mokena 

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Mon-Fri 1-10pm 

*No partner necessary. New adult students only 

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Arlene Ruiz deLuzuriaga, MD 

Trina Brucato, PA-C 

• Board-certified dermatologists 

and Physician Assistants 

• Acne, psoriasis, eczema, 

rosacea and other skin condition 

treatments 

• Laser services for skin 

rejuvenation, and scar 

improvement 

708-444-8300 

Eduardo Moioli, MD, PhD 

Michelle Ovando, PA-C 

Tinley Park, 18425 West Creek Drive, Suite F 

NEW OFFICE 

• Mohs micrographic surgery and 

SRT non surgical radiation for 

treatment of skin cancers 

• Cosmetic services including 

Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, 

Voluma, eyelid rejuvenation, 

microdermabrasion, 

sclerotherapy and Dermapen 

Palos Heights, 13401 Ridgeland Avenue



Live life to the fullest at Evergreen Senior Living 

Evergreen Senior Living 

in Orland Park is a 

community where independence 

thrives and compassionate 

care is always 

present. 

At Evergreen Senior 

Living, seniors are encouraged 

to live independent 

and personally satisfying 

lives focused on positive 

relationships and daily opportunities 

for joy. From 

lovely common spaces to 

purposeful programming, 

the design of Evergreen 

Senior Living inspires engagement 

and satisfaction. 

The campus offers both assisted 

living and memory 

care services. 

Evergreen Place 

Assisted Living 

Evergreen Place Assisted 

Living on the Evergreen 

Senior Living campus is 

committed to supporting 

seniors in living life their 

way. 

Each senior receives as 

much or as little help as 

they request, with multiple 

levels of care available to 

meet individual needs and 

preferences. From routine 

medication management 

to discreet personal service, 

seniors maintain their 

dignity as they receive personalized 

support services 

in the privacy of their own 

apartments. 

At Evergreen Place Assisted 

Living, the active, 

socially engaging environment 

allows residents to 

retain their health with a 

sense of purpose and fulfillment. 

Evergreen Place’s 

community of care and 

friendship allows seniors 

to live a worry-free life 

that can be enjoyed and 

embraced. Amenities provided 

include: chef prepared 

meals, the ability 

to choose from multiple 

dining destinations, lovely 

property and inviting spaces 

for family and friends, 

a fitness center, theater, library 

and chapel. 

The Legacy: 

Memory Support 

The Legacy: Memory 

Support at Evergreen Senior 

Living is devoted to 

seniors living with Alzheimer’s 

disease and other 

forms of dementia. 

Caregivers work with 

seniors to ensure they 

maintain a healthy and 

mentally stimulating life 

at the greatest level of 

independence possible. 

Families find comfort in 

the team’s experience and 

ability to make the transition 

as smooth as possible 

for the entire family. Helpful, 

short-term options, 

such as respite care, are 

also available. 

The Legacy’s core philosophy 

is “Life Unrehearsed.” 

With a focus on 

personal interactions and 

life skills, each day is allowed 

to unfold uniquely 

for each senior based upon 

their history, their preference 

and needs in the moment. 

This daily journey 

offers a gentle structure 

and a number of programs 

to maintain a senior’s abilities, 

encourage the use of 

their skills, and create a 

sense of security and belonging. 

Opportunities for 

success and joy are abundant. 

Helpful information 

Only a small reservation 

fee is required to hold an 

apartment at Evergreen 

Senior Living, which is 

then applied to the first 

month’s rent. There are 

no maintenance fees or 

long-term commitments, 

and for convenience, Evergreen 

Senior Living offers 

month-to-month contracts. 

Submitted by Evergreen 

Senior Living, 10820 183rd 

St. in Orland Park. For more 

information, visit www.ever 

greenslc.com/OrlandPark or 

call (708) 470-1082. 

FunFall October 29 

2–4 PM 

Festivities 

Costume Contest • Trunk or Treat 

Decorated and Carved Pumpkin Voting 

Kid-Friendly Games • Fall Treats 

Halloween-Style Bingo 

Join us at this intergenerational celebration where autumn comes alive with fun, 

fall festivities for the whole family to enjoy. Come on over in costume! Enjoy treats, 

contests and Halloween happenings right here within our beautiful campus. 

Evergreen Senior Living… 

where we all are kids at heart! 

Halloween Style 

Bingo at 3 PM 

www.EvergreenSLC.com/OrlandPark 

(708) 479-1082 • 10820 183rd Street • Orland Park, IL



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NL-based business 

works to make 

clothes dryers safer 

Hidden buildup in 

clothes dryer vent 

is fire hazard 

Most people know they 

need to clean out their 

dryer lint tray between 

each cycle, but what lurks 

behind the wall is just as 

important for safety and 

avoiding fire traps, as well 

as fully efficient dryer performance. 

Joe Enzenberger, owner 

of Dryer Vent Wizard, 

opened his New Lenoxbased 

business in 2009. 

Lint is the villain. Lint 

that has been allowed to 

build up and linger too 

long in the dryer exhaust 

vent. 

It is estimated by the 

U.S. Consumer Product 

Safety Commission and 

the U.S. Fire Administration 

that 15,500 fires associated 

with clothes dryers 

occur annually. These fires 

account for an average of 

20 deaths, 370 injuries and 

more than $88 million in 

property damage. “Failure 

to clean the dryer vent” 

was the leading factor, according 

to U.S. Fire Administration 

reports. 

“It is something very few 

people know about or think 

about,” said Enzenberger, 

whose company specializes 

in dryer vent cleaning, 

repair, alteration and installation. 

“It is the leading 

cause of dryer fires.” 

Lint accumulation also 

can cause dryers to stop 

working or to work inefficiently. 

A dryer vent 

clogged with lint can add 

as much as $18 to $24 per 

month to energy costs. 

“Improper venting 

causes problems, as 

well,” he said. “The dryer 

exhaust duct and connections 

should be made of 

rigid metal or semi-rigid 

metal and secured with 

metal heat-resistant tape, 

rather than duct tape. I 

often find plastic or foil 

accordion-type material, 

which can easily trap lint 

and is more susceptible to 

kinks and crushing.” 

Warning signs include: 

• Clothes are taking more 

than one cycle to dry, especially 

jeans & towels. 

• No lint visible on lint 

screen. 

• Dryer repeatedly stops 

during a cycle. 

• Clothes have moldy 

smell after dry cycle. 

• Clothes are very hot after 

a dry cycle. 

• The top of your dryer hot 

to the touch while running. 

• There’s excess lint left on 

your clothing. 

“This has been a consumer 

education process, 

but it’s hard to get the 

word out,” Enzenberger 

said. “Most don’t call until 

they have a serious problem 

with their dryer.” 

He suggests people treat 

clothes dryers as a household 

item in need of regular 

maintenance. Consumers 

can protect dryer performance 

and promote safety 

by cleaning the lint screen 

between each use, ensuring 

the connection between the 

dryer and wall is made of 

compliant material and remains 

unkinked, and having 

the dryer exhaust duct 

cleaned regularly. Dryer 

manufacturers recommend 

inspection and cleaning at 

least annually. 

October is National Fire 

Prevention Month and is 

the perfect time to have an 

inspection and cleaning of 

clothes dryers and dryer 

vent systems. 

Another important tip 

– never let your clothes 

dryer run when you are out 

of the house or asleep. 

Submitted by Dryer Vent 

Wizard, 1505 Cherry Wood 

Lane in New Lenox. For 


dryerventwizard.com or call 

(815) 215-2090.



Octoberfest 

of Wellness 

Senior Health & Wellness fair 

Thursday, Oct. 26 • 9am - noon 

Over 20 vendors 

raffle prizes • $100 gift certificate 

free screenings & Services 

FREE Admission & Easy Parking • Refreshments • Wellness Activities 

Flu Shots • Pneumonia Shots • Blood Pressure Screening 

Glucose Testing • Raffle Drawings 

14230 S. Kilpatrick Avenue • Crestwood, IL 

For more info, call 708.293.0010 

The Pointe at Kilpatrick 

provides a variety of features 

At The Pointe at Kilpatrick, 

we provide supportive 

living to seniors 65 and 

older. 

We feature private and 

shared suite apartments for 

our residents, while providing 

them with supportive 

services, such as three 

meals per day in our restaurant-style 

dining room. 

Housekeeping and laundry 

service are provided 

weekly. Plus, we provide 

medication assistance and 

reminders, as well as assistance 

with the activities of 

daily living, such as showering, 

dressing, grooming 

and toileting. 

Our activities provide 

the residents with the opportunity 

to socialize and 

be engaged in a variety 

of outings, regular exercise, 

games and intellectual 

brain stimulating 

events, as well as live 

entertainment. Quarterly, 

we feature special events 

that include outings to 

such exciting places as 

White Fence Farm, Minor 

League Baseball games, 

Drury Lane and more. 

We also feature a cozy 

memory care unit, called 

New Day. Here, residents 

with special memory concerns 

are cared for and engaged 

in a variety of mind 

stimulating activities, 

while getting the special 

attention their condition 

requires. This unique unit 

features a private courtyard 

and bird aviary, as 

well as special activities 

geared just for them. 

In addition, we provide 

financial assistance 

to those who qualify. The 

Pointe at Kilpatrick is located 

in the quiet neighborhood 

of Crestwood 

at 14230 S. Kilpatrick 

Avenue. If you would be 

interested in a personal 

tour please contact Samantha 

Vander Vliet at (708) 

293-0010. Be sure and 

ask about our November 

move-in special! We are 

also hosting a Health and 

Wellness Event Thursday, 

Oct. 26 from 9 a.m.-noon. 

Come out for your health, 

some refreshments and 

raffle prizes. 

Submitted by The Pointe at 

Kilpatrick, 14230 Kilpatrick 

Ave. in Crestwood. For 


thepointeslf.com or call (708) 

293-0010.



Local music duo’s 

act focuses on family 

Phil & Amy set for 

two upcoming holiday 

performances 

Recording artists Phil & Amy have 

upcoming Christmas dine and matinee 

performances scheduled for White Fence 

Farm, Tuesday, Nov. 28, and Starved 

Rock Lodge, Wednesday, Dec. 6. The 

popular husband and wife duo have appeared 

throughout Chicagoland over the 

years and recently re-released their 25th 

anniversary edition “Opening Night” Andrew 

Lloyd Webber selection album via 

CDs, downloads and streams. 

Looking back, the album’s success was 

enhanced due to their many appearances 

with The Franz Benteler Royal Strings 

Orchestra, but did you know that this 

couple has been hosting travel tours for 

almost 25 years, as well? 

Yes, motorcoach travel trips to destinations 

near and far. With each trip, their 

“family” of followers continues to grow. 

They adopted the name of St. Christopher 

Tours invoking the blessing of the patron 

saint of travelers. Did you have a St. 

Christopher statue or medallion on your 

dashboard? Their motto is, “Like Family, 

we visit authentic America.” Instead 

though, of piling into your family vehicle 

you board a deluxe motorcoach for a one 

or multi-day excursion to a fabulous destination. 

Phil and Amy trips are so well planned 

for your absolute comfort and enjoyment 

that it is like being a kid again, when mom 

and dad took care of all the details and 

you, carefree, just went along for the fun. 

Call and inquire on traveling with them to 

Yellowstone, Mackinac Island, Frankenmuth, 

MI, or Cape Cod to name a few. 

Also, see a more detailed view of their 

upcoming performances and shows, theatre 

and single/multi-day tours on their website 

www.philnamymusic.com or call (708) 

687-3302. 

Submitted by Phil & Amy, 5348 Forest Trail 

in Oak Forest. For more information, visit 

www.philnamymusic.com or call (708) 687- 

3302.



retire 

From Page 9 

“I learned about marketing, 

but I learned a lot 

more about people — what 

kindness can do in the 

world,” Vanek said. “I witnessed 

how growing older 

can be wonderful with 

the support of family and 

friends.” 

In addition to answering 

a busy telephone in the 

main lobby on weekday 

mornings, Vanek supervised 

the duties of 11 receptionists 

covering Smith 

Crossing’s entire phone 

system from 8 a.m.-8 p.m., 

seven days a week. 

“Because we are front 

and center for residents 

too, we listen to their 

concerns and put them in 

touch with staff who could 

help,” she said. “We relayed 

lots of good news, 

like a special package or 

new furniture has just been 

delivered. We’d see their 

faces light up when they 

greeted family members 

and friends.” 

Vanek kept meticulous 

daily census records indicating 

residents’ absences, 

due to travel, medical procedures 

and snowbird residency 

in other states. She 

also tracked their progression 

through the lifestyle 

settings. She recalls a tipping 

point in 2007, when 

Smith Crossing achieved a 

population of 90 independent 

living residents and a 

waiting list of 30 prospective 

residents. 

Not long after, plans solidified 

for a $37 million 

expansion that would include 

a larger fitness center, 

physical therapy gym 

and library, as well as the 

additions of a movie theater, 

game room — plus 

90 additional apartments. 

Today, Smith Crossing is 

home to 300 residents. 

After the new wings 

opened in January of 2013, 

it became clear to Vanek 

and others that the foundation 

of Smith Crossing as a 

community was firmly set. 

“Many of the first residents 

still live here,” she 

said. “And while their 

closeness remains, they 

welcome new residents and 

staff. We’ve just become a 

much bigger family.” 

Laurie Maurisak, former 

lead receptionist for assisted 

living and healthcare 

wings, assumed Vanek’s 

responsibilities along with 

Alex Tarr, admissions director 

at Smith Crossing. 

Just like Vanek, Maurisak 

and Tarr said they enjoy 

making people smile. 

“Among the most important 

traits we look for 

in all people who work 

here is caring, compassion 

and patience,” said Frank 

Guajardo, executive director 

for Smith Crossing. 

“Georgia set our gold standard 

for all of those qualities. 

We will miss her.” 

About Smith Crossing 

Smith Crossing is one of 

only 10 life-plan communities 

in Illinois awarded a 

five-year accreditation for 

“exemplary conformance” 

to international standards 

set by CARF-CCAC, the 

industry’s sole accrediting 

body. 

Sponsored by Smith 

Senior Living, a not-forprofit 

organization serving 

older adults since 1924, it 

offers spacious residences 

and engaging programs for 

independent living, as well 

as assisted living, memory 

support and skilled nursing 

care. It also provides 

short-term rehabilitation 

services for residents and 

others requiring assistance 

after surgery or a medical 

incident. 

Submitted by Smith Crossing, 

10501 Emilie Lane in Orland 

Park. For more information, 

call (708) 326-2300 or visit 

www.smithcrossing.org. 

Dental 

From Page 6 

left behind by brushing 

and flossing alone. 

• Stay hydrated – Many 

medications cause dry 

mouth, an issue often 

experienced in our senior 

community. Staying 

hydrated encourages 

natural saliva production 

which aids in the 

prevention of infections 

and possible tooth loss. 

• Replace missing teeth 

– Dental implants are 

the most modern and effective 

way to replace 

lost teeth. From better 

digestion, to preventing 

further bone loss – Orland 

Dental Care offers 

the state of the art equipment 

to assist their patients 

in this invaluable 

option. A free consultation 

is only a phone call 

away! 

Proper dental care, regular 

checkups along with a 

healthy diet are some of 

most important things to 

maintain as we get older. 

Don’t put it off another 

year–schedule an appointment 

with your dentist as 

soon as possible. 

Orland Dental Care is a 

family-friendly, cosmetic, 

general and specialty 

practice led by Dr. Kyle 

Takla. Dr. Takla and his 

team combine advanced 

dentistry with a gentle, 

friendly style. Their office 

is a comprehensive dental 

center where patients 

can receive all their dental 

needs in one place. From 

simple cleanings to full 

mouth rehabilitation, such 

as permanent implant procedures. 

Submitted by Orland Dental 

Care, 14360 S. La Grange 

Road in Orland Park. For 


orlanddentalcare.com, email 

dentaloffice87@yahoo.com 

or call (708) 364-8900. 

Live it 

how you see fit 

At Smith Crossing, maintenance-free living, exceptional amenities 

and innovative programs all come together to create an active 

lifestyle that will exceed your expectations. Morning yoga classes. 

Working out with a professional trainer in our state-of-the art fitness 

center. Cultural, educational and wellness activities. Two firstclass 

dining venues with fresh, seasonal menus. Come explore an 

enriching world with the freedom to live life by the best design 

of all — yours. 

As Orland Park’s only Life Plan Community, backed by Smith Senior 

Living, who’s been caring for older adults in the Chicago area since 

1924, you’ll have the security of a full continuum of care available 

here on campus if you should ever need it. 

Step into a World of Possibilities. 

Schedule your visit today (708) 505-2925 

10501 Emilie Lane • Orland Park, IL 60467 • SmithCrossing.org



Wearing hearing aids reduces risk of cognitive decline 

Made for an 

Invisible Fit 

Hearing loss has been linked to a 

number of health concerns in recent 

years, especially to cognitive decline, 

dementia and Alzheimer’s, according to 

Jonathan Wright, a specialist at South 

Suburban Hearing Health Center’s 

Homer Glen and Burr Ridge offices. 

“Adults with hearing loss are two-tofive 

times more likely to develop dementia 

when compared to adults with 

normal hearing,” Wright said. 

A recent study by Columbia University 

Medical Center has found a direct 

correlation between hearing aid use and 

cognitive performance in older adults 

aged 80 to 99 with hearing loss. The 

study also indicates older adults with 

hearing loss who used hearing aids performed 

significantly better on cognitive 

tests than those who did not use a hearing 

aid. 

The goal of the study was to determine 

if hearing aids could slow the effects 

of aging on cognitive function. 

“Our study suggests that using a hearing 

aid may offer a simple, yet important, 

way to prevent or slow the development 

of dementia by keeping adults 

with hearing loss engaged in conversation 

and communication,” said Dr. Anil 

K. Lawlwani, professor of otolaryngology/head 

and neck surgery at CUMC 

and otolaryngologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/CUMC 

and NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan 

Stanley Children’s Hospital, 

about their findings. 

CUMC’s study further supports the 

notion that hearing loss impacts neurological 

elements as we age. In 2014, 

researchers at Johns Hopkins and the 

National Institute on Aging used information 

from the ongoing Baltimore 

Longitudinal Study of Aging to look at 

the differences in brain changes between 

adults with normal hearing and adults 

with hearing loss. Analysis of the participants’ 

MRIs over the years showed 

that participants with hearing loss had 

accelerated rates of brain atrophy compared 

to those with normal hearing. 

“Overall, the scientists report, those 

with impaired hearing lost more than an 

additional cubic centimeter of brain tissue 

each year compared with those with 

normal hearing,” Wright said. “Those 

with impaired hearing also had significantly 

more shrinkage in particular regions, 

including the superior, middle 

and inferior temporal gyri, brain structures 

responsible for processing sound 

and speech. 

“With all of the new information we 

have on the impact hearing loss has on 

the brain and the individual’s quality 

of life, it’s now more important than 

ever to take action. Hearing loss is not 

uncommon today, and in older adults, 

hearing health is key.” 

Come visit the professionals at South 

Suburban Hearing Health Center in 

Homer Glen or Burr Ridge and start 

hearing better today. 

Submitted by South Suburban Hearing Health 

Center, 14316 S. Will Cook Road in Homer 

Glen. For more information, visit 

www.southsuburbanhearing.com or call (708) 

966-4724. 

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Rehab at Victorian 

Village helps you 

get back to your life 

for Active Seniors 

Anyone walking 

through Victorian Village 

in Homer Glen can see the 

emphasis on active living, 

but in no place in the community 

is that more evident 

than in Small House 

rehabilitation. 

After an extended hospital 

stay following an injury, 

people are longing for 

home, but often need further 

rehabilitation. Dave 

Tiemersma, Executive 

Director at Victorian Village, 

said that a rehabilitation 

stay can still feel like 

home — and best of all, 

it can help you get back 

to your home and back to 

your active life. 

Victorian Village partners 

with Marianjoy Rehabilitation, 

a widely 

recognized leader in rehabilitative 

care, to offer 

the most innovative techniques 

to get everyone in 

the shape they need to get 

back to the highest level of 

independence possible for 

each individual. 

The Small House concept 

at Victorian Village 

was the first of its kind in 

Illinois. All residents have 

their own bedrooms and 

bathrooms, and they share 

an open dining area, kitchen 

and other common areas, 

complete with porches 

and a spa. 

Instead of having to 

navigate long hallways, 

all the common areas are 

mere steps away from the 

bedrooms. The expansive 

living room allows for activities 

and visits. Loved 

ones can enjoy a meal with 

residents and later sit and 

chat by the fireplace. 

While the beds throughout 

the Small Houses are 

certified by Medicare, this 

two-story, 30 bed Small 

House is specifically designed 

for rehabilitation. 

Clients have therapy for 

about an hour a day, and 

they can utilize the rehab 

gym, but they can also 

practice occupational therapy 

in a setting that looks 

and feels like home. 

In addition to therapists, 

Providence’s Care Partners 

help residents with 

activities of daily life as 

needed, such as getting 

dressed, doing laundry or 

just discussing the day’s 

plans. 

“Having 30 beds means 

a relatively small program,” 

Tiemersma said. 

“So that means more individual 

attention, and we 

strive for high hospitality.” 

In addition to rehabilitation 

exercises, residents 

also take advantage of the 

numerous activities the 

Life Enrichment staff plan 

for the community. 

Tiemersma said the inhome 

activities the Life 

Enrichment staff offers 

give residents opportunities 

to enjoy themselves 

beyond the rehabilitation 

exercises. 

“We have something for 

everyone,” he said. “There 

are so many ways to get 

active.” 

Victorian Village’s 

Health & Wellness Center 

is accredited by the Joint 

Commission. 

Rehab is just a small 

part of the living options 

available on campus. Victorian 

Village offers a full 

continuum of care, including 

townhouse living, retirement 

living, assisted 

living, memory care and 

skilled nursing care. 

Submitted by Victorian Village, 

12600 W. Renaissance 

Circle in Homer Glen. For 


victorianvillage.com or call 

(708) 301-0800. 

Convenient 

Townhouse 

Living 

Friendly 

Retirement 

Living 

and access to Rehab, Assisted 

Living, Memory Care, and 

Skilled Nursing on the same 

campus, for whenever your 

care needs change. 

VICTORIAN 

VILLAGE 

12600 Renaissance Circle 

Homer Glen, IL 60491 

(708) 301-0800 

www.VictorianVillage.com 

A PROVIDENCE LIFE SERVICES COMMUNITY 

Providence Life Services does not discriminate on the basis 

of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or handicap.





Welcome to 

the forefront. 

Now available 

in the Southland. 

Now that Ingalls and UChicago Medicine have joined forces, patients 

throughout the southern suburbs have access to the advances in 

treatment that come from leading-edge research and breakthrough 

discoveries. And that’s on top of the exceptional community care 

you’re already accustomed to from Ingalls. 

This powerful partnership represents the high level of uncommon 

care now available to you. Right here, in your neighborhood. 

Together, we’re putting the Chicago Southland at the forefront.

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