Macular Degeneration with Dr. Zhou

Sponsored by Hyde Park Village

Wednesday, January 14, 12–1pm Central via Zoom

Understanding age related macular degeneration: how it’s diagnosed, how to lower your risk, current treatments, and what’s in the future. Xiao Yi (Ellie) Zhou, MD, is Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science and Assistant Professor of Pathology at UChicago Medicine. She is an experienced board-certified ophthalmologist who provides specialized care for a wide range of retinal conditions in adults and children.

Register by clicking here. 

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 the question. The series covers such topics as decluttering, nutrition, dementia, advocating for loved ones in a hospital, yoga movement, the power of nature, choosing the right senior living, and planning for aging. 

Find out more and register by clicking here. 

Advocating for Your Healthcare Needs 

and More

A Zoom presentation from CJE Senior Life

Thursday, January 8, 2026, 12 pm CT, Zoom

In its efforts to assist older adults in meeting their evolving needs, CJE Senior Life is sponsoring a session on the challenges we face, from navigating complex healthcare systems to securing essential benefits and services. Advocacy is more critical than ever. Learn how CJE is responding to this ever-changing landscape through education, policy engagement, and community action, and why your voice matters in shaping the future of aging services.

Register by clicking here. Download the flyer here.

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.

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 options available 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.

"See Me"

Are you interested in helping attract student nurses to gerontology, where they are critically needed? You can do so by joining a program entitled “See Me”—starting again in September 2025—run by the Loyola School of Nursing. It involves meeting for eight hours—spread over the semester--with two such students. These conversations have proven effective in making students feel comfortable with and interested in seniors. Go to the Recommendations section of our website for more information.

Memory Issues?

Edgewater Village sponsors a Memory Café on the third Friday of every month at the Edgewater Library. The Café caters to individuals with memory issues and their caretakers. For more information, click here. 

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 tab and then scrolling down 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, go to the Recommendations tab and scroll down to "Seniors-Only DMV!" 

End-of-Life Issues

Go to Resources 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 Recommendations, 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 Resources 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."