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Oak Park Arms Senior Living by resident Betsy Davis

Jazz historian’s Steinway piano donated to Oak Park Arms

John Steiner’s Steinway grand piano has been donated to the Oak Park Arms Senior Living by resident Betsy Davis. Steiner was the world’s foremost authority on early Chicago jazz. He built an exceptional personal collection of approximately 35,000 recordings, sheet music, and newspaper articles. Today, his collection is housed in the Chicago Jazz Archive of the University of Chicago Library.

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Oak Park Arms celebrating 45 years in senior living.

Constant Innovation – Celebrating 45 Years Of Senior Living

Oak Park Arms celebrated 45 years of senior housing and innovation. At one point, Oak Park Arms became the training ground for senior living managers from more than a dozen communities across the country. Innovation and improvement are a constant.

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Senior woman with her caregiver

What is the Difference between Palliative Care and Hospice Care? Presentation by Marlene Wilson, RN, BSN – August 29

The terms “palliative care” and “hospice” are frequently misunderstood. Marlene Wilson, RN, BSN, of Promedica Hospice will present a talk titled, “What is the Difference between Palliative Care and Hospice Care?” on Tuesday, August 29. The presentation is free, and the public is welcome.

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Senior holding bank statement

Consumer Fraud Prevention Tips for Seniors – August 22

The Cook County State’s Attorney’s office will present a program for seniors titled, “Consumer Fraud Prevention Tips for Seniors,” at 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at the Oak Park Arms. RSVP required – Call 708-386-4040.

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Dominga Coronado, Oak Park Arms leasing coordinator, places the crown on Marge Schwarz, as Moses Williams, Executive Director, and Prom King Don Sundstrom look on during Oak Parks Arms’ 41st annual Seniors’ Senior Prom held Friday, June 16, 2023, in Oak Park.

41st Seniors’ Senior Prom – Friday, June 16

Senior citizens danced the night away at the 41st Seniors’ Senior Prom on Friday, June 16, at the Oak Park Arms. The prom was an annual tradition for 40 years before being cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A highlight of the event was the crowning of the 2023 king and queen – Don Sundstrom and Marge Schwarz.

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