Renee Steingard, Author at Oak Park Arms

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

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

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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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Consumer Fraud Prevention Tips for Seniors – August 22

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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

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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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‘Pomp and Circumstance’ as Seniors graduate from Oak Park Arms’ Academy for Seniors

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Oak Park Arms residents completed the Oak Park Arms’ Academy for Seniors latest course titled, “Before 1776: Life in the American Colonies.” For older adults, staying active is the key to preserving health. Researchers have found that mental exercise is just as vital as physical exercise.

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Oak Park Arms Delores Newell receives the Volunteer of the Decade from Renee Steingard Director of Leasing and Resident Engagement during Oak Park Arms Senior Living Spring Dance with the Falconaires. Saturday, April 22, 2023, in Oak Park, Ill.

Delores Newell: Volunteer of the Decade

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On Saturday, April 22, the final day of National Volunteer Week, Delores Newell was awarded Volunteer of the Decade at the Oak Park Arms. Delores has been volunteering for more than 13 years at the Oak Park Arms and in December of 2022 she became a resident of the Oak Park Senior Living Community.

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Spring Dance with the Falconaires

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A spring dance with the Falconaires titled, “When Music Was Music,” took place Saturday, April 22, at the Oak Park Arms Senior Living. This was the first ballroom dance open to the public since COVID.

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Oak Park Arms resident Donald Vivas dances with Kindness Creators Kayla B. during the Arms Valentines Day Dance Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in Oak Park, Ill.

Seniors and Preschoolers find Cupid at Valentine’s Dance

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Young students from the Kindness Creators Preschool joined seniors from the Oak Park Arms Senior Living Community for a Valentine’s Dance. “Anytime you sit with kids, it makes your day,” said Nancy Thornton of Oak Park.

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Noteworthy Show Choir rocked the house at the Oak Park Arms

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Noteworthy, the award-winning show choir from Oak Park River Forest High School, performed for seniors and the community at the Oak Park Arms. “We used to have Noteworthy concerts often, so having them back after a couple years was very special for the seniors. Intergenerational programs are so much fun for everyone involved.”

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