CJE SeniorLife

06/05/2026

Join CJE Metro and Keshet: For LGBTQ+ Equality in Jewish Life for an engaging workshop focused on LGBTQ+ belonging in Jewish life—with special attention to understanding and using pronouns as a tool for inclusion.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
11am–12:30 pm
Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 North Broadway, Chicago, IL

Registration required, Free: https://cje.net/pronouns-pride-jewish-belonging/

Together, we’ll explore core LGBTQ+ terms and concepts, connect LGBTQ+ equality with Jewish values, and practice language tools that help create more welcoming spaces. Participants will leave with concrete strategies to foster belonging, including how thoughtful pronoun use can affirm identity and build respectful community.

06/05/2026

We delivered 300 baby bundles to EveryMom Chicago—each one filled with essentials like a onesie, board book, wipes, and diaper ointment to support new moms and their little ones. 💛 Grateful to help make a difference for families in our community!

06/04/2026

Join us for our next Virtual Book Club in which our facilitators will lead us in conversation about The Forgotten Road by Richard Paul Evans on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Register and read a synopsis about our book selections at https://cje.net/cje-virtual-book-club/

06/04/2026

Today is Holocaust Survivor Day, a day not of mourning, but of celebration.

At CJE, this day is deeply personal. We have the privilege of walking alongside survivors every day, supporting lives shaped by unimaginable hardship and defined by resilience, courage, and purpose.

The survivors we serve are more than witnesses to history. They are our clients, residents, neighbors, and teachers. They remind us each day why our work matters and what it truly means to care for another person.

Today, we pause in gratitude for the honor of serving them and celebrate the extraordinary lives they have built.

This artwork was created by Alex Kagan, a CJE resident and a Holocaust survivor. Mr. Kagan combines his artistic talent with his professional background in computer science to create his pieces.

06/04/2026

Love that lasts 💙

We’re thrilled to share Weinberg Community for Senior Living feature in Jewish United Fund of Chicago - JUF 's magazine, Jewish Chicago, highlighting the heartfelt love stories of our residents.

From chance encounters to decades long partnerships, these couples show us that lasting love grows through kindness, compromise, and simply being there for each other.

At Weinberg, these moments of connection and joy are part of everyday life and we’re so proud to celebrate them!

📖 Read the full story: https://www.juf.org/jewish-chicago/love-that-lasts/

Seniors reflect on lasting relationships, sharing timeless lessons about love, partnership, kindness, and commitment across a lifetime.

06/03/2026

Today and every day, we celebrate love, authenticity, and the courage it takes to be exactly who you are. Pride is more than a moment—it’s a reminder of the strength found in community, the progress we’ve made, and the work that still lies ahead.
As we celebrate, we also honor the generations who paved the way—especially LGBTQ+ older adults whose resilience, advocacy, and lived experiences have shaped the freedoms we continue to fight for today. Their stories remind us that Pride is rooted in history, courage, and connection across generations. 💖

06/03/2026

Over the past three months, Holocaust Community Services organized three Mitzvah & Mingle gatherings for Survivors at a residential building in Arlington Heights. Participants worked together to make beautiful flower arrangements, no-sew fleece blankets for Project Linus, and bookmarks for donation to the summer reading program at the Indian Trails Public Library. We love engaging our Survivors in purposeful projects that spread kindness and connection with the broader community.

06/02/2026

💜 June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 💜

Taking care of your brain health is one of the most important things you can do—for yourself and for those who love you. This month, we’re shining a light on the importance of cognitive wellness and community support. At CJE, we’re here to help you stay engaged, informed, and empowered with programs designed to support brain health and memory care at every stage:

Take Charge of Your Cognitive Health
Explore strategies and resources to maintain and strengthen your cognitive well-being.
https://cje.net/take-charge-of-your-cognitive-health/

Get Charged!
A warm, supportive environment where older adults can stay active, engaged, and connected.
https://cje.net/supportiveservices/adultdayservices/

Memory Cafe at CJE Metro
A welcoming, supportive space for individuals experiencing memory changes—and their care partners—to connect, socialize, and feel understood.
https://cje.net/memory-cafe-at-cje-metro/

Dementia Reality
Dementia training for family caregivers and professionals in the field of aging.
https://dementiareality.org/

Friend Center for Memory Care
A caring, supportive, and structured environment where residents can thrive.
https://weinbergcommunity.net/uplifting-memory-care-at-the-friend-center/

06/01/2026

Join us for our monthly welcoming, in-person Memory Café! Memory Cafés are stigma-free social gatherings where people living with cognitive change and their care partners can meet others, enjoy time together, and participate in low-pressure, meaningful activities. Sessions may include art, music, storytelling, pet therapy, and more!

Second Monday of each month
11am–12:30pm
The Chicago Public Library
Lincoln Belmont Branch
1659 W. Melrose St., Chicago

Registration required https://cje.net/memory-cafe-at-cje-metro/
Free. Light snacks provided. Program is designed for older adults living with memory loss and their care partners (family or paid).

05/31/2026

We are excited to share CJE’s newest Annual Report, now available on our website. It brings our story to life and celebrates the meaningful impact we are making together every day.

We are grateful to our dedicated staff, generous donors and funders, our committed volunteers, and all who support this work. It is a privilege to serve such an incredible community of older adults and those who love and care for them. 💛

Explore the report here: https://cje.net/annual-report-2025/