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More than a Mural: The New Mosaic at LBFE
Have you noticed something beautiful at LBFE headquarters on Ashland Ave? Together with our partners at Green Star Movement, our older friends turned small, colorful tiles into something so much bigger — a mosaic filled with stories, laughter, and love. Inspired by...
Celebrate the International Day of Older Persons
October 1 is the International Day of Older Persons. While every day is a day for older adults at LBFE, we also celebrate this day designated by the United Nations to recognize the value and contributions of older people. Here are our top tips for celebrating: 1....
A Day in the Life of LBFE’s Social Worker
Aging alone can be lonely and isolating, but it also makes it harder to navigate complex systems. Making multiple phone calls, filling out forms, tracking what each agency told you, following up again and again...these tasks can be overwhelming to a person of any age,...
Isolation vs. Loneliness: What Do These Mean at LBFE?
At LBFE Chicago, our mission is to relieve isolation and loneliness among older adults. “Isolation” and “loneliness” can mean different things to different people, so we’ve found it helpful to define those terms. Here’s what they mean at LBFE Chicago, and how we...
“We Just Clicked”: A Story of Two Friends
Ten years. That’s how long LBFE volunteer Sylvia has been visiting and hanging out with older adult Mary. “It’s crept up on us,” says Mary. “We’ve really shared a lot of great times with each other, and it’s been delightful.” Sylvia started volunteering for LBFE more...
Marguerite: Older Adult on Summer at Audrey’s House
Summer – and any season – can be isolating for many older adults, but it doesn’t have to be. Just ask Marguerite, an older adult who has lived on Chicago’s South Side for the last 37 years. She’s ready for summer vacation, and knows she’ll find welcoming people at...
Welcome to Our Blog
Older adults come to LBFE every day from all walks of life. And every day, our mission is the same. We connect, engage, and nurture friendships with older adults in order to relieve and alleviate loneliness. It’s a privilege to experience the enduring nature of these...
