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Whether it’s on campus or off, you can count on the area’s leading senior living community to have something exciting to report. When you want to be in the know, this is the place to stay up-to-date on the latest Friendship Village news.
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Using Accessible Public Transportation-Computer Demonstration
February 23, 2012 at 1:00pm
Presenter Craig Yunker will talk about the ease of using accessible public transportation including CTA, Metra and Pace. Craig, who was formerly a state-champion bodybuilder, became quadriplegic after a diving accident. Craig is the president and founder of MoreAbled Inc., an organization devoted...
For the Health of It!
February 23, 2012 at 3:00pm
Denise Schott will present "Healthy Heart, Healthy You," discussing the foods that will keep your heart healthy. Jillian from our fitness center will lead attendees in seated exercvises that strengthen the heart. Don't miss this important event!
This is free and open to the public. For...
Senior Suburban Orchestra
February 24, 2012 at 2:00pm
Enjoy the beautiful music of the award-winning Senior Suburban Orchestra, under the direction of Dan Pasquale D'Andrea.
This event is free and open to the public. For additional information call Donna at x4254.
Irish Heritage Singers
March 02, 2012 at 7:00pm
Join us for the fabulous music of the Irish Heritage Singers sponsored by the Irish American Heritage Center.
This event is free and open to the public.
Savoy Trio
March 09, 2012 at 7:00pm
Save the date for an evening of Broadway favorites’ with Steve and the Savoy Trio.
The event is free and open to the public.
St. Patrick’s Day Party
March 15, 2012 at 7:00pm
Celebrate the luck of the Irish at our St. Patrick’s Day party. Enjoy entertainment with the MidNite Xpres.
Recent News
Favorite Memories
In celebration of our 35th anniversary, Friendship Village residents and associates have been invited to share their favorite memories of their time here. Please enjoy their reminiscence, and check back often as we continue to update this!
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Centenarians at Friendship Village Reflect on Long, Satisfying LIves
Daily Herald
Ask Kathryn Marwitz of Schaumburg what the secret is to her long life, and she hardly misses a beat.
“I have no clue,” she quips. Then, reflecting on it a bit, she adds that hard work and staying busy has kept her young. She turns 102 next week.
“I always tried to do...
Weather the Winter with Friendship Village
Dreading the winter blues? Why deal with the harsh winter weather meteorologists are predicting: the snow, the ice, the cold, along with the annual migration of your “snow bird” friends which results in limiting your social activities. For the duration of the Chicago area’s harshest months of...
Using Accessible Public Transportation
Approximately four dozen Friendship Village residents have attended programs sponsored by the RTA, focusing on the use of accessible public transportation. Presenter Craig Yunker said that the program is designed to help increase awareness about the ease of using Pace, Metra and the CTA. Craig,...
Hiring and Leading Creative Activities Staff
Written by Friendship Village lifestyles director Michael McCann and appearing in LivingAge Magazine
What type of person has the skill set to strategically plan for the future, concentrate on the here and now and make an impact on individuals as well as a community? It may be a CEO, but it...
Enhanced Website and 35th Anniversary—Friendship Village Has A Lot to Celebrate!
Friendship Village Schaumburg is pleased to introduce its completely renovated website, greatly improved in order to enhance visitors’ experiences at http://www.friendshipvillage.org. The site has been launched just in time for our 35th anniversary, so we have a lot to celebrate!!! Check back...
