LINKAGES Program

LINKAGES can help older adults and their family members with disabilities.

LINKAGES is a unique program that assists seniors who have adult children with disabilities to address the issues, needs and concerns of their family. Professional staff can help families to explore resource options and offer their expertise on service coordination, advocacy, future planning and government benefits. Linkages can also provide referrals to aging and disability services for the older adult as well as the person with the disability.

Program Services

Information and Referral
Parent Support Group
Ongoing Community Education Programs
Family Social Events

Professional Partners

CJE SeniorLife works collaboratively with affiliated agencies of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago including:

Jewish Child and Family Services
Jewish Vocational Services
Keshet
The ARK of Chicago

Linkages staff also work closely with other organizations such as The Center for Independent Futures and the Department on Disability and Human Development at University of Illinois in Chicago.

For more information please call 773.508.1000 or complete "Contact Us" form and ask for LINKAGES.

*LINKAGES is a program created and supported by the Jewish Federation of Chicago and most program services are provided free of charge.

Date	Event	Location	Contact
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving
Monday, March 16, 2020 11:00am - 12:00pm	Understanding Powers of Attorney and Living WillsUnderstanding Powers of Attorney and Living Wills Educational Programs for Seniors , Linkages Presented by The Center for Disability & Elder Law This program will explain the importance of Powers of Attorney for Health and Property and Living Will Declarations. Next month there will be an opportunity to consult with an attorney and prepare these documents. Click thumbnail to download flyer	Linkages 3003 W. Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez linkages@cje.net 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/linkages
Tuesday, March 17, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving
Thursday, April 2, 2020 10:30am - 10:00pm	Meet with an Attorney to Prepare Your Power of Attorney and Living Will Educational Programs for Seniors , Linkages Presented by The Center for Disability & Elder Law Sign up for a private, half-hour consultation to prepare your Powers of Attorney for Property and Healthcare and Illinois Living Will Declarations. Registration required, walk-ins are not accepted. A limited number of appointments are available. Bring a state I.D. and the name and address of your agent (the person you designate to act on your behalf). Click thumbnail to download flyer	Linkages 3003 W. Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez linkages@cje.net 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/linkages
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving
Tuesday, April 21, 2020 11:00am - 12:15pm	Making Connections: Seniors with Adult Children with Disabilities Linkages , Support Groups Led by Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. Connect, share experiences and learn about benefits and community resources. Registration required: 773.508.1106.	Bernard Horwich Building 3003 West Touhy Chicago, IL 60645 United States Map It	Mariana Sanchez, L.C.S.W. 773.508.1106 https://www.cje.net/supportive-resources/caregiving

LINKAGES is a program that assists seniors who have adult children with disabilities to address the issues, needs and concerns of their family

LINKAGES Program

LINKAGES can help older adults and their family members with disabilities.

For more information please call 773.508.1000 or complete "Contact Us" form and ask for LINKAGES.

*LINKAGES is a program created and supported by the Jewish Federation of Chicago and most program services are provided free of charge.

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