Note: The University of Chicago is offering a free Zoom on the crisis in Ukraine Friday, March 4 at 11:00 am. Sign up here
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Note From Skyline Village Chicago Board |
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Dear Friends,
In February, Skyline Village Chicago, in collaboration with the Center for Life and Learning, hosted a forum on “Redesigning Michigan Avenue”*, featuring Scott Hurst, Lead Designer at Gensler Architects. Scott is part of The Urban Land Institute Chicago-North Michigan Technical Assistance Panel. Urban Land Institute, a multidisciplinary real estate forum, convened industry leaders and policy makers to imagine new land use planning, long-term investment and sustainable development for North Michigan Avenue.
The vision to reimagine this economic driver of Chicago, as well as the main thoroughfare of our neighborhood, featured imaginative ideas to generate commercial and tourist excitement. But it also gave a strong nod to humanizing the mile from the river to the lake – wider sidewalks, places to sit, modifying traffic patterns to accommodate pedestrians of all abilities, bikers, and motorized vehicles. It envisioned places for people to sit and take in the hustle and bustle, and each other. But what Scott presented was only a vision. As the plan evolves to improve the commercial viability of our beloved Mag Mile, we need to advocate for the elements that will make our Michigan Avenue neighborhood friendly – accessible and safe for pedestrians to stroll, and congregate in a beautiful and fascinating setting.
Contact Ian Tobin at the Magnificent Mile Association for updates on Michigan Avenue and advocate for a more pedestrian friendly, greener, wider and safer sidewalk space. Ian Tobin, Director of Planning and Placemaking: itobin@themagnificentmile.com.
View the program video on *“Redesigning North Michigan Avenue “ HERE.
Skyline Village Board of Directors
Phyllis Mitzen, President; D. Clancy, Sandy Herman, Evelyn Shaevel, Regan Burke
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Thank you for supporting Skyline Village Chicago
Please consider making a donation to help us keep our virtual doors open.
Annual Dues $75 per individual, $100 per couple
Mail check: Skyline Village Chicago, PO Box 11606, Chicago, IL 60611
Our 501C3 status affords members tax deductions to the extent allowed by law.
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Skyline Village Chicago is using Zoom to connect with members and friends. |
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Fire! Safety Tips, Behavior (How to Get Out!), Common Causes |
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
12:00-1:00 pm CT
Zoom is Free!
The 18th District Chicago Community Policing Office and the Chicago Fire Department present a Fire Safety Presentation for High Rises
Do you know the most common cause of fires in high rises? In the midst of a frigid 2022 winter, the Chicago Fire Department issued a plea for the thousands of city residents who live in high-rise buildings to take caution if there is a fire. It’s important to develop a fire escape plan so you are as prepared as possible.
"They're vertical towns," says Chicago Fire Department District Chief Walter Schroeder. U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated average of 14,500 reported fires in high-rise buildings per year.
Join us to learn about fire safety in high rises, including: fire behavior, building evacuation, common causes and kitchen safety. Don’t let this be your headline: “Woman dies in Lake Shore Drive high-rise fire” (Chicago Tribune January 09, 2012).
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Dr. Ison: COVID Update
What's the Spring Outlook?
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022, 5:00 PM
Join our continuing series that follows the latest science related to COVID-19 and how it impacts our lives. Topics to be covered:
- What's the best ongoing prevention against COVID-19?
- Is there a new variant headed our way?
- When and where do we wear masks?
- What restrictions are being lifted?
- What's next in terms of antibody treatment and more?
Ask Dr. Ison?
Indicate "Dr. Ison" in the subject line and submit questions in advance of the presentation to:info@skylinevillagechicago.org.
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The Geriatric Emergency Room During and After the Covid Pandemic
Dr. Scott Dresden, Director, Geriatric Emergency Department Innovations (GEDI), Northwestern Hospital
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
12:00 - 1:00 pm CT
Free!
Has the Covid pandemic changed the way the aging population is treated in the ER? Dr. Dresden explains what to expect --today and in the future -- when older adults find themselves in the ER, how caregivers and family members can help, and how to ask for help in negotiating and understanding wait times, tests, treatment, discharge instructions and admittance.
Northwestern Hospital is part of the nationwide Geriatric Emergency Department Initiative (GEDI), a program designed to better serve older patients in the emergency department. In the past few years ERs have seen an increase from 65 to 85 in the average age of older patients. The traditional emergency department does a good job of fixing you after you have a medical incident like falling or breathing problems. The geriatric emergency department helps you figure out how not to fall again and treatment plans for your breathing.
Note: Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. It aims to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults. There’s no right age to start seeing a geriatric specialist. A geriatrician can be helpful if 1) you suffer from multiple medical conditions, 2) find that treatment for one medical condition negatively affects a second condition, 3) are experiencing functional decline or physical frailty, 4) have a disease associated with aging, such as dementia, incontinence or osteoporosis, and 5) manage multiple medications (especially if they’re causing side effects that interfere with your well-being).
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Self Defense Workshop on Zoom |
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
3:30-5:00 pm
Participation limited to Skyline Village Chicago Members
Click here to join Skyline Village Chicago (embed website/club express link), then register for Self Defense Workshop below:
Members Register HERE for Self Defense Workshop
The Thousand Waves Self Defense workshop grounds participants in Empowerment Self-Defense, utilizing the Five Fingers approach - Think, Yell, Run, Fight, Tell.
Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center fosters fitness, healing, empowerment and peacemaking by promoting healthy minds and bodies through violence prevention, self-defense and traditional martial arts programs for adults and children of all ages. For more information, contact Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP 1220 W. Belmont, Chicago, IL 60657
773-472-7663
Hurry! Participation is limited. Become a Skyline Village Chicago member today and register for the Thousand Waves Self Defense Workshop.
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Women’s Salon Zoom
Second Tuesday of Every Month, 3:30-5:00 PM
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SVC members gather in conversation
monthly to increase their awareness
of cultural and societal notions on aging. If you’re interested in joining us and are not already on the Zoom list, contact info@SkylineVillageChicago.org and write SALON on the subject line.
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Weekly Zoom Chat
Join us on Fridays at 3:30-4:30 pm, Check in for a backyard over-the-fence chat on how you’re getting along during the Pandemic and what strategies you’re using to stay sane and healthy. If you’re not already on the Zoom list, contact info@SkylineVillageChicago.org and write Friday Chat on the Subject Line
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Northwestern’s Dr. Michaël Ison (our own Dr. Fauci)
Covid Tests, Treatment, Vaccines, Antibodies.
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The Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, a federally mandated program in the Illinois Department on Aging, can advocate for you when you need help. Ombudsmen work to resolve problems of individual residents and to bring about changes at the local, state and national levels to improve care. Contact the Ombudsman at 1-800-252-8966 Watch Video HERE
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Creating Clarity Amid the Chaos
Adam & Jennifer Busch, Amada Senior Health
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How do recent governmental changes affect healthcare options for the aging community? What are traditional care options and recent changes to these options: Medicare Reimbursed: Hospitals, SNF, Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative. Family Reimbursed: Home Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care? What are some tools for those who need help understanding their options. Watch video HERE
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Redesigning North Michigan Avenue
The More Magnificent Mile
Scott Hurst, Design Director, Gensler Architects
What will Michigan Avenue look like in the future?
Scott Hurst is part of the The Urban Land Institute Chicago-North Michigan Technical Assistance Panel. Urban Land Institute, a multidisciplinary real estate forum, convened industry leaders and policy makers to imagine new land use planning, long-term investment and sustainable development for North Michigan Avenue. Watch Video HERE
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Many of our friends are conducting online classes and events. Click into their newsletters and websites for information.
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Forward Chicago Website
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Beth Finke MasterTeachers™: Website
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Center for Life and Learning 4th Presbyterian Church: Website
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Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease: website
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Rush Generations Center for Excellence in Aging: Website
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Streeterville Organization for Active Residents: Website
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AARP Chicago Newsletter
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Sounds Good/Good Memories |
Not too late to join! No audition. Check out their website or contact
Jonathan Miller at (630) 441-5157.
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Hi everyone. Our fellow Skyliners have been keeping busy – from Chicago to snowbird country to the other side of the world. As we welcome spring, please be thinking of words and pictures you would like to share with us in the next newsletter! Send them to judy.karlov@gmail.com.
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Neighborhood Flowers
By Sydney Feuchtwanger
I took an excursion around my neighborhood, Streeterville, and here’s what I saw.
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Gatorland
By Anna Rappaport
Recently I visited Gatorland, in Orlando, Florida. There are a lot of birds there—cormorants, white ibis, flamingos, and egrets. There’s a breeding marsh, and many egrets and cormorants nest in trees there in the spring. It’s great to see the birds’ breeding plumage, nests, trees, and vines with red berries, yellow flowers, and small white buds.
There are some beautiful sunrises over the lake in our community.
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Singapore
By Judi Chapnick
After flying through numerous hoops, my husband, Barry, and I left for a 2+ month winter escape in Singapore to be with our son and daughter-in-law. Location: just above the equator. The weather here is hot, humid, and rainy. We overlook the harbor and the supply chain.
80% of Singapore’s 5.5 million people live in public housing, which is run by the government, but similar to apartments and condos.
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Left: Chinese New Year
Right: Shophouses, restored, on the Singapore River
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Left: Merlion, part mermaid and part lion, is the symbol of Singapore (which is a city, a state, and a country.)
Right: The Marina Bay Sands Hotel, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for developer Sheldon Adelson, includes a very upscale shopping center and a convention center.
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Governor Pritzker predicts Illinois will have a million electric vehicles registered by 2030. In order to meet that goal, the following incentives have been passed by the legislature. Pay attention if you’re planning to purchase a vehicle this year. And if you live in a high rise, forward the brochures to your building managers and condo boards.
- Charging Station Rebate Program
Beginning July 1, 2022, the IEPA shall award rebates or grants that fund up to 80% of the cost of the installation of charging stations
- Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
Beginning July 1, 2022, the IEPA shall rebate up to $4,000 for the purchase of an electric vehicle
Guidelines for Multi-Unit Dwellings
For building managers
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All the Sex I've Ever Had |
Six everyday Chicagoans over the age of 65 from all walks of life
Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, near the L, bus routes, Divvy bikes, and paid parking.
March 24, 25, 26,29, 30, 31
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Six everyday Chicagoans over the age of 65 from all walks of life, All the Sex I’ve Ever Had offers the experiences of a generation to the audience. Featuring all the memories they care to share about their romantic and sexual lives.
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“I got $250!”
Since 2015, the Treasurer’s Office has
returned over $1 Billion in assets
(cash and value of returned shares).
Click below to see if there is any unclaimed property owed to you
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Crime and Safety - CPD Older Adult Liaison Officer |
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Interested in what the Chicago Police Department is doing in the neighborhood? Have suggestions, comments for CPD? Go to a CAPS/Beat meeting.
CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) meetings offer residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police monitor crime issues.
CAPS divides into neighborhood patrol beats. Join either neighborhood Beat meeting: Beat 1833 (5pm) or Beat 1834 (6pm): Mar 24. Go to zoom.com and use Meeting ID 828-9800-5076. For more information, email CAPS018District@chicagopolice.org
For crime and safety issues in Skyline Village Chicago Neighborhoods, contact the CPD Older Adult Liaison Officer: Stephanie Ramirez, Community Relations Office, 18th District, Near North Station: Stephanie.Ramirez@chicagopolice.org, (Office) 312-742-5778
Important Contacts
Chicago Department of Family & Support Services 312-744-4016
IL Department of Aging 800-252-8966
IL AARP : 773-714-9800
Senior Fraud Help Line: 800-243-5377
Domestic Violence Helpline: 877-863-6338
Equifax Fraud Victim: 800-685-1111
TransUnion Fraud: 800-916-8800
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You can now apply and renew online!
Renewing Reduced Fare Permits. All reduced fare permit cardholders with an expired permit or a permit with an upcoming expiration date on the front of the card will need to re-apply. Reduced Fare Permits do not auto-renew. Apply at Fares.RTAChicago.org..
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NEW
Arthur Friedson
Carl W Nelson
Abigail Nichols
RENEWING
Dea Brennan
Regan Burke
Bill Clancy
D. Clancy
Roberta Cohen
Beth Conaghan
Sydney Feuchtwanger
Sharon Gonsky
Ruth Hoberman
Judy Karlov
Tanya Klasser
Terry Koch
Michael Mitzen
Phyllis Mitzen
Brenda Mizel
Maureen Mooney
Michael Nathanson
Peter Plumley
Anna Rappaport
Dan Roberts
Daniele Roberts
Gay Roberts
Joanne Ruxin
Kathy Sauer
Buffy Sergent
Evelyn Shaevel
Caryl Steinberg
Richard Sylvia
Pam Woodward
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Annual Dues:
$75 Individual, $100 Couple
Send a check to:
Skyline Village Chicago
P.O. Box 11606
Chicago, IL 60611
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The Skyline Village Chicago community of older adults engages
in cultural, educational and social programs. We are active, informed
and connected advocates within our unique, vibrant high-rise neighborhoods.
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