Active Aging at The Salvation Army Kroc Center

KROC SENIOR LAW CLINIC – CDEL 

The Kroc Senior Law Clinic takes place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm.
Seniors 62+ yrs. and people with disabilities are provided with legal services such as: “Housing, Financial matters, Estate planning, Power of Attorney, Living Will, and Financial Abuse, etc.
Legal services are by Appointment Only.  For more details contact Darlene Humphrey, 773-995-0151 Ext. 3301.
 

CLUB 62 BOOK CLUB  

More than a book club, CLUB 62 provides a great opportunity for seniors to socialize and expand their horizons. Club 62 Book Club meets in collaboration with the Chicago Public Library on the 4th Monday of each month at 11:00am.   Meetings take place at the Kroc Center but will also provide for member participation via Zoom as well.  Book Club members discuss the book of the month selected by club members and reserved for reading by the Chicago Public Library. 

For more details contact: Fallon White or Darlene Humphrey, 773-995-0151 Ext. 3301. 

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUAL) 

When you know better, you do better. Diabetes workshops provide education and knowledge to help manage and control diabetes to improve your quality of life.  The Kroc Diabetes Support Group meets virtually on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, from 11am – 12 noon via Zoom.  Diabetes Support Group is open to anyone who is interested in managing their diabetes. For more details contact Nona Mann or Darlene Humphrey, 773-995-0151 Ext. 3301  

CANCERVIVE 

The cancer support group meets the 1st Monday of each month at 10:00am to provide support, gain information and knowledge on different types of cancer, programs, and resources available.  Special guest speakers are often invited to present and share information at monthly support group meetings. Open to anyone who is interested in obtaining helpful information.  Celebration Room #1 

RETIRED NURSES & HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS CLUB 

Retired nurses and healthcare professionals meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12:30pm to share and discuss information on healthcare programs and services available to the community at large.  Guest speakers are invited to share information on new trends in the healthcare industry and health services. Celebration Room #1 

SCRAPBOOKING CLUB 

The Scrapbooking Club meets every Thursday from 1 – 4pm in the Kroc Senior Lounge.  We encourage you to visit the Scrapbooking Club and find out how to create beautiful scrapbooks to display your favorite family photos and other cherished memoirs.  Senior Lounge 

 SENIOR MONTHLY MEETINGS 

Catch up on current news, activities and events! Meetings take place on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 11am.  New members are encouraged to attend to get information on upcoming Kroc Senior Center events and activities.  Celebration Room #1 

KROC CENTER CHICAGO VETERANS 

Thank you for your service! Veterans come and get involved by joining the Kroc Chicago Veteran’s Group.  Meetings take place every 4th Friday of each month at 10:00am.  Bring a Vet and come get valuable information on resources, program services and benefits available to all veterans.  Celebration Room #2 

SENIOR GUITAR CLUB 

The Senior Guitar Club meetings on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. If you want to come out for a music session, share some ideas and techniques, please bring your guitar and join us. Band Room 

KROC SENIOR CHESS CLUB 

Kroc Senior Chess Club meetings take place on Thursdays, from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm in the Senior Lounge.  If you want to learn how to play chess, we encourage you to attend a Chess Club meeting.  Come join us and have some fun as you learn the Game of Chess!  Senior Lounge 
 

KROC SENIOR QUILTING CLUB
The Kroc Senior Quilting Club meets every Tuesday from 11:00 am –1:00 pm in Room136. 
If you are interested in learning, sharing ideas and tips for your quilting project, please join us at the Quilting Club meetings.  For more information, please contact Loretta Blair, Quilting Club Coordinator, or Darlene Humphrey at 773-995-0151 Ext. 3301. Room 136 

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
The Photography Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm-8:30pm to share and discuss information on photography topics and techniques.   Guest speakers are invited to share information on new trends in the industry. Open to anyone who is interested in learning more about photography.   Celebration Room #2 

CREATIVITY CIRCLES & DISCOVERY WORKSHOPS 

“Discovery” Workshops – Educational 

Provide older adults with valuable “educational” information focusing on health and wellness, housing, transportation, utility assistance, and other senior related topics.  Check the monthly “Seniors Calendar of Events and Activities” for the dates and times of scheduled workshops.   Contact Darlene Humphrey,773-995-0151 ext. 3301. 

Creativity Circles  

Our goal is to provide you with current, relevant, educational, and social materials to help keep you actively and socially engaged while improving your emotional health and well-being. For more information.  Contact Darlene Humphrey, 773-995-0151 ext. 3301.  

“WALK WITH A DOC” – STROKE PREVENTION MEETINGS 

“Walk with a Doc” – Stroke Prevention meetings take place on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.  Meetings are open to all members who are interested in learning the signs and symptoms of stroke, want to learn more about staying healthy, active and knowledgeable about stroke while “walking and dancing” with a doctor.  

“MEMORY CAFE” – FOR CAREGIVERS AND PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA 

Memory Cafe meetings take place on the 3rd Friday of each month from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.  A safe space for persons with mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s or related Dementias and their caregiver partners to come, socialize, participate in fun activities, enjoy music therapy movement, get resource information and so much more!