Jewish Values
for Positive Aging
CJE SeniorLife Helps Older Adults and Their Families Live Well
Welcome to CJE SeniorLife
How Can We Help?
At CJE SeniorLife (CJE), we are passionate about serving older adults and those who love and care for them. For more than 50 years, we have offered a variety of services to meet the diverse needs and preferences of our clients, whether they live in our CJE communities or in their own homes. We empower older adults and their families to enjoy life to the fullest, with dignity and independence.
Our mission, vision and values guide our work every day. We listen to our clients and their families, and tailor our services to their unique situations, while adopting a holistic approach of collaborative and comprehensive care. Through our Hub for Care Coordination, our expert and compassionate staff applies an individualized approach with access to a full range of programs and services.
To learn more about how we can help you or your loved ones, please call 773.508.1000. We look forward to hearing from you.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
Caring Community
At CJE SeniorLife, we help older adults by carefully assessing their needs and expertly pairing them with CJE services and programs or our trusted network of professional partners. We have brought more innovative community-based services into the Chicago area than other providers of senior care, serving nearly 25,000 adults and their families each year.
WAYS TO HELP
Make a difference at CJE SeniorLife by giving your time, resources, or financial support
Donate
Make a Gift
CJE SeniorLife helps older adults live better EVERY DAY by providing enriching programs and vital services. We’ve been a leader in senior care for more than 50 years and we have no plans of stopping so we need your support.
VOLUNTEER
Get Involved
Hundreds of valued volunteers share their time and talents each year with our CJE SeniorLife community. Volunteer opportunities range from assembling and delivering meals to leading music programs or visiting residents and clients. Our goal is to make volunteering the best experience possible for everyone—especially you!
Thank You for Participating in Our Day for a Great Cause!
Save the Date
2026 CELEBRATE CJE
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 • Evening
Featuring Entertainer Hershey Felder
Contact Us
Welcome to CJE SeniorLife.
At CJE SeniorLife, we’re committed to providing compassionate care, a full-range of essential services, and high-quality programs for seniors and their families. Our constant goal is to enhance quality of life and facilitate independence of older adults while offering caregiver information and support options.
Please call 773.508.1000 or submit the contact form to the right and someone from CJE will be in touch shortly.
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FACEBOOK POSTS
Curious about how staying socially connected impacts your brain and why it matters as you age? Get CHARGED is a dynamic, hands-on class designed to help you better understand the powerful role of social engagement in cognitive health.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • 11am–Noon
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave, Evanston
Registration required. Space is limited: cje.net/get-charged/
What You’ll Learn
- How social connection supports memory, mood, and overall brain function
- The role of social engagement in resilience and healthy aging
- Everyday strategies and practical tools to help you stay connected, engaged, and supported
Who Should Attend
This class is ideal for anyone who:
- Is interested in supporting both emotional and cognitive well-being
- Wants to be proactive about brain health
- Enjoys learning through interaction and discussion
#brainhealth #cognitiveexercises #braingames
Nearly 200 Holocaust survivors came together at Anshe Emet Synagogue on July 28 for our annual Summer Café Europa, where they enjoyed an unforgettable performance by the Israeli Scouts, Caravan Eitan. Filled with music, dancing, and Israeli spirit, the afternoon brought joy, connection, and celebration to everyone in attendance.
One of Café Europa’s most cherished traditions, the Scouts’ annual visit creates a meaningful bridge between Holocaust survivors, the next generation, and Israel. Watching survivors sing along, clap, dance, and engage with the Scouts was a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving memory while celebrating life.
A heartfelt thank you to Anshe Emet Synagogue for hosting this special event, and to our volunteers, staff, transportation partners, EMTs, and everyone who helped make the day possible. We look forward to welcoming the Israeli Scouts back next summer for another memorable Café Europa.
#HolocaustCommunityServices #CJESeniorLife @Anshe Emet Synagogue
Join us for our monthly welcoming, in-person Memory Café! Memory Cafés are stigma-free social gatherings where people living with cognitive change and their care partners can meet others, enjoy time together, and participate in low-pressure, meaningful activities. Sessions may include art, music, storytelling, pet therapy, and more!
Second Monday of each month
11am–12:30pm
The Chicago Public Library
Lincoln Belmont Branch
1659 W. Melrose St., Chicago
Registration required cje.net/memory-cafe-at-cje-metro/
Free. Light snacks provided. Program is designed for older adults living with memory loss and their care partners (family or paid).
#Memorycafe #cjemetro #jewishvaluesforpositiveaging
