The History of CJE SeniorLife

A loyal board member presents this exhaustive history of CJE SeniorLife, with accounts from before it was established and its roots and relationships with Drexel Home, BMZ, and Parkview Home. This finely detailed look at one of Chicago’s foremost non-profits includes pictures, letters, and other important papers documenting its dramatic origins. 

 

From 1971 up to the present, it gives you a historical listing of all programs, board members, staff and more, for a comprehensive account of CJE SeniorLife.

 

We are grateful to CJE Board members Leonard Worsek, Alan Greene, and Sondra Fineberg Kraff for their valuable research and insight into CJE SeniorLife’s fascinating history. Much of the information for this feature comes from the comprehensive “The History of CJE SeniorLife” book. A special edition in commemoration of CJE’s 50th anniversary is available on Amazon.com for purchase!