Life at The Clare

Clare cook Brian Beech, a Lead Cook, has worked in multiple delis and restaurants over the years. His time in Chicago dining services at the community, however, has been the … Continue reading “A Day in the Life of a Clare Cook Brian Beech”

Decluttering can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, especially when downsizing for a move to senior living like The Clare. Chances are, you’ve collected countless pieces of furniture, knick-knacks, documents … Continue reading “What Is Your Plan? Decluttering and Downsizing for a Move to Senior Living”

What do building maintenance services look like at The Clare? From keeping the facility running smoothly, handling operative emergencies, assisting residents with in-home requests, and setting up for various events, … Continue reading “A Day in the Life of Maintenance at The Clare”

What do housekeeping services look like at The Clare? Bernardo Brito’s passion shines through as he explains his tasks as an environmental service technician and shares his love for The … Continue reading “A Day in the Life of a Clare Housekeeper”

What is concierge service at The Clare? Michael Kwyer shares an inside look at his daily activities and interactions and his favorite part about working in the community. At 2pm … Continue reading “A Day in the Life of The Clare Concierge”

Clare residents always seek ways to give back to and connect with the city. WITS Chicago allows them to do just that. WITS, or Working In The Schools, aims to … Continue reading “Clare Residents Give Back Through WITS Chicago”

Clare Poet Carol Feiser Laque Clare resident and poet Carol Feiser Laque’s grandmothers opened up the world to her: the world of domesticity and the world of the arts. “At … Continue reading “Clare Poet Carol Feiser Laque Draws Inspiration from ‘The Silent Music of the Mind’”

How will memory care change by the year 2025? The future of dementia care is an increasingly important topic, especially as the incidence of memory impairment rises exponentially. Here are … Continue reading “Memory Mondays: The Future of Dementia Care”

Ten Year Anniversary.  Early December marks 10 years since The Clare first opened its doors and welcomed its first residents, many of whom still live here today. This year is … Continue reading “The Clare Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary”