Life at The Clare

Living and working at a senior living community doesn’t look at all like it did just over 6 months ago. In the age of COVID-19, residents and employees alike move … Continue reading “COVID-19 Testing at The Clare”

From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts have emphasized the severe risk the virus poses to older adults. Congregated living facilities like retirement communities and other health care centers … Continue reading “Clare Residents Sign Up for Northwestern COVID-19 Prevention Trials Registry”

Employees of The Clare often say the best part of working for the community is the residents. This sentiment has been truer than ever throughout the COVID-19 outbreak, which has … Continue reading “The Clare Residents Thank Employees for COVID-19 Efforts”

In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, The Clare has incorporated countless operational changes throughout the community to promote safety and reduce the spread of the virus. However, no change … Continue reading “From Dine-In to Delivery: A Change in Dining Operations at The Clare”

Maintaining independence and strength becomes increasingly important as we age. That’s why different types of therapy are important for seniors to improve quality of life. At The Clare, therapy services … Continue reading “Different Types of Therapy at The Clare: What They Are and How They Work”

Growing up in India, Clare resident Dr. Sunil Shabde was surrounded by science. His father was a renowned mathematician, known for conducting research on Einstein’s Unified Field Theory in the … Continue reading “Dr. Sunil Shabde: Physics and Electrical Engineering Researcher Shares his Journey to the United States”

Clare resident Ed Wentz doesn’t abide by the rules when it comes to art. Upon retiring, Ed took up watercolor, honing his unique style, his individual technique. He woke up … Continue reading “Clare Resident Ed Wentz: Breaking the Rules in Art”

Security is common in many high-rise Chicago residences. At The Clare, however, security services look quite different, and they’re crucial to the building’s operations. From conducting wellness checks and handling … Continue reading “A Day in the Life of The Clare Security”

Clare resident Andy Poznanski has often been one step ahead. He and his family were one step ahead of significant danger on several occasions during World War II. He was … Continue reading “Andy Poznanski: One Step Ahead”

Over the years, Clare resident Nancy Lee Spilove made her way through a number of careers before retiring at The Clare in Chicago. She spent 10 years managing her ex-husband’s … Continue reading “Nancy Lee Spilove: The Meditation and Precision of Sumi-e Painting”

One night a few years back, as Clare resident Susie Kealy slept, she dreamt about her cat. It was an unusual dream. Susie’s cat has a line along the length … Continue reading “Susie Kealy: When a Dream Becomes Art”

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”

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’”

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”

As Life Enrichment Director at The Clare, Lori Griffin organizes all entertainment, outings, educational programming and special events for the residents at the high-rise retirement community in Chicago’s Gold Coast. … Continue reading “Life Enrichment at The Clare: Keeping Residents Involved and Active”

To get a full sense of Clare resident Steve Molinari’s story, it’s important to understand his roots. A second-generation Italian, Steve was born in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, a small town south … Continue reading “Steve Molinari: First-Generation College Grad, Former Federal Employee Finds Acceptance, Community at The Clare”