What's Happening This Month?
Subject To Change
December in the 20th Ward: Peace, Preparation, and Community Care
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December is a month of generosity and togetherness, and our office is excited to continue traditions that brighten the season for families across the Ward. This year, we’re participating in Christmas in the Ward, where we will gift more than ten families with holiday presents and support to help make the season a little lighter. We’re also hosting our 2nd Annual Coat Drive with the help of dedicated sponsors and partners, making sure children, seniors, and families have the winter essentials they need.
As we prepare for these events, volunteers may be needed to help with organizing gifts, sorting donations, and supporting day-of activities. Community members who wish to contribute their time, energy, or resources are welcome to stay connected.​
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Throughout the month, we’ll share updates on ongoing projects, highlight programs that support families, and uplift community-driven efforts designed to bring comfort and connection. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for event details, volunteer opportunities, and real-time updates as we close out the year with care and compassion.
Browse, view, and download the latest community flyers, events, and resources — updated regularly with local programs and opportunities.
Have a Community Event or Flyer to Share?
Send your event details and flyers to:
Mikiya Coley
Director of Communication and Policy
mikiya.coley@cityofchicago.org
To be considered for our newsletter, website, or social media, please submit all materials at least 10 business days before your event.
(Event promotion is based on timing and capacity.)
Senior Resources
The 20th Ward is committed to ensuring our senior residents feel supported, valued, and connected. Whether you’re seeking resources, activities, or opportunities to engage with the community, we’re here to help.
Health & Wellness
The City of Chicago offers a variety of health and wellness resources to support seniors in staying active and healthy. These include free or low-cost health screenings, fitness classes, mental health support, nutrition and meal programs, and assistance with managing chronic conditions.
Meal Services
The City of Chicago’s Home Delivered Meal (HDM) Program provides nutritious meals to eligible Chicago residents, 60 years of age and older, who are frail and/ or homebound because of illness, incapacitating disability, or are otherwise isolated. An in-home assessment is conducted by a case manager to determine eligibility for this program.
Transportation Assistance
Transportation is the critical link that assures access to vital services such as health care, social and nutritional services, family and friends, stores and jobs. The availability of transportation allows older adults to live independently in their communities and helps prevent isolation and premature nursing home placement.
Financial Support & Legal Aid
Professional attorneys are available to assist caregivers with various legal issues such as; Power of Attorney, Living Wills, Guardianship and other legal issues that caregivers are often faced with when assisting their older loved ones. Legal services are coordinated and provided by Legal Aid Chicago (LAC).
General Resources
Helpful programs, benefits, and information from across the City of Chicago — all in one place.