Senior Counseling & Support Services

Depression is a real and serious mental health condition, not a normal part of growing older. You should be concerned if you or your loved one begins experiencing feelings of sadness or irritability that last for more than a week at a time.

Seniors and Aging Adults

 

As people age, life changes like serious illness or the loss of loved ones can impact mental health. While grief is natural, persistent feelings of social isolation or loneliness can lead to clinical depression and anxiety. Depression is not a normal part of aging; it is a treatable medical condition. Recognizing the signs is the first step toward improving quality of life.

 

Organization

 

Service Focus

 

Contact

 

North Shore Senior Center
nssc.org
Counseling, Memory Care, Life-Planning, Caregiver Support, and Adult Protection Services.

 

847-864-3721
CJE Senior Life
cje.net
Residential Living, Counseling, Food Innovation, Legal Assistance, and Adult Day Services.

 

773-508-1000
Advocate Lutheran General
Older Adult Services
Adult Day Services, “Expressions” Early Alzheimer’s Group, Home-delivered meals, and Senior Advocate Counseling.

 

847-723-7770
Center of Concern (COC)
centerofconcern.org
Supportive services for seniors and caregivers. Counseling for mental health, housing, Medicare, and financial concerns.

 

847-268-4213
GEN / Frisbie Senior Center
frisbieseniorcenter.org
Veteran services, congregate meals, and benefits assistance for the Des Plaines community.

 

847-768-5944

Park Ridge Good Neighbor Program: If you are concerned about a neighbor who is isolated, hoarding, or needs professional support, contact the Environmental Health Officer for Park Ridge at 847-318-5319.

Upcoming | Events, Classes & Support Groups

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NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

It gives family members of those who have a loved one with a mental health…

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Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

This group provides a space for participants to find healthy ways of remembering and honoring…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 16, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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