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Peace Village is a retirement community that houses older adults ages 65 and above in independent living, assisted living, and memory care settings. Peace Village is located in the suburban Cook County township of Palos Park, IL. Peace Village aims to create a society that re-imagines and celebrates aging by carrying out its mission of “embracing the continuing vitality of our residents by fostering a loving and respectful community in which our residents' individuality is honored, wellness is supported, faith is inspired and friendships are made."

THE MISSION OF THE DAUGHTERS OF SARAH NURSING CENTER, INC. IS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE, ASSURE THE SAFETY AND DIGNITY, AND FOSTER THE INDEPENDENCE OF THOSE WE SERVE THROUGH RESIDENTIAL, PERSONAL CARE, HEALTH AND OTHER QUALITY SERVICES, CONSISTENT WITH JEWISH VALUES AND TRADITIONS BY OPERATING A SKILLED NURSING HOME AND A SUB-ACUTE REHABILITATION CENTER FOR ELDERLY INFIRM AND DISABLED ADULTS IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE WITH THE ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING. THE FACILITY IS LICENSED AS SUCH BY THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NEW YORK STATE PUBLIC HEALTH LAW.

ChildServe is a not-for-profit organization that partners with families to help children with special health care needs live a great life. Originally founded in 1928 as a convalescent home for children, today ChildServe provides specialized pediatric health care services to more than 2,000 children in Iowa. Through the support of private insurance, public funds, and the philanthropic efforts of the ChildServe Foundation, ChildServe offers accessible, family-centered care unique to each child’s needs, hopes, and dreams. More information about ChildServe’s mission and opportunities can be found at www.childserve.org.

Metroport Meals On Wheels, Inc. (MMOW) is a grassroots volunteer advocate for the elderly and those in need through home-delivered meals, senior center luncheons, and other support services.  MMOW is "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" to alleviate hunger, isolation, and loneliness in our communities, and to foster the independence, worth, and dignity of each individual we serve.  Supporting independence for the elderly is at the heart of Metroport Meals On Wheels’ mission. For 40 years, MMOW has relieved isolation, supported independence, provided nutrition, enhanced personal safety, and provided nearly 1.75 million meals to seniors.

At LifePath Hospice, we go way beyond those basic hospice requirements to identify and meet the specific needs of each patient and family—from extra homelike touches in our two hospice houses to the hands-on bereavement care we provide to families long after their loved one has died. The mission of LifePath Hospice is to provide quality palliative care and relieve the suffering of those in our communities affected by life-limiting illnesses and end-of-life issues, maintaining the highest ethical standards, so all may live as fully and comfortably as possible.

Founded in 1943, the mission of WJCS, a not-for-profit organization, is to provide care to people of all ages and backgrounds who are confronting significant challenges relating to mental health, trauma, disabilities, youth, and geriatric services. WJCS’ highly trained staff serve more than 20,000 Westchester County residents each year through approximately 88+ programs. Through private funding and support from UJA-Federation of New York, WJCS also meets the diverse needs of the Westchester Jewish community, providing educational and spiritual programming in Jewish day schools, nursery schools, and synagogues.

Homesteads for Hope is a unique Community Farm experience for transitioning young adults with and without disabilities providing opportunities to learn, work, live and grow in the Greater Rochester Region. Our membership, programs, services and inclusive events are hosted on a 55 acre farm located on the banks of the historic Erie Canal creating a venue of dignity, purpose and sustainable agri-tourism. Our Mission at Homesteads for Hope is to promote sustainable lifestyles and futures by creating a collaborative community to serve all individuals without distinction.Our Vision at Homesteads for Hope is to develop an intentional agricultural-style community that offers an inclusive environment to learn, work, live and grow.

Our mission is to provide comfort care at the end of life. We believe that a life fully lived, no matter how long, should include an end-of-life experience of comfort, dignity, and peace. Our goal is to keep each patient as comfortable and independent as possible, while supporting the emotional and spiritual needs of our patients and their loved ones. We were the first non-profit Hospice in the area and one of the first 100 Hospices in the nation. Our founders were a group of dedicated doctors, nurses and community volunteers that began providing care to the dying on their own time. Our organization began in 1979 before there was insurance reimbursement for Hospice care and this dedication to our patients remains our culture to this day. Ionia Area Hospice approached Hospice of Lansing joined forces and a formal partnership was formed in 1984. Should the time come when it is no longer possible for a patient to remain at home, Stoneleigh Residence is a unique, comfortable, peaceful, and home-like alternative. Surrounded by gardens, a cascading pond, trees and wildlife, the Residence is designed to take full advantage of the natural beauty of its wooded 20-acre site. We are a true community-based Hospice, created out of necessity and driven by our mission to serve all by bringing kindness, respect and quality to the end-of-life. Hospice of Lansing, Stoneleigh Residence and Ionia Area Hospice provide pain management and personal care, respite care, emotional and spiritual support for patients, volunteer support and grief support for family members after the loss.

Shepherd's Center of Chesterfield enriches the lives of adults 60 and over by offering opportunities for interfaith community service, lifelong learning and assistance in maintaining a healthy and independent lifestyle. We work closely with our volunteers, donors and community partners to fulfill our mission by providing: Free, accompanied transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies and for grocery shopping, including food pantriesA minor home repair service for home safety and independent living securityA low-cost lifelong learning program to help maintain overall physical and mental health and keep seniors socially connected with the community at largeA variety of opportunities to volunteer within the organization to help them stay active and to live a life that truly matters

The Little Sisters of the Poor offers life long security and care for the elderly in a home-like setting, surrounding them with thoughtful attention, spiritual support and appropriate medical care. The Little Sisters uphold the dignity and value of each life, promote the well-being of every needy elderly person and keep vigil with them when dying. The Sisters embrace poverty and depend on the generosity of others who are willing to share in their mission. The congregation was founded in Brittany, France by St. Jeanne Jugan in 1839. Since their inception, the Little Sisters have given quality care to over 1,000,000 aged poor. Today 2,900 Little Sisters serve in over 200 homes in 31 countries.

Our mission is to support the independence and well-being of seniors. Meals-on-Wheels Greater San Diego is committed to providing healthy meals to homebound seniors so that no senior goes hungry. We strive, as well, to reduce the isolation experienced by so many elderly. Our meals are delivered to seniors' homes by volunteers. Frequently the volunteer may be the only person the senior sees all day, providing human contact and a safety net, particularly for those seniors living alone. We serve San Diego County's diverse and growing senior population by providing healthy, well-balanced meal menus providing our seniors variety as well as choice while they receive the nutrition they need to stay healthy.

Chief Seattle Club's mission statement is to provide a sacred space to nurture, affirm, and renew the spirit of Urban Native Peoples. Founded in 1970, the Club is a day center for homeless/low-income Native Americans in Seattle, Washington. Seven days a week, 364 days a year, 100~ members come to the Club for basic needs such as hot meals, showers, and laundry services. We gain their trust and act as a gateway to a broad range of coordinated social services, including health care; mental health; housing assistance; legal aid; access to benefits; substance abuse intake and referrals; cultural, art, and spiritual activities. We partner with a variety of non-profit and government agencies to leverage coordinated on-site services to our members.