#TBT: Little Brothers reopening

#TBT: Little Brothers reopening

LBFE volunteer Kerry on her way to make a contactless Slice of Summer delivery in July. The success of this program over the summer has helped our staff make plans for holiday deliveries. Little Brothers’ summer reopening gave staff time to adapt to new safety...
CEO Update

CEO Update

Coping with a full-on pandemic? Unimaginable. But it hasn’t stopped LBFE from doing what we always do—being there, every day, for our elders. This Special Issue captures just some of LBFE’s life in the pandemic—and how we are staying safe and connected. Our own We...
Slice of Summer: Spreading Joy – Safely

Slice of Summer: Spreading Joy – Safely

Like every Chicagoan, our elders wait all year to savor summer. While this summer is unlike any other, we knew it was still essential for our elders to feel friendship and fun. “Little Brothers did not give up on bringing the spirit of summer–safely–to our elders,”...
Now More Than Ever

Now More Than Ever

By Michael Melinger, LBFE Chair of the Board Throughout this pandemic, Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly has been there for our elders every step of the way. Our mission of alleviating elder isolation and loneliness is now more important than ever. Thanks...
Audrey’s House: Making Memories

Audrey’s House: Making Memories

Located on five acres of wide-open green space in Batavia, IL, Audrey’s House is Little Brothers’ Year-round Program and Vacation Center. Since its grand opening in 2014, more than 1,400 elders have enjoyed a day trip, overnight stay, or three-night, four-day...