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2 Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 CHARITY OF CHOICE
3 CHARITY OF CHOICE Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 FREE PROGRAMS  Care Coordination  Adult Protective Services  Money Management  Information and Assistance  Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)  Choices for Care  Cognitive Behavioral Support Program GROUPS  Chronic Illness Support Group  General Caregivers Support Group  Dementia Caregivers Support Group Our Mission is to keep older and vulnerable adults in DeKalb County safe, secure, and supported. ADDITIONAL SERVICES 1701 E. Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-6550 Visit us at: https://www.ecsdekalb.org/  Walk-in Medicare Mondays from 10am-3pm  Walk-in Wednesdays 10am-3pm  Notary Services  Long-term Care Planning Education  Public Computers available on Tuesdays from 1pm-4pm  Monthly E-Newsletter CLASSES  Tech Savvy Seniors phone classes  Tech Savvy Seniors computer class  Stress Busting for Dementia Caregivers-9 week class  Savvy Caregiver (dementia caregivers)-6 week class
4 Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 CHARITY OF CHOICE casa@casadekalb.org 815-895-2052 casadekalb.org We are looking for people who have a passion for helping children to become CASA Advocates! Volunteers Needed! Visit CASA's website to learn more and apply to be a CASA Advocate! VOLUNTEER RESPONIBILITIES: Monthly visits with children Gather information Write court reports Attend court hearings CASA'S MISSION: BE THE VOICE FOR CHILDREN! To advocate for and serve as the voice for children in DeKalb County who have experienced abuse or neglect.

“We love everything about Little Lambs! From the day to day activities to the big events to include parents. I am so happy that my child feels safe and loved!”

“The unfailing kindness and generosity shown by the entire Little Lamb community is priceless.”

“We have seen so much growth this year. We can’t thank you enough!”

“I loved that they let her learn at her own pace and that faith was included.”

Classes for children ages 3—5 years. Various morning half-day options available. Traditional play-based curriculum. Maximum 10 children per classroom 5:1 student/teacher ratio. Class options 2—5 morning per week.

• Social/Emotional Growth

• Field Trips

• Music Class

• Special Guest Presentations

• Classroom Parties

• Family Involvement

• Classmate Continuity

5 CHARITY OF CHOICE Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 www.LittleLambsDeKalb.org of Immanuel Lutheran Church 511 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 Little Lambs Preschool is licensed by the State of Illinois. Little Lambs Preschool is open to all children of all religious backgrounds.
Established in the community in 1996. 815-756-6669
COME,
EXPLORE &
WITH US!
PLAY,
GROW
• Physical Development
• Academics
• Cognitive Learning
• Spiritual Growth
Call for more information, or to schedule a tour. NOW REGISTERING for the 2023 - 2024 School Year Classes begin September 5. “An excellent play-based education in a loving environment for children and their families that prepares your child for the school years ahead, academically, socially and spiritually.”
6 Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 CHARITY OF CHOICE

SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The mission of the DeKalb Park District is to connect the community, enhance the quality of life, and improve the environment. The DeKalb Park District is committed to providing recreational opportunities to all DeKalb residents regardless of economic circumstances. Consequently, a limited Scholarship Assistance Program fund is available to those who qualify!

7 CHARITY OF CHOICE Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023
APPLY TODAY! Hopkins Pool Passes Summer Camps Youth Athletics & More! dekalbparkdistrict.com /scholarship-program (815) 758-6663
Qualifying DeKalb
Discounted Programs for
Residents

YOU’LL FIND THAT HERE IN DEKALB COUNTY, IL

8 Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 CHARITY OF CHOICE OPPORTUNITYUNBOUND.COM
our social media channels to stay up to date on the Opportunity Unbound initiative! ADVENTURE CULTURE
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Sycamore Parks Foundation Mission

To make connections between resources and the essential needs of a vibrant park system. We

do this by...

Helping the Park District become stronger stewards of our parks, natural areas, and open land by promoting generous giving and resource sharing within the community.

Raising funds through private and corporate contributions, pursuing grants, and seeking in-kind donations to enhance the Park District.

Facilitating communication and collaboration to create efficiencies among the many individuals, organizations, and businesses whose goals, projects, and activities work towards enhancing life in Sycamore through the betterment of recreational opportunities.

Inspiring all members of the community to be users, advocates, and supporters of the Park District through information sharing, education, and raising awareness about the District’s, past present and future.

Sycamore Parks Foundation was created in 2021 to secure philanthropic support for the rapidly growing Sycamore Park District with a focus on promoting social equity, health and wellness, and conservation.

Sycamore Park District Mission

Connecting Sycamore to wellness, nature, and each other.

Vision

To enhance the Sycamore community through wellness, recreation and greenspace, the Board and Staff take a responsive and inclusive approach to service, community relationships, and sustaining the Sycamore Park District legacy.

9 CHARITY OF CHOICE Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023
sycparksfoundation.org sycparks.org Community Center • Pathway Fitness • Sycamore Golf Club Brian Bemis Family Dog Park • Splash Fountain Northwestern Medicine Sled Hill Citizens Memorial Sports Complex • Riverside Soccer Complex
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11 CHARITY OF CHOICE Daily Chronicle/ShawLocal.com/daily-chronicle.com • Wednesday, June 28, 2023 SAFE PASSAGE .............................................. 2 ELDER CARE SERVICES ..................................... 3 CASA DEKALB COUNTY, INC ............................... 4 IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH .......................... 5 OPPORTUNITY HOUSE...................................... 6 DEKALB PARK DISTRICT ................................... 7 DEKALB COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT .......... 8 SYCAMORE PARK DISTRICT ................................ 9 EGYPTIAN THEATRE ...................................... 10 DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ........ 12 Inside
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