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Greencastle of Woodlawn I

Greencastle of Woodlawn I consists of 58 apartments and is located in south Chicago, approximately 15-minutes from the downtown district.

The community is located to the south of Washington Park, a public park with community events and walking trails. Local grocery, pharmacy and medical care facilities are nearby. Public transportation options are available close by as well.

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Elida

"Here, everybody's friendly and the seven years everyone has been nice. And, when they need me, I always can give them a hand."

Elida

As an immigrant from Panama, Elida came to the US in the 1980s to be with her son and daughter. While she enjoyed the comfort of her family, Elida was also looking for independence, so she got a job at Walmart and began her search for her own place to live. It was during one of her regular walks that she saw a sign near Apostles Village Lutheran Church that advertised a new and affordable community development. She called and applied to live there that same day.

It has been over 21 years since Elida moved into Apostles Village, and her presence has positively impacted the community and other residents greatly. She has taught Spanish and computer proficiency classes for other residents, and she has helped staff translate for other spanish-speaking residents during orientations. Elida is a crucial part of the Apostles Village family.

In recent years, she has lost most of her sight, but she has used her bilingual gift and new familiarity with braille to translate English braille books to Spanish for other visually impaired Spanish speaking immigrants. Her talents are special to the Apostles Village community and beyond.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Indoor & Outdoor Games Coordinators

Lead social engagement activities including card and board games and outdoor bean bag baseball, Connect 4 and more.

Encouragement Card Writers

Be a volunteer to lead our residents in creating encouragement cards for hospice patients, the VA and local hospitals. These cards send positive messages to others.

Journalists & Writers

Leaving My Legacy is a project that assists residents to share their stories and write down their feelings – partnered with a photographer this program provides priceless memories for our residents.

Animal Therapy

Bring a certified therapy animal to visit one of our communities to reduce stress and bring smiles to our residents.

Photographers

Photograph events or resident portraits for holidays or as a part of the Leaving My Legacy project.

Care Package Assemblers

Help with welcome home bags as more residents complete their moves. Health and hygiene, laundry products, etc.

Gardening Helpers

Beautify a local community by planting flowers, trees and vegetation.

Dentists

Seeking dentists to offer services at no cost and have appointment slots at their offices for those in need at our communities.

Podiatrists

Provide podiatry services to residents.

Audiologists

Provide onsite hearing testing and options for hearing aids.

Optometrists

Provide onsite eye exams and new prescription glasses to residents.

Arts & Crafts

Teach an art class or instruct a beginning to intermediate project to engage residents creatively.

Musicians

Perform and/or teach sing-a-long songs for residents to enjoy.

English as Second Language Tutors

Help residents, specifically Spanish and Mandarin-speaking, learn English as their second language. This opportunity is perfect for former language instructors.

Translators & Interpreters

Our residents come from many cultures and sometimes meetings occur during which interpretation would be beneficial. Languages sought: Russian, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Polish and Spanish.

Technology Assistants

Help residents learn more about using smartphones, computers, and related software programs like email, internet, and social media platforms as part of our Passport to Technology program.

Partnership Opportunities

Greencastle of Woodlawn I is frequently in need of local community partners that can provide services, including: exercise / fitness instruction, nutrition education, therapy services, food assistance, beauty services, healthcare services, religious studies / teaching, art and music instruction and more.

To learn more, please contact us.

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Greencastle of Woodlawn I
808 East 61st Street
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 643-8100

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As a nonprofit, Greencastle of Woodlawn I relies on federal funding and personal donations to operate. Your donation will directly contribute to the sustainability and success of our communities. Donations are tax-exempt as part of Embrace Living Charities.

Funds pet waste disposal system

Supports resident holiday events or game activities

Provides patio chairs and tables

Funds resident bus trip

Provides commercial outdoor benches

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