Northbrook Star

O’Leary excited to make a difference in new role

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:08:05 -0500

NORTHBROOK — Amy O’Leary started her new position as executive director of Youth Services at the McLennan Center for Youth this week. She previously served as the director of Haven Youth & Family Services in Wilmette. She replaces Nancy Bloom, who officially retired after 24 years of service.

Former Tony from 1984 West Side Story aids students in 2013

Fri, 10 May 2013 14:06:00 -0500

GLENVIEW — Larry King, of Long Grove, a 1984 Glenbrook North High School graduate, returned to his alma mater for a special task. King, was lucky enough to be chosen to play “Tony” in the high school’s production of West Side Story when he attended.

Families need to find reputable caregivers, protect patient from fraud

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:49:58 -0500

Recent headlines included the news of a caregiver accused of stealing $255,000 from the Lincolnshire man that she was supposed to be looking after. The Detectives involved in this case say that events like this one occur more frequently than anyone would like to see.

Springtime brings thoughts of moving for seniors

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:52:02 -0500

Springtime brings flowers, outdoor activities and often the start of the moving discussion in families living with seniors. The cold winter months may have led to isolation, a possible illness or many other possibilities; whatever the reason, many senior living communities see an increase in tours and moving discussions as the weather improves.

Public-private partnership creates senior activities

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:59:42 -0500

Public-Private partnerships are not new. Communities and the businesses that support them often work together to provide opportunities for their residents. In Highwood, the mayor and his wife are teaming up with a local skilled nursing facility to help create a central location where seniors can connect and engage.

Conference helps seniors have better quality of life

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:26:01 -0500

As we age experts say it is important to focus on the quality of life. A local conference is focusing on “Aging Well.” For 15 years, a group of community organizations have come together, with the City of Evanston, to present strategies for healthy aging for older adults, their families, caregivers and professionals. This free event is a true community partnership, according to organizers. Presenters are donating their time and all costs involved have been underwritten by the collaborating organizations and sponsors. The conference features a welcome by Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and a keynote address by Julie Hamos, Director …

Northbrook doctor keeps fit while running her practice

Fri, 10 May 2013 14:02:01 -0500

NORTHBROOK — Dr. Sheree Lipkis, a Glenview internal medicine physician and a 30-year Northbrook resident, is on the move, quite literally. Thanks to her practice’s newest piece of office equipment, Dr. Lipkis achieves fitness while making tracks on a treadmill desk which has its own room tucked in the back of her practice.

Area Jewish residents celebrate at Ravinia

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:58:01 -0500

HIGHLAND PARK — The grounds of Highland Park’s Ravinia Festival were teeming Sunday, April 28 with individuals and families from throughout area celebrating the Jewish United Fund’s Israel Solidarity Day.

Glass becomes Northbrook Women’s Club’s new president

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:14:01 -0500

NORTHBROOK — There’s no glass ceiling for Elisa Glass of Northbrook. There’s no glass slipper either for Glass, who is confidently swapping shoes to walk in the footsteps of Buffy Ervin, outgoing Northbrook Woman’s Club & Foundation (NWC/F) president.

Brother honors late sister with new school

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:36:01 -0500

Evanston roots run deeply for Mike Nekritz, the co-founder of Felicity School in Deerfield. Northwestern University gave the former Evanston resident, who now lives in Northbrook, the opportunity to meet his wife Diane, a Highland Park speech language pathologist.

Woman continues Little Red Hen’s family affair in Glencoe

Sun, 05 May 2013 06:15:46 -0500

A Ma Ma Louise’s Little Red Hen, at 653 Vernon Ave., the fried chicken and Lisa Ryba are Glencoe mainstays. Actually, it was Lisa’s parents, James and Louise Ryba, who made this business a family affair.