The Best Places To Shop Local in and Around Evanston
It is no secret that Evanston is one of the best cities in the Chicagoland area. Just fifteen miles north of downtown Chicago, it has been named in...
Lifelong Learning Programs for Seniors
Learning is a rewarding and invigorating experience no matter how old you are. Now that you’ve reached retirement age, the opportunity to learn is...
What Is the Best Age to Move Into Independent Living?
Embarking on the journey of retirement opens doors to new possibilities and leaves many seniors with questions about their future, chief among them...
Explore the Five-Star Dining Program at The Merion
Nestled in the heart of Evanston, The Merion, a vibrant senior living community, offers a dining experience that goes far beyond the ordinary. With...
Retired Reverend Don Baker: A Lifetime of Impact Extends to The Merion
Meet Reverend Don Baker, a distinguished senior residing at The Merion in Evanston, whose legacy of impact spans over four decades. In 1971, he...
The Merion’s Art Exhibit showcases The Hands of Life Display
It’s said that you can tell a lot about a person and the life they’ve lived just by looking at their hands. This very thought caused Isaac Gadsden...
The Merion’s Senior Wildcats Cheerleading in Their 80s
In the past, Leigh Bailey would exercise by lacing up her shoes and running miles in hopes of winning the gold as she crossed the marathon finish...
Fill The Gap Program at The Merion
The Fill the Gap program created by Highland Park High School students Halle Michael and Samara Michael is enjoyed by many residents at The Merion....
The Merion Senior Wildcat Dance Team Performs at Northwestern Basketball Game
The Merion Senior Wildcat Dance Team performed with the Northwestern University cheerleading team in an exciting halftime performance at...
First Resident Moves into The Merion’s New North Tower
As The Merion unveiled its new, north tower, Cloté Smith was pleased to be its first resident. “I am so happy to be where I am, and I’m ready to...