Arlene Orr

Arlene Orr is a Naperville resident and a volunteer with Naperville Seniors.

Engaging Aging – Connections Are Not a Luxury for Seniors, They’re a Lifeline

As our population ages, conversations about seniors often focus on health, housing or retirement. All these matter, but one of the most powerful factors...

Engaging Aging – Silver CPR Program Empowers Seniors To Save Lives

In an emergency, every second counts and knowing how to respond could make the difference between life and death. For seniors, learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)...

Engaging Aging – Holiday Caregiving for Seniors: Resetting Expectations With Compassion

For caregivers supporting senior loved ones, the holidays can be a bittersweet time. Cherished traditions may no longer be realistic, and the weight of...

Engaging Aging – Tech Group Empowers Seniors With Monthly Technology Lessons

Discover a Naperville senior tech group, a welcoming community for older adults eager to learn about modern technology. Join free, hands-on monthly sessions at local libraries to boost your tech confidence and stay connected—no registration required.

Engaging Aging – Lunch, Learn, and a Whole Lot More With Local Seniors Organization

Weekly lunch-and-learn programs at Naperville’s Kebab King and Sara’s Pakistani & Indian Cuisine give seniors the chance to socialize, make friends and learn about...

Engaging Aging – September Is National Falls Prevention Month

Fall (no pun intended) is about to hit Naperville, and September is National Falls Prevention month. Did you know that according to the National...

Engaging Aging – ‘Seniors of the Year’ Sought

The Naperville Senior Task Force is looking for the next Senior of the Year, Male and Female! Originating in 2018, the "Senior of the Year"...

Engaging Aging – Aging in Place: What You Need To Know

As the population of seniors increases, “aging in place” is becoming more than a buzzword – it is a powerful movement. Aging in place...

Engaging Aging – An Update To Senior Scams

Scams are on the rise and are becoming more sophisticated in their approach. Scammers use techniques called phishing whereby fraudulent communications are sent (by email,...

Engaging Aging – Decluttering in Later Life

One of the biggest reasons we hold on to things is sentimental attachment. Objects we have in our homes hold memories and emotions, so...