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Peace Memorial Manor

Peace Memorial Manor consists of 149 apartments and is located in Downers Grove, Illinois, a southwestern suburb of Chicago.

The community has two large atriums for residents to gather and participate in activities, including games, exercise classes, and group projects. Additionally, a small food market and beauty shop are located on-site for resident use. Local grocery stores, pharmacy and medical care facilities are located nearby. Public transportation options are available for residents as well.

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Theresa

"It's a good place, and a very good for elderly people who are able to take care of themselves. Elderly people need a community life.”

Xaun

Xaun, also known to many as Theresa, is a retired nurse from China. She came to America with her two children in 1990 so they could receive a proper education. She lived with her children for almost five years, and then found an independent home at Peace Memorial Manor. She was attracted to the community because it was close to her children yet had a thriving community of its own. She immediately found peace and comfort in her daily living.

A few years ago, Theresa wrote a book about her life as a Christian in China. She was inspired by other books about communist China she read. Those books discussed the suffering of many people in different ways, but did not address the persecution of Christians, specifically Catholics, in China. She wanted to reveal stories, so people could understand the issues. Her independency and encouragement from other residents in her community enabled her to persevere through the authoring process – a process that was linked to incredibly painful memories.

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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.

Monthly Food Distributors

​​Residents receive monthly food commodities. Food commodities are delivered to our communities through local food banks or pantries. Help get these donations to our residents. Distribution includes receiving stock boxes and distributing to the residents directly, either through organizing pickup in the community room or delivery to the residents’ doors.

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

Peace Memorial Manor 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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Peace Memorial Manor
3737 Highland Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 960-5770

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Peace Memorial Manor

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

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