Whether you’re looking to wander the streets of a new city exploring buzzy restaurants, bars and shops, or if you’re looking for an island getaway to escape from your daily routine, here are Better’s top picks for destinations both near and far to visit this year. Wherever you travel, consider how you can give back […]
Whether you’re looking to wander the streets of a new city exploring buzzy restaurants, bars and shops, or if you’re looking for an island getaway to escape from your daily routine, here are Better’s top picks for destinations both near and far to visit this year. Wherever you travel, consider how you can give back […]
Every success story starts with one person who had an idea or a passion that led to a creative spark. Rarely did their first efforts produce the desired results; but they persevered, rising from failure to try again and again. Think Thomas Edison in pursuit of proving electricity; Marie Curie’s discoveries in radioactivity and its […]
Nearly 300 guests gathered at Walden for Breakthrough’s 2022 Annual Benefit on October 20 to celebrate the organization’s 30th anniversary. The event raised more than $900,000 for Breakthrough’s programming and resources. The mission of Breakthrough — a 2022 Make It Better Foundation Philanthropy Award Winner — is to develop a safe and stable community within Garfield […]
With the dawning of a new year, Chicago and suburban neighborhoods are welcoming new restaurants and bars, retail and health and wellness spots — perfect for escaping the winter chill and combatting those seasonal blues. Fend off the cold with a steaming bowl of ramen in Evanston, check out Fabio Viviani’s latest endeavor on the […]
Living with an inoperable brain tumor, 16-year-old John Salvi faced numerous obstacles, and of them, the most ordinary also was the most devastating: A mirror. Fifteen pounds lighter, with no hair and a medical access port sticking out of his chest, the Wilmette resident often struggled to look at his reflection. “To see this frail […]
You know carrots are great for your eyes and that milk does wonders for your bones, but what about your brain? A diet filled with nutrient-rich foods can be a game changer for your brain, improving your decision making and problem solving skills, as well as sharpening your focus and boosting your memory, explains Matthew Kuchan, Ph.D., […]
Editor’s Note: Some names have been changed to protect identity. Daniel is 77 years old and lives alone at an independent senior apartment building. Though he is alert and oriented, his self-neglect manifested in his lack of housekeeping. As his living conditions deteriorated, the Adult Protective Services program at Metropolitan Family Services’ Skokie Valley Center […]
New year, new you? New year, new adventure? No matter what you have your sights set on in 2023, it’s never been a better time to explore what’s new in Chicago and the suburbs, from new museum exhibits and classes to new shows and live theatre, to new bites and sips at Chicago restaurants. Sound […]
January 24, 2023 at 9am PT/11am CT Join us for a live discussion with Ric Estrada, CEO of Metropolitan Family Services, and Kecia Steelman, COO of Ulta, as they share insights on how they sustain a successful partnership between the nonprofit and corporate leaders. During the virtual event, moderated by Make It Better Media Group […]
