Welcome to The Village Chicago

The Village Chicago is part of the nationwide Village movement – a unique way for older adults to join with each other to support wellbeing as we or our loved ones age. We are an inclusive and thriving network of members, staff, volunteers, and community resources who collaborate to offer social connection, lifelong learning, intergenerational relationships, support through life transitions, and many pathways to finding purpose.

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Molly Conley to Lead The Village Chicago in Transforming Life After 50

Niki Fox to Step Down as Executive Director of The Village Chicago.

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Meet Our Team

Get to know the experts behind The Village Chicago.

Molly Conley

Executive Director

With energy, vision, and a proven track record, Molly Conley stepped into the role of Executive Director at The Village Chicago in July, 2025. She brings over a decade of […]

Callie Alton

Director of Membership & Operations

Callie began as a volunteer for the Chicago Hyde Park Village in 2020 and has previously worked as an educator and writer. As both a team member and volunteer, she […]

Laurel Baer

Director of Strategic Initiatives

A founding Village member, Laurel started volunteering for the Village shortly before it opened in June 2009 and became a part time staff member in 2010. She worked in marketing […]

Darien Bloom

Development Manager

Darien moved to Chicago in 2021, from Morgantown, West Virginia, to embrace the energy and opportunity of the Windy City. With a passion for making a difference, she has built […]

Gia Schultz

Director of Health & Wellbeing

With over fifteen years of experience in small business, healthcare, and nonprofit management, Gia brings a deep commitment to process improvement and comprehensive program management to her role as Director […]

Susan Wakula

Director of Finance

Having returned to her home town to help her parents navigate their final years, Susan landed at the Village because its mission resonated with her recent lived experience — “I […]

Jessica Zipkin

Director of Communications & Programs

With a BA in English from Kent State University and an extensive background in nonprofit management, healthcare, and the arts, Jessica strives to bring quality programming and exceptional experiences to the Village community. […]

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Committees That Drive Our Community Forward

Our committees are the backbone of The Village Chicago. They work tirelessly to provide essential services, organize engaging events, and foster a sense of belonging among our members.

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