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.

A Community Network for People Over 50

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Light Up the Night: The Village Chicago 2024 Fundraiser

Our Leadership

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Meet Our Team

Get to know the experts behind The Village Chicago.

Niki Fox

Executive Director

Niki joined The Village Chicago in 2015 as a social work intern and, as she’ll tell you, “just never left!” She earned her Master’s in Social Work with a specialization […]

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 […]

Sarah Collins

Program Manager, Brain Health & Memory Loss

Sarah is a proud graduate of Purdue Northwest, where she majored in Biological Sciences with a focus on health and forensic science and took on a leadership role as the […]

Tamara Draper

Volunteer Manager

Tamara has over a decade of experience in DEIB strategy (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging), corporate social responsibility, community engagement, and program development. Holding a DEI certification from Northwestern University’s […]

Brooke Nanni, MPH

Director of Health & Wellbeing

Brooke is a social service and public health professional who has obtained undergraduate degrees in psychology and speech pathology as well as a graduate degree in public health. She recently […]

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. […]

Join Us!

We’re looking for talented individuals to join our team.

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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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