ClarkLindsey residents and staff published The Dream Continues, a book documenting the community’s history from the late 1980s to 2025. The project highlights key themes of healthy aging—community, learning, activity, and purpose—and reflects ClarkLindsey’s nonprofit mission. The book also recounts how the community protected residents during the pandemic.

Chambanamoms.com highlighted ClarkLindsey as a family‑friendly place to volunteer in Champaign‑Urbana. The guide notes that families, including those with young children, can participate in activities such as visiting residents and supporting community programs—offering meaningful intergenerational service opportunities.

Earl and Jan Kellogg, married 61 years, first met on a blind date at Kansas State University. After a brief breakup, long‑distance letters during Earl’s military training brought them back together, leading to marriage in Hawaii. Their life included worldwide travel through Earl’s academic career before settling in Champaign County, where they credit shared values and strong relationships for their enduring partnership.

ClarkLindsey resident and author Kathleen Holden appeared on WDWS to read headlines as part of promoting The Dream Continues, a new book documenting ClarkLindsey’s history. Holden, a former University of Illinois administrator and active community member, is known for her leadership, volunteer work, and welcoming spirit on campus.

ClarkLindsey’s Rachel Sharp shared tips for keeping loved ones with dementia safe during cold weather, emphasizing meaningful tasks to reduce wandering and checking for unmet needs. She recommends removing items like coats or keys that signal “time to leave” and suggests using shoe insoles that hold tracking devices for added safety.

ClarkLindsey residents are using donated power carts to stay active outdoors even as temperatures drop. The carts help individuals with limited mobility enjoy fresh air, nature, and social time with friends. Residents say the rides boost both physical and emotional wellbeing, offering an easy way to explore gardens and nearby paths without overexertion.

WCIA’s Veterans Day special featured several ClarkLindsey residents—Robert Burger, Anton Chaplin, and Joseph Finnerty—highlighting their military service alongside stories of veterans across Central Illinois. The program showcased organizations, ceremonies, and community efforts honoring service members and preserving their stories.

ClarkLindsey is nearing completion of its new North building, which includes 45 independent living apartments plus additional assisted living and memory care spaces. The expansion also adds The Connection, a social hub with wellness and creative amenities. Residents begin moving into the new building later this month.

ClarkLindsey staff and residents recently learned that a new team member, Kaitlyn Eaton, is also a two-time Paralympic medalist. Eaton, who joined ClarkLindsey earlier this year, has represented the United States in wheelchair basketball at the Tokyo and Paris Paralympic Games. She shared her experience and medals with residents, offering a personal look at how elite athletics can intersect with everyday, community-focused work.

ClarkLindsey residents recently learned that new staff member Kaitlyn Eaton is a Paralympic wheelchair basketball medalist, having earned bronze in Tokyo and silver in Paris. While working in resident care, she shared her athletic journey and continues coaching a youth team as she considers her next steps in the sport.

Helen and Mack Weckel, ages 93 and 99, recently celebrated 70 years of marriage and are preparing for their 70th Valentine’s Day together. The couple met on a blind date in 1949, built a life rooted in nursing and farming, raised a family, and have spent the last 11 years enjoying community life and shared activities at ClarkLindsey.

A group of ClarkLindsey residents has been loyal Illinois Volleyball fans for decades, traveling together to every home match. Their shared enthusiasm has grown into a close community of supporters who value the athletes’ hard work and the camaraderie of cheering as a group—long before college volleyball’s recent surge in national popularity.

Jill Guth, a commercial real estate broker and vice chair of the ClarkLindsey board, was selected for the 2024 Athena Award for her entrepreneurship, mentorship, and community leadership. With a career spanning economic development and major real estate deals, she is recognized for her client‑focused approach, problem‑solving skills, and long‑standing impact in Champaign County.

Lindsey Senior Solutions, part of ClarkLindsey, plans to take over Circle of Friends Adult Day Center in Champaign, preserving the long‑running program as its founder retires. While the operational transition begins Oct. 1, the final sale awaits government credentialing. All current payment types—including state and VA funding—will continue, ensuring uninterrupted services for participants.

ClarkLindsey clarified an outdated IBHE listing: from 2019–2021 it ran a state‑approved basic nurse assistant training course, then discontinued it with no plans to restart. Prospective CNAs should look to current options such as Urbana Adult Education or Parkland College; the IBHE page simply hasn’t been updated.

Dorothy “Dodee” Buzzard, a longtime Quincy resident and now ClarkLindsey’s oldest resident, is celebrating her 105th birthday. Known for decades of community service, ESL tutoring, 4‑H leadership, gardening, and watercolor art, she remains active and engaged. Her family spans five generations, and ClarkLindsey honored her as the 2023 Octoberfest Parade Grand Marshal.

ClarkLindsey residents launched a food‑recovery program that donates surplus prepared meals to Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, contributing over 100 pounds in the first week. Through their Food Security Work Group, residents also garden, fundraise, and partner with multiple local organizations to support families facing food insecurity across Champaign County.

ClarkLindsey residents launched a food‑recovery effort that donates surplus prepared meals to the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, contributing over 100 pounds in the first week. The resident‑led Food Security Work Group also raises funds, supports local pantries, partners with community organizations, and organizes volunteer projects to address hunger across Champaign County.

ClarkLindsey resident Tam Wei, a longtime refugee advocate who fled Vietnam decades ago, continues her lifelong mission by supporting Afghan refugees now employed in the community’s kitchen. Her work has helped hundreds rebuild their lives, and ClarkLindsey is exploring ways to further expand its refugee support efforts.

ClarkLindsey introduced its new MeadowLark building, featuring catered assisted‑living and memory care apartments, during a well‑attended open house. The building offers modern amenities, a Montessori‑based memory care program, and therapeutic spaces. Move‑ins are expected in early March pending state approval, with additional independent living homes planned for 2025.