A nongovernment organiza­tion — the Filipino American Community Health Initiative of Chicago (FACHIC) is looking for elderly Filipinos in need of holiday “TLC” (tender love and care). FACHIC’s Parol Program, es­tablished in 2009, aims to spread Christmas cheer to the elderly by:

• sending them Christmas cards;
• calling them up, or
•  visiting them at home with gift baskets.

A “parol” is a traditional Filipino Christmas decoration, a colorful five-pointed lantern symbolizing the Star of Bethlehem that guid­ed the wise men to the birthplace of Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know is an older adult who would benefit from FACHIC’s wellness and health assistance offerings, FACHIC would like to connect with you. Those who would like to be part of FACHIC's parol project may call (312) 962-7748 or send­ing an e-mail to parolseniors@ fachic. org. Aside from its holiday themed activities, FACHIC staff assist the elderly when it comes to their concerns or questions about: housing, prescription medica­tions, Medicare/Medicaid, Social Security/Public Aid, and commu­nity resources. FACHIC is a collaborative of community, health professional, and academic leaders united to address Filipino health issues in the Chicago area. (VVP, GMA)

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