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Since opening in 1933, KBH’s mission has been to provide personalized, compassionate residential care and services to seniors of our community. The look of our campus and the scope of these services have changed dramatically over the past nine decades, but our...

King-Bruwaert House (KBH) is building on its 90-year history of providing gracious senior living to those in Chicagoland by partaking in its largest construction project in the last 30 years. Our Life Plan Community based in the west suburbs of Chicago is in the midst...

The famous Lite-Brite toy, invented and created by Godair Park and Burr Ridge resident Burt Meyer and two professional partners, was inducted mid-November into the National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, NY. The 2022 honor recognizes toys that have inspired creative...

A young woman is talking to her friend. She tells her that “I was coming out of McDonald’s when I ran into an old boyfriend. You know, I just got engaged, but when I looked into his eyes, I felt lost. I’m going to get married in a couple months, I don’t know what to...

When RN Maureen Klimek was promoted to Assisted Living Supervisor with an office in Suzanne’s Place, she also continued an important part of her nursing philosophy.  “I wanted to keep the connection with our residents and families,” she said. “That is so important to...

Serving as a caregiver comes with a lot of responsibilities encompassing compassion and sacrifice. Not only are you caring for a loved one, but it’s also critical you take the time to care for yourself as well. The American Heart Association captures it best: “Caring...

KBH Campus Expansion Construction Update for the Week of 12/19: Health Care The inside of the building is taking shape as drywall is almost complete on the first floor (top level). Drywall is complete (outside of hallways for inspection purposes) and the priming of...

Many pet owners can attest to the advantages of sharing a home with a pet, including the health benefits they have experienced. As for whether aging adults should embrace having a pet, studies suggest that owning a pet can help you stay sharp as you age. Keep reading...

• The berms that have been constructed around the campus and at Godair Park are all complete (including the landscaping). • The concrete sidewalk, stairs, and curbs by Health Care (HC) and the laundry will be finished soon. If you get a chance… take a drive around to...

• Today (11/29), a street cleaner will be on campus making sure roadways are free of dirt and debris. • Excavation trucks will continue hauling away dirt over the next two weeks. Between 70-75% of the earth has been excavated for The Gardens. • Removal of the stone...