Community Partners

Bright Star Community Outreach
A nonprofit focused on providing educational, health, and wellness services to individuals and families in the South and West sides of Chicago, with a mission to reduce violence, strengthen families, and promote self-sufficiency.
Carter G Woodson Regional Chicago Public Library
A public library that honors the legacy of African American educator and historian Carter G. Woodson by offering a wide array of resources, programming, and community outreach initiatives that promote literacy and cultural awareness.
Dementia Friendly Illinois
An initiative dedicated to creating communities across Illinois that are supportive, inclusive, and equipped to meet the needs of individuals living with dementia and their families through education and advocacy.
Dementia Friendly Washington Heights
A local project working to transform the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago into a dementia-friendly community by fostering understanding, resources, and support for individuals and families affected by dementia.

Far South Chicago Coalition
A community-driven organization focused on improving the quality of life for residents on the far South Side of Chicago by advocating for better resources, support services, and economic development opportunities.
LA CARE: Latino Alzheimer’s Coalition for Advocacy, Research and Education
A coalition dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the Latino community affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias through advocacy, research, and education efforts.
Lorenzo's House
A nonprofit organization offering a range of services, including transitional housing and supportive care, for individuals and families in the South Side of Chicago, focusing on personal and family well-being.

South Loop Village
A community organization that provides services and support to older adults in Chicago's South Loop, fostering social connections, independence, and aging in place through a variety of programs and volunteer opportunities.

Timothy Community Corporation
A faith-based nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago through community organizing, housing development, and economic empowerment programs aimed at uplifting families and residents.Contact Us
Are you interested in learning more about in community engagement at the Mesulam Center or partnering with us? Contact Ingrid Fowler-Wrather.
Ingrid Fowler-Wrather
Senior Community Engagement Coordinator
Email: ingrid.fowler@northwestern.edu
Phone: 773-503-6574