Meet Stephen and Marvin
“Brothers From Another Mother.”
Chicago Commons Senior Services offers vital, personalized support to seniors, adults with disabilities, and their families. Through our Home Care program, homebound individuals receive essential care and assistance right in their homes. Our Home Care aides provide compassionate support with daily tasks, medication reminders, and companionship, combating isolation and enhancing well-being.
Stephen’s Story
Stephen Holub faced immense health challenges, including the amputation of his remaining leg and shortly after the loss of his wife. His mother, Dorothy, stepped in to provide support, but at 93 years of age, the care she could offer was limited.
Stephen and Dorothy turned to Chicago Commons and shared their challenges with finding a Home Care Aide for over a year. Marvin Wilson, a Home Care Aide with Chicago Commons, answered the call.
Marvin had never heard of Big Rock, Illinois, but he knew he could provide the care needed once he met Stephen and Dorothy. Four years later, Marvin still provides specialty care for Stephen. They’ve built a significant friendship, to the point of calling each other ‘brothers from another mother.’ As former truck drivers, they shared similar backgrounds and learned they love BBQ, playing Scrabble, and enjoying each other’s company.
Stephen’s Story
Stephen Holub faced immense health challenges, including the amputation of his remaining leg and shortly after the loss of his wife. His mother, Dorothy, stepped in to provide support, but at 93 years of age, the care she could offer was limited.
Stephen and Dorothy turned to Chicago Commons and shared their challenges with finding a Home Care Aide for over a year. Marvin Wilson, a Home Care Aide with Chicago Commons, answered the call.
Marvin had never heard of Big Rock, Illinois, but he knew he could provide the care needed once he met Stephen and Dorothy. Four years later, Marvin still provides specialty care for Stephen. They’ve built a significant friendship, to the point of calling each other ‘brothers from another mother.’ As former truck drivers, they shared similar backgrounds and learned they love BBQ, playing Scrabble, and enjoying each other’s company.