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Resources
Helpful Tools, Trusted Links and Local Support
Explore Resources to Support Your Wound and Heart Health Journey
Navigating chronic wounds, heart failure or mobile care needs can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our curated Resources page connects you with reliable, up-to-date tools, programs and local organizations that can make a difference.
CMG Resources
As part of The Chicago Medical Group family, we’re proud to offer specialized support through our focused programs. Explore our sub-sites dedicated to wound care, chronic heart failure, and mobile health services. Each site offers patient education, provider tools, and a closer look at the conditions we treat. These resources are designed to empower patients, families, and care teams with the information they need to make confident, informed decisions about home-based care.
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Chicago Resources
Living in Chicago means you have access to a range of local organizations, clinics, and community programs that support health and healing. We’ve gathered trusted resources that provide help with transportation, chronic disease management, diabetes support, home care, and senior services. These links can connect you with nearby assistance to make managing care easier for you or your loved one.
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Offers city-wide health initiatives, clinic locations, chronic disease prevention programs, and elder care support.
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/cdph.html
City of Chicago – Senior Services (DFSS)
Provides aging and disability resources, transportation help, meal delivery, and caregiver support.
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fss/provdrs/senior.html
Illinois Department on Aging – Caregiver Support
Includes services for family caregivers, respite care resources, and care coordination through the Illinois Aging Network.
https://ilaging.illinois.gov
National Resources
For broader information about wound care, heart failure, Medicare coverage, and more, we’ve compiled links to respected national organizations. These external resources are ideal for learning about your condition, understanding your insurance options, and staying current on treatment guidelines. All links come from reputable health associations, government agencies, and patient advocacy groups dedicated to improving outcomes.
Wound Care & Healing
Wound Source (Educational content for wound care)
https://www.woundsource.com
National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)
https://npiap.com/
Wound Healing Society
https://woundheal.org/
Heart Failure & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA)
https://hfsa.org/
American Heart Association – Heart Failure
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Heart Disease
https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/index.htm
Diabetes
American Diabetes Association
https://www.diabetes.org/
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Diabetes
https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/index.html
Aging, Elder Care & Palliative Resources
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
https://www.nia.nih.gov
Medicare & Coverage
Medicare – What’s Covered
https://www.medicare.gov/what-medicare-covers
Medicare Rights Center
https://www.medicarerights.org
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