We are busy with final preparations for our 9th Annual Dancing with the Barrington Stars event.  Learn how to contribute to this event and read about what we have coming up in this edition of our e-news.  

Dancing with the Barrington Stars 2026

Bacoa's major fundraising event is this Saturday, February 7th.  There is still plenty of time to participate.  Vote for your favorite dance team by making a donation. 

Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a beautiful Diamonds by the Yard necklace donated by Long & Co. Jewelers. 

Margaret & Sandie Find Bacoa

Watch our latest impact video to see how Margaret and Sandie learned about Bacoa and became, "Bacoa's biggest fan."

ANNUAL LEGACY CHECK UP: WILLS, TRUSTS & MORE

Start the new year by giving yourself and your loved ones peace of mind. Attorney Bonnie Weis of the firm Buckley Fine explores how to perform an annual check-up on important documents such as advance directives, power of attorney, Five Wishes, wills and trusts.

Register Here

Clarity, Comfort & Care: Planning for End-of-Life Together

This program provides practical tools and a starting point for important conversations with loved ones
even when they're reluctant, helping families plan with confidence, clarity and compassion.

Learn about end-of-life care, including hospice & palliative options, costs and available services.

RSVP to Bacoa (847)381-5030 or [email protected]

Caregiver Stress Busters Class

This FREE weekly program is for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. 

Beginning Thursday, March 5th, this virtual program will give caregivers practical tools to manage stressors that come with caregiving. 

Call Bacoa (847)381-5030 to register 

Free Tax Assistance

Tax assistance appointments for low to moderate income tax preparers are now available.

Taxes must be simple- No trusts or ownership of multiple properties or businesses. 

Call Bacoa (847)381-5030 to rmake your appointment.

Photo of the Month

Arctic temperatures did not stop our Meals with Wheels delivery crew.  These volunteers braved the cold to ensure meals were delivered even on the day it was too cold for school to be in session.  

Call Lucy at Bacoa if you want to join a meal delivery team.  (847)381-5030