FHN's new telemedicine app FHNow gives you access to a provider via smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer, and your virtual visit is just $59.
FHN and the Northern Illinois Food Pantry are helping get a healthy "dose" of good food to those who need it. This free program will distribute healthy produce, milk, eggs, and frozen and canned meats to qualified participants on a regular basis.
It looks like 2019-2020 is going to be a tough flu season. The best way you can be prepared and stay healthy is to get your flu shot early!
This course is designed for anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency. This course teaches the critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrive.
Enjoy a huge hors d'oeuvres buffet, music, dancing, and a holiday silent auction while trying your hand at James Bond-quality casino games. This year's Gala will help fund a new behavioral health stabilization project through FHN Family Counseling.
| Classes & Events | |
| OCT14 | FHN Hospice Volunteer Training, 2:30 – 5 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
FHN Hospice Volunteer Training, 2:30 – 5 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive Fourth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information or to register, call 815-599-7240. |
| OCT14 | Safe Sitter Essentials® with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport
Safe Sitter Essentials® with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street Class designed to prepare students in grades 6 – 8 to be safe when they're home alone or babysitting. Full-day course is $50, which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook and completion card and basic CPR skill practice. (Class does not qualify for CPR certification.) Financial assistance is available for eligible students; call 815-599-6707 for more information about eligibility. Register online at www.fhn.org/safesittercpr. |
| OCT14 | Parkinson's Support Group and Flu Shot Clinic, Noon – 3 p.m.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason, Lena
Parkinson's Support Group and Flu Shot Clinic, Noon – 3 p.m.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason, Lena Adult-only clinic is $28 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $62 (high-dose for 65+) cash or check payable to FHN. No out-of-pocket expense if you are over 65 and covered by Medicare Part B (please present Medicare card) or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN (list available at each location – covered persons MUST present the Medicare HMO card instead of the Medicare card for billing process). No other insurance coverage can be processed. Per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted. All clinics based on availability of vaccine. For more information, call 815-599-7437. |
| OCT14 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport
Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms – Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| OCT15 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport
The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms – Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Spiritual Care Coordinator Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160. |
| OCT15 | Prenatal Class, 5 – 9 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport
Prenatal Class, 5 – 9 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital – Conference Dining Room This class provides information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean sections and postpartum recovery. Registration is required; for more information or to register call 815-599-6221. |
| OCT15 | Blood Pressure Screening - Freeport, 4 – 6 p.m.
Joseph's Pantry Faith Center, 203 W. Pleasant, Freeport
Blood Pressure Screening - Freeport, 4 – 6 p.m.
Joseph's Pantry Faith Center, 203 W. Pleasant, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| OCT16 | Managing Early Grief: The First Year After a Loss, 6 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport
Managing Early Grief: The First Year After a Loss, 6 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Private Dining Rooms, Lower Level,1045 W. Stephenson Street Week 5. This 9-week support group is designed for anyone who has lost a loved one during the past nine months. There is no charge, but registration is required to attend. For more information or to register, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240. |
| OCT17 | Memory Cafe, 1 – 3 p.m.
SR Center, 216 E. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Memory Cafe, 1 – 3 p.m.
SR Center, 216 E. Stephenson Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
