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| DEC11 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC11 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual Meeting Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Free group for those who provide care to a family member, friend, or member of the community. Open-forum discussion and a chance to ask questions and share resources. Visit fhn.org/caregivers for the secure Zoom link or contact Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160 for more information. |
| DEC11 | Holiday Classic Movie Classic Cinemas Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago, Freeport
Holiday Classic Movie
Classic Cinemas Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago, Freeport Showing at 1 & 7 p.m. Enjoy a classic holiday movie with Ed Finch and Alan Wenzel with a food or monetary donation to the food pantry. |
| DEC12 | Blood Pressure, Glucose, and Cholesterol Screening, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport
Blood Pressure, Glucose, and Cholesterol Screening, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC12 | Parkinson's Support Group, 4 – 5 p.m. Parkinson's Support Group, 4 – 5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital - Lower Level, Conference Dining Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport The FHN Parkinson's Support Group meets monthly to provide a vital space for individuals and families affected by Parkinson's disease to connect, share experiences, and find comfort in community. We offer a mix of emotional support, practical advice, and education about the disease. Together, we discuss our challenges and triumphs, from managing symptoms to navigating daily life. We also share tips on coping strategies, medications, and therapies, fostering a collaborative environment. The presence of caregivers is crucial, as they face their own unique challenges and can benefit from sharing experiences and resources. If you have any questions, please call Jackie Roach, RN, FHN Community Services Coordinator at 815-599-7437. |
| DEC12 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 4 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Support Group, 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| DEC14 | Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR - CLASS IS FULL, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR - CLASS IS FULL, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Class designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone or babysitting. Registration is required - visit fhn.org/safesitter. The full-day course is $50, which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook, 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. |
| DEC17 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level First Steps Grief Support Group is a bereavement group designed especially for anyone who has experienced a loss within the last 6 months. This 6-session group, meeting over the course of 3 months, offers you support as the first steps are taken in dealing with a loss. To register or more information, contact FHN Spiritual Care Coordinator, Sean Huguenin, at 815-599-6160 or visit fhn.org/firststeps. There is a maximum capacity of 12 attendees. |
| DEC19 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC22 | Freeport Community Luminaria Night, 5 p.m. Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard Freeport Community Luminaria Night, 5 p.m.
Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard Enjoy the beauty of the soft light of luminaries as FHN joins the residents around FHN Memorial Hospital in the annual lighting of the luminarias. |
| DEC26 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m. FACC, 890 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m.
FACC, 890 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC26 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 4 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Breastfeeding Support Group, 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| DEC27 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, Lower Level, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC28 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church food pantry, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| DEC30 | Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m. German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley
Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN02 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Great River Outreach, 926 Viaduct Rd, Savanna Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Great River Outreach, 926 Viaduct Rd, Savanna Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN07 | Prenatal Class (Session 1a), 5 – 7 p.m. Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport Prenatal Class (Session 1a), 5 – 7 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 1, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will cover nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, comfort measures, intro to the doula program, and community resources. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN08 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level; 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Participation is free for anyone in the general public who has diabetes, and no referral or registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253. |
| JAN08 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN09 | Parkinson's Support Group, 4 – 5 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level Parkinson's Support Group, 4 – 5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level The FHN Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly to provide a vital space for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease to connect, share experiences, and find comfort in community. We offer a mix of emotional support, practical advice, and education about the disease. We also share tips on coping strategies, medications, and therapies, fostering a collaborative environment. If you have any questions, please call Jackie Roach, RN, FHN Community Services Coordinator at 815-599-7437. |
| JAN09 | Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Bring your baby and join area moms to share knowledge, build a support system, and gain up-to-date infant support information. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| JAN09 | Prenatal Class (Session 1b), 1 – 3 p.m. Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport Prenatal Class (Session 1b), 1 – 3 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 1, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will cover nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, comfort measures, intro to the doula program, and community resources. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN09 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN13 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport The Living Through Grief Support Group offers a confidential place for those grieving a loss within the last 2 years to talk about your thoughts and feelings. We utilize videos, books, speakers, and discussions to help participants learn about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope. To register or more information, contact FHN Hospice, at 815-599-7240 or visit fhn.org/grief. |
| JAN14 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Liberty Estates, 2170 Navajo Dr, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Liberty Estates, 2170 Navajo Dr, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN16 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN16 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stockton Township Library, 140 W Benton Ave, Stockton Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Stockton Township Library, 140 W Benton Ave, Stockton Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN21 | Prenatal Class (Session 2a), 5 – 7 p.m. Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport Prenatal Class (Session 2a), 5 – 7 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 2, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will discuss newborn and postpartum care, STDs, birth control, and community resources. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN21 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m. Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN23 | Prenatal Class (Session 2b), 1 – 3 p.m. Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport Prenatal Class (Session 2b), 1 – 3 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 2, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will discuss newborn and postpartum care, STDs, birth control, and community resources. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN23 | Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Bring your baby and join area moms to share knowledge, build a support system, and gain up-to-date infant support information. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| JAN23 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 3:30 p.m. FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN25 | BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport For healthcare professionals only; this hands-on program focuses on high-quality CPR and basic life support skills Registration is $40, which includes the BLS Provider Manual (contains BLS reference card) and BLS certification card valid for 2 years. For more information or to register, visit www.fhn.org/basic-life-support.asp . |
| JAN27 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport The Living Through Grief Support Group offers a confidential place for those grieving a loss within the last 2 years to talk about your thoughts and feelings. We utilize videos, books, speakers, and discussions to help participants learn about the grief process, share stories of loss, and regain hope. To register or more information, contact FHN Hospice, at 815-599-7240 or visit fhn.org/grief. |
| JAN28 | Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 7 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport - Conference Dining Room Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 7 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport - Conference Dining Room The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 3, FHN OB Department staff will discuss labor and delivery and provide a tour of the OB Unit.Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |