| Classes & Events | |
| SEP16 | Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level
Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level 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. Instructor is Risa Tyler. |
| SEP16 | Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m. Caring Neighbors Food Pantry, 119 W. Main Street, Warren Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Caring Neighbors Food Pantry, 119 W. Main Street, Warren Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| SEP18 | FHN Offering Two Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinics FHN Offering Two Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinics
FHN is offering two easy, convenient drive-through seasonal flu shot clinics in October. "If your last flu shot was before June 1, 2023, you need a new one for the coming season," said FHN Infection Preventionist Margie Kochsmier, MSN, RN, CMSRN, CIC. This year's public drive-through flu shot clinics are: Oct. 11, 3 - 6 p.m.; FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills Oct. 14, 8 - 10:30 a.m.; FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills At this year's public flu shot clinics, adults under 65 years of age will get a quadrivalent vaccine that protects against four strains of influenza for $32. Persons 65 and over will receive a high-dose version of the four-strain vaccine ($70). COVID-19 booster vaccines will NOT be available at this event. Immunizations may be paid for by cash, credit card, or check payable to FHN. Per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted at these events. Receipts will be available to submit to individuals’ healthcare insurance provider for reimbursement. There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are 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 the billing process). Please note that these prices are only available at these flu shot clinics; other rates may apply in FHN offices. Children cannot receive their flu shot at any of the drive-through clinics, but FHN provider offices will have appropriate dosages for pediatric patients as well as for adults. Because of federal guidelines to prevent identity theft, everyone must present a photo ID to receive an immunization. Participants are asked to wear a shirt or top that makes their upper arm easily accessible. Persons with allergy to eggs or the flu vaccine, those with an illness accompanied by a fever or depressed immune system should not receive the flu immunization at these locations. For more information, call FHN Community Services at 815-599-7437. For more information on FHN's flu shot clinics and how you can avoid the flu, visit fhn.org/flu2023. |
| SEP19 | Congestive Heart Failure Support Group, 1 – 2 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital - Lower Level Private Dining Room, Freeport
Congestive Heart Failure Support Group, 1 – 2 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital - Lower Level Private Dining Room, Freeport This support group is for anyone in the general public who has CHF. Our group meets the third Tuesday of every month. Participation is free, and no referral is needed. No advance registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Cardiopulmonary Educators, Carly and Krista. For more information, view the schedule or call 815-599-6388. |
| SEP19 | Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Prenatal Class (Session 3), 5 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of 3 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. Session 3 focuses on newborn and postpartum care, car seats, STDs, birth control, and community resources. Register for all three classes online, or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| SEP19 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level 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 Pastoral Care at 815-599-6160. |
| SEP20 | Speaker Series: Sepsis, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Speaker Series: Sepsis, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection, and it can be deadly. September is Sepsis Awareness Month; join 2 FHN experts for an informative talk about how to recognize sepsis and treatments available. For more information on this FREE program and to register, visit www.fhn.org/sepsis or call 1-877-600-0346, ext. 901. |
| SEP20 | Virtual Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
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 https://fhn.org/caregivers.asp for Zoom information. |
| SEP23 | Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport
Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport Free family- and pet-friendly walk and chat led by FHN providers and health professionals. Meet the group by the concession stand for this safe, fun, and FREE way to spend 45-60 minutes as you get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. Visit www.fhn.org/WWAD for more information and a schedule. |
| SEP25 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| OCT03 | Breastfeeding Class, 6 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, Lower Level (Globe Room or available virtually via Zoom) Breastfeeding Class, 6 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, Lower Level (Globe Room or available virtually via Zoom) Instructor: Annette Geilenfeldt Register online. |
| OCT04 | Virtual Caregiver Support Group Virtual via Zoom
Virtual Caregiver Support Group
Virtual via Zoom 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 https://fhn.org/caregivers.asp for Zoom information. |
| OCT04 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room - Lower Level; 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe 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. Topic is Diabetes Game Night. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253. |
| OCT04 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
German Valley Food Pantry, 65 State Street, German Valley Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| OCT05 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – noon Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – noon
Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| OCT08 | Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. – noon 1st Lutheran Church, 301 S. Clay, Mount Carroll Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. – noon
1st Lutheran Church, 301 S. Clay, Mount Carroll Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT09 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| OCT11 | Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 3 – 6 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 3 – 6 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Get your flu shot without getting out of your car! Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, or check payable to FHN. There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are 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 the billing process). Please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2023. |
| OCT12 | Flu Shot Clinic, 1 – 3 p.m. Mest Manor, 525 Third Street, Savanna Flu Shot Clinic, 1 – 3 p.m.
Mest Manor, 525 Third Street, Savanna Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT13 | Flu Shot Clinic with Blood Pressure Screening, 9 a.m. – noon Carroll County Senior Center, 17612 Benton Street, Mount Carroll Flu Shot Clinic with Blood Pressure Screening, 9 a.m. – noon
Carroll County Senior Center, 17612 Benton Street, Mount Carroll Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. No cost or registration required for blood pressure screening. |
| OCT14 | Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 8 – 10:30 a.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 8 – 10:30 a.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Get your flu shot without getting out of your car! Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, or check payable to FHN. There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are 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 the billing process). Please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2023. |
| OCT14 | Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport
Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport Free family- and pet-friendly walk and chat led by FHN providers and health professionals. Meet the group by the concession stand for this safe, fun, and FREE way to spend 45-60 minutes as you get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. Visit www.fhn.org/WWAD for more information and a schedule. |
| OCT15 | Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut, Freeport Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT17 | Congestive Heart Failure Support Group, 1 – 2 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital - Lower Level Private Dining Room, Freeport
Congestive Heart Failure Support Group, 1 – 2 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital - Lower Level Private Dining Room, Freeport This support group is for anyone in the general public who has CHF. Our group meets the third Tuesday of every month. Participation is free, and no referral is needed. No advance registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Cardiopulmonary Educators, Carly and Krista. For more information, view the schedule or call 815-599-6388. |
| OCT17 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level 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 Pastoral Care at 815-599-6160. |
| OCT18 | Virtual Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Virtual via Zoom
Virtual Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom 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 https://fhn.org/caregivers.asp for Zoom information. |
| OCT19 | Flu Shot Clinic with Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Liberty Estates, 2080 Navajo Drive, Freeport Flu Shot Clinic with Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Liberty Estates, 2080 Navajo Drive, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. No cost or registration required for blood pressure screening. |
| OCT20 | Flu Shot Clinic, 2 – 4 p.m. State Bank, 1718 Dirck Drive, Freeport Flu Shot Clinic, 2 – 4 p.m.
State Bank, 1718 Dirck Drive, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT21 | Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m. Caring Neighbors Food Pantry, 119 W. Main Street, Warren Blood Pressure Screening, 8:30 – 11 a.m.
Caring Neighbors Food Pantry, 119 W. Main Street, Warren Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| OCT23 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe and Deaconess Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| OCT24 | Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. – noon Bethel United Methodist Church, 217 S. Hickory, Shannon Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. – noon
Bethel United Methodist Church, 217 S. Hickory, Shannon Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT26 | Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport
Breastfeeding Support Group, 2 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.asp for more information. |
| OCT27 | Flu Shot Clinic, 3 – 5:30 p.m. State Bank, 215 S. Main Street, Pearl City Flu Shot Clinic, 3 – 5:30 p.m.
State Bank, 215 S. Main Street, Pearl City Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |
| OCT27 | Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, rear entrance (lower level) Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, rear entrance (lower level) Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. No cost or registration required for blood pressure screening. |
| OCT28 | Drug Take Back Event, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Freeport Police Department, 320 W. Exchange Street, Freeport
Drug Take Back Event, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Freeport Police Department, 320 W. Exchange Street, Freeport The public is invited to bring unused prescription drugs to the Freeport Police Department at 320 W. Exchange Street in Freeport for safe drive-thru service. (The site cannot accept liquids or needles/sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. |
| OCT28 | Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport
Walk with a Doc, 8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport Free family- and pet-friendly walk and chat led by FHN providers and health professionals. Meet the group by the concession stand for this safe, fun, and FREE way to spend 45-60 minutes as you get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. Visit www.fhn.org/WWAD for more information and a schedule. |
| OCT30 | Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $32 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $70 (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. |