| Classes & Events | |
| 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 | 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 | 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 | 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |