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| AUG30 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconness Room (lower level)
Caregiver Support Group, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconness Room (lower level) 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. RSVP is requested but not required - contact Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160 for more information or to RSVP. |
| SEP05 | Prenatal Class (Session 1), 5 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Prenatal Class (Session 1), 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 1 is an intro to SCHD programs, comfort measures, nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, intro to the doula program and community resources. Register for all three classes online, or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| SEP06 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room - Lower Level Participation is free for anyone in the general public who has diabetes, and no referral or registration is required. Topic is Diabetes Foot Care. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253. |
| SEP06 | 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. |
| SEP06 | 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. |
| SEP07 | 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. |
| SEP09 | 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. |
| SEP09 | CANCELLED - Heartsaver: First Aid, CPR & AED, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport CANCELLED - Heartsaver: First Aid, CPR & AED, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Hands-on learning program to teach members how to perform high-quality CPR, first aid, and proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use in adults, children, and infants. The course is $60, which includes student workbook and CPR certification card that is valid for 2 years. Registration is required. For more information or to register, use our registration form, or you can call 815-599-6707 or email coil@fhn.org. |
| SEP11 | 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. |
| SEP12 | Prenatal Class (Session 2), 5 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Prenatal Class (Session 2), 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 2 focuses on labor and delivery, breastfeeding and a tour of the FHN Family Birthing Center at FHN Memorial Hospital. Register for all three classes online, or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| 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 | 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |