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SEP07 | 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 No charge; registration not required. Topic is Movement is Medicine with Carly Quaco, Exercise Specialist. For more information, call 815-599-6701. |
SEP07 | Community COVID-19 Vigil, 6:30 p.m. Outside the Stephenson Street entrance of FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport Community COVID-19 Vigil, 6:30 p.m.
Outside the Stephenson Street entrance of FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport The public, with a special invitation to First Responders and healthcare workers, to take part in a short service to recognize all that our communities have lost during the pandemic. Clinicians from the FHN Family Counseling Center will be available to speak with individuals after the event. COVID-19 precautions will be taken at the event; join online at www.fhn.org. |
SEP08 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Blood Pressure 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. |
SEP10 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City
Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
SEP10 | 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 (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |
SEP12 | Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
SEP14 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 1:30 p.m. 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. |
SEP14 | Prenatal Class, 5 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level Prenatal Class, 5 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level September 14 & 15, 5-8 p.m. This class provides information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean sections and postpartum recovery. Register at fhn.org/ob, or for more information, call 815-599-6221. |
SEP15 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois Street
Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois Street Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
SEP17 | 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. Instructor is Shelby Logemann. 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. |
SEP20 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Private Dining Rooms - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Private Dining Rooms - Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Pastoral Care at 815-599-7240. |
SEP20 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 5 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 3 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
SEP21 | FHN Speaker Series: Orthopaedics, 5:30 6:30 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport FHN Speaker Series: Orthopaedics, 5:30 6:30 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport FHN Orthopaedic Surgeon Greg Dammann, MD will talk about the VELYS Robotic Assisted Solution for total knee replacement. Registration requested; register online at www.fhn.org/speakerseries or by calling toll-free 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 901. |
SEP24 | 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 (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |
SEP24 | 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. 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.) Students should bring a lunch. Masks are required. Financial assistance is available for eligible students; call 815-599-6707 for more information about eligibility. Instructor is Shelby Logemann. |
SEP26 | Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
SEP27 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 4 p.m. FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 4 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
OCT01 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m. Gospel Outreach Food Pantry, 211 W. Spring Street, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m.
Gospel Outreach Food Pantry, 211 W. Spring Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
OCT04 | Breastfeeding Class, 6 8 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills Breastfeeding Class, 6 8 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills Instructor is Annette Gielenfeldt. Register at fhn.org/ob, or for more information, call 815-599-6221. |
OCT05 | 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 No charge; registration not required. Topic is Diabetes Jeopardy. For more information, call 815-599-6701. |
OCT05 | FHN Healthcare Career and College Fair, 9 a.m. 1:30 p.m. FHN Healthcare Career and College Fair, 9 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
High school and college students as well as any individuals interested in pursuing a healthcare career are invited to a free informational fair in Freeport. The FHN Healthcare Career and College Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 in the lower level of FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street in Freeport. Representatives from area colleges and universities will be available to discuss their programs and curriculum, and FHN practitioners will be on hand to discuss the following areas: • Nursing • Physical and Occupational Therapy • Imaging • Laboratory • Pharmacy • Behavioral Health • Respiratory • Healthcare Information Technology • Medical Assisting • Speech Language Pathology • Surgical Technology/Sterile Processing No registration is necessary for this free event. For more information, call 815-599-6706 or visit www.fhn.org. |
OCT06 | 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 $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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. |
OCT07 | Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 4 6:30 p.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 4 6:30 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 $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, 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). FHN recommends a two-week wait between receiving COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters and a flu shot. Masks must be worn; please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2022. |
OCT08 | 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 (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |
OCT08 | Prenatal Class, 8 a.m. 2 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level Prenatal Class, 8 a.m. 2 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level October 8, 8 a.m.-2 p.m (with lunch break) This class provides information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean sections and postpartum recovery. Register at fhn.org/ob, or for more information, call 815-599-6221. |
OCT09 | Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. noon First Lutheran Church, 301 S. Clay Street, Mount Carroll
Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. noon
First Lutheran Church, 301 S. Clay Street, Mount Carroll Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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. |
OCT10 | Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
OCT11 | Blood Pressure Screening/Rx Mobile Pantry Program Pickup, 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1247 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Blood Pressure Screening/Rx Mobile Pantry Program Pickup, 10 a.m. 1 p.m.
Freeport Lincoln Mall, 1247 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Participants who have been screened and qualified for a voucher can pick up their supply of produce, milk, eggs, and frozen and canned meats from the Rx Mobile Pantry program, a partnership between FHN’s Connect the D.O.T.S. (Doors of Team Support) and the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Mandatory screenings are held at the pickup site from 10 a.m. – noon before each event. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/RxMobile2022 or call 815-599-6402. |
OCT12 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 1:30 p.m. 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. |
OCT13 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Blood Pressure 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. |
OCT14 | Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 9 a.m. noon Carroll County Senior Center, 17612 E. Benton Street, Mt. Carroll, IL
Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 9 a.m. noon
Carroll County Senior Center, 17612 E. Benton Street, Mt. Carroll, IL Blood pressure screening is free and available to the public. Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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. |
OCT15 | Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 11 a.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 11 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 $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, 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). FHN recommends a two-week wait between receiving COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters and a flu shot. Masks must be worn; please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2022. |
OCT16 | Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 10 a.m. Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut Avenue, Freeport
Flu Shot Clinic, 8:30 10 a.m.
Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut Avenue, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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 | A Slice of Time Just For You!, 5:30 7:30 p.m. Cimino’s Little Italy, 421 Challenge Street, Freeport
A Slice of Time Just For You!, 5:30 7:30 p.m.
Cimino’s Little Italy, 421 Challenge Street, Freeport Join women's care providers from FHN for an evening of pizza and conversation all about you. You'll learn about the latest and greatest in care at FHN all without leaving your table. For speaker details and registration, visit fhn.org/sliceoftime |
OCT18 | 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. |
OCT18 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Private Dining Rooms - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Private Dining Rooms - Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Pastoral Care at 815-599-7240. |
OCT20 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois Street, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Soup Kitchen, 4 E. Iroquois Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
OCT20 | Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 11:30 a.m. Liberty Estates, 2080 Navajo Drive, Freeport
Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 11:30 a.m.
Liberty Estates, 2080 Navajo Drive, Freeport Blood pressure screening is free and available to the public. Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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 | Flu Shot Clinic, 2 4 p.m. Freeport State Bank, 1718 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport
Flu Shot Clinic, 2 4 p.m.
Freeport State Bank, 1718 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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. |
OCT22 | 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 (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |
OCT22 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Blood Pressure Screening, 9 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
OCT24 | Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
OCT25 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 4 p.m. FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 4 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
OCT25 | Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. noon Bethel United Methodist Church, 217 S. Hickory Street, Shannon Flu Shot Clinic, 10 a.m. noon
Bethel United Methodist Church, 217 S. Hickory Street, Shannon Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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 | Caregiver Support Group, 2 3:30 p.m. Caregiver Support Group, 2 3:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconness Room (lower level), 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport 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. |
OCT27 | Cholesterol, Glucose, and Blood Pressure Screening (part of the Senior Center Senior Expo), 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Eagles’ Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Cholesterol, Glucose, and Blood Pressure Screening (part of the Senior Center Senior Expo), 8 a.m. 4 p.m.
Eagles’ Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. Please do not eat or drink anything other than water for 8 hours prior to a glucose screening. |
OCT27 | Wellness Event - Flu & COVID-19 Booster Clinic, 3 6 p.m. 210 W. Spring Street, Freeport Wellness Event - Flu & COVID-19 Booster Clinic, 3 6 p.m.
210 W. Spring Street, Freeport No admission cost. Open to the public. FHN recommends waiting 2 weeks between the flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. |
OCT28 | Flu Shot Clinic, 3 6 p.m. State Bank of Pearl City, 215 S. Main Street, Pearl City
Flu Shot Clinic, 3 6 p.m.
State Bank of Pearl City, 215 S. Main Street, Pearl City Adult-only clinic is $31 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $67 (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. |
OCT29 | National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Freeport Police Department, 320 W. Exchange Street, Freeport National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, 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 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. The FHN Family Counseling Center and Freeport Police Department are working with the State of Illinois and local and national law enforcement to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs and educate the public about the potential for abuse of medications. |