The Adult Diabetes support group is for anyone in the general public who has diabetes. Our group meets the first Wednesday of every month in the Conference Dining Room in the lower level of FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, unless otherwise noted. Participation is free, and no referral is needed. No advance registration is required.
Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators if not specified otherwise. For more information, view the 2024 schedule or call 815-599-6253.
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For more information, call 815-599-7437 or email jroach@fhn.org.
Bring your baby and join area moms at the Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, at 2:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Share knowledge, build a support system, and gain up-to-date breastfeeding information.
Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force and broach many topics including postpartum adjustment, feeding, burping, sleeping, gas and colic, normal newborn behavior, soothing fussy babies and breastfeeding.
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Founded in 1989, this is an American Cancer Society program supported by corporate donors that teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Volunteer beauty professionals lead small groups, usually consisting of 6-10 women, for practical, hands-on experience. Women learn about makeup techniques, skincare, nail care, and options related to hair loss such as wigs, turbans, and scarves. This free program meets twice per year.
For more information, call the FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center at FHN Memorial Hospital at 815-599-7000.
Reach for Recovery visits are sponsored by the American Cancer Society and provide free self-help support services and information for women who have had a mastectomy or lumpectomy. Each patient receives individual support.
For more information, call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-892-9296.
Highland Community College (HCC) School of Cosmetology students work with individual cancer patients to find the best wig fit and style. Please walk in or call for an appointment. This program is affiliated with the American Cancer Society.
For more information, call 815-599-3544.
For more information, call 815-599-7437 or email jroach@fhn.org.
The FHN Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly to provide a vital space for individuals, caregivers, 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.
For more information about this group, please call 815-599-7437 or email jroach@fhn.org.
For help finding in-home care, contact FHN Social Services at 815-599-6149. A referral is needed for these services, and the cost varies.
This program helps relieve pressure on the caregiver of a chronically ill person by providing short-term care. Respite care charges are not covered by Medicaid, Medicare or insurance. For help finding respite care, contact FHN Social Services at 815-599-6149 or 815-599-6351.
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.
The 6-session group meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in the lower level Conference Dining Room at FHN Memorial Hospital.
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.
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.
The group meets every second and fourth Mondays of the month at 6 p.m. scheduled in the lower level Deaconess Room at FHN Memorial Hospital. There is a maximum capacity of 15 attendees.
To register or more information, contact FHN Hospice, at 815-599-7240 or visit fhn.org/grief.
This 9-week support group is designed for anyone who has lost a loved one during the past year. Two sessions are held during the year. There is no charge, but registration is required to attend. Download program brochure PDF file.
For more information or to register, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.
A safe and supportive space for parents who have lost a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or shortly after birth to cope with and share their emotions. Sessions include a short video, discussion, and other activities; evening sessions are available every 3rd Thursday of the month.
For more information or to register, call 815-599-6160.