FREEPORT — Celebrate the talented young artists from the schools of Freeport and surrounding communities by visiting the annual Aspiring Artists: A Student Exhibition, opening Friday, April 12 and running though May 25, 2013 at the Freeport Art Museum.

Paintings, drawings and sculpture by hundreds of students representing Freeport, Durand, Dakota, West Carroll, Pearl City and Faith Christian School will be on display. The open theme of this year’s show recognizes the ‘best of the best’ in student work from area schools.

“The talents, creativity and abilities of these students are well worth seeing. This exhibit clearly demonstrates the value of art education in the schools and in the lives of our young people.”- Museum education director Barry Treu. Once again the annual Aspiring Artists exhibition is brought to you through the generous support of FHN as the exhibition sponsor and Blick Art Materials as awards sponsor.

Join us for the opening reception on Friday, April 12 from 5 to 7 pm when awards will be announced for 1st, 2nd , 3rd place, and honorable mentions for elementary, middle and high school students.

FREEPORT — YMCA Personal Trainer Bill Beal will talk about the importance of changing your workout routine at the next free Give a Ton, Lose a Ton event, 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 in the YMCA lobby at 2998 W. Pearl City Road in Freeport.

FHN is proud to support the YMCA in the national YMCA program Give a Ton, Lose a Ton as we work to lose 2,000 pounds as a community while donating 2,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to the FACC and Salvation Army.

As of March 11, program participants have lost 362 pounds of weight and donated 405 pounds of food!

You do not need to be signed up for the free Give a Ton, Lose a Ton program to attend the Wednesday speaker series events. There is no charge or registration required, but a canned food donation is encouraged.

The speaker series will continue on Wednesdays in the YMCA lobby with:

5:30 p.m. April 3 – FHN Dietitian Jennifer Gassman MS, RD, LDN, CDE on family nutrition

5:30 p.m. April 17 – YMCA Personal Trainer Cindy Tessendorf on sore joints and your workout

Give a Ton, Lose a Ton is a free program running from Feb. 1 through April 31 aimed at helping people in the community lose a collective 2,000 pounds while donating 2,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to local organizations. Participants must register at the YMCA front desk, where they will be given a pledge sheet and participant number. Participants are asked to seek food donations for every pound they lose, weigh in weekly at the YMCA and self-report their progress so the YMCA can track weight lost. Participants who are not already members of the YMCA will receive a free 2-week pass to work out at the YMCA upon signing up for the program. For more information on Give a Ton, Lose a Ton, call the YMCA at 815-235-9622 or visit www.freeportymca.org.

FREEPORT —

January 26
Health Fair
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Eagles Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Top 50 will offer cholesterol screening (no preparation or cost) and FHN will offer poison control information.

January 28
Create Your Weight – Last Day for Discount Registration
Personalized weight reduction and management program developed and run by registered dietitians. Class begins Feb. 4. Cost is $125 if registered by Jan. 28; $175 if registered between Jan. 29 and Feb. 1 or $100 for past Create Your Weight participants. Class size is limited; call 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 949 to register today!

January 28
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

February 4
Create Your Weight
4 – 5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Personalized weight reduction and management program developed and run by registered dietitians. Cost is $125 if registered by Jan. 28; $175 if registered between Jan. 29 and Feb. 1 or $100 for past Create Your Weight participants. Class size is limited; call 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 949 to register today!

February 4
Adult Diabetes Support Group
5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
FHN nurse Sarajane Wise, RN will present a program on smoking cessation. No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6253.

February 4
Quit Smoking/Tobacco Cessation Group
7 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Session one of six. Help for those who want to go through the experience of quitting with others. Six weekly sessions; cost is $60. To enroll or for more information, call 815-599-7300.

February 6
Blood Pressure Screening
9 – 10 a.m.
SR Center, Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.

February 6
Diabetes Education Class Follow-Up
3 – 4 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Follow-up session for November and December classes. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

February 7
Talk: Osteoporosis and You
1:30 p.m.
Oakley Courts, 3117 Kunkle Boulevard, Freeport
Speaker is Sara Wise, RN. Open to the public; no cost or registration necessary.

February 11
Diabetes Education Class, Part 1
1 – 3 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
First of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

February 11
Quit Smoking/Tobacco Cessation Group
7 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Session two of six. Help for those who want to go through the experience of quitting with others. Six weekly sessions; cost is $60. To enroll or for more information, call 815-599-7300.

February 11
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

FREEPORT — Three area students have been awarded scholarships to help cover the cost of healthcare education. More than 25 outstanding students applied for the 2012 FHN Healthcare Career Scholarship.

Students applying for the scholarship write an essay about their career path along with their strengths and personal goals to support the healthcare needs of FHN’s service area. The scholarship committee invited the top five candidates for in-person interviews.

After the interviews, three winners were chosen to receive $1,000 each to help cover education expenses for the winter 2013 term. The 2012 FHN Healthcare Career Scholarship winners are:

Kayla Briggs of Warren, who is attending University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse and majoring in clinical laboratory sciences

Abby DeMus of Durand, who is majoring in nursing at Lewis University in Romeoville, Ill.

Cody Gallagher from Ridott, who is pursuing a physical therapy degree at Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa

FREEPORT — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois, a program of FHN Family Counseling Center, has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Comcast Foundation to support its mentoring program.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a national mentoring program which has been in existence in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties for more than 40 years. This program provides one-to-one mentoring to youth ages 6-16 in both the site-based or community-based setting.

“Generous donations from Comcast and others give us the ability to provide vital services to the children and families we serve in our community,” said Beth Johnson, prevention and education supervisor at FHN Family Counseling Center.

The grant from the Comcast Foundation is in recognition of Comcast’s commitment to the communities where its customers and employees live and work. Since its founding in 1999, the Comcast Foundation has distributed more than $90 million in cash support of programs implemented locally in Comcast communities.

“Comcast congratulates Big Brothers Big Sisters and is pleased to support the organization in its efforts to improve the lives of children and families in Stephenson County,” said Charisse R. Lillie, Comcast Foundation president.

For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois, contact Sharon Mockridge, community educator at FHN Family Counseling Center, 815-599-7344.

FREEPORT — Here are some upcoming events around the Stephenson County area, thanks to FHN.

January 7
Adult Diabetes Support Group
1 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
Meal planning and 2013 goals. No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6253.

January 8
Blood Pressure Screening
10:30 a.m. – noon
Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, rear entrance, lower level
No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.

January 10
Talk: Fibromyalgia and You
1:30 p.m.
Oakley Courts, 3117 Kunkle Boulevard, Freeport
Speaker is Sara Wise, RN. Open to the public; no cost or registration necessary.

January 14
Diabetes Education Class, Part 1
9 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
First of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

January 14
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

January 15
The First Steps Grief Support Group
9:30 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms – Lower Level
No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6160.

January 16
Diabetes Education Class, Part 2
9 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Second of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

January 17
Diabetes Education Class, Part 3
9 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freepor
Third of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

January 26
Health Fair
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Eagles Club, 1200 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Top 50 will offer cholesterol screening (no preparation or cost) and FHN will offer poison control information.

January 28
Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

FREEPORT — Here are some news and updates from FHN, in Freeport.

FHN Introduces New Billing Statements

For the convenience of our patients, FHN now offers easier-to-read billing statements, e-statements, and an online bill payment option.

The new billing statements feature:

· Clear, consistent formats for both hospital and physician statements

· A patient-friendly summary page

· Online bill payment options with a smart phone scanner QRL

To help patients understand the new billing format, there is a “how to read your statement” guide on the back of each statement.

Patients may also opt to bring their accounts fully online with e-billing, which eliminates paper statements in favor of electronic statements and electronic account records.

The new billing statements include an account-specific code that will allow patients to make online payments at www.fhn.org. (Click on the “Pay Your Bill Online” icon on the upper right side of the page.) Online payments may be made with debit or credit cards.

Two options are available for paying a bill online:

Pay without enrolling – This quick payment option is useful for a one-time payment of the entire account balance. This option does not provide access to payment history, and it does not give the option to review accounts or statements online.

Create an online account – This option allows access to payment history data and ability to download and/or print a statement.

Patients are still able to pay their bills by phone or by mail. For more information about a bill or these payment options, please call our customer service line at 815-599-7950.

Upcoming Events

NOVEMBER 1

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth
Sixth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Family-to-Family Education Course
6:30 – 9 p.m.
NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport
Tenth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

NOVEMBER 2
Flu Shot Clinic
3 – 6 p.m.
Sullivan’s Foods, 703 N. Elida, Winnebago
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 4

Flu Shot Clinic
10 a.m. – noon
St. John Lutheran Church, 229 S. First Street, Pearl City
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 5

Adult Diabetes Support Group
1 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
Holiday party. No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6253.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport
Fourth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

NOVEMBER 6

Flu Shot Clinic
9 a.m. – noon
St. John Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 7

Flu Shot Clinic
8:30 – 11 a.m.
Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 8

Free Depression Screenings
All day – appointment required
FHN Family Counseling Center, 421 W. Exchange Street, Freeport
Depression is a legitimate health concern that needs appropriate treatment; call 815-599-7300 to make an appointment. Participants will be referred for further help if necessary.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth
Seventh of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Family-to-Family Education Course
6:30 – 9 p.m.
NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport
Eleventh class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

NOVEMBER 9

Flu Shot Clinic
1 – 3 p.m.
State Bank, 100 Ill. Route 75, Davis
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 10

Flu Shot Clinic
9 a.m. – noon
Sullivan’s Foods, 217 Chicago Avenue, Savanna
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 12

Diabetes Education Class, Part 1
9 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
First of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

Flu Shot Clinic
9 – 11 a.m.
Westport Village Community Room, 26 Greenfield Circle, Freeport
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

Parkinson Support Group
1:30 p.m.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason Street, Lena
No speaker; bring a dish to pass for the holiday potluck. Free; open to the public. For more information, call Jean Wenzel at 815-369-2777 or Marion Fahr at 815-367-3961.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m
FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport
Fifith of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

NOVEMBER 13

Blood Pressure Screening
10:30 a.m. – noon
Golden Meals, 524 W. Stephenson Street, rear entrance, lower level
No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.

FHN Speakers Series: Diabetes
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Learn about diabetes from Iron Man triathlete (and diabetes patient) Jay Hewitt and FHN Dietitian Nicolette Drane, RD, LDN, CDE in a health fair-type setting. Recipes and samples will be offered. Free to attend; registration is requested. Visit www.fhn.org/diabetes or call toll-free 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 901 to register.

NOVEMBER 14

Diabetes Education Class, Part 2
9 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Second of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

NOVEMBER 15

Diabetes Education Class, Part 3
9 a.m. – noon
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Third of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

Blood Pressure Screening
9 a.m. – noon
SR Center at Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.

Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening
9 a.m. – noon
SR Center, Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration required for blood pressure screening. Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

Family-to-Family Education Course
6:30 – 9 p.m.
NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport
Final class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

NOVEMBER 16

Flu Shot Clinic
1 – 3 p.m.
Sullivan’s Foods, 201 Dodds Drive, Lena
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

Flu Shot Clinic
4 – 6 p.m.
Sullivan’s Foods, 103 W. North Avenue, Stockton
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

NOVEMBER 17

FHN Festival of Trees Holiday Movie Series
10 a.m.
Classic Cinemas Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport
Wreck-It Ralph hosted by FHN and Classic Cinemas Lindo Theatre. All tickets are $3.50, limited seating available; no advance ticket sales. All children attending will receive a special holiday gift.

NOVEMBER 18

Santa Visit
1 – 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport
No charge; visit with Santa and receive a holiday gift from FHN.

FHN Festival of Trees Community Holiday Tree Lighting
5 p.m.
in front of FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Enjoy refreshments and holiday caroling as we “flip the switch” to turn on Freeport’s holiday tree. Santa will be there for visits with the kids. Free; for more information, visit www.fhn.org.

NOVEMBER 19

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport
Sixth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

NOVEMBER 20

The First Steps Grief Support Group
9:30 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms – Lower Level
No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6160.

Flu Shot Clinic
2 – 5 p.m.
Sullivan’s Foods, 2002 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
5:30 p.m.
Park Hills Church, 2525 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Childcare is provided and transportation can be arranged. For more information, call 815-599-7343.

NOVEMBER 21

Dementia and Alzheimer Support Group
1 p.m.
SR Center, Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
Sarajane Wise from FHN will talk about holiday stress. No cost or reservation required. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the SR Center.

FREEPORT — Here are some upcoming events at FHN and FHN Memorial Hospital.

October 17

Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening

8:30 – 11 a.m.

Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll

No cost or registration for blood pressure screening. Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 18

Dementia and Alzheimer Support Group

2 p.m.

Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport

Speaker is Sue Sklar from the Alzheimer’s Association. No charge to attend; reservations requested. Call the SR Center at 815-235-9777 for more information or to make a reservation. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the SR Center.

FHN Family Healthcare Center – Pecatonica Open House

4 – 6 p.m.

FHN Family Healthcare Center – Pecatonica, 1301 Main Street, Pecatonica

Meet our newest provider, nurse practitioner Angela Johnson, MSN, BC-ANP, ONC and say hello to the rest of our healthcare team, including Michael McFadden, MD and women’s health nurse practitioner Danielle Siedschlag, BC-NPWH. No cost or reservation required; call the office at 815-239-1400 for more information.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth

Fourth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Infant Massage Class

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Park Hills Evangelical Free Church, 2525 W. Stephenson, Freeport

Third of four sessions. Learn a pleasant and effective way for parents to help their baby’s development while enhancing the parent-infant bond. Class is four sessions; cost is $120 and includes resources, supplies and daycare for older siblings if needed. For more information or to enroll, call the FHN Parent Enrichment Program at 815-599-7300.

Family-to-Family Education Course

6:30 – 9 p.m.

NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport

Eighth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

October 20

Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic

8 – 9 a.m.

Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport

Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit www.fhn.org.

Respiratory Health Fair

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport

Learn about asthma, COPD, sleep apnea and more at this free event open to the public. Talk to experts and measure your lung function, see what it’s like to use a CPAP machine for sleep apnea and see and intubate a dummy (intubation is done to help open an airway and help a patient breathe). Tricycle races for the kids, and a drawing for prizes. For more information, call 815-599-6370.

October 21

Flu Shot Clinic

8 – 10 a.m.

Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut, Freeport

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 22

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport

Second of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Grief Recovery Group

7 – 8:30 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level

For more information, call 815-599-6160.

October 24

Flu Shot Clinic

10 a.m. – noon

Wesley Chapel at Bethel United Methodist Church, 217 S. Hickory, Shannon

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

Arthritis Support Group

1 p.m.

Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport

Topic is medication management. No cost or reservation required to attend. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and SR Center.

October 25

Flu Shot Clinic

2 – 4 p.m.

State Bank, 1718 Dirck Drive, Freeport

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth

Fifth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Family-to-Family Education Course

6:30 – 9 p.m.

NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport

Ninth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

Journey Beyond Cancer

7 – 8:30 p.m.

FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport

The third of 3 free cancer survivor seminar series presented by the Cancer Survivor Educational outreach Coalition. Topic is Eating the Mediterranean Way for Cancer Prevention and Survival. Speaker is Donna Weihofen, RD, MS, senior nutritionist at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center. Registration is necessary; call 815-229-1287 or toll-free 1-800-892-9296 (press option 3) or email rebecca.martinez@cancer.org to register. Sponsored by The American Cancer Society, FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center, Freeport Home Medical Equipment and Well Woman of Northwest Illinois.

Infant Massage Class

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Park Hills Evangelical Free Church, 2525 W. Stephenson, Freeport

Fourth of four sessions. Learn a pleasant and effective way for parents to help their baby’s development while enhancing the parent-infant bond. Class is four sessions; cost is $120 and includes resources, supplies and daycare for older siblings if needed. For more information or to enroll, call the FHN Parent Enrichment Program at 815-599-7300.

October 27

Flu Shot Clinic

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Immanuel Lutheran School, 1993 W. Church Street, Freeport

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 29

Flu Shot Clinic

9 – 11 a.m.

Oakley Courts, 3117 Kunkle Boulevard, Freeport

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport

Third of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

October 30

Flu Shot Clinic

8:30 – 11 a.m.

Lake Summerset office community room, 1202 Lake Summerset Road

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

November 1

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth

Sixth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Family-to-Family Education Course

6:30 – 9 p.m.

NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport

Tenth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

November 2

Flu Shot Clinic

3 – 6 p.m.

Sullivan’s Foods, 703 N. Elida, Winnebago

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

November 4

Flu Shot Clinic

10 a.m. – noon

St. John Lutheran Church, 229 S. First Street, Pearl City

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

November 5

Adult Diabetes Support Group

1 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level

Holiday party. No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6253.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport

Fourth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

November 6

Flu Shot Clinic

9 a.m. – noon

St. John Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena

Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

FREEPORT — Here are some exciting new events and updates from FHN

Meet the FHN Pecatonica Team

The public is invited to visit the FHN Family Healthcare Center – Pecatonica and meet the FHN Pecatonica healthcare team at an open house from 4 – 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18 at the facility, 1301 S. Main Street, Pecatonica.

FHN’s newest provider, nurse practitioner Angela Johnson, MSN, BC-ANP, ONC will be on hand, as well as family practice physician Michael McFadden, MD and women’s health nurse practitioner Danielle Siedschlag, BC-NPWH.

FHN also offers cardiology and surgical appointments at the Pecatonica location.

No reservation is needed to attend the open house, and refreshments will be served. For more information on the open house or services available at FHN Family Healthcare Center – Pecatonica, call the office at 815-239-1400. For more on FHN, its services and providers, visit www.fhn.org.

Upcoming Events:

October 13

Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic
8 – 9 a.m.
Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit www.fhn.org.

Flu Shot Clinic
8 – 11 a.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Savanna, 2107 Chicago Avenue, Savanna
Clinic is by appointment only; call 815-273-3323 for appointment.

October 14

Flu Shot Clinic
10:30 a.m. – noon
First Lutheran Church, 301 S. Clay, Mount Carroll
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 15

Flu Shot Clinic
8 – 11 a.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Lena, 160 W. Main Street, Lena
Clinic is by appointment only; call 815-369-3300 for appointment.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport
First of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

October 16

The First Steps Grief Support Group
9:30 – 11 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms – Lower Level
No charge; registration not required. For more information, call 815-599-6160.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
5:30 p.m.
Park Hills Church, 2525 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Childcare is provided and transportation can be arranged. For more information, call 815-599-7343.

October 17

Flu Shot Clinic and Blood Pressure Screening
8:30 – 11 a.m.
Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main, Mount Carroll
No cost or registration for blood pressure screening. Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 18

Dementia and Alzheimer Support Group
2 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport
Speaker is Sue Sklar from the Alzheimer’s Association. No charge to attend; reservations requested. Call the SR Center at 815-235-9777 for more information or to make a reservation. Sponsored by FHN Top 50 and the SR Center.

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth
Fourth of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Infant Massage Class
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Park Hills Evangelical Free Church, 2525 W. Stephenson, Freeport
Third of four sessions. Learn a pleasant and effective way for parents to help their baby’s development while enhancing the parent-infant bond. Class is four sessions; cost is $120 and includes resources, supplies and daycare for older siblings if needed. For more information or to enroll, call the FHN Parent Enrichment Program at 815-599-7300.

Family-to-Family Education Course
6:30 – 9 p.m.
NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport
Eighth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited. Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email namistephenson@gmail.com.

October 20

Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic
8 – 9 a.m.
Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit www.fhn.org.

Respiratory Health Fair
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, lower level, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Learn about asthma, COPD, sleep apnea and more at this free event open to the public. Talk to experts and measure your lung function, see what it’s like to use a CPAP machine for sleep apnea and see and intubate a dummy (intubation is done to help open an airway and help a patient breathe). Tricycle races for the kids, and a drawing for prizes. For more information, call 815-599-6370.

October 21

Flu Shot Clinic
8 – 10 a.m.
Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S. Walnut, Freeport
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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 billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

October 22

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Hospice office, 773 W. Lincoln, fourth floor, Freeport
Second of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions. For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.

FHN Dedicates Scholarships

Highland Community College has many long-standing partnerships within northwest Illinois, allowing Highland to continually look towards the future. It is in this spirit that FHN donated a $15,000 Highland scholarship to the first baby born on or after the momentous date of Sept. 6, 2012, 50 years to the day that classes were first held at then-named Freeport Community College.

Future HCC student Traceshiona Parsons was born at 5:21 a.m. on Thursday, September 6, at FHN Memorial Hospital. The proud parents, looking refreshed after giving birth to a “college student,” are Tabatha Parsons and Earnest Denson of Freeport.

“I am so happy to have this opportunity for Traceshiona,” said Ms. Parsons. “It will definitely help her have a better life. I will tell her to aim high and use this education to make a difference in her world, maybe in business or politics.”

The family is honored to be chosen for this one-of-a-kind scholarship, especially given that it was a complete surprise. And while college students are usually made not born, in this case, the unlimited possibilities a solid educational foundation can provide for Traceshiona are obvious.

“Based on conservative estimates, the scholarship amount will likely double by 2030 when Traceshiona attends classes,” said Jim Berberet, executive director for the Highland Community College Foundation. “Taking that into consideration, Traceshiona should have the majority of necessary financial support to use towards tuition, fees and other learning materials.”

FHN President and CEO Mike Perry, MD presented a basket of baby goodies and the news of the scholarship to Ms. Parsons with congratulations from the entire staff of FHN. “We are delighted to be able to celebrate our longstanding partnership with Highland Community College by providing for Traceshiona’s education. Our commitment to the community began long before Highland was established, and we’re proud to say that we plan to continue to be here and ready to care for Traceshiona and her family many years from now.”

FHN is a sponsor of the HCC Leadership Institute and a partner in equipping Highland Community College’s Ray and Betty Stamm Health Science Nursing Wing. Dozens of Leadership Institute graduates are staff members at FHN and they and many other staff members play key roles in enriching and improving the health of their communities.

Highland President Joe M. Kanosky, Ph.D., was present to congratulate the family and present a Highland pennant and basket of HCC gear to prepare the future Cougar. “We are very excited to meet our student-to-be and we thank the family and FHN for helping us celebrate our 50th Anniversary,” said Kanosky. “The partnership between FHN and Highland has been enduring. This is a symbol of how we see it moving into the future.”

While HCC is committed to providing a quality affordable education into the next 50 years, overall college costs continue to rise. Tabatha and Earnest will breathe a little easier when it comes to planning Traceshiona’s education. Instead, they can worry about the never-ending feeding and diapering duties of parenting a newborn, and eventually the increased cooking and laundering duties of raising a teenager poised to attend college!

FREEPORT — High school and college students, as well as adults looking into a career change, are invited to a special event focusing on the wide variety of healthcare careers.

The FHN Healthcare College Fair with Career Exploration Sessions is free to attend and will be held all day Wednesday, Oct. 3 at FHN Memorial Hospital (in the lower level conference rooms), 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport.

Representatives from area colleges and universities will be available to discuss programs and curricula for a variety of healthcare careers in the exhibition hall, which will be open from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Special career exploration sessions are scheduled for 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.; 9 – 10 a.m.; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.; noon – 1 p.m.; and 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. A panel of professionals currently working in the fields of nursing; physical and occupational therapy; imaging; laboratory; pharmacy; behavioral health; respiratory; and certified medical assistants will speak on those careers.

There is no charge or pre-registration required for this event. For more information on the Healthcare College Fair, visit www.fhn.org.

UPCOMING EVENTS FROM FHN

October

1

Adult Diabetes Support Group
5 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room – Lower Level
Diabetes Frequently Asked Questions. No charge; registration not required.
For more information, call 815-599-6253.

3

Blood Pressure Screening
9 – 10 a.m.
SR Center at Lincoln Mall, 1237 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration necessary; sponsored by FHN Top 50.

FHN Healthcare College Fair with Career Exploration Sessions
All day
FHN Memorial Hospital, lower level conference rooms, 1045 W. Stephenson
Street, Freeport
High school students, college students and any individual considering a
career in healthcare are invited to this free event. Representatives from
area colleges and universities will be available to discuss their programs
and career explorations sessions will feature interactive discussions on
nursing, physical and occupational therapy, imaging, laboratory, pharmacy,
behavioral health, respiratory and certified medical assisting. The first
career exploration session begins at 7:30 a.m.; the exhibition hall is open
from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Visit www.fhn.org for more
information.

4

FHN Hospice Volunteer Training
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Conference Room of Grandview Estates, 550 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth
Second of seven sessions. Free training provided by FHN Hospice for anyone
interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. There is no obligation to
volunteer, however those who wish to volunteer must attend all 7 sessions.
For more information, call FHN Hospice at 815-599-7240.

Infant Massage Class
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Park Hills Evangelical Free Church, 2525 W. Stephenson, Freeport
First of four sessions. Learn a pleasant and effective way for parents to
help their baby’s development while enhancing the parent-infant bond. Class
is four sessions; cost is $120 and includes resources, supplies and daycare
for older siblings if needed. For more information or to enroll, call the
FHN Parent Enrichment Program at 815-599-7300.

Family-to-Family Education Course
6:30 – 9 p.m.
NAMI of Stephenson County, 813 S. State Street, Freeport
Sixth class in a free 12-week series of classes structured to help
caregivers understand and support a mentally ill relative while maintaining
their own well-being. Registration is required; class size is limited.
Sponsored by NAMI, Wal-Mart and FHN Family Counseling Center. To register or
for more information, call Rosemary or Sam Havens at 815-821-1581 or email
namistephenson@gmail.com.

5

Flu Shot Clinic
1 – 3 p.m.
Mest Manor, 525 3rd Street, Savanna
Adult-only clinic is $30 cash or check payable to FHN. 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
billing process). FHN will follow CDC guidelines regarding eligibility for
the vaccine; all clinics based on availability of vaccine. Vaccine
distributed is not the nasal or high-dose vaccine option. For more
information, call 815-599-7437.

6

Saturday Walk-In Sports Injury Clinic
8 – 9 a.m.
Orthopaedics Department, FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010
W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational
athletes. For more information, call 815-599-7730 or visit
www.fhn.org.

Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screening
8 – 10 a.m.
Boys and Girls Club, 511 S. Liberty Avenue, Freeport
No cost or registration required; must be over 18 for blood sugar test. Do
not eat or drink anything except water for 5 hours prior to the blood sugar
test. Blood sugar results are shared with your healthcare provider; you will
be asked to identify and give us permission to forward any abnormal test
results to your provider. For more information, call 815-599-7437.

8

Diabetes Education Class, Part 1
1 – 3 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
First of three classes and a follow-up session. Classes are available only
through physician referral; call 815-599-6253 for more information.

Parkinson Support Group
1:30 p.m.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason Street, Lena
FHN nurse Sarajane Wise will speak on preparing for the holidays. Free; open
to the public. For more information, call Jean Wenzel at 815-369-2777 or
Marion Fahr at 815-367-3961.

Grief Recovery Group
7 – 8:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining rooms – Lower Level
For more information, call 815-599-6160.