Wellness Begins Here
Blood Pressure Clinic – Kishwaukee Community Hospital
A Kish Hospital community wellness health professional monitors your blood pressure weekly. Each participant receives blood pressure information and a tracking card. Free. No appointment necessary. Every Monday, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
CPR Healthcare Provider Renewal
This course is intended to renew CPR skills for participants who provide healthcare to patients in a wide variety of situations, including in and out-of-hospital settings. These healthcare providers may include (but are not limited to) nurses, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, CNAs, and other allied health personnel. The course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a healthcare provider course for employment and may be attended by laypersons. Participants must submit a copy of current CPR card. $40/person. CPR Helathcare Provider Renewal is Aug. 19, at 9 a.m., in the KishHealth System Building at 2727 Sycamore Road, DeKalb. Call 815.756.1521 ext. 153618 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Women with Cancer Support Group
This group provides women impacted by cancer the rich opportunity to share information, develop new friendships, obtain emotional support and find a special connection with others surviving cancer. Late morning coffee and snacks provided. Free. Women with Cancer Support Group meets the first and third Tuesday each month, 10:30 a.m. – noon, at the Kish Hospital Cancer Center. Free. No registration required. For more information call 815.748.2958 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Developmental Milestones and Beyond
Parents of children up to five years old are invited to this workshop presented by the KishHealth System Child Development Clinic team. Learn about typical childhood development, activities appropriate for developmental stages and what to do if you have concerns about your child’s progress. Developmental Milestones and Beyond is Aug. 20, from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. Free. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Silent Killer: Kidney Disease with Dr. Memom
Join Nephrologist Aamir A. Memom, MD, as he explains how kidney disease is identified, what causes it and treatment options available. Also learn about the impact of this disease on the community. Silent Killer Kidney Disease is Aug. 20, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. Free. Registration Required. Free. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Control Your Cholesterol – Waterman
Are you concerned with your cholesterol? Do you understand what affects cholesterol levels? Whether your levels are high or normal, there are lifestyle changes you can make to reduce or maintain healthy cholesterol. Join us to receive a variety of resources and tools to develop healthy, life-long habits. If you have your cholesterol results, please bring them. Control Your Cholesterol – Waterman is Aug. 20, from 6:30 – 9 pm at KishHealth Family & Specialty Care in Waterman. Free. Registration is required and closes five days before the program date. A minimum number of participants are also required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Blood Pressure Clinic – Genoa
A Kish Hospital community wellness health professional monitors your blood pressure weekly. Each participant receives blood pressure information and a tracking card. Free. No appointment necessary. Every Wednesday, from 9 – 11 a.m.., at KishHealth Family & Specialty Care, Genoa. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
CPR Healthcare Provider
This course is intended for participants who provide healthcare to patients in a wide variety of situations, including in and out-of-hospital settings. These healthcare providers may include (but are not limited to) nurses, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, CNAs, and other allied health personnel. The course is also designed for anyone who is required to take a healthcare provider course for employment and may be attended by laypersons. $50/person. CPR Helathcare Provider is Aug. 12, at 9 a.m., in the KishHealth System Building at 2727 Sycamore Road, DeKalb. Call 815.756.1521 ext. 153618 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Moms Breastfeeding Group
Mothers and babies are welcome to attend this breastfeeding group to discuss the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Drop in with your baby to meet other breastfeeding moms and receive the support and encouragement you need. Moms Breastfeeding Group meets the second and fourth Thursday every month, 10 – 11:30 a.m., in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. Free. No registration required. For more information please call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Cancer Support Group
This group is open to anyone impacted by cancer. This weekly group provides an opportunity to learn more about cancer from fellow patients, caregivers and trained staff in a safe and encouraging environment. The group is open to patients, caregivers and community members. The Cancer Support Group meets every Thursday, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Kish Hospital Cancer Center. Free. No registration required. Call 815.748.2958 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Infant Safety & CPR
For new parents, grandparents, and caregivers. Learn about infant safety including childproofing, poison prevention, SIDS, CPR and choking rescue for infants less than 1 year of age. Not a certification class. Infant Safety & CPR is Aug. 22, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. $15 per couple. Registration is required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Cancer Center Ice Cream Social
If cancer has touched your family’s life, bring them to enjoy ice cream treats and music in the cancer center garden. Join Becky Sisler, Kish Hospital registered dietitian, for healthy cooking demonstrations throughout the day. The Cancer Center Ice Cream Social is Aug. 22 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm, at the Kish Hospital Cancer Center. Free. No registration is required. Call 815.748.2958 for more information.
Prepared Childbirth Weekend Express
This condensed Prepared Childbirth class for the expectant mom and her labor companion provides the same basic information as our Prepared Childbirth class, but offers the convenience of completing it in one day. Prepared Childbirth Weekend Express is Aug. 24, from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. $75 per couple. Registration is required. Call 815.748.8963 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Prepared Childbirth Refresher
For expectant parents who have attended a Prepared Childbirth class for a prior birth and wish to attend a “refresher” class. Prepared Childbirth Refresher is Aug. 24, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. $35 per couple. Registration is required. Call 815.748.8963 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
Living After Loss
A child-loss group intended for parents who have experience the death of a child, no matter the age. Group meets Aug. 26, Sept. 23, and Oct. 28, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Please call DeKalb County Hospice for more information and to register. 815.756.3000.
Dietitian’s Dish
Join Becky Sisler, Cancer Center clinical dietitian, each month from the Dietitian’s Dish where she provides demonstrations and nourishing strategies to incorporate into your lifestyle for healthy eating. Dietitian’s Dish is Aug. 28, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. at the Kish Hospital Cancer Center. Free. No registration required. For more information, please call 815.748.2958 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs.
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