Wellness Begins Here
Blood Pressure Clinic
A KishHealth System health professional monitors your blood pressure weekly. Each participant receives blood pressure information and a tracking card. Free. No appointment necessary. Every Monday, 9 – 11 am, at KishHealth System Physician Group, 12700 US Highway 34, Plano, or 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, at Kishwaukee Hospital, DeKalb. For more information, or other times and locations, visit www.kishprograms.org.
Living After Loss
Join a member of KishHealth System Hospice for continuing support if you have a lost a child, no matter the age. Living After Loss is Monday, Feb. 24, 6:30 – 8 pm, at KishHealth System Hospice, 2727 Sycamore Road, DeKalb. Free. Registration required. Call 815.756.3000 to register.
Developing Positive Emotional Habits
Lead by Emily Hummel, licensed marriage and family therapist, learn techniques to become more resilient, improve your outlook, and build stronger relationships. Developing Positive Emotional Habits is Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6 – 7 pm, Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, DeKalb. Free. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Blood Pressure Clinic
A KishHealth System health professional monitors your blood pressure weekly. Each participant receives blood pressure information and a tracking card. Free. No appointment necessary. Every Wednesday, 9-11 am, at KishHealth System Physician Group, 599 Pearson Drive, Genoa, or Valley West Hospital, Sandwich. For more information, or other times and locations, visit www.kishprograms.org.
Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy
Join General Surgeon Nitzet Velez, MD, and Plastic Surgeon Dhaval Patel, MD, as they discuss breast reconstruction after a mastectomy, and other reconstructive and plastic surgery options. Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy is Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6:30 – 8 pm, at Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, DeKalb. Free. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Eat to Beat Heart Disease, Part 2: Benefits of Adding Soy
Presented by Laurie Chilton, RN, Peggy Marchini, RD, and Healthy Culinary Instructor Jo Cessna, this series explores the top researched foods that can reduce your risk of heart disease and how this information applies to daily choices. Eat to Beat Heart Disease, Part 2: Benefits of Adding Soy to Your Diet is Wednesday, Feb. 26, 6 -8 pm, at Hy-Vee Club Room, Sycamore. $15/class, $75/entire series. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962 or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Dietitian’s Dish at KishHealth System Cancer Center
Join Becky Sisler, KishHealth System Cancer Center clinical dietitian, each month as she’ provides food demonstrations and nourishing strategies to incorporate into your lifestyle for healthy living. Dietitian’s Dish is Wednesday, Feb. 26, 10:30 – 11:15 am, at the KishHealth System Cancer Center at Kishwaukee Hospital, DeKalb. Free. No registration required. Call 815.748.2958 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Know Your Numbers Personal Appointments
Knowing and understanding your numbers is vital to good health. Heart disease and other health issues can be predicted using this information. As a service to our community, we are offering the following screenings and education free of charge in the convenience of one appointment: blood test for cholesterol and blood sugar levels, blood pressure, waist measurement, body mass index (BMI), and education. Must be 20 years or older. You can attend Know Your Numbers one time per year. Appointments are available at Kishwaukee Hospital, DeKalb, the second and fourth Thursdays each month, 7 – 10:30 am, by calling 815.748.8962, or at Valley West Hospital, Sandwich, the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday each month, 7:30 – 10:30 am, by calling 815.786.3962.
Heart Failure: Do You Know Your Ejection Fraction with Dr. Nguyen
Join Cardiologist Paul Nguyen, MD, and Nurse Practitioner Magdalena Koch, APN, as they discuss what an ejection fraction is, how to find your number, and what you should watch out for. Heart Failure: Do You Know Your Ejection Fraction? with Dr. Nguyen is Thursday, Feb. 27, 6:30 – 8 pm, at the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, DeKalb. Free. Registration required. Heart healthy meal provided. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Moms Breastfeeding Group
Mothers and babies are welcome to join us to discuss the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Drop in with your baby to meet other breastfeeding moms and receive support and encouragement. Older siblings are always welcome. We ask that you please bring some quiet activities they can enjoy seated next to you during a meeting. Topics are guided by a KishHealth System lactation specialist. Moms Breastfeeding Group meets the second and fourth Thursday of every month, 10 – 11 am, in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, DeKalb. If you have any questions, please call the Breastfeeding Center at 815.748.8350.
Breastfeeding Success
Getting off to a good start is vital to breastfeeding success. This program provides guidance for moms-to-be on the importance of breastfeeding, where to find evidence-based information and support, and how labor decisions can impact your breastfeeding experience. Spouses are strongly encouraged to attend. Breastfeeding Success is Saturday, March 1, 9 am – 12 pm, in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center. $15/couple. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Super Siblings
Children ages 3-5 will benefit from this class by learning how babies look, act and behave. Children will also tour a room in the KishHealth System Maternity Suites at Kishwaukee Hospital. Super Siblings is Saturday, March 1, 2:30 – 3:30 pm, in the Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, DeKalb. $10/family. Registration required. Call 815.748.8962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Infant Massage
Research shows that touch is essential to human development. This hands-on class teaches beginner infant massage techniques and the clinical effects of massage on your baby. Limit 2 adults per infant. Infant Massage is an ongoing program at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $15/couple. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 for more information or to register, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Next Level Sports Performance – Kids
This program works with children ages 10-12 to develop the physical components necessary for athletic and recreational activities. Kids are invited to join us to enhance their speed, agility, power, core stability, strength, balance, flexibility and injury prevention. Next Level Sports Performance: Kids meets Wednesdays, 6-7 pm, at the KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $30/4 weeks. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 or complete the online pre-registration form at www.kishprograms.org. to arrange a start date.
Next Level Sports Performance – Teens
This program works with children ages 10-12 to develop the physical components necessary for athletic and recreational activities. Kids are invited to join us to enhance their speed, agility training, power improvement, core stability, strength and balance training, injury prevention, and stretching techniques. Next Level Sports Performance: Teens meets Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-6 pm, at the KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $100/5 weeks. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 or complete the online pre-registration form at www.kishprograms.org. to arrange a start date.
One-on-One Personal Conditioning/Training
This unique program offers a personalized conditioning/training program. The program emphasizes cardiovascular health, flexibility, core stability, general strength and balance, and agility and skill development based on personal goals. One-on-One Personal Training/Conditioning is an ongoing program at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. Free initial consultation, then $30/hour. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 or complete the online pre-registration form at www.kishprograms.org. to arrange a start date.
Adult Anger Management
Anger is a normal emotion, yet very often it can be difficult to express in a healthy way. During this six-week educational class, learn strategies that help identify sources of anger and ways to express thoughts or feelings in order to become more effective. All participants must meet with a facilitator prior to participating. Adult Anger Management is an ongoing program. Please contact KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services at 815.748.8334 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Anxiety Therapy Group
This six-week cognitive behavioral therapy group is intended for those who suffer from anxiety symptoms. Join Mary McKinnell, licensed clinical professional counselor, and Lynette Swedberg, advanced practice nurse, to learn about anxiety and a variety of techniques to reduce these symptoms. All participants must meet with a facilitator prior to participating. Insurance is billed and most insurance plans accepted. Anxiety Therapy Group is an ongoing program. Please contact KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services at 815.748.8334 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Depression Therapy Group
KishHealth System Psychiatrist Thomas Dennison, and Lynette Swedberg, advanced practice nurse, lead this group focused on living with depression and provide insight on managing symptoms and improving interpersonal communication. All participants must meet with a facilitator prior to participating. Insurance is billed and most insurance plans accepted. Depression Therapy Group meets every other Monday, 6-7 pm, at KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services, Sycamore. Call 815.748.8334 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Kids Connect: Therapeutic Activity Groups
These groups, for children ages 5-14, provide a relaxed, fun environment full of interactive, hands-on activities that help foster self-confidence and interpersonal skills. After an initial screening, children are matched to the group that compliments their personality best. Led by Karyn Erkfritz, licensed clinical psychologist, most sessions include time with parents to discover what their child has learned. Insurance is billed and most insurance plans accepted. Kids Connect: Therapeutic Activity Groups is an ongoing program. Please contact KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services at 815.748.8334 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Aquatic Exercise
This class is for individuals with back pain, joint paint including arthritis, soft tissue pain including fibromyalgia, or individuals seeking to improve cardiovascular fitness. Warm water sessions decrease pain with improved range of motion, stretching and flexibility. Class meets once a week for eight weeks. Days and times vary. Aquatic Exercise is an ongoing program at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $75/person. Call 815.748.8900 to check day, time and availability.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Teen Group: Emotion Management
Does your teen need to replace problem behaviors with more adaptive ways of coping with distress? Emily Dienst, licensed professional counselor, and Sarah VanMeter, licensed clinical social worker, help teens integrate behavioral strategies using validation and acceptance techniques rooted in mindfulness. Teens can regulate emotions by increasing stress tolerance, decreasing self-destructive behaviors, and recognizing and changing chaotic relationships. A free assessment is required of each potential group member to ensure an appropriate group match. Insurance is bellied and most insurance plans accepted. Dialectical Behavior Therapy Teen Group: Emotion Management is an ongoing program. Please contact KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services at 815.748.8334 for more information, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
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