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Blood Pressure Clinic – Genoa
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. For more information call 815.748.3962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Blood Pressure Clinic – Sandwich
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 Valley West Hospital, Sandwich. For more information call 815.786.3962, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Women with Cancer Networking
This group provides women impacted by cancer the 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. Women with Cancer Networking Group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month, 10-11 am, KishHealth System Cancer Center at Kishwaukee Hospital, DeKalb. Free. No registration required. For more information call 815.748.2958 or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Infant Massage
Research shows touch is essential to human development. This hands-on class teaches beginner infant massage techniques and the clinical effects of massage on our baby. Infant Massage is by appointment only at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $15/couple. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 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. Join us to enhance your speed, agility, power, core stability, strength, balance, flexibility and injury prevention. Next Level Sports Performance Clinic for Kids meets Wednesdays, 6-7 pm, at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $30 for 4 weeks. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900, or visit www.kishprograms.org.
Next Level Sports Performance – Teens
This program works with children ages 13-18 to develop the physical components necessary for athletic and recreational activities. Join us to enhance your speed, agility training, power improvement, core stability, strength and balance training, injury prevention, and stretching techniques. Next Level Sports Performance for Teens meets Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-6 pm, at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. $100 for 5 weeks. Registration required. Call 815.748.8900 or visit www.kishprograms.org.
One-on-One Personal Conditioning/Training
This unique program offers a personalized conditioning/training program, emphasizing cardiovascular health, flexibility, core stability, general strength and balance, and agility and skill development, all based on personal goals. One-on-One Personal Conditioning/Training is $30/hour after free initial consultation. Appointments required. Call 815.748.8900 or visit www.kishprograms.org.
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 $250/person. Registration required. Call 815.748.8334 for more information and to register.
Anxiety Therapy Group
This 6-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 meets at KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services, Sycamore. Call 815.748.8334 for information and to register.
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 information and to register.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
This evidenced-based, weekly therapeutic group can help you manage emotions, interpersonal effectiveness, frustration tolerance, and core mindfulness. Lynette Swedberg, advanced practice nurse and Emily Dienst, licensed professional counselor, lead this program designed for individuals currently in therapy but looking for a structured group setting to learn crucial coping skills.
All participants must meet with a facilitator prior to participating. Insurance is billed and most insurance plans accepted. Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group meets weekly at KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services, Sycamore. Call 815.748.8334 for information and to register.
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 meets at KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services, Sycamore. Call 815.748.8334 for information and to register.
Aquatic Exercise
This class is for individuals with back pain, joint pain 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 8 weeks. Pay for seven weeks and receive the eighth week free. Aquatic Exercise meets at KishHealth System Physical Therapy Center, Sycamore. Days and times vary, call 815.748.8900 to check day and time 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 billed and most insurance plans accepted. Dialectical Behavior Therapy Teen Group: Emotion Management meets at KishHealth System Behavioral Health Services, Sycamore. Call 815.748.8334 for information and to register.
Tour KishHealth System Maternity Suites at Valley West Hospital
We encourage expectant parents and those considering parenthood to join us for a walking tour of the beautiful and spacious KishHealth System Maternity Suites at Valley West Hospital, Sandwich. The tour is free, but appointments are required. This tour is also given as a part of our Prepared Childbirth classes. Call 815.786.3760 for more information or to make an appointment.
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, 9:30-11, at the KishHealth System Cancer Center, DeKalb. Free. No registration required. Call 815.748.2958 for more information.
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