By affiliating with Mercyhealth, FHN is creating opportunities to enhance patient care, expand services, and upgrade facilities and technology in the FHN service area.
FHN Care Transitions Steering Committee has created an Implementation Strategy to address health priorities for 2026-2028.
2025 FHN Physician and FHN Advanced Practice Professional of the Year Awards Announced
If you have Medicare Part B, you can schedule a Wellness Visit every 12 months to develop or update a personalized prevention plan.
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Do you provide care to a family member or friend? Have you suffered a loss? Do you live with cancer, congestive heart failure, or diabetes? Join one of our support groups!
FHN offers classes throughout the year for Diabetes Education, CPR certification, Safe Sitter, Prenatal, and Breastfeeding courses.
| Classes & Events | |
| JAN20 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level First Steps Grief Support Group is a bereavement group designed especially for anyone who has experienced a loss of a loved one and is looking for extra support. This group offers you support as the first steps are taken in dealing with a loss and helps with your continued steps in healing spiritually and emotionally. No registration required and you can join the group at your convenience at any time. Please contact FHN Spiritual Care at 815-599-7240 or visit fhn.org/firststeps if you have any questions. |
| JAN20 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN20 | Prenatal Class (Session 2a), 5 – 7 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 2a), 5 – 7 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 2, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will cover nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, comfort measures, intro to the doula program, and community resources. Register for all sessions online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN21 | Strength in Beauty, 1 p.m. Strength in Beauty, 1 p.m.
FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center Conference Room The Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center’s Strength in Beauty sessions are designed to help you look your best while undergoing chemotherapy, radiation or other cancer treatments. It is important to help you look better, so that you will feel better during this challenging time. Join us to get tips on skin care, make-up application, hair replacements, stylish head coverings, and more! Call 815-599-7000 to register. |
| JAN22 | Prenatal Class (Session 2b), 1 – 3 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 2b), 1 – 3 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 2, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will cover nutrition, alcohol/drug/tobacco use, comfort measures, intro to the doula program, and community resources. Register for all sessions online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN22 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| JAN22 | Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m. Mama Milk Circle Infant Support Group, 4 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Bring your baby and join area moms to share knowledge, build a support system, and gain up-to-date infant support information. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information. |
| JAN26 | Living Through Grief, 6 p.m. Living Through Grief, 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Deaconess Room, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport 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. To register or more information, contact FHN Hospice, at 815-599-7240 or visit fhn.org/grief. |
| JAN27 | Prenatal Class (Session 3a), 5 – 7 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 3a), 5 – 7 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 3, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will discuss postpartum care, STDs, birth control, and car seats. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| JAN29 | Prenatal Class (Session 3b), 1 – 3 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 3b), 1 – 3 p.m.
Stephenson County Health Department, 10 W Linden Street, Freeport The FHN/Stephenson County Health Department series of prenatal classes is offered to all regardless of their number of weeks gestation, however, they do correlate a bit with how a pregnancy progresses. Mothers-to-be and spouses/support persons are encouraged to attend these free sessions together. In session 3, the Stephenson County Health Department staff will discuss postpartum care, STDs, birth control, and car seats. Register for all four classes online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
