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| APR28 | Sports Physical Clinic - Freeport, 5 – 7 p.m. Freeport High School, 701 W. Moseley Street, Freeport Sports Physical Clinic - Freeport, 5 – 7 p.m.
Freeport High School, 701 W. Moseley Street, Freeport Athlete and parent/guardian should attend during the designated time for student’s sport: 5 – 5:30 p.m. Football, Cross Country, Golf 5:30 – 6 p.m. Soccer, Dance 6 – 6:30 p.m. Volleyball, Swimming, Tennis 6:30 – 7 p.m. NJROTC, Softball Any non-FHS athlete is welcome at any time; designated times are to prevent long wait times. See full schedule and details at www.fhn.org/sportsphysicals. Forms (available at link) must be completed and signed prior to arriving for physical. $25 fee (cash or check only; ATM on site) will be donated back to the school. Only two adult support persons (one should be a parent/guardian) and athlete permitted in the building; no siblings or individuals not receiving a physical. |
| APR30 | Drive-Through COVID-19 Booster Clinic, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport Drive-Through COVID-19 Booster Clinic, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport First or second booster shots will be available at this event for those eligible individuals having received their first booster at least 4 months ago. No registration is required. |
| APR30 | Drug Take Back Day, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Freeport Police Department, 320 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Drug Take Back Day, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Freeport Police Department, 320 W. Exchange Street, Freeport The public is invited to bring unused prescription drugs to the Freeport Police Department at 320 W. Exchange Street in Freeport for safe drive-thru service. (The site cannot accept liquids or needles/sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. Information on drug use and abuse and other health topics will be available at the event. |
| MAY04 | Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m. Adult Diabetes Support Group, 5 – 6 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room – Lower Level; 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport No charge; registration not required. FHN Podiatrist Roland Tolliver, DPM, FACFAS will talk about Foot Care. For more information, call 815-599-6701. |
| MAY06 | COVID-19 Booster Vaccinations, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. 1763 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport COVID-19 Booster Vaccinations, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1763 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport Register for your vaccination booster at https://fhn.org/vaccination-booster-signup-may.asp. Those receiving their initial vaccination will have their second vaccination date at the same time approximately 28 days following the first shot. |
| MAY07 | Heartsaver: First Aid, CPR & AED, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Heartsaver: First Aid, CPR & AED, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Hands-on learning program to teach members how to perform high-quality CPR, first aid, and proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use in adults, children, and infants. The course is $60, which includes student workbook and CPR certification card that is valid for 2 years. Instructor is Shelby Logemann. Registration is required. For more information or to register, use our registration form, or you can call 815-599-6707 or email coil@fhn.org. |
| MAY09 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| MAY10 | ‘No Child Wet Behind' Giveaway for Parents in Need ‘No Child Wet Behind' Giveaway for Parents in Need
The diaper is one of the many overlooked costs of poverty. Babies require up to 12 diapers a day, and toddlers can require as many as 8. State and national safety-net programs do not assist with diapers for families living in poverty. The FHN Value Support Team has organized a diaper (and other essentials) giveaway for parents in Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties. The diapers and other essentials for the event have been donated by FHN and Aramark team members. No Child Wet Behind will be held from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (or while supply lasts) Tuesday, May 10 in the Lincoln Mall parking lot, 1247 W. Galena Avenue in Freeport. Parents are invited to receive a free a bundle of size-appropriate diapers (sizes 2 and up) for each child in their household at this free, drive-through, COVID-19 safe event. Each household also will receive an essentials bundle containing baby wipes, wash, lotion, and powder. Parents may also receive a free car seat check at the event, and speak with representatives from WIC and Illinois Family Connects. Information about and support for breastfeeding, postpartum depression, and other health concerns will be available at the event, as well. |
| MAY10 | No Child Wet Behind Giveaway for Parents in Need, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lincoln Mall parking lot, 1247 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport No Child Wet Behind Giveaway for Parents in Need, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lincoln Mall parking lot, 1247 W. Galena Avenue, Freeport Parents are invited to receive a free a bundle of size-appropriate diapers (sizes 2 and up) for each child in their household at this free, drive-through event. Each household also will receive an essentials bundle containing baby wipes, wash, lotion, and powder. Parents may also receive a free car seat check at the event, and speak with representatives from WIC and Illinois Family Connects. Information about postpartum depression and other health concerns will be available at the event, as well. |
| MAY10 | Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m. FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 1 – 4 p.m.
FACC, 514 S. Chicago, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY11 | Prenatal Class, 5 – 8 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level Prenatal Class, 5 – 8 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, Conference Dining Room in the Lower Level May 11 & 12, 5-8 p.m. This class provides information about pregnancy, labor, delivery, cesarean sections and postpartum recovery. Register at fhn.org/ob, or for more information, call 815-599-6221. |
| MAY11 | Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY14 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. American Legion, 811 Anson Street, Warren, IL Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
American Legion, 811 Anson Street, Warren, IL The Warren Senior Expo is sponsored by the Village of Warren & Warren Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the United Way of Northwest Illinois and the Freeport Community Foundation. |
| MAY14 | Walk With a Doc, 8 a.m. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport Walk With a Doc, 8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |
| MAY14 | Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m. Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Blood Pressure Screening, 9 – 11 a.m.
Pearl City United Methodist Church, 411 S. Main, Pearl City Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY14 | BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport BLS for Healthcare Professionals, 8 a.m. – noon
Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Hands-on course designed to teach healthcare professionals how to perform high-quality CPR individually or as part of a team. Basic Life Support (BLS) skills are applicable to any healthcare setting. Course is $40, which includes BLS provider manual and certification card valid for 2 years. Open only to healthcare professionals; registration is required. Instructor is Shelby Logemann. For more information you can call 815-599-6707 or email coil@fhn.org. |
| MAY17 | The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m. FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level The First Steps Grief Support Group, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms - Lower Level No charge; registration not required. For more information, call FHN Pastoral Care at 815-599-7240. |
| MAY17 | Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m. Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening, 3 – 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY17 | Free Vein Screening (by appointment), 2 – 4 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Free Vein Screening (by appointment), 2 – 4 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Achy, tired legs can be a symptom of venous disease. Schedule a free screening at the FHN Vein Center to see if our experts can help. Non-cosmetic treatment options are covered by most insurance carriers, including Medicaid. For an appointment, call 815-599-VEIN (8346). |
| MAY19 | Free Vein Screenings (by appointment), 2 – 4 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Free Vein Screenings (by appointment), 2 – 4 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Achy, tired legs can be a symptom of venous disease. Schedule a free screening at the FHN Vein Center to see if our experts can help. Non-cosmetic treatment options are covered by most insurance carriers, including Medicaid. For an appointment, call 815-599-VEIN (8346). |
| MAY19 | Blood Pressure Screening - CANCELLED, 3 – 5 p.m. Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Blood Pressure Screening - CANCELLED, 3 – 5 p.m.
Joseph’s Pantry, 406 S. Adams, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY21 | CANCELLED - Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CANCELLED - Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Globe and Deaconess Rooms, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport Class designed to prepare students in grades 6- 8 to be safe when they're home alone or babysitting. Full-day course is $50, which includes the Safe Sitter Essentials Student Handbook and completion card and basic CPR skill practice. (Class does not qualify for CPR certification.) Financial assistance is available for eligible students; call 815-599-6707 for more information about eligibility. Instructor is Shelby Logemann. |
| MAY23 | Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m. FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level Living Through Grief, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Cafeteria Dining Rooms - Lower Level For more information, call 815-599-7240. |
| MAY24 | Booster-Only COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. 1763 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport
Booster-Only COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1763 S. Dirck Drive, Freeport First or second Moderna booster shots will be available at this event for those eligible individuals having received their first booster at least 4 months ago. Registration required at https://www.fhn.org/vaccination-booster-signup-may.asp. |
| MAY25 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. New Jerusalem Food Pantry, 4 E. Iroquois Street, Freeport
Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Food Pantry, 4 E. Iroquois Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| MAY28 | Walk With a Doc, 8 a.m. Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport Walk With a Doc, 8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport (Sign in is located at the concession stand) This FREE 30- to 45-minute Walk is a safe, fun, family- and pet-friendly way to get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. FHN is proud to be a part of the nationwide program Walk with a Doc, which gives people a chance to take a walk and learn about their health from a local healthcare professional. Each walk is led by an FHN team member who will speak briefly before the walk begins. A complete schedule and more information about Walk with a Doc is available at www.fhn.org/WWAD. |