By affiliating with Mercyhealth, FHN is creating opportunities to enhance patient care, expand services, and upgrade facilities and technology in the FHN service area.
Six FHN providers have been chosen as finalists for the FHN Physician and FHN Advanced Practice Professional of the Year Awards
Let us know how we can improve our communication with you and be entered to win $100 gift card!
As the flu season begins, it's important to get your annual flu shot - take advantage of an FHN walk-in clinic.
If you have Medicare Part B, you can schedule a Wellness Visit every 12 months to develop or update a personalized prevention plan.
Thank you for partnering with the FHN Foundation to deliver healthcare excellence for our communities!
Knowing where to seek care ensures you get the right treatment when it matters most.
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The public is invited to learn more about Diabetes and how to manage your overall health from FHN providers.
You could be in danger of developing diabetes and not know it. Register now to get the facts on how to prevent or delay diabetes.
Join us for FHN's Festival of Trees events as we celebrate the season – there's something for everyone!
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 | |
| NOV04 | FHN Diabetes Wellness Day, 2 – 5 p.m. FHN Diabetes Wellness Day, 2 – 5 p.m.
Stephenson County Farm Bureau 210 W. Spring Street, Freeport FREE screenings (blood glucose, blood pressure, BMI; hearing; foot screens and nail care information) and information on managing your health and well-being. Learn more about managing diabetes, healthy cooking, exercise, and more – and sign up for door prizes! For more information, visit www.fhn.org. |
| NOV05 | 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 Participation is free for anyone in the general public who has diabetes, and no referral or registration is required. Meetings are facilitated by FHN Diabetes Educators. For more information, call 815-599-6253. |
| NOV06 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Great River Outreach, 411 Main St, Savanna Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV10 | 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. |
| NOV11 | Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Liberty Estates, 2170 Navajo Dr, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV11 | Small Steps. Big Rewards., 5:30 – 7 p.m. Small Steps. Big Rewards., 5:30 – 7 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center - Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport This pre-diabetes class, a joint program of the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, helps individuals at risk for Type 2 diabetes take the first step toward preventing diabetes and living a healthier, longer life. Non-fasting glucose screenings will be available to attendees from 5 – 5:30 p.m. No charge; registration is required. To register or for more information, call 815-599-6253 or visit fhn.org/smallsteps. |
| NOV11 | Prenatal Class (Session 1), 5 – 7 p.m. Prenatal Class (Session 1), 5 – 7 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport - Conference Dining Room 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 1, FHN OB Department staff will discuss labor and delivery, newborn care, and provide a tour of the OB Unit. Register for all sessions online at fhn.org/ob or call 815-599-6221 for more information. |
| NOV12 | 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. |
| NOV13 | Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport Open to the public; no cost or registration required. |
| NOV13 | 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. |
