Lake Co. health and fitness briefs
Events that focus on physical and mental health, well-being and fitness, including runs, walks, exercise events, classes, health screenings, mental health screenings and support information, support groups starting up. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.
July 23
Survivors of Suicide: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, Carmel High School, One Carmel Parkway, Mundelein. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago invites those who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide to participate. Call (847) 376-2118.
Advocate Condell Medical Center Fundraiser: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 23, Advocate Condell Medical Center 801 S. Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville. Jewelry will be sold for both men and women. All proceeds will be going to benefit the medical center. For information, call (847) 990-5615.
July 24
Arthritis Foundation exercise program: 10:45 a.m. Friday, July 24, Lake Barrington Shores Recreation Center. Exercise program specifically designed for people with arthritis. Program emphasizes relaxation and joint-protection techniques that participants can practice at home. $4. To register, call Linda, (847) 852-3892 or Patricia, (224) 622-1518.
July 27
Blood Pressure Testing: 9-11 a.m. Monday, July 27, Waukegan Post Office, 326 North Genesee St., Waukegan. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center will offer blood pressure testing and education for adults at no charge to Lake County residents . For information, call (847) 377-8182.
July 28
Caregivers Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. This group is open to families who are caring for an adult. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
July 29
Boot Camp for new Dads: 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays, July 29, Sept. 23, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. New fathers learn how to take care of a new baby from pediatricians and other experienced fathers. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Meditation: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Meditate at the library with Om Jahari, and learn relaxation techniques and breathing tips. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
July 30
Diabetes Boot Camp: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 30, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 19, and Dec. 17, Community Healthcare room in the Outpatient Pavilion of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Highway 22, Barrington. Designed for diabetic individuals and their support system. Free. Register at (800) 323-8622 use code 3DO3.
Condell's New Life Center Tour: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 30, Aug. 27 and Sept. 4 and Tuesday, Aug. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Tour the new life center and see an overview of services. Expectant mothers can register for delivery during this class. Tour is free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Aug. 1
Caring for your newborn: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Aug. 1 and Sept. 19, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Expecting parents learn how to care for their new baby. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Zumba: 1-2:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, Hunt Club Community Park District, 920 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee. Try the growing fitness trend. Free, but register in advance - space is limited. Register by calling Amber Patton, at (847) 599-3778. For information, visit gurneeparkdistrict.com.
Aug. 4
Womenheart Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 4 and Sept. 1, Condell Day Center Living Room, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Women who have experienced heart disease can benefit from sharing their thoughts, concerns and feelings with other women. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Sleep Apnea Vendor Fair: 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center's Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Stop at the fair to see the latest sleep apnea equipment. Bring current equipment for a free pressure and oximetry check. For information call (847) 990-5850
Aug. 6
Alzheimer's Support Group: 2-3 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, Westmoreland Library, Lake Forest Hospital, 660 N. Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest. Meets the first Thursday of every month. All are welcome. No registration required. For information, call Sandy Summers, at (847) 535-6764.
Aug. 11
Child and Adult Immunizations: 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 11 and Sept. 8, Advocate Condell Medical Center's Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. The Lake County Health Department offers immunizations and booster shots. Bring immunization records. Prices vary for ages 19 and older; $10 per child immunization. No appointment is needed; call (847) 362-2905, ext. 1444.
Aug. 13
The Humor Exchange: 7-9 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 13 and Sept. 10, Condell's Centre Club, 1405 Hunt Club Road, Gurnee. Experience the medical benefits of mirth and laughter. Free. Call HealthAdvisor, at (800) 323-8622.
CPR Classes for Health Care Providers: 6-10 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 13 and Oct. 8, Advocate Condell Medical Center's Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Health Care Providers can learn life saving CPR for patients of all ages. $65; registration is required. Call (847) 990-5600 or visit condell.org.
Aug. 19
Breast-feeding 101: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 19 and Sept. 16, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. A certified lactation consultant provides information about getting started, successful technique, planning for work-related separation, pumping and breast care. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5570.
Aug. 20
WomenHeart: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 20, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17, Lake Forest Hospital Health Education Center, 660 North Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest. Women who have been touched by heart disease can share their experiences at a support group. For information, call Debbie Dunn, at (847) 987-8074 or visit womenheart.org.
Aug. 21
Breast Cancer Support: 1-2:30 p.m. Fridays, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. This group is open to survivors of breast cancer. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Aug. 25
Caregivers Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. This group is open to families who are caring for an adult. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Aug. 26
Diabetes Support Group: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 26 and Sept. 23, Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. This program gives out education and support to manage diabetes. For information, call (847) 990-5579.
Prepared Childbirth/C-section: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 26 and Sept. 30, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Parents that are expecting to deliver by C-section will learn about the surgery, hospital stay and care and discharge. Free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Aug. 27
Diabetes Boot Camp: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 19, and Dec. 17, Community Healthcare room in the Outpatient Pavilion of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Highway 22, Barrington. Designed for diabetic individuals and their support system. Free. Register at (800) 323-8622 use code 3DO3.
Condell's New Life Center Tour: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 27 and Sept. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Tour the new life center and see an overview of services. Expectant mothers can register for delivery during this class. Tour is free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Sept. 1
Womenheart Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, Condell Day Center Living Room, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Women who have experienced heart disease can benefit from sharing their thoughts, concerns and feelings with other women. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Sept. 3
Alzheimer's Support Group: 2-3 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, Westmoreland Library, Lake Forest Hospital, 660 N. Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest. Meets the first Thursday of every month. All are welcome. No registration required. For information, call Sandy Summers, at (847) 535-6764.
Sept. 4
Condell's New Life Center Tour: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Tour the new life center and see an overview of services. Expectant mothers can register for delivery during this class. Tour is free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Sept. 8
Child and Adult Immunizations: 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, Advocate Condell Medical Center's Conference Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. The Lake County Health Department offers immunizations and booster shots. Bring immunization records. Prices vary for ages 19 and older; $10 per child immunization. No appointment is needed; call (847) 362-2905, ext. 1444.
Sept. 10
The Humor Exchange: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, Condell's Centre Club, 1405 Hunt Club Road, Gurnee. Experience the medical benefits of mirth and laughter. Free. Call HealthAdvisor, at (800) 323-8622.
Sept. 16
Breast-feeding 101: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. A certified lactation consultant provides information about getting started, successful technique, planning for work-related separation, pumping and breast care. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5570.
Sept. 17
WomenHeart: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17, Lake Forest Hospital Health Education Center, 660 North Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest. Women who have been touched by heart disease can share their experiences at a support group. For information, call Debbie Dunn, at (847) 987-8074 or visit womenheart.org.
Sept. 18
Breast Cancer Support: 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. This group is open to survivors of breast cancer. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Sept. 19
Caring for your newborn: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Expecting parents learn how to care for their new baby. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Sept. 20
Teen Parenting, A New Beginning: 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Teenagers will learn about anatomical and physiological changes that will happen during a pregnancy, labor and newborn care. $10. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Sept. 21
Look Good, Feel Better: 4-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, Condell Day center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Women who are undergoing cancer treatments will experience positive ways to enhance appearance and self-esteem. This meeting is free. For information, call (847) 990-5818
Sept. 22
Caregivers Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. This group is open to families who are caring for an adult. For information, call (847) 990-5818.
Sept. 23
Boot Camp for new Dads: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. New fathers learn how to take care of a new baby from pediatricians and other experienced fathers. $20. For information, call (847) 990-5770.
Diabetes Support Group: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. This program gives out education and support to manage diabetes. For information, call (847) 990-5579.
Sept. 24
Diabetes Boot Camp: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 19, and Dec. 17, Community Healthcare room in the Outpatient Pavilion of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 W. Highway 22, Barrington. Designed for diabetic individuals and their support system. Free. Register at (800) 323-8622 use code 3DO3.
Sept. 30
Prepared Childbirth/C-section: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, Advocate Condell Medical Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Parents that are expecting to deliver by C-section will learn about the surgery, hospital stay and care and discharge. Free. For information, call (847) 990-5770.