Northwest suburban health and fitness
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, etc. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Nov. 12
NAMI Family Support and Information meeting: 6:45-8:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Kenneth Young Center, 1101 Rohlwing Road, Elk Grove Village. For any family member, friend or loved one of an adult 18 and older with mental illness. Gina, (630) 302-2530
Grief support group: 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday Nov. 12, Midwest Palliative 7 Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Drop-in group. (847) 556-1602 or ecramer@cancercenter.org.
Fiber for You: Whole Grains in Your Diet: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Learn all about fiber and how to add more to a daily diet. Registration required; call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Improving Memory Through Conversation: 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Lecturer and teacher Kimberlee Otto of the School of Metaphysics will present a program on improving memory and concentration. For information, visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org or call (847) 459-4100.
About hospice: In honor of National Hospice Month, Ornela St. George, community education representative of Odyssey Health Care will speak on "The Myths of Hospice" at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Ten key points will be discussed. This is free and open to the public, but reservations are encouraged. Contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
BACOA Alzheimer's Group: 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Mary Ann Greene, bereavement counselor with Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, discusses strategies for coping with holiday stress. For information and registration, call Bonnie, (847) 852-3890.
Nov. 13
CPR & AED class: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 and Monday, Dec. 21, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Learn the latest American Red Cross techniques in CPR, including AED training. $49-$59. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.
NAMI Connections support group: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Hospital lobby, 1650 Moon Lake Drive, Hoffman Estates. For persons ages 18 and over with any mental illness. Connect with others, learn how to cope and recover. Carol, (847) 352-6708.
Nov. 14
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster, room 1062, Park Ridge. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call (847) 716-2252.
Childhood cancer: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Wellness Place, 1619 W. Colonial Parkway, Palatine. "Innovative Self-Care for Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer" presented by Mary Sinclair and Lori Mackey. Family-oriented workshop. Register at (847) 221-2400.
Blood drive: Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett will host a community Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 14. Heartland Blood Centers will sponsor the event. For an appointment, call Holly Gould at (224) 238-3093. Walk-ins are welcome. Living Lord Church is located at 1044 Congress Drive, just south of Stearns Road on Route 59.
Seasonal flu clinic: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Walk-in seasonal flu shots. Children ages 3-9 require physician's order; children 6-35 months will not be given a flu shot at this clinic. Free for those who present a card for Medicare B coverage of Railroad Retirement Insurance. All others $20 per person, cash and checks only. For information, (847) 618-4358.
BACOA Parkinson's Group: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Performing Arts Center at The Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington. Amy Bash, a licensed clinical social worker, will discuss depression. To register, (847) 852-3890.
Teen Yoga and Yogurt: Noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can start out with lessons on improving balance, flexibility and core and muscle strength, then enjoy nutritional yogurt smoothies. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Health fair: 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Northwest Community Hospital will provide seasonal flu inoculations during the church's annual health fair. The fair is open to the community and inoculations will be given on a first-come, first-served basis for $20, or bring a Medicare Part B card for free coverage. Programs presented as part of the fair will include "Faith and Good Health: A Wellness Assessment," "Living Well: What's Faith Got to Do with It - Integrating Body, Mind and Spirit," and an "Ask the Doc" discussion on blood tests and guideposts to better health. For information, call (847) 255-8700, ext. 230.
Run/walk with Stay Fit: 7 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Stay Fit Clinic, 127 S. Prospect Ave., Mount Prospect. Run or walk with Stay Fit Physical Therapy and Core Wellness. All levels. (847) 255-2348
Nov. 16
Mourning to Meaning: Meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Hospice of Northeastern Illinois Crystal Lake workstation, 390 East Congress Parkway, Suite E in Crystal Lake. To register or for information, call (847) 381-5599, or e-mail nbillman@HospiceAnswers.org.
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Alexian Center for Mental Health, 3350 Salt Creek lane, Arlington Heights. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call Star, (847) 899-0195.
Handling the Holidays: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, Wellness Place, 1619 W. Colonial Parkway, Palatine. "Handling the Holidays, When Someone You Love has Died" will be presented by Cathy Fine, bereavement counselor and Kathy Socortino, clinical specialist. To register, (847) 221-2400.
Nov. 17
Healing Our Lost Dreams support group: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, The Counseling Center of Advocate Medical Group, 1610 Luther Lane, Park Ridge. For persons who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. (847) 795-3100.
PIETA: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Hurley Center at Saint Edna Church, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. For mothers who have lost a son or daughter. Call Margaret Moser, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Respiratory Rally: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Meridian Banquet and Conference Center, 1701 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows. A conference and luncheon for people living with COPD, their families and their caregivers, with education sessions on management and treatment strategies, breathing techniques, tips on oxygen use and COPD medications, refreshments, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency testing, on-site supplemental oxygen and exhibit access. $25. For information, call Claire at (312) 627-0227.
Self Care for Caregivers: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Renaissance Gardens at Sedgebrook, 960 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire. Free seminar for retirees, adult children and caregivers. Participants will learn techniques to help care of their physical, spiritual and emotional needs while they are also providing care for a loved one. To register, call (847) 876-2410.
BACOA Medicare Part D consultation: Monday Nov. 17-Friday, Dec. 11 by appointment only. The Barrington Area Council on Aging is scheduling Medicare Part D Consultation appointments before the annual open enrollment period for Medicare which is Nov. 15-Dec. 31. For information or to make an appointment, call (847) 381-5030.
Memory screenings: By appointment, starting at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. First St., Wheeling. For anyone concerned about memory loss or experiencing warning signs of dementia; whose family and friends have noticed changes in them; or who believe they are at risk due to a family history of Alzheimer's disease or a related illness. Screenings also are appropriate for anyone who does not have a concern now, but wants to establish a baseline score for comparison in the future. For an appointment, call Jan Christiansen, at (847) 459-2670.
NAMI Connections support group: 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Kenneth Young Center, 1001 Rohlwing Road, Elk Grove Village. For persons ages 18 and over with any mental illness. Connect with others, learn how to cope and recover. Michelle, (847) 524-2690.
Free track workouts: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, Most Field, behind Palatine Village Hall, Northwest Highway and Wood Street. Division II All-American and 19-time All Conference heptathlete Cody Varner puts runners of all ages, shapes, sizes and experience levels through their paces at Elite Athletic Development's free weekly track workouts. For information, (847) 394-8110 or jim@eadperformancecenter.com.
Nov. 18
MS support group: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Elk Grove Village Library, 1001 Wellington. People living with MS, and caregivers are welcome. Call (630) 860-0281.
NAMI Family Support Meeting: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Hanover Township Office, 8N180 Route 59, Bartlett. . For any family member, friend or loved one of an adult 18 or older with mental illness. namiht@usa.net.
Visual impaired support group: 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Schaumburg Township Disability Services, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Register with Bonnie, (847) 884-0030, ext. 2022.
LOSS program: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Holy Family Church counseling center, 2515 Palatine Road, Inverness. For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. (847) 376-2118.
Bereavement Group: 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Jewish Child and Family Services, 1156 W. Shure Drive, suite 180, Arlington Heights. For widows and widowers. $7 per session. Rosalie, (224) 625-2819 or jcfs.org.
Community respite care program: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Christus Victor Lutheran Church, Elk Grove Village. Designed to nurture older adults cognitively, physically and spiritually through structured programs and to give caregivers a respite. Sara, (847) 437-2666, ext. 24.
Nov. 19
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Palatine Township Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Caregiver support group for individuals caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. For information, call Megan Conway at (847) 991-1112 or ptscc.org.
Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, lower level conference room of Lutheran General Hospital's Nesset Pavilion, 1775 Ballard Road in Park Ridge. Co-sponsored by Advocate Medical Group and the Alzheimer's Association. Meetings are free and no registration is required. Call (847) 318-2501
Diabetes Boot Camp: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, 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.
LOSS program: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, Carmel High School, 1 Carmel Parkway, Mundelein. For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. (847) 376-2118.
Nov. 20
NAMI Connections support group: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Hospital lobby, 1650 Moon Lake Drive, Hoffman Estates. For persons ages 18 and over with any mental illness. Connect with others, learn how to cope and recover. Carol, (847) 352-6708.
Nov. 21
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster, room 1062, Park Ridge. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call (847) 716-2252.
Nov. 23
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Alexian Center for Mental Health, 3350 Salt Creek lane, Arlington Heights. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call Star, (847) 899-0195.
Alzheimer's disease caregiver support group: 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Arlington Heights Village Hall, 33 S. Arlington Heights Road. Community support group provides emotional support and practical information for family members and caregivers. For information and meeting confirmation, call (800) 272-3900. Support group leader is Dolores, (847) 253-8268.
Meditation Session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday Nov. 23, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. What is meditation, how to mediate and why meditate. To register, (847) 253-5532.
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Strengthen the immune system; improve breathing, blood flow and digestion; adjust blood pressure, more. Free, no registration necessary. (847) 253-5532.
Zumba Gold: 5:30-6:15 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 23-Dec. 28 or 9:15-10 a.m. Saturdays, Dec. 5-Jan. 2, Prairie Lakes, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines. Lower intensity, slower Zumba class for the exercise beginner ages 14 and over. $25-$30. (847) 391-5700 or desplainesparks.org.
Nov. 24
Hospice volunteer orientation: Tuesday, Nov. 24, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Orientation includes a brief overview of hospice and palliative care, programs and services, volunteer opportunities and a tour of the Glenview campus. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth at (847) 556-1982.
Grief to Hope Group: 9:30-11 a. m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 West Central Road. The Center for Loss and Hope at Hospice of Northeastern Illinois offers regular drop-in groups to help those dealing with the death of a loved one. To register or for information on the groups or Hospice of Northeastern Illinois' Center for Loss and Hope, call (847) 381-5599, or e-mail nbillman@HospiceAnswers.org.
Phoenix Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Saint Edna Hurley Center, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road. Support group, all ages, for those struggling with divorce. Free. For information, call Denise Novak, (847) 392-3155 or Margaret Moser, director of human concerns, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Morning Circle: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, Saint Edna Hurley Center, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Grief support group for those who have been widowed. Call Margaret Moser, director of human concerns, (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.
Nov. 26
Thanksgiving Day exercise: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26, RecPlex, 420 W. Dempster St., Mount Prospect. 75-minute class includes cardio, toning, stretching and relaxation to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. $5 Register in advance (847) 640-1000.
Thanksgiving Spin class: 8-8:45 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26, RecPlex, 420 W. Dempster St., Mount Prospect. 45-minute spin class. $10. (847) 640-1000.
Nov 27
Memorial service: In honor of National Hospice Month, Chaplain Lori Geschrey, of Odyssey Hospice will lead a Quarterly Memorial Service, honoring individuals who have passed away in the last three months at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Special music, a candle-lighting service and a time for sharing is included. This is free and open to the public, but reservations are encouraged. Contact (630) 213-0100 or rlopienski@pathwaysl.com.
Nov. 28
NAMI Connections support group: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Hospital lobby, 1650 Moon Lake Drive, Hoffman Estates. For persons ages 18 and over with any mental illness. Connect with others, learn how to cope and recover. Carol, (847) 352-6708.
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, Lutheran General Hospital, 1775 Dempster, room 1062, Park Ridge. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call (847) 716-2252.
ALS support group: 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, St. Alexius Medical Center, Hoffman Estates. Les Turner ALS Foundation hosts support group for ALS patients and caregivers. RSVP to Claire Owen, (847) 679-3311 or cowen@lesturnerals.org.
Nov. 30
NAMI Recovery Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, Alexian Center for Mental Health, 3350 Salt Creek lane, Arlington Heights. Support group for persons with any mental illness age 18 and over. Call Star, (847) 899-0195.
Dec. 5
Fitness open house: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 5, 420 W. Dempster St., Mount Prospect. RecPlex unveils 23 pieces of new Life Fitness equipment, demonstrations of equipments, Q & A, raffles. (847) 640-1000.
Dec. 14
Meditation Session: 3-4:30 p.m. Monday Dec. 14, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. What is meditation, how to mediate and why meditate. To register, (847) 253-5532.
Laughter Club: 2-2:45 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Strengthen the immune system; improve breathing, blood flow and digestion; adjust blood pressure, more. Free, no registration necessary. (847) 253-5532.
Dec. 16
Visual impaired support group: 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Schaumburg Township Disability Services, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Register with Bonnie, (847) 884-0030, ext. 2022.
Dec. 17
Diabetes Boot Camp: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 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.
Ongoing
Walkers club: The Arlington Heights Walkers Club, from the Arlington Heights Senior Center, invites walkers to join them during business hours Monday-Saturday at 1801 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights. The club is co-sponsored by Northwest Community Hospital's Healthy Aging/Senior Services. For information, (847) 253-5532.
Wheeling Chapter of T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Meets 5:30-7 p.m., Mondays; AMVETS Phillip Carpenter Post 66, 700 McHenry Road, Wheeling. Visit tops.org or call (847) 37-8666.
Mount Prospect Jazzercise: 2354 S. Elmhurst Road, Mount Prospect. Over 30 classes per week. smbjazz.com or (773) 227-7167.
Palatine Jazzercise: 1294 E. Dundee Road, Palatine. For class schedule, visit smbjazz.com or call (773) 227-7167.
Streamwood Jazzercise: 550 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood. For information or to register, contact Jeaneen at jeaneenjazz@sbcglobal.net or call (847) 584-1969.
Hoffman Estates Jazzercise: 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. For information or to register, contact Jeaneen at jeaneenjazz@sbcglobal.net or call (847) 584-1969.
Aqua Arthritis Classes: Held weekly, Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, 601 W. Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Designed to loosen joints and relieve some of the pain associated with arthritis. Non-Member registration available. Call at (847) 353-7500
Open Yoga Practice: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Highland Park Hospital Health and Fitness Center, 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove. For information, call (847) 229-0292.
Jewish Yoga: Yoga is going strong at Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. A class is offered from 11:30 to 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The class is open to nonmembers. Call for pricing details, (847) 459-1677. In addition, a drop-in class is offered from noon to 1:15 p.m. the first Sunday of the month. This class is free with a suggested donation for attendance.