Health screenings, events and support groups throughout the county.
EVENTS
VETERANS PROGRAM: As we honor the men and women who died while serving their country this Memorial Day, Mundelein Park & Recreation District pays tribute by helping the wounded, ill or injured military personnel by providing a way of transitioning back into the community through fitness. Healthy Minds Healthy Bodies program (healthymindshealthybodies.org) offers veterans two free one-year memberships to Park View Health & Fitness; one for the veteran and one for a workout partner of their choice. Also included is up to 15 free personal training sessions for the veteran, networking opportunities and support. The veteran’s commitment to HMHB is a set schedule of training sessions and/or solo work in addition to attending the monthly socials. To qualify for HMHB at Park View Health & Fitness, a veteran needs: honorable/medical discharge on DD214, 10 percent disability rating or higher assigned by the VA, disability rating applied for, in medical review, or under appeal, non-service connected injury, note from civilian doctor, VOC/PVA representative and must reside within the SRACLC (sraclc.org) boundaries. The program offers professional guidance to set up on a safe fitness routine and a successful path to reach goals. HMHB includes monthly networking opportunities to provide mentoring, peer support and connecting with other veteran organizations. These socials vary from speakers, workshops, to activities in a “veteran-friendly” atmosphere. Details, (847) 388-5430.
SCREENINGS
HEALTHQUEST: Complimentary blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol screenings at 10 a.m. Mondays in May at Park Place Senior Center, 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan. Details, (847) 244-9242.
HIV COUNSELING: The Health Department’s Sexually Transmitted Infections Program offers free HIV counseling and testing Monday through Friday at the Belvidere Medical Building, 2400 Belvidere Road, Waukegan. Information about viral hepatitis and screening for sexually transmitted infections is also available. Details, (847) 377-8450.
IMMUNIZATIONS: Child immunization clinic hours are by appointment at the Health Department’s Immunizations Clinic, 2303 Dodge Ave., Waukegan, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays; from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; and from 9 to 11 a.m. the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Details, (847) 377-8470. Flu and pneumonia vaccines to the general public by appointment only. Details, call (847) 377-8470.
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SUPPORT
DEAF AND HEARING LOSS: Support for individuals that are deaf or hard of hearing meets 1 p.m. May 27 at Waukegan Township’s Park Place, 414 S. Lewis Ave. The group will be facilitated by Julie Kneip, a board-certified doctor of audiology at Hearing Associates, Inc. Details, (847) 244-9242.
DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE OF ANTIOCH: Group meets at 6 p.m. Sundays. For locations and more information, call Judy at (87) 245-3924 or email [email protected].
DIABETES: A group for patients and their families or caregivers offers education to support and help manage diabetes at 6:30 p.m. May 25 at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville. Details, (800) 323-8622.
IMPRISONED FAMILIES LIMITED: A group meets at 7 p.m. May 27 at First Presbyterian Church in Libertyville, 219 W. Maple Ave. The group is a non-denominational small group which meets in a confidential setting to provide support, share experiences, discuss coping strategies and assistance to progress through the process and emotions involved in having a family member facing incarceration or already in prison. Details, (847) 615-8220.
LIFE AFTER STROKE: Group meets 10 a.m. May 27 at Park Place Senior Center, 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan. Facilitated by registered nurse Che Estrella, stroke coordinator from Vista Health Systems. Complimentary transportation provided to Waukegan Township residents age 55 and up by calling three days in advance at (847) 599-2932. Details, (847) 244-9242.
LOSS (Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide): A group meets at 5 p.m. May 28 to provide services for those who are grieving a death by suicide of a family member or close friend. Meeting is at Carmel High School, One Carmel Parkway, Mundelein. Details, (312) 655-7283.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS: A self-help support group meets at 7 p.m. May 26 at Cornerstone Community Church, 40413 N. Delany Road, Wadsworth. The group focuses on personal sharing of MS experiences, and the latest information about MS. Details, (847) 599-8331.
PARKINSON’S DISEASE: Support group for those with Parkinson’s disease and their friends and family members meets at 7 p.m. May 27 at Advocate Condell West Tower Education Room. Details, (800) 990-5275.
REASON FOR HOPE: Cancer Support Group meets at 7 p.m. May 28 at First United Methodist Church, corner of West Street and Martin Luther King Drive, Waukegan. For patients, survivors, caregivers and those who have lost a loved one. Details, (847) 791-7843.
LOOKING UP: Support group for anyone experiencing a loss meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Advocate Condell Day Center, 700 Garfield Ave., Libertyville. Details, (847) 990-5275.
MILITARY AND VETERANS: A drop-in support group for veterans and service members to gather for conversation, “Cup-A-Joe,” at 5 p.m. Wednesdays, at Julie’s Coffee, 216 N. Milwaukee Ave.; at 1 p.m. Thursday at Veteran’s Assistance Commission, 20 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.; and at 5 p.m. Thursdays at It’s All Good Coffee and Espresso, 2780 Sheridan Road, Zion. Funded by Lake County Veterans and Family Services Foundation. Details, (847) 377-8386.
NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS OF LAKE COUNTY: The mission is to provide support, education, advocacy, and resources to those who suffer from neurobiological brain disorders and their families. The Healthy Living Group meets 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Lake County Health Department, 3002 Grand Ave., Waukegan. Family and Friends group meets 7 p.m. May 12 at Warren-Newport Library, 224 N. O’Plaine Road, Gurnee. Visit http://www.NamiLake-IL.org or call (847) 689-0509.
CHAT NIGHT: Open Chat Night is open to all those who are deaf or hard of hearing, audiologists, teachers, ASL interpreters and students from 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays at http://www.OpenChatNight.com.
CAREGIVER: A support group for caregivers of people 60 and older is held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Warren Township Senior Center, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. Details, (847) 244-1101.
MOST EXCELLENT WAY: Restoration program for those addicted to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, pornography, sex, gambling, food disorders, anger, behavior problems and other life-controlling problems meets at 7 p.m. Fridays at Calvary Chapel Church, 38451 N. Fairfield Road, Lake Villa. Also for family and friends. Details, (847) 814-3911.
PSYCHIC: The Chakra Psychic, 29 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake, is a place where people can go for full spiritual enlightenment and possibly get answers and solutions. Details, (847) 372-3618.
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