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Classes, Support & Events
A Gift for Your Health Walk for Life 2013 Saturday, October 19, 2013 Blood Drive
3rd Tuesday of every month, 12:00pm-1:00pm Reservations are required for each event. RSVP at 312.567.6700, or online. Please register individually for each talk that you will be attending.
Mercy Farm Stand Be sure to visit the Farm Stand and purchase some of Mercy’s delicious produce grown right here in our Community Garden and from our partner Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest! Farm Stands will continue every Friday through September. Gentle Yoga for Women on a Breast Cancer Journey levels and assist in healing the mind and body after treatment. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or mat. Free to all breast cancer survivors. For more information, please call 312.567.6724.
Practice traditional Hatha Yoga methods, which can improve flexibility, muscle tone, circulation, and stamina. For more information and to register, please call Anita Cooper at 312.326.2979. Fees apply.
Remedy QiGong Breast Cancer Support Group Upcoming dates: February 22, March 22, April 26, May 24 All sessions are at 11am Mercy Hospital; 12th Floor Conference Room All are welcome! This monthly support group provides participants the opportunity to share experiences as well as to receive and offer support. Limited individual sessions are also available. For more information and to register, please call 312-567-5472. Refreshments provided.
Chemotherapy Support Group
Second Thursday of each month; 3:00pm Chemotherapy treatment can take a toll on a person’s health—both physically and mentally. Patients, as well as their caregivers and loved ones, can feel isolated, frustrated and alone. Attending a support group provides individuals the opportunity to receive and offer support. By meeting regularly, participants help one another face and overcome common challenges by sharing experiences and encouraging one another. Participation is open to those currently receiving chemotherapy treatment as well as to those who have completed treatment. Loved ones and caregivers are welcome! For more information call Colleen at 312.567.6129. Women surviving cancer are invited to learn how yoga can increase energy levels and assist in healing the mind and body after treatment. Classes are specifically tailored to the needs of breast cancer survivors! Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or mat. Free to all breast cancer survivors. For more information, please call 312.567.6724.
The Latest Cancer Treatments Aren't Always Prescribed by Doctors! Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite and strength. But it doesn't have to take away her self-confidence! Look Good...Feel Better® is a free, non-medical, program that teaches beauty techniques to women cancer patients in active treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Trained, volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products. Learn make-up tips, skin and nail care tips, as well as suggestions for wits, turbans, and scarves. Participants receive complimnentary makeup kits. Caregivers are welcome, but cosmetic kits are limited to patients only. For more information and to register for this event, please call 312.567.5472.
Any patient who has had lymph nodes removed or radiated in the under arm or groin regions is at risk for developing Lymphedema--chronic swelling of an arm or leg. Join Mercy experts and learn about the function of the lymphatic system, how to prevent and treat lymphedema, the warning signs of lymphedema and how to respond. Patients, caregivers, and health care practitioners are welcome!
For more information and to RSVP, please call 312.567.6724.
Free, informational and participatory prostate cancer support group for newly diagnosed, those living with, and long-time survivors of the disease. Family members are welcome.
Offers support to laryngectomy patients providing participants the opportunity to share fears, challenges, and experiences as well as receive and offer support. For more information and to register, please call 312.567.6131.
NEW! "Attack It" Adult Fitness
Jazzercise Yoga for You Practice traditional Hatha Yoga methods, which can improve flexibility, muscle tone, circulation, and stamina. Beginner and advanced classes are available. For more information, including fees and to register, please call Anita Cooper at 312.326.2979.
Fabulous & Fit Senior Programs and activities are designed to increase stamina, strengthen and tone core muscles, increase flexibility as well as enable movement with freedom as well as less effort and pain. Please call 312.567.2043 for more information or questions. Beginners Yoga: Hatha Method Gardening--Mercy Community Garden Jazzy Seniors--Low Impact Aerobics Monday, July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 11:30am, Mercy Hospital, 12th Floor Great Room $35 series, paid in advance, or $7 per session Instructor Cherl Austin Blending cardio and movement with freedom. Eat Right Every Bite-"Great Grains: Different Grains & How to Prepare Them"
Private consultations that focus on understanding the body on a biochemical level and how nutrients affect our ability to heal and repair.
A comprehensive, 8-session group program led by experts that use a positive behavioral change approach that teaches you how to quit smoking for good. The program is led by a Smoking Cessation Specialist and has experienced a phenomenal success rate. For man smokers, especially those who have tried to quit before, group support can make the difference in helping to stay smoke-free. Special focus is given to: developing a personalized quitting plan, dealing with recovery symptoms, controlling weight, reducing stress through relaxation techniques (that work), being ready to fight those urges to return to smoking, and non-nicotine replacement therapies such as medication and acupuncture. Call 312.567.2477 to learn more and register.
$15 fee for each class for adults under 55 years of age; Adults 56 years of age and older pay $10 per class or 7 sessions for $60 (paid in advance)
Is Joint Replacement Right For You? Find out at this free workshop. Featuring experts from Mercy's Comprehensive Orthopedic Center, the workshop reviews what joint replacement is, who benefits, and details what to expect before, during and after surgery. Anyone considering hip or knee replacement, along with their after-surgery caregivers and/or family members, is encouraged to attend. At Mercy, we are committed to easing the joint replacement process and providing a seamless road to recovery. Registration is required; call 312.567.6700 to register, or register online above.
Breast Cancer Support Group Mercy Hospital; 12th Floor Conference Room All are welcome! This monthly support group provides participants the opportunity to share experiences as well as to receive and offer support. Limited individual sessions are also available. For more information and to register, please call 312.567.5472 or 312.567.5473. Refreshments provided.
Family to Family
Thursdays, beginning January 31st; 6:00-8:00pm Mercy Hospital; Room 425 Mercy Hospital and NAMI-Metro-Suburban present Family to Family. Family to Family is a FREE 12-week program, sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), for family members and caregivers of individuals living with mental illness. The curriculum balances educational materials and skill training with self-care, emotional support, and empowerment and is taught by trained family members. The course covers the following topics: Learning about feelings, learning about facts, diagnosis, and cause; introduction to schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, diagnosis, and cause; major depression, mania, panic/anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and cause; bi-polar, diagnosis and cause; basics about the brain; problem solving skills workshop; medication review; what it is like to be mentally ill; gupport groups and self-care and more. The 12-week course begins Thursday, January 31st. To register call John Heumann at 312-567-5662
Living with Heart Failure Mercy Hospital; 12th Floor Conference Room Whether you were diagnosed with Heart Failure, or are a family member, caregiver, or friend to someone living with Heart Failure, you are invited to attend this FREE support group. By meeting regularly, members help one another face and overcome common challenges by sharing experiences and encouraging one another. Each week will feature educational material that is based on the Heart Failure Society of America Patient Education Module Series. For more information and to register, call Nadine Rosier, MSN, ACNS-BC, Advance Practice Heart Failure Coordinator Nurse at 312-567-2482.
The Latest Cancer Treatments Aren't Always Prescribed by Doctors! Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite and strength. But it doesn't have to take away her self-confidence! Look Good...Feel Better® is a free, non-medical, program that teaches beauty techniques to women cancer patients in active treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Trained, volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products. Learn make-up tips, skin and nail care tips, as well as suggestions for wits, turbans, and scarves. Participants receive complimnentary makeup kits. Caregivers are welcome, but cosmetic kits are limited to patients only. For more information and to register for this event, please call 312.567.5472.
Those that experience stroke can feel isolated and sad at times. By meeting regularly, members help one another face and overcome common challenges by sharing experiences and encouraging one another. This FREE support group for stroke survivors and their loved ones provides participants the opportunity to share fears, challenges, and experiences as well as receive and offer support. For more information and to register, call 312.567.2160. Refreshments will be served.
Sarcoma Support Group Saturdays, 11:00am Next dates: January 26th, March 16th, June 8th, September 14th and December 14th Sarcoma is a rare cancer that arises from connective tissues. About 12,000 new cases are diagnosed each year and about 5,000 people die each year from sarcoma. Mercy’s Sarcoma Support Group offers an opportunity to connect with others affected by sarcoma, share information and experiences, as well as receive encouragement and support. Spouses, family members, and caregivers are encouraged to attend. For more information and to register, please contact Maricel Tenorio at 312.567.2044.
Us TOO Prostate Support Group offers a meeting place for men living with prostate cancer and their families. The meetings provide unbiased information from experts in areas related to prostate cancer, including surgery, radiation, medications, nutrition, and psychology. Us TOO group meetings are free and open to all men, family, friends, and health professionals interested in prostate cancer/disease. For more information, please call Vanessa Spears at 312.842.4400.
Upcoming Dates: February 12; April 12, June 11; August 13; October 8, December 9 Offers support to laryngectomy patients providing participants the opportunity to share fears, challenges, and experiences as well as receive and offer support. For more information and to register, please call 312.567.6131.
Birth Place Tour
All sessions are from 6:30pm – 9pm Breastfeeding Basics Bringing Home Baby Mercy Hospital, 3rd Floor, The Birth PlaceSafe Ride, First Ride, Every Ride. One of the very first important decisions you will make as a parent is a car safety seat for your new arrival. Yet statistics show that up to 90 percent of car seats are installed incorrectly. Soon to be moms and dads are invited to take advantage of "Bringing Home Baby," a free program at Mercy providing tips for proper usage of your new baby's car safety seat, and inspection of your car seat and vehicle to verify and teach proper installation. Classes are taught by Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians and are available in English and Spanish. Convertible car seats are also available, with a $25 cash donation to the program.
Prenatal "Power Hour" Fitness Cost: $15 per class. Reduced rate with 6-week session registration. Classes consist of cardiovascular workouts as well as full body strengthening with abdominal and pelvic floor activation (kegels) in preparation for labor and delivery. Classes are based on the most recent American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines and require documented clearance from your health care provider. Any fitness level and trimester of pregnancy are welcome! Don't forget to bring water--hydration is an important part of your fitness routine during pregnancy! For more information and to register online, visit kineticenergyfitness.com. LAP-BAND® Information Session: What is it and is it right for you? Watch an Online Video Session Monthly In-person Information Sessions June 17, 6pm Register Now July 19, 2013 2pm Register Now August 19, 2013 2pm Register Now All sessions are at Mercy Hospital, 2525 S. Michigan Avenue, Joyce Auditorium Information Session today and begin your path to regaining your independence and living well again. To register call 312.567.BAND (2263), email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or register online above. Center for Weight Management Information Class |
