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Whether you're a homeowner or planning to be one someday, this workshop offers practical tips to help you manage housing costs, prepare for repairs, and keep your budget on track. Learn how to plan ahead, avoid financial surprises, and build long-term stability.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Understand credit reports and scores, their use, and how to access and interpret them.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

This workshop will empower participants with essential knowledge of fair housing laws while equipping them with practical tools for financial stability and wealth-building. Learn how to protect your housing rights, avoid discrimination, and make informed financial decisions that support long-term success.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

There are eight weekly sessions, taking place on Thursdays, from October 2 through
November 20 from 11 am – Noon.   *Thursday, August 28 will take place 10 - 11 am at
The Friendship Center 2711 W. Lawrence Ave.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Smoking Cessation Program

Learn How to Quit, Even if You Don't Want To Quit!

The Smoking Cessation Program is led by Carol Southard, RN, MSN, tobacco treatment specialist, with more than 30 years of experience helping people quit tobacco products. She has led more than 400 groups, with a 50 percent or better success rate one year following treatment.

Studies show that people who quit with the support of a program have a much better chance of success of taking control over this most difficult of all addictions.

This program consists of eight one-hour sessions and includes a comprehensive support group with individualized interventions. Rather than focus on the dangers of smoking, the curriculum outlines a strategy on how to quit smoking and offers techniques and materials to establish a systematic cessation plan for each participant. For more information, call Carol at 312-613-6286.

How Does The Program Work

The Tobacco Cessation Program provides groundwork for the quit date and thereafter emphasizes the maintenance of non-smoking behavior, which is the most important part of any cessation effort. A multitude of educational materials is distributed at each session. Throughout the program, participants are given assignments to increase awareness of their tobacco habit, assess their own motivation to quit, learn cessation techniques and accomplish behavioral changes that lead to quitting and preventing relapses. Participants assist each other throughout the program with group discussion, support and problem solving. The program facilitator provides referrals to health care providers for general health care or specialists for specific needs as appropriate.   Follow-up phone calls are made to all clients at regular intervals by the program facilitator. Relapse prevention is provided to all clients as needed via the support group network.

Smoking Cessation Medications

Information about nicotine replacement therapy, bupropion (Zyban) and Varenicline (Chantix) is presented as part of the program. 

What is Covered During the Sessions

• A step-by-step plan on how to quit
• Self-control techniques
• Relaxation methods
• Nutrition and exercise guidelines
• Stress management strategies
• Group support
• Follow-up phone calls at 3 and 12-month intervals
• Prescriptions and referrals as appropriate

Cost

The cost of the 8-week Smoking Cessation Program is $150. Financial assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additional Questions

If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the instructor, Carol Southard, at 312-613-6286. 

Have you experienced the death of a loved one? Are you struggling to make sense out of your grief? This group is for adults over 18 mourning the loss of an adult who died in the last two years. Join Amy Carlozo, Swedish Hospital Chaplain and Grief Group Facilitator. During this 8-week session, you will learn coping strategies and find support though sharing experiences and stories. 

If you have questions, please contact Amy at acarlozo@schosp.org

Six weeks and dates are listed below: 

Do you need support to navigate your grief?  Losing a loved one comes with varied emotions and is influenced by numerous factors and circumstances. Grief is a process of change. Loss is a deeply personal experience and differs from person to person.

Come take a walk with AK Kritt, RD, LDN, to the Swedish Hospital Farm and learn about what is growing and participate in some garden activities! If you are interested in getting your hands dirty, please dress in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty, wear closed toed shoes and bring water. Garden activities will include weeding, watering and potentially planting.

Community Flavors

Community Flavors

Community Flavors

Community Flavors

Community Flavors

Do you or a loved one have heart failure?
Join this class, led by physicians, to learn the basics of heart failure, including medications and treatments.  Small group sessions will also be available to review your medications and care plan.

This 90-minute workshop led by educators from the University of Illinois Extension will discuss the definition of self-care, the intersection of identity and self-care, and how to overcome common self-care barriers. Workshop participants will learn simple, evidence-based, cost-effective ways to add self-care to a regular routine.

Did you know heart disease is a leading cause of death and disability in our society? Join Saagar Sanghvi, MD, a cardiologist with ÀϾÅÆ·²è Medical Group, to learn how to lower your risk for developing heart disease or stroke and optimize your cardiac
health.

Ideal for anyone with diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as family or friends interested in supporting diabetes management. Learn how to prevent and control diabetes, how to eat for diabetes and how to monitor health through basic screenings for blood pressure and A1C. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Ideal for anyone with diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as family or friends interested in supporting diabetes management. Learn how to prevent and control diabetes, how to eat for diabetes and how to monitor health through basic screenings for blood pressure and A1C. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Ideal for anyone with diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as family or friends interested in supporting diabetes management. Learn how to prevent and control diabetes, how to eat for diabetes and how to monitor health through basic screenings for blood pressure and A1C. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Ideal for anyone with diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as family or friends interested in supporting diabetes management. Learn how to prevent and control diabetes, how to eat for diabetes and how to monitor health through basic screenings for blood pressure and A1C. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Ideal for anyone with diabetes or pre-diabetes, as well as family or friends interested in supporting diabetes management. Learn how to prevent and control diabetes, how to eat for diabetes and how to monitor health through basic screenings for blood pressure and A1C. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

In today's digital world, safeguarding your personal information is more important than ever. This workshop provides practical strategies to prevent identity theft, protect your money, and ensure your personal information remains secure. Learn how to identify potential threats, protect sensitive data, and take proactive steps to keep your finances and identity safe.  

Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft, scams, and financial fraud. This workshop will cover practical tips for safeguarding your personal information, monitoring your credit, and securing your financial future. Participants will leave with tools and resources to take immediate action to protect their identity and wealth.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

This workshop empowers individuals and families to financially prepare for unexpected emergencies such as job loss or natural disasters. Participants will learn practical strategies for building an emergency fund, safeguarding important documents and creating a financial recovery plan. 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after class starts, please return to the front desk. Thank you.

Are you almost 65 years old and want to learn how Medicare works? Have been on Medicare for a while, but you don't know much about your options?  Are you helping your senior parents with Medicare? 

After the presentation you will be able to:

• Understand the difference between Medicare Parts and Plans
• Compare Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplements
• Explain the basics of Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage)
• Understand how the Inflation Reduction Act will affect Medicare in 2025

Are you almost 65 years old and want to learn how Medicare works? Have been on Medicare for a while, but you don't know much about your options?  Are you helping your senior parents with Medicare? 

After the presentation you will be able to:

• Understand the difference between Medicare Parts and Plans
• Compare Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplements
• Explain the basics of Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage)
• Understand how the Inflation Reduction Act will affect Medicare in 2025

Are you almost 65 years old and want to learn how Medicare works? Have been on Medicare for a while, but you don't know much about your options?  Are you helping your senior parents with Medicare? 

After the presentation you will be able to:

• Understand the difference between Medicare Parts and Plans
• Compare Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplements
• Explain the basics of Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage)
• Understand how the Inflation Reduction Act will affect Medicare in 2025

Are you almost 65 years old and want to learn how Medicare works? Have been on Medicare for a while, but you don't know much about your options?  Are you helping your senior parents with Medicare? 

After the presentation you will be able to:

• Understand the difference between Medicare Parts and Plans
• Compare Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplements
• Explain the basics of Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage)
• Understand how the Inflation Reduction Act will affect Medicare in 2025

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 2: ACT – based on the knowledge gained from class 1, participants will now get to take action and learn how to create and modify recipes, budget and gain tips for grocery shopping. Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 1: EXPLORE – this class focuses on exploring the basics of nutrition. You will learn about the different food groups, tips for meal planning, reading food labels and much more! Each person will go home with supplies to help them meal plan and prep at home!
Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 2: ACT – based on the knowledge gained from class 1, participants will now get to take action and learn how to create and modify recipes, budget and gain tips for grocery shopping. Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 2: ACT – based on the knowledge gained from class 1, participants will now get to take action and learn how to create and modify recipes, budget and gain tips for grocery shopping. Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 3: TASTE – this class will give participants a chance to prepare and taste the recipes they decided from class 2. You will get hands on experience with prepping and cooking and each registered person will go home with ingredients for the recipe to prepare again at home. Supplies are limited.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 3: TASTE – this class will give participants a chance to prepare and taste the recipes they decided from class 2. You will get hands on experience with prepping and cooking and each registered person will go home with ingredients for the recipe to prepare again at home. Supplies are limited.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 1: EXPLORE – this class focuses on exploring the basics of nutrition. You will learn about the different food groups, tips for meal planning, reading food labels and much more! Each person will go home with supplies to help them meal plan and prep at home!
Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 3: TASTE – this class will give participants a chance to prepare and taste the recipes they decided from class 2. You will get hands on experience with prepping and cooking and each registered person will go home with ingredients for the recipe to prepare again at home. Supplies are limited.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 1: EXPLORE – this class focuses on exploring the basics of nutrition. You will learn about the different food groups, tips for meal planning, reading food labels and much more! Each person will go home with supplies to help them meal plan and prep at home!
Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 3: TASTE – this class will give participants a chance to prepare and taste the recipes they decided from class 2. You will get hands on experience with prepping and cooking and each registered person will go home with ingredients for the recipe to prepare again at home. Supplies are limited.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 2: ACT – based on the knowledge gained from class 1, participants will now get to take action and learn how to create and modify recipes, budget and gain tips for grocery shopping. Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 1: EXPLORE – this class focuses on exploring the basics of nutrition. You will learn about the different food groups, tips for meal planning, reading food labels and much more! Each person will go home with supplies to help them meal plan and prep at home!
Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 3: TASTE – this class will give participants a chance to prepare and taste the recipes they decided from class 2. You will get hands on experience with prepping and cooking and each registered person will go home with ingredients for the recipe to prepare again at home. Supplies are limited.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 2: ACT – based on the knowledge gained from class 1, participants will now get to take action and learn how to create and modify recipes, budget and gain tips for grocery shopping. Register for one, two or all three classes.

A three part series for those that want to learn about basic nutrition, tips for meal planning, prepping and cooking.

Class 1: EXPLORE – this class focuses on exploring the basics of nutrition. You will learn about the different food groups, tips for meal planning, reading food labels and much more! Each person will go home with supplies to help them meal plan and prep at home!
Register for one, two or all three classes.