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ACLS Course

Price: $185.

By appointment only. Must know how to read EKG strips. Please call for details.

Patient Care Services Education

708.915.5540

Ingalls Memorial Hospital, West 723

One Ingalls Drive

Harvey IL, 60426

Acupuncture Therapy

Price: $80 for consulation and first treatment, $60 for follow up appointments. $50 for seniors.

Individual appointments available for smoking cessation, weight management and pain management. Call to schedule an appointment.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Family Care Center in Flossmoor

19550 Governors Highway

Flossmoor IL, 60422

Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group

Price: Free

June 5 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

July 3 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

August 7 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

When someone in your family has Alzheimer's Disease or other related memory impairment, everyone is affected. Coping with the demands of caregiving can present ongoing challenges. To help families and caregivers understand Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias, Arden Courts and Ingalls welcome you to attend our monthly support group. This program will provide education and support for the entire family. Gain strength from others who face the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer's Disease. June 5 - Communication: So Much More Than Words (Tribute to Dads), July 3 - ADLs: Adult Daily Living, Aug. 7 - Caregiver Needs: Role Reversal, Sept. 4 - Is It Grieving or Depression?, Oct. 2 - Paranoia - Delusions - Hallucinations, Nov. 6 - The Holidays are Coming: Tribute to Caregivers, Dec. 4 - Aggressive Behavior: How to Calm the Storm.

Arden Courts

708.799.7099

Ingalls Family Care Center in Flossmoor

19550 Governors Highway

Flossmoor IL, 60422

Asthma Education

Price: Self -pay options.

Ingalls Wellness Center offers an Asthma Education Program that's aimed to treat patients ages five to adult. Presented by certified respiratory therapists, our comprehensive sessions cover all areas of asthma education and provide the resources you'll need to help control your asthma and develop an asthma action plan. Call for more information and to schedule your Asthma Education.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Wellness Center

2920 W. 183rd St.

Homewood IL, 60430

Back Pain Seminar

Price: Free

May 22, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Ninety percent of adults suffer from lower back pain. Are you one of them? Come hear Ingalls' renowed orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. George S. Miz discuss the causes, diagnosis and treatment options of lower back pain. Dr. Miz is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience, and has been named one of Chicago's Top Doctors for Sports Medicine by Chicago magazine. A light supper will be provided with advance registration.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Matteson Community Center

20642 Matteson Ave.

Matteson IL, 60443

Balance Screening

Price: FREE

May 22, 2012 11:00 a.m. Register

August 7 2012 11:00 a.m. Register

Feeling unsteady? Dizzy? Is your balance just not what it used to be? Come for a free balance screening using standardized assessments by a trained vestibular/balance physical therapist, to assess your risk for falls during your daily activities. Screenings will be performed by Stacey Yoder, P.T., Vestibular Clinical Specialist. May location is Tinley Park and August will be in Matteson. Confirmed address when registering.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Bariatric Surgery

Price: Call for fee information and times

June 3 2012 Register

July 2 2012 Register

August 6 2012 Register

Medically supervised weight loss program for those preparing for Gastric Bypass. First Monday of every month. Registration is required.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Wellness Center

2920 W. 183rd St.

Homewood IL, 60430

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Price: $50, due one week prior to class.

This Basic Life Support course is intended for Health Care Providers. Please call for details.

Patient Care Services Education

708.915.5540

Ingalls Memorial Hospital, West 723

One Ingalls Drive

Harvey IL, 60426

Better Breathers Support Group

Price: Free

June 12, 2012 Register

July 10, 2012 Register

August 14, 2012 Register

The Better Breathers Club is a FREE support group that will offer education on a wide variety of topics relating to lung disease and lung healthy, by experts in the field. The club will offer support and education for patients and their families. Call to register and for time.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Wellness Center

2920 W. 183rd St.

Homewood IL, 60430

Brain Healthy Eating: Nutrition as a preventable risk factor for heart disease

Price: Free

June 26, 2012 10:00 a.m. Register

Learn about the fisk factors that lead to stroke, and what you can do about them. Find out about the latest non-surgical treatments, new medications and advanced technologies. The seminar will be presented by Deb Lawrence, M.S., Ingalls Stroke Clinical Program Coordinator

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Breastfeeding

Price: $20 per session

July 28, 2012 10:00 a.m. Register

September 29, 2012 10:00 a.m. Register

November 17, 2012 10:00 a.m. Register

Although breastfeeding may be considered the "natural way" to feed your baby, there is still much to learn to enhance a successful nursing relationship. The program covers several topics including: advantages of breastfeeding, breastfeeding at home, the working mom, and beyond. This is a single, two-hour class taught by our Infant Feeding Support Nurse. Fathers-to-be are encouraged. The nurse provides follow-up on an individual basis after your baby is born.

Women's & Children's Services

708.915.5334

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Cancer Support Centers

Price: Free.

A free weekly support group for men and women with cancer. Please call to schedule a personal planning session.

Cancer Support Center

708.478.3529

Jennifer S. Fallick Cancer Support Center in Mokena

19250 Everett Lane

Mokena IL, 60448

Cancer Survivor day

Price: Free

June 2 2012 9:00 a.m. Register

Care Connection

708.915.6838

Irons Oaks

20000 Western Ave.

Olympia Fields IL

CenterSteppers - Mall Walking Club

Price: Free

June 19, 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

July 17, 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

August 21, 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

Mall walking club, free screenings and health lecture.               
Blood pressure 8 - 9 a.m.; health lecture 9-9:30 a.m.,
June 19 - A Hidden Addiction, July 17  - Brain Games for Memory Loss, Aug. 21 - Stress Reduction with Hypnosis

Care Connection

800.221.2199

River Oaks Mall

Food Court

Calumet City IL, 60409

Diabetes Management Center

Price: Insurance is billed.

Individual assessment, self management skills. Please call to schedule an individual appointment.

Diabetes Management Center

708.915.8530

Drivers Rehabilitation

Price: Clinical evaluation covered by Medicare and behind the wheel is self pay..

The goal of the program is to ensure safe driving by helping clients modify their driving habits to enable them to continue to get where they need to go safely. The occupational therapists may recommend adaptive equipment or driving strategies that improve driving abilities. Schedule as needed, Monday through Friday. Available hours 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Occupational Therapy, Drivers Program

708.915.4708

Ingalls Center for Outpatient Rehabilitation

1551 Huntington Drive

Calumet City IL, 60409

Eating Right: Understanding Food Guidelines

Price: Free

June 25, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Find our from Ingalls expert dietitian Kim Kramer, what the guidelines are for the new "My Plate" and how to eat right using all of the food groups.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Grief Support for Men

Price: Free, Meets 3rd Weds. of every month.

Bereavement Coordinator

708.915.4617

Grief Support Group

Price: Free.

“It’s a new year, but I feel the same old way.” As you enter the New Year and this statement describes how you feel, maybe it’s time you join a Grief Support Group. Ingalls Hospice sponsors every Monday at 2 p.m. and every third Saturday at 11 a.m. a group just for you. Joining a support group provides a safe place for one to grieve with others who have had similar experiences. Sharing your feelings helps you to realize that you are not the only one and that what you are going through is not “crazy”.

at 708.915.4617. There is no fee for participation, registration is required.

Bereavement Coordinator

708.915.4617

Hypnosis

Price: Based on treatment plan.

Hypnosis has been shown to have a positive impact on your unhealthy habits. Achieve a relaxed and receptive state of consciousness so you can accept healthy suggestions. Hypnosis can be an effective method of achieving many behavioral goals. Individual service by appointment.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Family Care Center in Flossmoor

19550 Governors Highway

Flossmoor IL, 60422

Infant Care

Price: $20 / two-week course

June 6 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

August 6 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

October 23, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

Learning about newborn care before you have your baby can make a big difference in how easily you adjust during those first few months. Learn to care for your new baby with confidence in this two-week course. Classes are as follows Feb. 15 & 22, Apr. 11 & 18, June 6 & 13, Aug. 6 & 13, Oct. 23 & 30, Dec. 11 & 18. Grandparents and other caregivers who'd like to refresh their shills are encouraged to attend.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3 & 4

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Knee Pain Seminar

Price: Free

June 5 2012 2:00 p.m. Register

Join Dr. Phyllis Bonaminio for an informative seminar to examine non-surgical treatment options for knee pain. Dr. Bonaminio is a board-certified physician whose approach to pain management is built around non-surgical techniques including medication, physical therapy, steroid and gel injections, and bracing. Come see how you can get relief from pain without surgery, and get moving again.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Knee Replacement, Custom - Fit

Price: Free

July 11, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Are you considering knee replacement surgery? Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Mark R. Nikkel now leads the state of Illinois in performing knee replacement surgery with a new system that uses your MRI and X-ray images to design and build surgical instruments customized for your unique knee anatomy. Learn about the many benefits of this unique procedure and have your questions answered at this free seminar.





Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Knee Replacement, Custom Fit

Price: Free

June 13, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Are you considering knee replacement surgery? Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Mark R. Nikkel now leads the state of Illinois in performing knee replacement surgery with a new system that uses your MRI and X-ray images to design and build surgical instruments customized for your unique knee anatomy. Learn about the many benefits of this unique procedure and have your questions answered at this free seminar.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Matteson Community Center

20642 Matteson Ave.

Matteson IL, 60443

Lamaze

Price: $50, meets weekly on Tuesdays for four weeks

July 31, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

September 11, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

November 13, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

Understanding birth just got better with the most current evidence-based information! All new animation that’s more accurate, including the stages of labor, epidural procedures, and Cesarean surgery. Four-D ultrasound images show parents fetal development. Fun “Partner Tips” for dads and other support people, and “Take Note” segments help parents retain important information. Our “Understanding Comfort Techniques” will give parents practical hands-on training in labor support, breathing, relaxation, massage, labor and pushing positions, information on labor-support doulas, along with the opportunity to view a beautifully-captured natural birth story. Class meets on consecutive Tuesdays for four-weeks.

Women's & Children's Services

708.915.5334

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3 & 4

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Lamaze Refresher

Price: $25 / 3 day refresher class, meets weekly on Tuesdays for three weeks

July 31, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

September 11, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

November 13, 2012 7:00 p.m. Register

This class meets on consecutive Tuesdays for a three week class series. Couples will join the four week class participants to refresh their knowledge and skills for this next baby. They will receive the most current evidence-based information including stages of labor and practical labor support techniques and comfort measures, along with fun "Partner Tips" and "Take Note" segments to help retain important information.

Women's & Children's Services

708.915.5334

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3 & 4

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Lamaze Saturday

Price: $50

June 9 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

July 28, 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

September 15, 2012 8:00 a.m. Register

This class is for busy couples who are time-crunched and unable to attend a full five week session, or for repeat parents who wish to refresh their knowledge. We cover the stages of labor, epidural procedure, Cesarean surgery, and practice labor support skills, such as breathing, relaxation and massage, along with viewing a beautifully-captured natural birth story! A tour of the Maternity Suites is given at the end of the day.

Women's & Children's Services

708.915.5334

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3 & 4

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Life Line Screening

Price: Call for fee information.

Take advantage of valuable screenings that will help reduce your risk for stroke. Life Line Screening uses painless ultrasound (sonogram) to see the plaque build-up in your arteries - a leading cause of stroke. 80% of strokes can be prevented. Call for next scheduled screening date.

Life Line

800.779.6353

Low Vision Program

Price: Clinical evaluation covered by Medicare.

This service is offered by a low vision optometrist and Ingalls Occupational Therapy department. The goal of the program is to maximize a client's remaining vision to facilitate safe and independent performance of everyday tasks in one's environment. Scheduled as needed, M-F, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Occupational Therapy, Low Vision

708.915.4704

Ingalls Center for Outpatient Rehabilitation

1551 Huntington Drive

Calumet City IL, 60409

Lymphedema Management Program

Price: Free.

This is an ongoing program, please call to to schedule an appointment.

Lymphedema Coordinator

708.915.8413

Massage Therapy

Price: Call for fees.

Call today to schedule your massage.

Ingalls Wellness Center

708.206.0072

Ingalls Family Care Center in Flossmoor

19550 Governors Highway

Flossmoor IL, 60422

Maternity Suites Tour

Price: Free

June 4 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

June 18, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

July 30, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Expectant parents are invited to tour the Maternity Suites of Ingalls and see the advantages of delivering their baby in a beautiful, state-of-the-art room offering the optimum in comfort and technology. Labor, delivery, recovery and post partum care all occur in the same room, allowing new parents to fully enjoy those first cherished moments with their new baby.

The Maternity Suites Tour includes:
* Ingalls admission procedures, including pre-admission forms and V.I.P. valet parking passes * Practical information that will answer any remaining questions you may have regarding your stay * Information regarding pediatricians and doulas

Women's & Children's Services

708.915.5334

Ingalls Professional Building, Lower Level 3 & 4

71 W. 156th St.

Harvey IL, 60426

Shoulder Pain, Diagnosis & Treatment Options

Price: Free

July 30, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register


Shoulders are the most flexible joints in the body. They allow us to wave hello, scratch our back and throw the perfect pitch. But sometimes shoulder pain keeps us from doing everyday activities and the things we love. Shoulder pain may be caused by one of several common conditions. Join Dr. David Smith to find out what they are and how they can be treated. Free shoulder ultrasound testing will be available to the first 12 registrants. 

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Shoulder, Knee & Hip Pain, Treatment Options

Price: Free

May 21, 2012 6:00 p.m. Register

Join Dr. David Smith for an enlightening 60-minute seminar about the causes and treatments of should, knee, and hip pain. Dr. Smith is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive joint repair, replacement and reconstruction. If you suffer from shoulder, knee, or hip pain, come learn what your options are to get moving again. Free shoulder or knee ultrasound testing - limited to the first 12 registrants.

Care Connection

800.221.2199

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

8125 W. 171st Street

Tinley Park IL, 60477

Your Choice Direct Screening

Price: Fee based on screenings choosen.

A variety of medical screenings that you can choose to take advantage of, even without a physician's order, which can offer peace of mind about your health, or can can help pinpoint potential issues you can address. For information about our affordable menu of gender and age based screening options. Call to schedule your appointment.

Ingalls Wellness Center

2920 W. 183rd St.

Homewood IL, 60430

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