Support Groups
Support groups have offered hope, understanding, information and useful life
skills for many. Many of the support groups listed below are independent of the
hospital. The list is updated periodically based on information received from
the groups. Please call the phone number provided to determine if the group
still meets. To report changes or add to this listing, contact KCH
Web master.
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Bereaved Children |
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First Friday Friends Club meets first Friday October through May from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Federated Church in Sycamore. This group is a safe and nurturing environment for children ages 6 to 13 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or a significant person in his/her life. Registration is required. |
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30 |
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Location:
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Federated Church
612 W. State
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
815.756.3000 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin |
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Bereaved Parents |
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Living After Loss meets the third Wednesday from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at DeKalb County Hospice. This group is intended for parents who are within the first two years of loss. Call to register. Meets first and third Wednesdays each month. |
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9 |
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Location:
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DeKalb County Hospice
2727 Sycamore Road
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815.756.3000 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin |
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Diabetes Support Group |
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The Diabetes Support Group offers the opportunity to learn from other's experiences and share your own. Individuals with diabetes, their family and friends are welcome. The Diabetes Support Group at Kishwaukee Community Hospital meets at 6 p.m., second floor, suite 202. |
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1 |
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Location:
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Kishwaukee Community Hospital
One Kish Hospital Drive
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815.748.8962 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Community Education Coordinator |
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First Friday Friends Club Children's Group |
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For kids ages 6 - 13. Meets the first Friday each month beginning October through May. This group is a safe and healing place for kids to explore and express their grief journey with other kids. Registration required. |
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104 |
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Location:
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The Federated Church
612 W. State
rear entrance
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
815.756.3000 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin or Helen Maurer |
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General Bereavement Pathways |
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Pathways is a Bereavement Care Group being offered in the Somonauk area by DeKalb County Hospice. This group is intended for adults who have experienced the death of someone special. Registration required. |
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30 |
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Location:
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Union Congregational Church
305 S. Gage Street
Somonauk, Illinois 60552
815.786.3990 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin |
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Living After Loss Child Loss Group |
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Intended for parents who are grieving the loss of a child. Will meet the first and third Wednesday evenings (no meeting in November). Call Sue Rankin for more information. |
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Date & Time:
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| Number of Classes: |
30 |
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Location:
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DeKalb County Hospice
2727 Sycamore Road
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815.756.3000 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin |
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Register Now
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Pathways General Loss South County Group |
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Intended for individuals who have experienced a loss within the last 2 years. Meets the fourth Thursday evening of each month at Union Congregational Church in Somonauk
(No meeting in November). |
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50 |
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Location:
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Union Congregational Church
305 South Gage Street
Somonauk, Illinois 60552
815-786-3990 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Sue Rankin |
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Weight Loss Support Group-Third Monday |
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Designed for individuals who have or will be experiencing weight loss surgery at KCH or other locations. Also open to anyone interested in learning more about surgical options for weight loss. |
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Date & Time:
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12 |
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Location:
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KCH Northern Illinois Weight Loss Center
One Kish Hospital Drive Suite 201
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815.748.8304 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Kim Allarding |
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Weight Loss Surgery Support Group-First Wednesday |
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Designed for individuals who had or will be experiencing weight loss surgery at KCH or other locations. Also open to anyone interested in learning more about surgical options for weight loss. |
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Date & Time:
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| Number of Classes: |
30 |
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Location:
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KCH Northern Illlinois Weight Loss Center
One Kish Hospital Drive Suite 201
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815.748.8304 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
Kim Allarding |
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Register Now
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