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 grades 1 to 8 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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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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N/A |
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9 |
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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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General Loss |
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Bridge of Hope is a grief group for adults who have experienced the death of someone special. This group meets weekly for 6 - 8 sessions and offers grief education and support. Please contact Sue Rankin, DeKalb County Hospice, 815.756.3000 for dates and times. |
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8 |
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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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Look Good Feel Better Workshop |
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Women undergoing cancer treatment receive free makeup and hair loss tips as well as information on wigs and accessories. Each participant also receives a complimentary makeup kit. |
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1 |
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Location:
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American National Bank
1985 DeKalb Avenue
Sycamore, Illinois 60178
1.800.942.6985 |
| Price (Unit): |
Free |
| Contact: |
American Cancer Society |
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Weight Loss 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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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: |
Lisa Cumings |
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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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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: |
Lisa Cumings |
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