Online Childbirth Class
Date: January 1 - December 31, 2018
Time: All Day
Description:
Our online childbirth class is ideal for expectant parents who can’t attend our Prepared Childbirth class due to work schedules, time constraints or medical conditions. The eight-chapter program is an interactive, web-based class that uses videos, personal birth stories, animations, activities and games to teach all the essential information parents need to know to prepare for their baby’s birth. Our online class will help you understand pregnancy, learn about labor, see how the stages of labor unfold, and discover helpful comfort techniques during labor. Your eClass registration includes online access for six weeks. Within 24 hours after registering, you will receive an email with instructions for accessing the online class. After you pay, you will receive instruction for accessing the class.
Cost: $50.00
Registration: OPEN
Phone: 815-705-7301
Baby Care Basics
Date: December 11, 2018
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Description:
This class covers everything parents need to know to bring their baby home with confidence, including the latest information to ease parents into the basics of caring for their newborn. Through presentation and demonstration, this program will include newborn appearance/activity, feeding, warning signs, and safety. Cost is $15 per couple. Please register online.
Cost: $15.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Boardroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Prepared Childbirth
Date: December 12, 2018
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description:
Designed for expectant parents during their last trimester of pregnancy, the two session Prepared Childbirth class covers labor, comfort measures, relaxation and medical interventions. Pain management options will also be discussed, along with vaginal and cesarean birth. The class concludes with a tour of Morris Hospital’s Family Birthing Suites, along with an explanation of delivery and post partum care. This class that will meet on Wednesday, December 12 & 19. Please register online in advance.
Cost: $60.00
Registration: CLOSED
Location: Morris Hospital – Boardroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7301.
Basic Life Support- Renewal
Date: December 13, 2018
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
This American Heart Association class is intended for individuals who provide or could potentially provide healthcare, including RNs, CNAs, EMS personnel, police and fire fighters. The course teaches the skills of CPR for victims of all ages, use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction. We can accommodate 1 registration per transaction for BLS class. Each participant must have a valid email address prior to taking the course.
Please note: This class is intended for those participants who currently have a valid CPR card and are looking to renew it. You must have a current CPR card in order to take this class. If your CPR card is not valid or current, please see the ” Basic Life Support- Initial” Class.
Cost: $50.00
Registration: CLOSED
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For more information, call 815-705-7357
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
Date: December 17, 2018
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Description:
This FREE support group is for people with head and neck cancer or a history of head and neck cancer. The support group will provide an opportunity to meet people with similar challenges. The group is lead by a Morris Hospital speech pathologist and oncology nurse who can offer assistance with navigating through the illness and the rehabilitation process.
Location: Radiation Therapy Center of Morris Hospital, 1600 W. US Route 6., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-364-8915
Basic Life Support- Initial
Date: December 18, 2018
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Description:
This American Heart Association class is intended for individuals who provide or could potentially provide healthcare, including RNs, CNAs, EMS personnel, police and fire fighters. The course teaches the skills of CPR for victims of all ages, use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction. We can accommodate 1 registration per transaction for BLS class. Each participant must have a valid email address prior to taking the course.
Cost: $70.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For more information, call 815-705-7357
Stroke and Aphasia Support Group
Date: December 18, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
Our FREE Stroke & Aphasia Support Group is for individuals and their loved ones who have experienced the loss of physical function or communication due to a stroke or other neurological event. Discussion will focus on strategies for managing chronic pain or disabilities resulting from a stroke. Registration is not required.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For additional details, please call Speech Therapy at 815-705-7411.
Donate Blood
Date: December 19, 2018
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
Breathers’ Support Group
Date: December 21, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
Our free, Breathers’ Support Group meets the third Friday of each month and is for anyone diagnosed with chronic lung disease including COPD, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, and pulmonary fibrosis. Lead by respiratory therapists, the group gives people with chronic lung disease an opportunity to participate in general discussions about ways to manage their condition, gain emotional support, and share their experiences with others. A 20 minute educational topic is presented at each meeting, with this month’s topic focusing on “Holiday Potluck.”
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7837
Harmonica Group
Date: December 27, 2018
Time: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Description:
Individuals with chronic pulmonary disease are invited to participate in our free Harmonica Group. Playing the harmonica encourages deep breathing, promotes pursed lip breathing exercise, strengthens the diaphragm and other breathing muscles, and increases oxygen intake. Prior harmonica playing experience is not required. Light snacks will be provided.
Location: Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital, 100 Gore Road, Suite H, Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7837
Baby Care Basics
Date: January 16, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Description:
This class covers everything parents need to know to bring their baby home with confidence, including the latest information to ease parents into the basics of caring for their newborn. Through presentation and demonstration, this program will include newborn appearance/activity, feeding, warning signs, and safety. Cost is $15 per couple. Please register online.
Cost: $15.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital Education Rooms 2 & 3 (lower level), 150 W. High Street, Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: January 21, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
New Siblings
Date: January 21, 2019
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
Enjoy a fun and interactive experience with you and your child as we explore expectations of a Super sibling. Through hands on activities and games, Siblings-to-be will learn how a newborn baby looks and acts and what happens while mom and baby are in the hospital. Activities, discussion, and a tour of the birthing suites helps them feel a part of the experience. Each child should bring a doll or stuffed animal. Cost is $5 per child. Please register online.
Cost: $5.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: February 4, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Prepared Childbirth
Date: February 13, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description:
Designed for expectant parents during their last trimester of pregnancy, the Prepared Childbirth class covers labor, comfort measures, relaxation and medical interventions. Pain management options will also be discussed, along with vaginal and cesarean birth. The class concludes with a tour of Morris Hospital’s Family Birthing Suites, along with an explanation of delivery and post partum care. Please register online in advance.
Cost: $60.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7301.
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: March 4, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Baby Care Basics
Date: March 13, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Description:
This class covers everything parents need to know to bring their baby home with confidence, including the latest information to ease parents into the basics of caring for their newborn. Through presentation and demonstration, this program will include newborn appearance/activity, feeding, warning signs, and safety. Cost is $15 per couple. Please register online.
Cost: $15.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Donate Blood
Date: March 18, 2019
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: April 8, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
New Siblings
Date: April 8, 2019
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Description:
Enjoy a fun and interactive experience with you and your child as we explore expectations of a Super sibling. Through hands on activities and games, Siblings-to-be will learn how a newborn baby looks and acts and what happens while mom and baby are in the hospital. Activities, discussion, and a tour of the birthing suites helps them feel a part of the experience. Each child should bring a doll or stuffed animal. Cost is $5 per child. Please register online.
Cost: $5.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Prepared Childbirth
Date: April 17, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description:
Designed for expectant parents during their last trimester of pregnancy, the Prepared Childbirth class covers labor, comfort measures, relaxation and medical interventions. Pain management options will also be discussed, along with vaginal and cesarean birth. The class concludes with a tour of Morris Hospital’s Family Birthing Suites, along with an explanation of delivery and post partum care. Please register online in advance.
Cost: $60.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7301.
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: May 6, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Baby Care Basics
Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Description:
This class covers everything parents need to know to bring their baby home with confidence, including the latest information to ease parents into the basics of caring for their newborn. Through presentation and demonstration, this program will include newborn appearance/activity, feeding, warning signs, and safety. Cost is $15 per couple. Please register online.
Cost: $15.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital Education Rooms 2 & 3 (lower level), 150 W. High Street, Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Donate Blood
Date: May 24, 2019
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Date: June 3, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Description:
We are committed to providing breastfeeding moms with all the education and support they need to have a successful breastfeeding experience. This FREE class focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding, pumping, and going back to work. Breastfeeding moms will also get advice to help solve problems related to breastfeeding. The class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Nursing mothers are welcome to bring their infants.
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-942-3012
Prepared Childbirth
Date: June 19, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description:
Designed for expectant parents during their last trimester of pregnancy, the Prepared Childbirth class covers labor, comfort measures, relaxation and medical interventions. Pain management options will also be discussed, along with vaginal and cesarean birth. The class concludes with a tour of Morris Hospital’s Family Birthing Suites, along with an explanation of delivery and post partum care. Please register online in advance.
Cost: $60.00
Registration: OPEN
Location: Morris Hospital – Family Birthing Suites Classroom, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7301.
Donate Blood
Date: July 23, 2019
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
Donate Blood
Date: October 22, 2019
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
Donate Blood
Date: December 18, 2019
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Description:
Give the gift of life by donating blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with written parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, be symptom free of cold, flu and allergies, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Morris Hospital – Whitman Assembly Room 1, 150 West High St., Morris
Phone: For information, call 815-705-7370.
