Support Groups

Check back often to find information on blood pressure and diabetes screenings as well as educational information to maintain your health!

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Due to the ups and downs of COVID, as of  July 17, 2022, this group will be permanently meeting at the First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road on Sundays at 7:00 p.m. (closed meeting).

"Compassionate Healing" Grief Support vertical grey line horizontal grey line

Meets the third Tuesday of the Month
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Auxiliary Room.

Providing individuals with the tools in coping with life at this difficult time in a setting of group sharing. Members will be able to understand the seven stages of grief, and they will allow each person the ability to share ways in which they are personally dealing with their loss.

For more information, call our chaplain at 815-562-2181, ext. 2684.

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RCH offers a free monthly newsletter for area diabetics via email or regular mail which includes information on upcoming RCH events, including monthly community presentations and diabetic friendly recipes. Email jstewart@rcha.net or call 815-561-3113 to be added to the mailing list.

Free Monthly Newsletter

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Located at RCH with Rock River Valley Blood Center, noon-6:00 p.m. Make an appointment with Michelle at 815-561-3110.

Walk-ins are welcome, appointments preferred.

Please bring a valid ID and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

Future Dates: June 28, August 23, October 23, December 27 

Community Heartsaver CPR, AED & First Aid Class vertical grey line horizontal grey line

Cost: $50, includes book & card (American Heart Association curriculum)

Location: RCH Training Room, lower level
All classes are on Saturdays and meet from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

There are no classes currently available.

You will receive an electronic certification card good for 2 years after completion. Please note: This is a community class, not a BLS class for healthcare providers.

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Summer Class Date: Tuesday, June 13

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $35, includes materials
Location: RCH Training Room, lower level
You MUST Pre-register for this class.

Please call our instructor, Donna Trout, at 815-562-2181, ext. 1550 or e-mail dtrout@rcha.net to register.

Safe Sitter® is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. We cover Safety Skills, Child Care & Development, First Aid & Rescue Skills, and Life & Business Skills.