Coming Together Again: Wellness House Plans for Return to In-Person Programs
As we enter this next phase of re-opening our doors, please know how much we look forward to seeing everyone!
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Wellness House Showcase Event at McKinley Park Public Library
Curious about Wellness House’s FREE cancer support services? Come experience them for yourself in this orientation-style program. Sample mini sessions such as exercise, nutrition, stress management, or support groups — and discover how these programs can support you. Registration required.
From Intercepting Breast Cancer Early to Surviving It: Updates Over the Last Year
Join Wellness House for a free in-person lecture with V.K. Gadi, MD, Deputy Director of Oncology at UI Health. Dr. Gadi will share updates from the past year, including emerging technologies, high-impact drug therapies, and advances in side effect management that can support improved outcomes and quality of life.
Family Picnic
Join us for a fun Family Picnic in recognition of Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. While we recognize children affected by cancer this month, this event is open to all families impacted by any type of cancer.
Hot Topics in Prostate Cancer — 2026
Saturday, September 19
Join top oncologists, surgeons, and healthcare professionals in the Chicagoland area to learn about the latest updates in the research, treatment and side effect management for prostate cancer.
Back to School Ice Cream Social
Join us at Wellness House for a sweet end-of-summer Ice Cream Social as we celebrate the start of a new school year and reconnect with friends. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon filled with treats, laughter, and meaningful time together with your Wellness House community.
Taste of Wellness House Nutrition Fair — 2026
Join us Oct. 3 for our annual nutrition fair.
Featuring local vendors, cooking demonstrations, and practical culinary workshops designed to educate and promote a whole food, plant-based, cancer-fighting diet. This event is for anyone impacted by cancer.
Wellness House Showcase Event
Curious about Wellness House’s FREE cancer support services? Come experience them for yourself in this orientation-style program. Sample mini sessions such as exercise, nutrition, stress management, or support groups — and discover how these programs can support you. Registration required.
Ask an expert – CRISTINA O’DONOGHUE, SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST
How has breast cancer treatment improved?
Teamwork enhances breast cancer treatment work, according Cristina O’Donoghue, surgical oncologist with UChicago Medicine and Advent Health. She said close collaboration between a patient’s multidisciplinary team of experts has yielded significant gains in developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Meet Sofia Herron Geller
Sofia Herron Geller is the Community Oncology Engagement Associate at Wellness House. In this role she engages new participants, facilitates prostate cancer-related events, and supports the Information and Education team.
Mind Body Fest offers ‘restorative experience’ in Hinsdale for those impacted by cancer
Mind Body Fest, an event for families impacted by cancer, is a “relaxing and restorative experience,” according to organizers.
The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 16 at Wellness House, 131 N. County Line Road, in Hinsdale.
Deb Kwiatt, public relations and media manager for Wellness House said Mind Body Fest was “created especially for cancer survivors and caregivers.”
Lisa Kolavennu with Greg Dutra ABC7 – Walk for Wellness House
Cancer patients often describe a lonely or isolated feeling, while navigating the devastating disease.
A Hinsdale non-profit is trying to change that.
Wellness house supports thousands of cancer patients each year, with counseling, classes and moral support.
Families and caregivers can get help too.
Hinsdale Women Taking Steps to Support Cancer Patients
Volunteering at Wellness House is a family affair for the Thick household. “I’m the fourth member of my family to be involved with Wellness House,” said Julie