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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!

Promotional graphic for the Family Kickball Classic event on June 25, 5–6:30 PM at Pierce Park Baseball Field, hosted by Wellness House. A large red kickball and baseball field in background.

Wellness House Family Kickball Classic

Thursday, June 25 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm Pierce Park baseball field behind Wellness House Families impacted by cancer are invited to join us for

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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.”

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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.

Julie Thick portrait, A woman with long blonde hair wearing a pink patterned blouse sits on a beige couch, smiling at the camera in a living room setting.

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

Portrait of Everly Inzunza, MPH, RDN, LDN, a woman with straight brown hair wearing a black sleeveless top and a necklace smiles in front of a plain light-colored background.

Meet Everly Inzunza, MPH, RDN, LDN

Everly is the Community Oncology Dietitan at Wellness House, where she leads cooking classes, nutrition education programs, including cooking classes, individual nutrition consults, evidence-based nutrition education programs, side effect management, as well as nutrition-related community outreach.

Event flyer in Spanish for a breast cancer awareness conference in Chicago, 2026, with a close-up of hands holding a pink ribbon symbolizing breast cancer awareness.

Temas de actualidad en CÁNCER de MAMA Chicago 2026

Wellness House is excited to invite you to join us at Malcolm X College for an evening of learning, connection and support for breast cancer survivors and their loved ones. The event will include educational presentations, experiential sessions for self-care and wellness, along with networking opportunities with other community organizations.

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Wellness House at UI Health Showcase Event

Wondering what Wellness House free cancer support services are all about? Join us for snacks, conversation and participation in mini-versions of Wellness House program offerings, including exercise, nutrition, and support groups. This event is for anyone affected by cancer and provided at no cost.