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Thursday, June 25 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm Pierce Park baseball field behind Wellness

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.”

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.

Volunteering at Wellness House is a family affair for the Thick household. “I’m the fourth member

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. 

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.