During her exam, her doctor found a suspicious lump in her breast and immediately sent her to Rush University Medical Center for more testing. It was there that she received her diagnosis of triple-negative stage 2 breast cancer. It’s also where she learned about Wellness House, a place that over the next year would strengthen her with information, fuel her with confidence, and energize her to embrace life with renewed excitement. Although it’s located just seven minutes from Kathryn’s home, she had never heard of Wellness House until her care team at Rush recommended it. What she found there was more than she could have imagined or expected. “I’ve leaned on Wellness House for quite a bit,” said Kathryn, who made her first visit in March 2024. In the year since, she has attended a wide variety of programs.
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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.”
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