More than 580 guests turned out for Wellness House’s annual fall fundraiser, Under One Sky, in October. The stars aligned during an incredible one-of-a-kind evening where 3 suburban locations: Butterfield Country Club, Chicago Highlands Club, and Hinsdale Golf Club were held simultaneously, all under one sky. Led by eight Luminaries—Angie & Wes Breton, Stephanie & Freddie Brzozowski, Lauren & Matt Houder, Debbie & Jim Hultquist, Jenna & Ken Julian, Briana & Peter Murray, Lori & Clay Naccarato, and Beth Sharp—with a profound history of supporting Wellness House, guests at all locations enjoyed cocktails, a seated dinner, wine auction, program, live auction, and dancing. The live auction and paddle raise were conducted via live feed which brought each location together as one to raise over $800,000.
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Hinsdale’s Wellness House marks 35 years of ‘life-changing programs’ for cancer patients
Wellness House set anchor in Hinsdale 35 years ago and has served more than 50,000 people in that time. Its stated mission is to be “a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support, and empower participants so they will improve their physical and emotional well-being.