Events

Absorbing Tunes – Learn Why Music Is Good for You!

Listening to music isn’t just enjoyable, it’s good for you, too! Music can help relieve stress by lowering cortisol and increasing oxytocin levels. Some research suggests that music can even ... Read more

Diabetic Diner – Living With Diabetes

Sometimes, it is difficult to stay strong and motivated while dealing with a chronic illness. This October, we are reviewing the basics of diabetes care, as well as discussing disease ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more

Diabetic Diner – Living With Diabetes

Sometimes, it is difficult to stay strong and motivated while dealing with a chronic illness. This October, we are reviewing the basics of diabetes care, as well as discussing disease ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more

Big Brother & Sister Workshop – Safe Ways to Help at Home

Do you have a 2 to 5-year-old that is about to be a big brother or sister? Join us for this fun workshop where your little ones will learn ways ... Read more

Let’s Count Carbs

Led by a Registered Dietician, this course will introduce you to the basics of counting carbohydrates. You’ll learn what carbohydrates your body needs, how to make smart food choices, portion ... Read more

Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Screening – Chat with NorthShore Clinician

Make your health your top priority and come visit us at the Portage YMCA! Our clinical staff with be available to check your blood pressure, perform glucose readings, and answer ... Read more

Express Yourself – Journaling

Journaling is mindfulness in action. Journaling reduces stress, improves mood, helps remove negative thoughts, helps to process emotions, and more. Join us to learn how making journaling part of self-care ... Read more

Diabetic Basics – Understanding Type 2 Diabetes

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes? Diabetic Basics is designed to guide you through understanding what type 2 diabetes is and how to stay ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more

Medications for Diabetes: Pharmacist Q & A

Understanding medication management can help take the stress out of living with diabetes. This session, join a NorthShore pharmacist to help you understand the importance of your medications, how to ... Read more

Meet With an Insurance Navigator

Our Insurance Navigators can assist you in completing the federal Health Insurance Marketplace application, answer Medicaid, Medicare, and HIP questions as well as provide you with the best options for ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more

Meet With an Insurance Navigator

5K Walk for the Cause – Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Karaoke for the Cure

Art for Wellness – Expressing Yourself

The goal of this session is to create a safe and supportive space for you to express yourself creatively. Led by a Peer Support Specialist, using a variety of materials ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more

Purdue Nutrition

Enjoy our hands-on program and learn new skills that you can use at home every day – from learning more about basic nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking tips, to simple ... Read more