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- "Why Is This So Hard?" Understanding ADHD in Adulthood
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Many adults find themselves wondering why tasks that require organization, time management, or follow-through feel harder than expected. This three-session course explores the brain science and psychology of ADHD in adulthood and how differences in executive function affect daily life.
Gain a clearer understanding of attention, motivation, and working memory, and how these patterns influence everyday responsibilities. You will also be introduced to practical systems that reduce reliance on memory and willpower, helping you to begin to experiment with strategies that better fit how your brain works.
This class is open to anyone curious about ADHD in adults, whether diagnosed or not.
Together, we'll:
1. Understand common experiences of ADHD in adulthood and the basic brain processes that influence attention, motivation, and follow-through.
2. Recognize how executive function challenges show up in daily life.
3. Identify practical strategies and systems you can begin to experiment with to support organization, planning, and task completion.
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- 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
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Presented by the Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, this program will help you distinguish between typical aging and warning signs of Alzheimer's in yourself and others, and guide you on the next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.
Questions are encouraged.
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- Wellness Workshops - Your Next Chapter: Finding Identity, Purpose, and Fulfillment in Retirement
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Many of us imagine retirement as a time to travel, enjoy loved ones, explore hobbies, and finally relax. While we often prepare financially, we rarely prepare for the emotional and identity shifts that come with this major life change.
Instead of feeling free and fulfilled, you may find yourself feeling isolated, uncertain, or even grieving the life you knew. You might even ask, Who am I now?
Change is never easy, but it is possible to move through this transition with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Whether you’re already retired or preparing for it soon, this masterclass will guide you in adjusting to this new chapter, so you can create the meaningful, joyful retirement you’ve always envisioned and so deserve.
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- Cannabis Conversations for Consumers
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Ready to begin your cannabis journey, whether medically or recreationally? This interactive workshop demystifies the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoid & terpene benefits, and dosing strategies to avoid unwanted effects. You’ll gain clarity on consumption, storage, transport rules in Illinois, and the medical cannabis program for qualifying patients. Walk away feeling confident in your next dispensary visit.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoids, and terpenes
- Learn dosage methods across different product formats
- Master responsibilities related to legal use, storage, and transport
- Explore medical cannabis eligibility, application, and usage
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- Cannabis Conversations for Healthcare Professionals
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Fee: $5.00
Dates: 9/24/2026 - 9/24/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Building: Online
Room: Zoom
Facilitator: Stephanie Arthalony, CRP
Specifically for licensed healthcare professionals. Dive into cannabis pharmacology—including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids—and their effects on the endocannabinoid system. This session cuts through medical myths, reviews dosing considerations, explores the dispensary’s role, and clarifies patient accountability. Supports your role in integrating cannabis into treatment protocols.
Learning Outcomes:
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Explain Illinois’s Medical Cannabis Program and approved diagnoses
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Evaluate clinical evidence for cannabis in treating health conditions
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Understand cannabinoid pharmacology and physiological impacts
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Define roles across provider, dispensary, and patient touchpoints
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- Meditation for Spiritual Awareness
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Meditation helps reduce stress, develop productivity, and improve concentration. The emphasis in this class is on finding balance in our lives and, more importantly, spiritual fulfillment. Meditation is simple and can be practiced at home, at school, or at work. We will cover the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits of meditation. Developing the meditation technique, difficulties with sitting and focusing, and stilling the mind will also be addressed during this four-week workshop.
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- Building Brain-Healthy Habits
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Presented by the Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, this program provides research-backed guidance on brain health and the importance of taking action to protect your brain at every age. Gain the resources and tools, including a personalized action plan, to help build brain-healthy habits into daily life.
Key takeaways include healthy habits for your brain, like exercising and eating right, the brain-heart connection, and why brain health is important at all ages.
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- Cannabis Conversations for Consumers
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Ready to begin your cannabis journey, whether medically or recreationally? This interactive workshop demystifies the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoid & terpene benefits, and dosing strategies to avoid unwanted effects. You’ll gain clarity on consumption, storage, transport rules in Illinois, and the medical cannabis program for qualifying patients. Walk away feeling confident in your next dispensary visit.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoids, and terpenes
- Learn dosage methods across different product formats
- Master responsibilities related to legal use, storage, and transport
- Explore medical cannabis eligibility, application, and usage
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- Cannabis Conversations for Healthcare Professionals
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Fee: $5.00
Dates: 10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Building: Online
Room: Zoom
Facilitator: Stephanie Arthalony, CRP
Specifically for licensed healthcare professionals. Dive into cannabis pharmacology—including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids—and their effects on the endocannabinoid system. This session cuts through medical myths, reviews dosing considerations, explores the dispensary’s role, and clarifies patient accountability. Supports your role in integrating cannabis into treatment protocols.
Learning Outcomes:
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Explain Illinois’s Medical Cannabis Program and approved diagnoses
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Evaluate clinical evidence for cannabis in treating health conditions
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Understand cannabinoid pharmacology and physiological impacts
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Define roles across provider, dispensary, and patient touchpoints
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- Healthy for the Holidays
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The holiday season is often filled with rich foods, endless treats, and the feeling that healthy eating has to wait until January. What if you could enjoy delicious desserts without the guilt?
Join Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist and Licensed Food for Life Instructor Patti Yost for a fun and informative class featuring three easy-to-make, whole food, plant-based dessert recipes that are as nourishing as they are delicious. You'll learn how simple ingredients can create satisfying treats that are naturally rich in fiber and nutrients while still delivering the flavors you crave. Whether you're looking for healthier options for holiday gatherings, ways to satisfy your sweet tooth, or new recipes to share with family and friends, this class will show you how healthy holiday desserts can be both indulgent and nutritious.
Come hungry, leave inspired, and discover how to make this holiday season your healthiest and tastiest yet.
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- Cannabis Conversations for Consumers
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Ready to begin your cannabis journey, whether medically or recreationally? This interactive workshop demystifies the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoid & terpene benefits, and dosing strategies to avoid unwanted effects. You’ll gain clarity on consumption, storage, transport rules in Illinois, and the medical cannabis program for qualifying patients. Walk away feeling confident in your next dispensary visit.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the endocannabinoid system, cannabinoids, and terpenes
- Learn dosage methods across different product formats
- Master responsibilities related to legal use, storage, and transport
- Explore medical cannabis eligibility, application, and usage
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- Cannabis Conversations for Healthcare Professionals
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Fee: $5.00
Dates: 11/19/2026 - 11/19/2026
Times: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 1
Building: Online
Room: Zoom
Facilitator: Stephanie Arthalony, CRP
Specifically for licensed healthcare professionals. Dive into cannabis pharmacology—including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids—and their effects on the endocannabinoid system. This session cuts through medical myths, reviews dosing considerations, explores the dispensary’s role, and clarifies patient accountability. Supports your role in integrating cannabis into treatment protocols.
Learning Outcomes:
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Explain Illinois’s Medical Cannabis Program and approved diagnoses
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Evaluate clinical evidence for cannabis in treating health conditions
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Understand cannabinoid pharmacology and physiological impacts
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Define roles across provider, dispensary, and patient touchpoints
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