Community Wellness Series
New Hope and Project H.O.P.E. have partnered with Northwestern Medicine and the DeKalb County Mental Health Board to bring you a monthly wellness series on the first Wednesday of every month from 6-7:30 p.m. at New Hope Church. Light refreshments will be served.
Financial Fitness
Learn about the power of budgeting
Explore the difference between needs and wants
Understand how credit scores influence your financial health
Discover how a 401(k) can help you save for the future.
The session will be facilitated by Pastor Joe, and light refreshments will be served.
Refreshments will be served.
Parenting - the BASICS
Learn about the importance of early childhood (ages 0-5) and its impact on life success.
Explore easy and free ways you can positively impact a young child’s future.
Identify and discuss strategies and resources in our community to support families with young children.
Facilitator: Courtney Hill, Team Lead for The Basics at the DeKalb Regional Office of Education and CDC Act Early Ambassador for Illinois
Men’s Health
Get tips to better take care of yourself
Learn about the importance of regular check-ups
Explore strategies for living a healthier life
Facilitator: Markcus Kitchens, Jr M.D., Medical Physician and Assistant Professor
Resume Writing and Interviewing
Topics of discussion include:
Learn how to make your resume more appealing
How to interview for a job
Skills to position yourself for employment
The facilitator for this event is Danita Sims, Career Coach and Founder of Passion Pursuit Inc., a non-profit organization that provides underserved communities with virtual and in-person career coaching, employment readiness support, and personal branding development to pursue career goals.
By attending this session, you'll have the chance to win a free laptop when you participate, and also learn about the Comcast Internet Essentials program. The Digital Crossover Program supports digital skills training and helps prepare community members for the workforce of today and tomorrow.
Know Your Rights: De-escalation and Conflict Resolution
Learn strategies for de-escalation
Acquire knowledge on mediating conflict in a non-violence way
Understand your rights when engaging Law Enforcement
Facilitator: Sgt. Menelek Shah, NIU Police & Public Safety
Women’s Health
Topics of discussion include:
What's the tea on the V (myth busters)
Q&A on feminine health
At-home care tips
The importance of pH balance
Common vaginal issues
Menses and menopause
The facilitator for this event is LaTanya Morris, Founder/CEO of The V Doctor Natural Feminine Care. She attended Southern Illinois University, earning a Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She has a passion for holistic care and has over 18 years of experience in the medical field. LaTanya is a full-time mom to an amazing special needs son with autism. She also manages her product line and enjoys educating women and young ladies on how to take care of “down there”!
Light refreshments will be served.