Kids & Teens: Living with Kidney Disease & Transplantation (12 and Under)
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a day for very young patients and their families
This very special, free event is focused on helping young patients live healthy, fun-filled lives. Children, their families, and caregivers will have the opportunity to meet with physicians, dietitians, nephrologists, and other relevant healthcare professionals for a day of empowering education. This event event will feature speakers for parents and fun, engaging activities for kids. Children will gain a better understanding of their bodies, and enable them to gain confidence in their health. Educational topics may cover any of the following areas:
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Information about new medicine
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Managing a kidney transplant
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Emotional support and family wellness
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Dialysis options
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Breakthroughs in technology
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Healthy snacks and nutrition
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Following a healthy lunch, families will enjoy private access to the DuPage Children's Museum. Access to the museum will only be granted to those who attend the full program.
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DuPage Children's Museum
Enjoy private access to the DuPage Children's Museum where kids can explore dozens of fun and educational stations at the conclusion of the program.
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Access to the museum will be given to those who complete the program.
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DuPage Children's Museum
301 N Washington St
Naperville, IL 60540
Program Schedule
Saturday, September 25, 2021
(agenda below from 2020)
9:00 AM Welcome & Ice Breaker
9:15 AM Zumba Warm-Up
Ana Silva
9:35 AM Break
9:40 AM Magician
Amazing Tim Adamz
10:10 AM Break
10:15 AM Healthy Food Bingo
Melissa Prest, DCN, MS, RDN, CSR, LDN
Nicoletta Alavanja, MS, RD, LDN
10:30 AM Scavenger Hunt
Daniela Bueno, LCPC
Katie Adduci, MSN
10:45 AM Break
10:50 AM Meditation and Mindfulness
Daniela Bueno, LCPC
Nicole du Mont, LCSW
11:15 AM Break
11:20 AM Sponsor Presentation
11:35 AM Ask the Experts
Nancy Majkowski, RN
Nicole du Mont, LCSW
Katie Adduci, MSN
Melissa Prest, DCN, MS, RDN, CSR, LDN
Rachel Engen, MD
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*Agenda subject to change without notice
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The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is able to successfully impact the lives of young people, their families, and their communities with the help of our dedicated sponsors.
For more information on sponsoring this program, please contact Heidi Merritt at hmerritt@nkfi.org or 312-321-1500.
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