For Host Sites
Become a partner in promoting health and wellness in your community.
Become a partner in promoting health and wellness by hosting an evidence-based health promotion workshop at your location. These proven programs improve health outcomes and are easy to host with full support from our team.
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As a host site, you provide a welcoming space where community members build skills to manage their health, improve confidence, and enhance overall well-being.
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Workshops are held in convenient community locations such as senior centers, libraries, faith communities, and clinical settings including hospitals and doctors’ offices.
Why Host a Workshop
By becoming a host site, you:
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Create a welcoming space for participants to build confidence and skills
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Support community health and improve quality of life
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Increase engagement and visibility for your organization
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Partner with a trusted, evidence-based initiative
See the impact firsthand—through participant feedback and outcomes​
Scroll down to hear from host sites like yours.
Who Can Host
We welcome a wide range of community-based organizations to serve as host sites, including:
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Libraries
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Faith-based organizations
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Schools
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Hospitals and clinics
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Doctor’s offices
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Senior centers
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Recreation and community centers
What's Required
To ensure a comfortable and effective learning environment, host sites provide:
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Accessible space for 8–20 participants
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Consistent room for the full workshop series
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Basic AV setup (TV with HDMI/DVD for some programs)
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1.5–2.5 hours per session over 6–8 weeks
Support We Provide
We make hosting easy and rewarding by offering:
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Workshop materials at no cost
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Marketing and outreach support
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Participant recruitment assistance
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Trained facilitators
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Ongoing guidance from our team
What Our Host Sites Say
"Our patrons had a great time with Fit and Strong! They would rave about it and couldn't wait to sign up for another session, describing it as excellent, wonderful and very, very good."
"The health promotion team were very professional. They arrived early, helped set up the room so participants could view the slide show on the flat screen and observe the doctor's demonstration of how to prevent and get up from a fall."
Next Steps
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​Hosting is easy! Just follow these steps:
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Express Interest: Fill out our form or email us at info@ilpathwaystohealth.org.
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Choose a Program: We'll connect with you to discuss your program interests, space availability, and confirm your site meets the requirements.
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Plan & Promote: We'll schedule the workshop and provide promotional marketing materials.
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Host the Workshop: Provide the space, our network will facilitate the workshop.​
FAQ
Q: How long does the process take?
A: Timelines vary based on facilitator availability and participant enrollment. Once you express interest, we work closely with you to schedule the workshop as efficiently as possible while accommodating your site’s needs.
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Q: Do we need a certified health professional to host?
A: No! Workshops are led by trained facilitators. If your site is located in Suburban Cook County, AgeOptions may provide facilitators directly. If you are outside this area, we will connect you with a local delivery partner.
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Q: What space is required to host a workshop?
A: You’ll need an accessible room that can comfortably accommodate 8–20 participants with tables and chairs. Some programs include light movement, and we’ll confirm space needs with you during planning.
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Q: Does the workshop need to be held in the same room each week?
A: Yes. A consistent space helps participants feel comfortable and know where to go each session. If a room change is unavoidable, we ask that it be communicated in advance.
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Q: What technology or equipment is required?
A: Some workshops use slides or videos and may require a TV with HDMI or DVD capability. Wi-Fi is recommended but not required for all programs. We’ll review technology needs before scheduling.
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Q: How long do workshops last?
A: Sessions typically last 1.5–2.5 hours and are held once per week over 6–8 weeks, depending on the program. We’ll help you select a schedule that works for your site.
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Q: Is there a cost to participate?
A: Many workshops are grant-funded, meaning there is no cost for participants. Costs to host sites depend on factors such as the program, number of workshops, materials, length of commitment, and location. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
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Q: Are refreshments provided?
A: Refreshments are not required for most workshops. Depending on your site’s guidelines, participants may bring their own snacks, or your organization may choose to provide them. A Matter of Balance workshops ask host sites to provide healthy snacks for each session (approximately $5 per person for 8 sessions).
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Q: Who can participate?
A: Our programs primarily serve adults age 60+ and individuals with disabilities of any age. Depending on the program, workshops may support people with chronic conditions, caregivers, individuals concerned about falls, or those looking to improve strength and flexibility. These are structured, evidence-based programs—participants must attend from the beginning and cannot join after the second session.
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Q: How will I know if other workshops are being conducted in my area?
A: You can view currently scheduled workshops on our Find Classes page.
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Q: What programs can I choose from?
A: Visit our Program Page to explore the full list of available workshops.