Created: 09-11-17
Last Login: 03-03-26
Cook County Higher Education
Cook County Higher Education (CCHE):
Provides local access and support for college education and training on the North Shore of Lake Superior.
Accredited classes, training, and degree programs.
Student Support: mentors, financial aid resources, and more.
College Prep۰ College Courses۰ Workforce Training۰ Lifelong Learning
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Connecting with Compassion: A Way Forward
Description: Connecting with Compassion: A Way Forward Effective End-of-Life Conversations with Patients & Clients March 11 | 8:15-9:45am | At CCHE & Zoom Presenters & Partners: Care Partners of Cook County & Dr. Farchmin A free, four-part professional development series designed to help healthcare and social service professionals feel more confident in navigating effective, compassionate end-of-life conversations with their patients and clients in our unique Cook County setting. Session presenters include geriatrician and former Sawtooth Mountain Clinic provider Dr. Kurt Farchmin, retired United Church of Christ pastor and hospice chaplain, Rev. Anne Swallow Gillis and Grand Portage Ojibwe Spiritual Elder William Blackwell, Sr. All sessions will be held from 8:15-9:45am at Cook County Higher Education with the option to attend in person or online via Zoom. Please register for each session that you are able to attend. Session 1: A Way Forward Wednesday, March 11 Dr. Farchmin helps us consider the complex network of professionals who walk alongside those facing end-of-life and the evolving role of health care professionals in end-of-life discussions. We’ll explore why these conversations are personally and professionally challenging, and we’ll learn how they might be reframed to make them less difficult and more meaningful.
Publish Date: 03-03-26
American Red Cross - Stop The Bleed
Description: American Red Cross - Stop The Bleed March 10 | 2-4:30 | At CCHE Instructor: Rob Wells Participants will learn practical skills to respond to life-threatening bleeding emergencies until first responders arrive. The course covers how to recognize a serious bleeding situation, keep yourself safe, and provide care by applying pressure, direct pressure, and using a tourniquet when needed. Certification will be emailed to attendees. You can always look up previous ARC certifications at - https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate
Publish Date: 03-02-26
Doubles Cribbage Tournament: 5th Annual Fundraiser for the Bob Pratt Skills Scholarship
Description: Doubles Cribbage Tournament: 4th Annual Fundraiser for the Bob Pratt Skills, Trades, and Technology Scholarship Fund Saturday, April 25, 2026 1 pm (check in at 12:30 pm) Birch Terrace Supper Club - Dining Room $40 per team - limited to 32 teams Cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Double elimination! Please note that online registration lists the event admission fee as $20 per person, but will require you to have two attendees; at final checkout, your total will be $40. Questions about the tournament? Call Julie at 218-370-8068 Questions about online registration? Call Adrea at 218-387-3411 ext 4
Publish Date: 03-03-26
Succession Planning 101
Description: Succession Planning 101 March 10 | 9:30am-12:30pm | At CCHE Presenter and Partners: Zack Filipovich, Consultant, Northspan Group, Inc. & Cook County Chamber Succession Planning 101 introduces business owners to the importance of proactively planning for the future transfer of business ownership and leadership. The session explores the risks of inaction—especially given the aging population of business owners—and reframes succession planning as a long‑term business strategy rather than a one‑time event. Participants will learn when and where to begin, the role trusted advisors play, and Northspan’s three‑phase approach—Discover, Prepare, Decide—designed to protect business value, ensure financial security, preserve legacy, and position businesses to successfully grow or transition.
Publish Date: 03-03-26
American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid
Description: American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid March 13 | 5:30-8:30pm | At CCHE Instructor: Rob Wells The purpose of the course is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to first-aid emergencies. You will learn how to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over.
Publish Date: 02-12-26
American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
Description: American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED March 13 | 1:30-5pm | At CCHE Instructor: Rob Wells The purpose of the course is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac & breathing emergencies. You will learn how to give immediate care until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over.
Publish Date: 02-09-26
Psychological and Spiritual Dimensions
Description: Psychological and Spiritual Dimensions April 23 | 11:30am-1pm | At CCHE and Zoom Presenters: Pat Campanaro and Suzanne Sherman, Cook County Death Doulas - A Better Death Free will donations are accepted at the event. Join the Death Doulas 5-Part Series, offered monthly on Thursdays from November 2025 through March 2026. Attend one or all sessions. End-of-life issues affect everyone, regardless of age, health, or background. This series is meant for: * Individuals facing a terminal illness or nearing the end of their natural life. * Family members and friends of those who are dying, seeking to support and understand their loved ones. * Caregivers and healthcare professionals entrusted with providing compassionate, dignified care. * Anyone wishing to prepare thoughtfully for their own future, knowing that clarity and planning can bring peace of mind. End-of-life care prompts deep emotional and spiritual reflection—for patients and their loved ones. This module examines coping strategies, counseling supports, and methods for finding meaning, closure, and peace. It respects various belief systems and provides tools for spiritual care. The educational series is organized into interconnected modules, each addressing a vital aspect of the end-of-life journey. The modules are designed for both individual exploration and group discussion, blending expert insights with personal narratives. You’re welcome to bring your own brown bag lunch. We’ll provide water and tea. Schedule November 20, 2025 – Understanding the Dying Process December 18, 2025 – Palliative Care January 15, 2026 – Legal and Ethical Considerations February 19, 2026 – Psychological and Spiritual Dimensions March 19, 2026 – Burial Options and End-of-Life Celebrations
Publish Date: 03-03-26