AllenForce

AllenForce MISSION
To foster a successful transition for Veterans and families through health, fitness, and therapeutic recreation. It is a Trademark of AllenForce.

AllenForce serves all eras of veterans and their families under the therapeutic recreation modality, through health, fitness and recreation. It is founded and named in memory of Donna's father who served in the Army. The free programming and services provide a connection for positive mental health, physical opportunities and continued healing along with the camaraderie of veteran network through

the organization and it's volunteers. The four program through which it serves are Vet Rec, SheForce, Healthy Minds Healthy Bodies, and VETANK. HMHB was first started by Donna in 2009 with NEDSRA, to assist veterans who are injured through health and fitness training and social networking. Since the launch of HMHB the project has been well received by veterans and their families and is growing nation-wide. There are more than 30 licensed locations in Chicago area alone.

🌿 Special Craft & Chat Night 🌿Mark your calendar for Tuesday, June 30 at 6:30 PM and treat yourself to an evening of fre...
06/23/2026

🌿 Special Craft & Chat Night 🌿

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, June 30 at 6:30 PM and treat yourself to an evening of free self-care, fun, and connection. Create your own custom sugar scrub while enjoying music, refreshments, and good people

Looking for another reason to connect with your passion projects?

Join us every Thursday morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM for Craft & Chat. Bring your own project or enjoy some of ours. Work alongside others, share conversation, spark creativity, and enjoy a relaxing morning of connection. In-person or virtual.
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/allenforce-7473540123

AllenForce

Discover the benefits of Qi Gong, an ancient practice that combines movement, breath, and mindfulness to support overall...
06/22/2026

Discover the benefits of Qi Gong, an ancient practice that combines movement, breath, and mindfulness to support overall well-being.

Laura, teacher and owner of Tranquility Massage and Salt Room , will share the foundations of Qi Gong and lead participants through a gentle guided practice.

Attend in person or virtually. No experience necessary.



Registration link:

Learn the basics of Qi Gong and experience its benefits firsthand. Available in person or virtually.

To all fathers, father figures and the ones no longer with us… Happy Father’s Day ❤️🇺🇸         Captain James A. Lovell F...
06/21/2026

To all fathers, father figures and the ones no longer with us… Happy Father’s Day ❤️🇺🇸 Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center Hines VA Hospital

Happy Father’s Day to the dads and father figures who have worn the uniform and those who still serve our great nation today! Your courage, commitment, and sacrifice inspire us every day. Thank you for leading with strength, protecting with pride, and giving so much to your families and your country.
It's your day! Enjoy!

06/20/2026

Qi Gong today at AllenForce 🇺🇸 breathe….. and release

What a wonderful week at AllenForce! Thank you Post 1080 Auxiliary for your support and visit to our Veterans Wellness a...
06/20/2026

What a wonderful week at AllenForce! Thank you Post 1080 Auxiliary for your support and visit to our Veterans Wellness and Recreation Center! It was a blast with @5 star dog training giving a sneak peek into the dynamics of human/animal relationship, thank you Chase! Danielle taught her last game night with AllenForce, we will miss you! SAR Flag - Veteran-Operated made a visit to us all the way from New York!!! Thank you Kevin and Dave- we look forward to continuing support and collaboration lowering that rate of ‘22 a day’. And best of luck with your bikes 🏍️ at MOTOBLOT tomorrow! We celebrated Juneteenth with our cookout, camaraderie and some dancing! And the AF 360 Wellness graduates received their completion certificates and the Navigators got a special thank you for their hard work on the birth and development of this amazing path for our veteran and family Trackers through the 8 dimensions of wellness and alternative healing modalities. This program will launch again in the new year- get ready! The benefits are endless! 🧭 ♦️ Illinois Department Human Services

Go USA!!!
06/19/2026

Go USA!!!

Did you know?...Qi Gong is a gentle practice that combines movement, breathing, and mindfulness to help calm the mind, e...
06/18/2026

Did you know?...

Qi Gong is a gentle practice that combines movement, breathing, and mindfulness to help calm the mind, ease stress, and restore balance.

Join us this Saturday morning and give yourself the gift of slowing down. No special skills, flexibility, or experience needed. Just show up as you are.

Available both in person and via Zoom, so you can participate wherever you're most comfortable.

Register here:

Explore the meditative exercise of Qi Gong ("Chee-gong") with all eras of military veterans and their family members.

Did you know?...  Qi Gong is an ancient practice that uses gentle movement, breath, and mindfulness to help you feel mor...
06/18/2026

Did you know?... Qi Gong is an ancient practice that uses gentle movement, breath, and mindfulness to help you feel more balanced, energized, and connected.

Laura, Qi Gong teacher and owner of Tranquility Massage , will introduce the science and principles behind Qi Gong before leading a guided practice.

Attend in person or virtually from the comfort of home.

Registration link:

Learn the basics of Qi Gong and experience its benefits firsthand. Available in person or virtually.

Address

3581 Hennepin Drive Joliet, IL *AND* 15014 S. Des Plaines St Plainfield
Plainfield, IL
60431

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 7:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+17792053314

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