Tanya Bennett, founder of Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation, with Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller (Photo Provided).
Women from across the city gathered at the Visions Odeum on Sunday for a groundbreaking event aimed at shedding light on menopause. Hosted by The Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation, PUSH 365 Event Group LLC, and The S.K.O.O.P., Inc., “Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations: The Menopause Chronicles” offered a space for open dialogue, expert guidance and a sense of community for women navigating this transformative stage of life.
The event marked the launch of a multi-city tour designed to provide a comprehensive resource for managing menopause. Attendees engaged with a panel of specialists—including gynecologists, nutritionists, dermatologists, fitness professionals, therapists and wellness coaches—who shared valuable insights on everything from hormonal changes to mental well-being.
“This tour is about more than just menopause—it’s about community, resilience, and embracing this transformative stage of life with confidence,” said Tanya Bennett, founder of the Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations Foundation. “By providing women with a space to learn from experts and connect with others who are on the same journey, we’re helping to break down the stigma and open up honest conversations around menopause.”
Beyond expert discussions, the event featured interactive elements such as games, shopping and networking opportunities, creating a supportive and engaging atmosphere. Women in attendance left with not only practical strategies but also a renewed sense of empowerment and solidarity.
The tour is set to continue with stops in Atlanta, Houston and other major cities, furthering its mission of education and community-building.
Tickets for upcoming events are available through the HFCC website (www.hfccfoundation.org).
Here are more photos from this monumental event:
The panelists pictured L to R: Tanya Bennett, BSN, RN; Tracee Blackburn, Dermatology PA-C; Melanie Hall, LCPC; Mary Younger, Certified Fitness Trainer; Leslie Moore-Hicks, CNM, MSN, MSPH, APN (Photo Provided).
Moderator/HFCC founder/chair Tanya Bennett and the room of attendees standing up to exercise (Photo Provided).
