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Debra Andersen

Debra Andersen

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As a meditation teacher, counselor, and coach, my mission is to empower individuals to cultivate inner peace, emotional well-being, and personal growth. With a holistic approach to mental health and self-discovery, I am dedicated to guiding clients on a transformative journey towards greater self-a…

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Heidi Gillis

Heidi Gillis

Tai Chi, Qigong, Personal Fitness Trainer for Active Agers
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Heidi L Gillis is certified as a Personal Fitness Trainer (W.I.T.S.) & Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. With specializations as Older Adult/Senior Fitness Specialist, Lifestyle Fitness Coach, level 1 Qigong F.I.T. and TaiChi F.I.T. , TCH Board Certified Tai Chi for Rehabilitation Instructor,…

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Jennifer Ellis

Jennifer Ellis

Fitness, Yoga, and Meditation Teacher
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My mission is to continually work and partner with individuals and companies that are in alignment with a vision of enlightening lives. Bio: Jennifer Ellis started her company Life Enlightenment in January 2001. She is featured in the book "Guerrilla Publicity 2" and has co-hosted and produce…

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Karl Leiderman

Karl Leiderman

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Hello and welcome to my landing page for the over 50 years young man or woman who wants to lose weight, gain muscle, have increased energy, reverse chronic illness, stabilize your mood, and be that active person you used to be or want to be again. I am a healthy, over 50 years old young man. I …

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Kelly Corbitt

Kelly Corbitt

Health Coach and Fitness Guide
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I'm Kelly Corbitt! I'm in the business of helping Women Feel Better, While Gaining Control Over Their Bodies and Overall Wellness....It's never too late to start getting healthy, to enjoy every day into the latter years of life! I can walk by your side as we get there together as I have with many o…

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Melissa King

Melissa King

Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach Certified GGS Women's Coach ACE Certified Personal Trainer
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Hi! I’m Melissa King and I’m a certified health coach and personal trainer specializing in helping women overcome their anxiety and depression so they can be more productive, have more energy, and live an abundant life. I believe that in order to create healthy lifestyle habits that are sustainable…

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Tiffany Nelson

Nutritional Therapy Practitioner
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Markham, IL

 

Markham is a city and a south suburb of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States. Markham is located at 41°35′51″N 87°41′30″W (41.597467, -87.691570). According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Markham has a total area of 5.41 square miles (14.01 km2), all land.

Approximately 2,500 acres (10 km2) of virgin and restored prairie land are located within the boundary of Markham. There are four prairies known as "Dropseed", "Sundrop", "Paintbrush" and "Gensburg". The prairie is under the supervision of Northeastern Illinois University and The Nature Conservancy. The Gensburg-Markham Prairie portion has been designated a National Natural Landmark. The prairies continue to grow and flourish with the help of the Friends of the Indian Boundary Prairies.

It is claimed that this area was a beach 10,000 years ago. After countless ages of geologic swamps, marshes, and sloughs, the prairies dominated the landscape with groves of trees, flowers, and wildlife in abundance.

Markham, southwest of the southern tip of Lake Michigan, had been a crossroad for early pioneers. In 1816 a treaty was made with the Ottawa, Chippewa, and Potawatomi tribes which ceded a corridor of land located between a point north of the Chicago River and the mouth of the Calumet River to the settlers. The southern boundary, one of two Indian Treaty Boundary Lines, was surveyed along a line from the Kankakee River to Lake Michigan. The line still appears on government maps and now includes a short portion of Interstate 57 near the US 6 interchange northwest of Markham.

The village of Markham was incorporated in 1925 with a population under 300. The village was named for Charles H. Markham, president of the Illinois Central Railroad 1911–1918, 1919–1926. In the mid-1930s, the Croissant Park subdivision was built and increased the population from 349 to 1,388. After World War II, Markham's population doubled to 2,753 residents by 1950. The village developed into a bedroom community as residents sought homes, not industry. An airport developed at 165th Street and Kedzie Avenue was the nearest field outside of Chicago. The airport site was located near what is now the Cook County Sixth Circuit Courthouse. On August 24, 1967, Markham was incorporated as a city.

Health and wellness are paramount in Markham, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. Advocate Healthcare stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Markham Park District offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join various fitness classes such as aerobics, Zumba, and strength training at the Markham Community Center. Participate in weight management and nutritional counseling sessions offered at Ingalls Health System. The Markham Senior Center provides fitness and wellness programs tailored for seniors, including low-impact exercises and social activities. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Markham, such as the Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail and Tall Grass Greenway Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

 

The top sites in Markham, IL are Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens, Indian Boundary Prairies - Gensburg-Markham Prairie, and Oak Forest Heritage Preserve.

 

Population: 11,241 (2022). ZIP Code: 60428. Area code: 708. Elevation: 620 ft (0 m). Area: 5.41 sq mi (14.00 km2).

 

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What is Markham, IL is known for?

Yankee farmers arrived in the mid-1830s, followed in the 1840s and 1850s by German and Irish immigrants. The settlers bypassed the marshy areas which today are Markham's most celebrated natural features: the Old Indian Boundary Prairies. German immigrants planted 60 pine seedlings from the Black Forest, one of which survived until 1985 along the Old Indian Boundary Line, becoming the Lone Pine Tree symbol on Markham's city seal.

 

What is the crime rate in Markham, IL?

The crime rate in Markham is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Markham is 1 in 41. Based on FBI crime data, Markham is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Illinois, Markham has a crime rate that is higher than 91% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

 

Is Markham, IL a good place to live?

Markham is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 11,592. Markham is in Cook County. Living in Markham offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Markham, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families live in Markham and residents tend to be liberal.

 

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Wikipedia

City of Markham

Advocate Healthcare

Markham Park District

Markham Community Center

Ingalls Health System

Markham Senior Center

Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail 

Tall Grass Greenway Trail

Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens

Indian Boundary Prairies - Gensburg-Markham Prairie

Oak Forest Heritage Preserve

Chicago History Encyclopedia

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

 

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