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Free Community Acupuncture
FREE ACUPUNCTURE WITH LAUGHING TAO
As part of our nonprofit activities, we offer free acupuncture. There is no sign-up required. You will be asked to sign a consent form to receive treatment.
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WHAT IS COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE - & HOW CAN IT HELP?
Acupuncture overall is a very powerful healing modality that addresses the symptoms of illness, as well as the root cause of the disease. Community acupuncture is a cost-effective way for people to receive the holistic care they need.
Community acupuncture can treat anything a one-on-one appointment can treat, with the added benefit of being in a group healing setting, surrounded by neighbors, friends, and a supportive environment.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
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Community acupuncture is given in a public setting. You will need to fill out informed consent paperwork. We will insert 5 to 10 needles on your lower legs, feet, arms, hands, or neck and scalp. You will not remove your clothing for treatment, though we do ask you wear shorts, t-shirts, or loose fitting clothing. Treatments are 20 minutes long.
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WHEN & WHERE
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We will be at the following venues providing free treatments in 2025.
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Upcoming Events (2025)​​​​​
Sunday, May 4
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Learn About Acupuncture PLUS
Free Acupuncture Session With Sound Healing.
$30 per person for Sound Healing.
Register Online Here.
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Previous Events (2025)
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Sunday, January 12
1 to 3 p.m.
Practice Simple Wellness - hosted by Joyce Day
1100 W. Garfield Avenue
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Sunday, January 26
1 to 2 p.m.
Sound Bath with Acupuncture
Hope and Healing Wellness Center
$15 per person, collected by HHWC - Laughing Tao will not profit
Register here
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Sunday, March 2
1 to 3 p.m.
Haven - hosted by Joyce Day
1100 W. Garfield Avenue
Bartonville, 61607
Walk-in only - no registration required.
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Sunday, March 16 - TWO EVENTS!
1 to 2 p.m. &
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Sound Bath with Acupuncture
Hope and Healing Wellness Center
$15 per person, collected by HHWC - Laughing Tao will not profit
Register here
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Sunday, April 13
2 to 3 p.m.
Sound Bath with Acupuncture
Hope and Healing Wellness Center
$20 per person, collected by HHWC - Laughing Tao will not profit
Register here
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Previous Events (2024)
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Sunday, January 28
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Sunday, February 11
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Sunday, March 3
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Miraspa Therapeutic
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Sunday, March 17
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Saturday, April 27
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
2024 Alzheimer's Walk
2200 E. Washington St.
East Peoria, IL 61611
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Sunday, June 23
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Sunday, July 21
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
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Sunday, August 18
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, September 18
6 to 7 p.m.
Hope and Healing Wellness Center
Sound Bath by HHWC with Acupuncture included.
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Friday, October 4
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lecture Followed by Acupuncture
Saxony Court Senior Living
Not open to public - residents only
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Saturday, November 2
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Intro to Self Defense, plus Acupuncture
Hosted by the Worldwide Bushido Federation
$20 per person, collected by WBF - Laughing Tao will not profit
Peoria Friendship House of Christian Service
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Wednesday, November 6
6 to 7 p.m.
Sound Bath with Acupuncture
Hope and Healing Wellness Center
$15 per person, collected by HHWC - Laughing Tao will not profit
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Friday, December 13
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pontiac Massage Therapy
Private Event
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Glenn Salazar Werry, LAc
Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Jujutsu & Qi Gong Instructor
Glenn served as an infantryman for over 10 years, where he partnered with intelligence, became staff sergeant, and taught hand-to-hand combat to hundreds of soldiers. His service included four deployments spanning 37 months to both Iraq and Afghanistan, and he spent an additional 18 months supporting injured and wounded soldiers in their transition back to civilian life. Glenn practiced and taught martial arts for over 25 years, and is the co-founder of and a fifth degree blackbelt in Elemental Jujutsu. He holds a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition, a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine, and a Doctorate in Acupuncture. He specializes in supporting the healing of issues stemming from chronic pain and PTSD.
Genevieve Salazar Werry, LAc
Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Genevieve has worked for healthcare organizations for over 15 years. She specializes in women's health and reproductive health, including infertility, fibroids, endometriosis, PCOS, irregular menses and hormonal imbalances. She also supports the relief of many mental health conditions including PTSD, bipolar disorder, PMS, premenstrual dysphoria, depression, and anxiety. Genevieve holds a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition and a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. She also has a background in communications, marketing, and project coordination. Additional degrees include a Bachelors in English and a Masters in Writing and Publishing.