🏡 Home Health: Care That Comes to You
🏡 Home Health: Care That Comes to You
Home health services play a vital role in helping individuals stay safe, healthy, and independent—right in the comfort of their own homes.
Here’s why home health is so important:
✨ Promotes Independence
Home health allows people to recover, manage chronic conditions, and maintain their daily routines without leaving home.
✨ Supports Safety & Minimizes Hospitalizations
Regular nursing visits, medication management, and monitoring help catch concerns early and reduce unnecessary hospital stays.
✨ Personalized, One-on-One Care
Care is tailored to each person’s needs—whether it’s skilled nursing, therapy, wound care, or education for patients and caregivers.
✨ Essential Support from Home Health Aides
Our home health aides provide compassionate assistance with personal cares—such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility support, and daily hygiene. Their work helps patients stay comfortable, maintain dignity, and safely perform everyday...
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Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during January!
Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during January!
Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.
**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**
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🌟 It’s Thank Your Customers Week!
🌟 It’s Thank Your Customers Week! 🌟
It is a special time for us to recognize and celebrate the people at the heart of everything we do—our home health patients, public health clients, and community members.
At Washington County Public Health, we are honored to walk alongside you—whether we’re supporting you in your home, providing preventive services, or helping you stay healthy and independent.
💙 Thank you for trusting us.
💙 Thank you for inviting us into your homes and lives.
💙 Thank you for allowing us to serve this community we care so deeply about.
Our team is grateful for each of you—not just this week, but every day.
If there’s anything we can do to support you in the year ahead, please reach out. We’re here for you. 💙
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🧠 Happy National Trivia Day!
🧠 Happy National Trivia Day!
Let’s celebrate with some surprising health and wellness facts you may not know:
✨ Did you know…
• Laughing 100 times burns about the same calories as a 10-minute light workout.
• Drinking enough water can boost your focus and energy—even mild dehydration can impact mood.
• Your taste buds have a lifespan of about 10–14 days before they regenerate.
• A brisk 10-minute walk can improve your mood for up to 2 hours.
• Sleep is so powerful that missing just 1–2 hours can affect your alertness as much as going without sleep for 24 hours.
• Chewing gum can help improve memory and concentration for some people.
• About 80% of your immune cells live in your gut—your digestive health matters!
• Spending time in nature can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and boost overall well-being.
💬 Want to join the fun?
Share your favorite random trivia fact—health-related or totally silly—in the comments!
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☃Bundle up and get outside—it’s National Play Outside Day!
Fresh air boosts mood, creativity, and overall health. Whether it’s a walk, a sled ride, or just exploring your backyard, enjoy some outdoor fun today
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! Not sure how it is already 2026! Time sure does fly!
Here is the January/February schedules for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program!
These programs help ensure that everyone has access to important vaccines, regardless of insurance status.
🤔Who Qualifies? 🤷
✅ Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program (Ages 18 & under)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Enrolled in Medicaid
3. American Indian or Alaska Native
4. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)
✅Vaccines for Adults (VFA) Program (Ages 19+)
1. Uninsured (no health insurance)
2. Underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines)
3. Medicare Part B only
📞 Call us today at 319-653-7758 to schedule an appointment - secure your spot
now!
Help us spread the word—share this post so we can reach community members who might benefit from these programs! 💉😊
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💥✨ Happy Motivation & Inspiration Day! ✨💥
It’s January 2nd — the day we all officially remember what goals we made yesterday. 😄
Whether you’re tackling big dreams or just trying to drink more water, remember:
💪 Small steps count
💙 You’re doing better than you think
🚀 And hey — even getting out of bed today is a victory!
If you need a little inspiration, try:
• A quick walk
• A deep breath
• A fresh start (you get unlimited ones!)
Let’s kick off 2026 with some positivity, a little humor, and a whole lot of determination.
You’ve got this, Washington County! 🎉💙
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Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during January!
Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during January!
Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.
**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**
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🎉🥳 Happy New Year, Washington County!
🎉🥳 Happy New Year, Washington County! 🥳🎉
Welcome to 2026 — a fresh start, a blank slate, and the perfect excuse to eat leftover snacks for breakfast!
Today is all about traditions:
✨ Watching the parades
✨ Enjoying lucky New Year’s foods (like cornbread – Often said to represent gold or good fortune)
✨ Taking that “first walk of the year” (even if it’s just to the couch)
✨ Spending time with the people who make life brighter
Reminder: Washington County Public Health is closed today, January 1st.
We’ll be back tomorrow, 1/2/2026, at 8AM, ready for a new year of serving our community!
Wishing you laughter, good health, and a year full of little victories.
Cheers to 2026! 🎆💙
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As we wrap up 2025, we’re grateful for another year of serving this wonderful community.
And yes — it also happens to be National Pretend to Work Day 😄
If you’re “working,” we hope your day is light, your coffee is strong, and your evening is full of celebration!
Reminder: Washington County Public Health will be closed on Thursday, January 1st in observance of New Year’s Day. We will reopen on Friday, January 2nd at 8AM.
Stay safe and have a healthy start to the new year!
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Mental Health Check-In💙🧠
Mental Health Check-In💙🧠
The holidays can be joyful — but they can also be stressful or overwhelming.
Take a moment today to check in with yourself and your loved ones.
If you’re struggling, reaching out is a sign of strength. Support is available, and you’re not alone.
**Call/Text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org
**Your Life Iowa- Call- 855-581-8111, Text- 855-895-8398, Chat at yourlifeiowa.org
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tip🔥🚨
Carbon Monoxide Safety Tip🔥🚨
With heaters, fireplaces, and generators being used more often, carbon monoxide risks go up in winter.
• Install CO detectors on every level of your home
• Never use grills or generators indoors
• Check that vents and chimneys are clear of snow
A quick safety check can save lives.
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✉️💙 Today is National Thank You Note Day— a perfect opportunity to express gratitude.
A simple note can brighten someone’s day and strengthen community connections.
Who deserves a thank you from you today?
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🎄💚 Merry Christmas from Washington County Public Health!💚🎄
🎄💚 Merry Christmas from Washington County Public Health!💚🎄
We hope your day is filled with joy, connection, and good health.
Thank you to our community for your continued support and partnership throughout the year!
Please note: Washington County Public Health is closed today, December 25th, so our staff can spend the holiday with their families.
We will reopen on Friday, December 26th at 8AM.
Wishing you a safe and wonderful holiday!
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✨🎄 Wishing everyone a warm and peaceful Christmas Eve🎄✨
✨🎄 Wishing everyone a warm and peaceful Christmas Eve🎄✨
May your day be filled with comfort, joy, and time with the people who matter most.
📣Please note: Washington County Public Health will be closed on December 24th and 25th so our staff can spend the holiday with their families.
We will reopen on Friday, December 26th at 8AM.
Stay safe and enjoy the magic of the season!
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Winter Handwashing Reminder🧼✨
Winter Handwashing Reminder🧼✨
Cold and flu season is here!
A quick reminder that handwashing remains one of the MOST effective ways to prevent illness.
Wash for 20 seconds (sing the ABC's or Happy Birthday twice) with warm water and soap — especially after being out in public, before meals, and after coughing or sneezing.
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Holiday Travel Health Tips🚗❄️
Holiday Travel Health Tips🚗❄️
Heading out of town this month? A few quick travel reminders:
• Pack medications and keep them in your carry-on or personal bag
• Bring extra snacks and water
• Keep hand sanitizer handy
• Check road and weather conditions before leaving
• If you are sick--Stay home
Safe travels and stay healthy out there!
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🔦 Happy National Flashlight Day!
🔦 Happy National Flashlight Day!
A great reminder to check your emergency kits, replace old batteries, and make sure every household member knows where flashlights are kept.
Preparedness keeps families safe — especially during winter months.
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Safe Gift-Giving Tips🎁🔒
Safe Gift-Giving Tips🎁🔒
If you're giving toys or gadgets this holiday season, remember safety first!
• Choose age-appropriate toys
• Check for small parts or choking hazards
• Make sure batteries (especially button batteries) are secured
• Keep chargers and cords out of reach of little ones
Healthy holidays start with safe choices.
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🎉🎊 Happy 13-Year Workaversary, Irene!
🎉🎊 Happy 13-Year Workaversary, Irene! 🎊🎉
Today, we’re celebrating 13 amazing years of dedication, hard work, and compassion from Irene! 💙 From making a difference in the lives of our community members to being an incredible part of our team, she truly embodies what public health is all about. 🏡❤️
We’re so grateful for everything Irene brings to Washington County Public Health—here’s to many more years of making an impact! 👏🎉
Drop a comment to help us celebrate Irene! 🎈🎊
#13YearWorkaversary #PublicHealthHero #DedicatedAndCompassionate #WeAppreciateYou
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