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Emily Tokheim / Monday, September 2, 2024

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📣 Caregiver 101 Courses Now Available!

📣 Caregiver 101 Courses Now Available!

📣 Caregiver 101 Courses Now Available!

Heritage Area Agency on Aging is offering Caregiver 101, this is the 2nd session, which is a free courses designed to support and educate caregivers. This session is available both in-person and via Zoom for your convenience.

For more information or questions, please contact Heritage Area Agency on Aging at 319-398-5559.

Take advantage of this valuable opportunity to enhance your caregiving skills!

Can you believe it’s almost March?!

Can you believe it’s almost March?!

Can you believe it’s almost March?! Time is flying by!

We’re excited to share the schedule for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our NEW 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)

✅ NEW! 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—tag a friend who might benefit from these programs! 💉😊

📣 TODAY'S THE DAY--Caregiver 101 Course!

📣 TODAY'S THE DAY--Caregiver 101 Course!

📣 TODAY'S THE DAY--Caregiver 101 Course!

Heritage Area Agency on Aging is offering Caregiver 101, this is the 2nd session, which is a free courses designed to support and educate caregivers. This session is available both in-person and via Zoom for your convenience.
For more information or questions, please contact Heritage Area Agency on Aging at 319-398-5559.

Take advantage of this valuable opportunity to enhance your caregiving skills.

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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to SARAH!
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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday to Maxine! 🎂🎉

Wishing you a fantastic day filled with joy, laughter, and all the things you love most. Thank you for all the amazing work you do – we’re so lucky to have you on the team. If you see her today, be sure to wish her a very happy birthday! 🎈✨
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3/7/2025

🌟 Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

🌟 Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

🌟 Happy Employee Appreciation Day! 🌟

Today, we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible team at Washington County Public Health. Your dedication, compassion, and hard work make a difference in the lives of so many in our community. 💙

Whether you’re providing care, coordinating services, or supporting behind the scenes, each of you plays a vital role in keeping our community healthy and thriving. We are grateful for your commitment and the heart you bring to everything you do!

Please join us in celebrating our amazing staff—leave a comment below to share your appreciation! 👏👏

#EmployeeAppreciationDay #ThankYou #Teamwork #PublicHealthHeroes

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Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during March!

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during March!

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during March!
Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.
**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**

🦅💙 Affordable Health Coverage for Kids – Apply for Hawki Today!

🦅💙 Affordable Health Coverage for Kids – Apply for Hawki Today!

🦅💙 Affordable Health Coverage for Kids – Apply for Hawki Today! 💙🦅

Did you know that Iowa offers low-cost or free health insurance for kids and teens? Hawki (Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa) provides coverage for doctor visits, dental care, vision, prescriptions, and more—giving parents peace of mind and keeping kids healthy!

✅ No-cost or low-cost health insurance
✅ Covers check-ups, immunizations, and more
✅ For families who qualify based on income

Even if you think you might not qualify, it’s worth checking—many families are eligible! 💙

Visit https://hhs.iowa.gov/Hawki to learn more and apply today!

#Hawki #HealthyKids #PeaceOfMind #IowaFamilies #AffordableHealthcare

Did you know 1 in 3 adults will get shingles?

Did you know 1 in 3 adults will get shingles?

Did you know 1 in 3 adults will get shingles? If you’re 50 or older, talk to your healthcare provider about the shingles vaccine — your best protection against the virus and its serious health risks.

Learn more: https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me
Source: CDC

¿Sabía que 1 de cada 3 adultos tendrá herpes zóster? Si tiene 50 años o más, hable con su proveedor de atención médica sobre la vacuna contra el herpes zóster: su mejor protección contra el virus y sus riesgos graves para la salud.

Obtenga más información en https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/ask-me.
Fuente: CDC

🔹 Patient Safety Awareness Week: March 10-16, 2024 🔹

🔹 Patient Safety Awareness Week: March 10-16, 2024 🔹

🔹 Patient Safety Awareness Week: March 10-16, 2024 🔹

At Washington County Public Health, we are committed to keeping our community safe by promoting best practices in healthcare and home health. Patient safety is everyone’s responsibility—from healthcare providers to patients and their families!

✅ Ways to Support Patient Safety:
🔹 Ask questions and advocate for yourself or loved ones.
🔹 Follow medication instructions carefully.
🔹 Wash hands regularly to prevent infections.
🔹 Ensure safe environments for older adults at home.
🔹 Stay up to date with vaccinations and wellness checkups.

This week, let’s raise awareness and take steps to create a safer, healthier community! 💙

#PatientSafetyAwarenessWeek #SafeCareForAll #PublicHealthMatters

Here is the schedule for March & April for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our NEW Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program...

Here is the schedule for March & April for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our NEW Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program...

Here is the schedule for March & April for our Vaccines for Children (VFC) program and our NEW 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)

✅ NEW! 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—tag a friend who might benefit from these programs! 💉😊

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📢 Take Charge of Your Health!

📢 Take Charge of Your Health!

📢 Take Charge of Your Health!

📢 Take Charge of Your Health! Free STI & HIV Testing Clinic 📢

Your sexual health matters! Many sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can go unnoticed because they don’t always show symptoms. The first step in protecting yourself and your partners is knowing your status.

📅 When: TODAY!! March 18th, 2025 from 11AM-2PM
📍 Where: 5th Floor, Washington County Public Health (WCPH)
🚶 No appointment needed – just walk in!

🔹 Free, rapid, and confidential HIV/STI & HepC testing
🔹 On-site counseling & treatment or referrals
🔹 Free condoms & safe sex supplies

We’re proud to partner with Integrated Testing Services (ITS) from Johnson County Public Health to bring this vital service to our community.

Take control of your health—stop by and get tested! ✅💙

#GetTested #KnowYourStatus #SafeSex #WCPH

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Suite 300

Washington, IA 52353

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Monday - Friday

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