🩺 Help Shape Health Services for Our Community! 🩺

HHS is asking families to take a few minutes to complete our Family Health Survey. Your feedback helps us better understand the needs of our students and families so we can continue improving health resources and support services.

✅ Quick and easy to complete
✅ Your voice matters
✅ Responses help guide future programs and services

Please take the survey here: https://go.iowa.gov/gUp4 (English) https://go.iowa.gov/uUT3 (Spanish)

Thank you for partnering with us to support healthier families and a stronger community! 💙

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

This month is a reminder that mental health matters—every single day. It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s okay to ask for help. Taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body.

Let’s break the stigma, support one another, and create a space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. A simple check-in, a kind word, or just being there can make a difference.

You are not alone. 💚

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during May💐

Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.

Adults under 60 years of age are also welcome and are required to pay $10 for the meal.

**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**

☀️ Skin Cancer Awareness Month ☀️

May is a time to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our skin and prioritizing our health. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers—but it’s also one of the most preventable.

Remember to wear sunscreen, seek shade, and get regular skin checks. Early detection can save lives.

Let’s take steps to protect ourselves and educate others. Your health matters—protect your skin today for a healthier tomorrow. 💛

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Today we celebrate the love, strength, and endless sacrifices that mothers make every single day. Thank you for the hugs that heal everything, the advice that guides us, and the love that never fades.

To all the amazing moms out there — you are appreciated more than words can say. ❤️

Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you smile. Happy Mother’s Day!

Enjoy a meal, socialization and entertainment at Encore Express during May💐

Adults 60+ (and spouses) can make reservations by calling 319-653-3950.

Adults under 60 years of age are also welcome and are required to pay $10 for the meal.

**Must make reservations before 1PM the Tuesday PRIOR to the meal!**

📚 Back-to-School Health Clinic 🩺

Get your child ready for a healthy and successful school year! Join us for our Back-to-School Health Clinics, where we’ll help students stay on track with required immunizations, health screenings, and important wellness checks.

Taking care of your child’s health now helps prevent illness, supports learning, and keeps our schools and community healthy.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 International Day of Families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Today we celebrate the love, support, and connection that families bring into our lives. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and each one plays an important role in building strong, healthy communities.

This day is also a reminder of the importance of supporting families through access to healthcare, education, and resources that promote overall well-being. When families thrive, communities thrive.

Take time today to appreciate your loved ones and the moments you share. 💙