Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market
Posted
3/27/2018
by
ssalewski@co.wood.wi.us
Wood County Health Department, Wood County WIC, and South Wood County YMCA are partnering together to ensure the continuation of the Wisconsin Rapids Downtown Farmers Market for the 2018 season!
Any vendor interested in selling at the market is asked to attend a registration and training date.
Tuesday, April 17th, 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, April 26th, 9:00-10:30 AM
Registration and training will be held at the Health Department.
River Block Building - 3rd Floor
111 W. Jackson Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Please contact Mai Thao with any questions: mthao@co.wood.wi.us or 715-421-8942
http://wrcitytimes.com/downtown-farmers-market-readies-for-june-opening/
Community Resources
Posted
6/19/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
Behavioral (Mental) Health Bike Path - Roadmap
The purpose of this "Bike Path" (or roadmap) is to be a first step for families, and individuals under age 21, with behavioral (mental) health concerns. This easy to read guide helps connect Wood County residents with local, state and federal resources and services.
Wood County Area Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery Resources List
The purpose of this resource list is to provide a list of treatment facilities, recovery groups and other resources in Central Wisconsin for those needing counseling or assistance recovering from substance abuse. The information provided may not be inclusive of all resources, but can support those in need.
Suicide Prevention Training: QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)
Posted
6/19/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
Suicide prevention is everybody’s business, and anyone can help prevent the tragedy of suicide.
Fact: If people in a crisis get the help they need, they will probably never be suicidal again.
View the attached flyer for more information on how to schedule a training.
Wood County Pharmaceutical Drop-off Locations
Posted
6/19/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
Prevent misuse and protect the environment!
Bring unwanted, unneeded, or outdated prescriptions and over-the-counter medications to these local drop box locations...
- Marshfield Police Department
- Nekoosa Police Department
- Pittsville Police Department
- Port Edwards Police Department
- Town of Grand Rapids Municipal Building
- Wisconsin Rapids Police Department
- Wood County Sheriff's Department
- Rome Police Department (Adams County)
Bring: Prescription (controlled and non-controlled) and over-the-counter medications, ointments, patches, non-aerosol sprays, creams, vials and pet medications.
- Place all pills and capsules in a zip lock bag.
- Liquids, creams and sprays must be in their original packaging.
Do Not Bring: Illegal drugs, needles/sharps, inhalers, aerosol cans, bio-hazardous materials (anything containing a bodily fluid or blood), personal care products (shampoo, soaps, lotions, sunscreens, etc...), household hazardous waste (paint, pesticides, oil, gas).
For more information on locations and office hours, please view the attached flyer.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Posted
6/19/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are serious childhood traumas that result in toxic stress that can harm a child's brain. This toxic stress may prevent a child from learning, from playing in a healthy way with other children, and can result in long-term health problems.
Below are links to the ACE Survey and a handout on understanding ACEs.
Eliminate stigma and share your story of hope!
Posted
6/19/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
Healthy People Wood County partnered with WISE (Wisconsin Initiative for Stigma Elimination) to record several Wood County stories of hope and recovery.
Go to the Rogers InHealth website link below for more information and to view video's of hope and recovery.
Parents Who Host Lose the Most
Posted
5/4/2017
by
mlarson@co.wood.wi.us
"Parents Who Host Lose the Most is a public awareness program educating communities and parents about the health and safety risks of serving alcohol at teen parties.
This program encourages parents and the entire community to send a unified message that teen alcohol consumption is unhealthy, unsafe and unacceptable."
For more information visit the Drug Free Alliance website by clicking on the link below.
The City of Wisconsin Rapids has a social host ordinance. Adults allowing minors to consume alcohol on their property could be fined a minimum $1,000 and a maximum $5,000.
Students and teachers from the Wisconsin Rapids area, City of Wisconsin Rapids Police Department, and Wisconsin Rapids Community Media partnered together to make this Public Service Announcement video (see below).
Congratulations to Val Elliott, Wood County Distinguished Public Health Employee!
Posted
4/18/2016
by
krauter-egge@co.wood.wi.us
We recognize Val for her exceptional customer service, great attitude, and hard work. Juggling involvement in multiple teams and program areas, Val makes it all come together. Her efforts and hard work on various coalitions and projects does not go unnoticed! Helpful and flexible are traits that describe Val well. She is always willing to take on new tasks- in Environmental Health, Healthy People, Healthy Smiles and other department areas. Whatever the assignment may be, she puts forth 100% effort and completes it in a timely fashion with quality outcomes. Val believes in the Health Department’s proactive approach and has been actively involved in the strategic planning efforts among other department initiatives that align with our mission. Val consistently demonstrates kindness, dependability and strong work ethic. We appreciate Val’s dedication to public health and thank her for her hard work. It is with great pride and honor that we commend Val for a job well done.
Wood County Community Health Needs Assessment
Posted
9/16/2015
by
krauter@co.wood.wi.us
The Wood County Health Department, in partnership with Ministry Saint Joseph's Hospital, Aspirus Riverview Hospital and Clinics, Marshfield Clinic, and the Legacy Foundation is working together to determine health needs for Wood County.