The
re:TH!NK Addiction Run/Walk helps raise community awareness about the burden of substance use and addiction. The annual event is coming up on Saturday, September 7th. You can
register now for the 7 mile, 5k, or 1 mile walk/run. Money raised will support local prevention, treatment, and the recovery community.
Do you know someone affected by the July storms? Funds are available to help with Foodshare benefit replacement. Learn more about post flood clean-up and how to prevent future problems with lingering moisture.
As school is starting back up and school age children are getting their wellness checks, remember your children under 5 need their “check up” too. Developmental screening is an important part of a well child exam. For more information about screening contact your child’s doctor, child care center or school district.
Here’s a brief fact sheet about screening.
In Wisconsin, bats are born in June and start learning to fly in late July and August. Bats are
vital for our ecosystem, but be mindful of diseases that bats might carry. Most notable is
rabies: a preventable viral disease that can infect the brain and nervous system. This is a good time of year to
review bat safety tips and share them with your family.
