HEALTH DEPARTMENT STAFF ACTS AS SECRET SANTAS FOR HILLCREST RESIDENTS
(From Left to Right)
Karen Sumner, Human Resources Director and RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Public Information Director with the Henry and Stark County Health display all the "Secret Santa" gifts that Henry and Stark County Department staff members have purchased this Christmas for Hillcrest Home residents.
The Henry and Stark County Health Department recently announced their 2011 Employee Service Award recipients. Pictured (from l to r): Martha Rivera, RN; Lisa Pitzer; Roger Anderson; Gail Ripka; Gary Mayo; Michele Beckstrom; Sharon Milliken; Donna Ericson; and Ann Cromien.
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments' and the Henry County Health Board are pleased to announce the 2011 Health Department Employee Service Award recipients.
This years winners include:
Michele Beckstrom, RN of Wyoming, WIC/Case Management Nurse, 20 Years of Service
Gail Ripka, RN of Kewanee, Administrator, 15 Years of Service
Roger Anderson, of Galva, Maintenance, 15 Years of Service
Martha Rivera, RN, of Kewanee, Home Health Nurse, 10 Years of Service
Lisa Pitzer, of Kewanee, Clinical Services Secretary, 10 Years of Service
Sharon Milliken, of Galva, Financial Services Account Clerk , 10 Years of Service
Ann Cromien, of Galva, Clinical Services Secretary, 10 Years of Service
Donna Ericson, of Galva, Secretary, 5 Years of Service
Gary Mayo, of Geneseo, Computer Support Specialist, 5 Years of Service
Health Department Administrator, Gail Ripka states, "The Henry County Board of Health recognizes that honest, loyal and qualified employees are the most valuable assets of the Health Department. It is because of their dedication and committment that we have been able to contribute so much to the health and well-being of the community."
For more information on the services of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments, call the Health Department at (309) 852-0197 (Henry) or (309) 852-3115 (Stark)
HEALTH DEPARTMENT CONDUCTS FIRST KEWANEE FLU CLINIC AND NOTES FLU SHOTS STILL AVAILABLE
Ann Jetel, LPN (left) a nurse with the Henry and Stark County Health Departments gives Donna Tucker of Kewanee a seasonal flu shot at the Flu Clinic held recently at the Kewanee National Guard Armory. The final Kewanee Flu Clinic will be held on Thursday, October 13th from 9:00am-10:30am at Union Federal Savings and Loan. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments remind area residents that they are still conducting Fall Flu Clinics at various sites throughout the area. These clinics are for adults 18 years of age and older only. In addition, a schedule of area School Based Children's clinics are being conducted. For the date and time of the flu clinic nearest you contact the Health Department by calling (309) 852-0197
(From L to R) RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Pam Bennett, RN and Janell Steffen of the Henry and Stark County Health Department assume the roles of Long-Distance Lily, Messy Marvin and a Health Department Homecare Assistant in their new program entitled "The Face of Homecare." The program is available to local groups and organizations.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT OFFERS SPECIAL 'FACES OF HOMECARE' PROGRAM TO AREA GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS
The staff of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments asks, "Are you looking for an entertaining and informative program for your next club or organization's meeting." If so, then the Health Department Home Health Services Division presents, "The Faces of Homecare."
RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Public Information Director with the Henry and Stark County Health Departments notes, "Everyday each of us assumes a different role. We may be a concerned child, a devoted spouse, a frazzled family member, or overwhelmed caregiver. 'The Faces Homecare' is a presentation that addresses the most common scenarios when looking at the process of aging and Home Health option of care."
Tucker-Marshall adds, "We invite audience members to listen carefully as the characters take a sometimes light-hearted, serious, funny, entertaining, and thoughtful look at this important subject and give many excellent reasons for considering home care services. You will meet Messy Marvin, Long-Distance Lily, Respite Rita, Overwhelmed Opal and Forgetful Florence.
The presentation is offered free-of-charge and can be tailor-made to meet any group's specific needs.
To schedule a "The Faces of Homecare" presentation or for more information call the Department at (309) 852-0197 (Henry) or 852-3115 (Stark)
RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Public Information Director with the Henry and Stark County Health Departments shines a special black light on the hands of Ava LaFollette and Marissa Stevens of Mrs. Kirkham's Kindergarten class at Belle Alexander. The light shows areas where students could improve on their handwashing. The Health Department has been visiting area schools to instruct local children on the importance of handwashing and other ways they can stay healthy and cold and flu free. For more information about Health Department presentations or cold and flu prevention measures call (309) 852-0197
FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES
The Henry and Stark County Health Departments remind area residents of their Family Planning clinic program.
Through the family planning clinic program, the Health Department hopes to give women the information and means they need to plan pregnancies and make responsible decisions. The program also hopes to detect other health problems early in their development so that clients can be referred to other health care providers for treatment.
Clinics are held at the Health Department office. Appointments, which are necessary, may be made by contacting the Health Department.
The family planning program provides annual physical exams to area women, including a breast exam and pap smear.
The clinic accepts medicaid payments and private pay. A sliding fee scale, based on the client's income, had been established to assist low-income families to obtain services. In addition, grant funds are available for those who meet certain eligibility requirements.
In addition to contraceptive services, the clinic also offers pregnancy testing.
For more information or to schedule an appointment call the Health Department at (309) 852-5272
HEALTH DEPARTMENT STAFF OFFERS AREA GROUPS A VARIETY OF PRESENTATIONS
The staff of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments reminds area residents planning a program for a local club or organization; that the Department staff is available to speak on a variety of health topics, and the services offered to area residents through their offices.
RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Health Department Director of Public Information, notes that "presentations on Health Department programs and awareness, home health and homemaker services, breast cancer awareness, advanced directives, nutrition, women's health, heart health, influenzae and its prevention, cholesterol and blood pressure control; and prostate and cervical cancers, just to name a few, are offered free-of-charge."
Tucker-Marshall adds, "Presentations can be tailor-made to meet any group's specific needs. Many presentations include informative handouts and entertaining videos. All information can be altered to the age and interests of the audience."
To schedule a presentation or for more information call the Department at (309) 852-0197 (Henry) or 852-3115 (Stark)
Henry County Health Department 4424 US Hwy 34 Kewanee, IL 61443 309-852-0197 Copyright 2007 All rights reserved
