ADAMS County Healthy Families

ADAMS County Healthy Families Adams County Healthy Families is a free, fun and voluntary family resource program that can benefit expecting families and families of newborns.

05/28/2026

The Adams County Healthy Families team attended the 3rd Annual Indiana Mental Health Summit 2026 last week in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The event featured keynote speaker Zak Williams, a mental health advocate and son of the late actor Robin Williams. The summit offered workshops, panel discussions, and plenty of networking opportunities.

The Healthy Families staff explored new ways to support families, in our local community, as they navigate their mental health challenges.

If you or someone you know needs help, don’t hesitate to reach out to us or call 988 for any mental health needs and services.

05/24/2026

Safe sleep can lower the risk of SIDS and help your baby sleep more safely 🤍💤

Here are a few important reminders for parents and caregivers:

✔️ Always place baby on their back for every sleep
✔️ Use a firm, flat sleep surface
✔️ Keep the crib empty — no pillows, blankets, or stuffed toys
✔️ Dress baby in light layers to avoid overheating
✔️ Share a room, not a bed, for at least the first 6 months

🚫 Unsafe sleep setups like tummy sleeping, loose bedding, soft pillows, or bed-sharing can increase the risk of suffocation and sleep-related accidents.

Simple changes can make a big difference ✨

05/19/2026

A new study published recently in the journal Science, which found that reducing sugar in the first 1,000 days (from conception to age 2), can have huge lifelong health benefits. ⁠⁠

The study looked at the health impact of the UK’s World War II-era sugar rationing on a population-level – and the results are fascinating!⁠⁠

🔬 Specifically, the study found:⁠⁠
⭐️ A 35% reduction in the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes⁠
⭐️ A 20% reduction in the risk of high blood pressure⁠
⭐️ A 4-year delay in the onset of diabetes diagnosis⁠
⭐️ A 2-year delay in the onset of hypertension⁠
⭐️ A 30% decrease in obesity risk

⁠If we want to live longer, healthier, we really need to take a serious inventory of our daily sugar intake and adjust!

05/19/2026

With the increase in knockoffs and discount websites, we wanted to share an important reminder for caregivers to stay alert to the presence of counterfeit car seats on the market! Below are some key warning signs to watch for when purchasing a car seat to help ensure your child’s safety.

At Family Centered Services, we have Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians on staff who are available to assist ANYONE with questions about car seats, proper fit, and installation. Contact us at 260-824-8574 to learn more!

Save the date! A wonderful event is coming up for families in need of support, with everything offered completely free.
05/11/2026

Save the date! A wonderful event is coming up for families in need of support, with everything offered completely free.

05/06/2026

A good reminder: babies don’t need pillows, blankets,
or toys in their cribs.
For every nap and bedtime, practice the ABCs:
Alone: Babies should be placed alone with
caregiver nearby in the same room
Back: On his or her back
Crib: With only a tight-fitting sheet, no bumper
pads, pillows, blankets or stuffed animals

05/06/2026

Join us in the celebration of the Decatur City Pool's 100th anniversary this June! We invite the community and all past and present lifeguards to participate in the festivities. Additionally, we would like to celebrate Nan Everett for her 50 years of outstanding service at the city pool and in Parks and Recreation by adding each employee's handprints and signatures to the pump house starting with hers. This is a free event!

05/05/2026

🚗🔧 Adams Future Focus Event! 🔧🚗

Join us May 30th at 10 AM at Helpful Repair Service LLC to learn Basic Car Maintenance—perfect for beginners!

📍 Hands-on learning
📍 Real-life tips you can use
📍 Open to the community

Don’t miss this opportunity to build skills that last a lifetime!

05/04/2026

Toddlers and young children feel emotions they don’t yet know how to handle. 🧠

✨ When your child:
- Cries suddenly
- Screams or throws a tantrum
- Gets upset over “small” things

…it’s often emotional overload, not misbehavior.

✨ Why this happens:

- Their brain is still developing
- They don’t have words for big feelings
- They need help regulating emotions

💡 What helps more than punishment:

- Stay calm and close
- Name the feeling: “You’re upset. I’m here.”
- Offer comfort before correction

💙 Remember: Connection comes before correction.

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829 E. Monroe Street
Decatur, IN
46733

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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