Dickey County Health District

05/26/2026

Home Alone: Is Your Child Ready?

There's no one "right age" for staying home alone or babysitting - it's about readiness.

Ask yourself:
✅Can they follow safety rules?
✅Can they handle unexpected situations calmly?
✅Are they comfortable being alone or caring for others?

Guidelines can help you decide what's best for your family. Learn more: 🔗https://www.parentslead.org/look/home-alone-your-child-ready?

05/22/2026

🩸We still have a few time slots available to donate blood next Wednesday, May 27th!

Power Red: 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:00pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm
Whole Blood: 3:15pm, 3:45pm, 4:15pm

Call 349-4348 or sign up online with the link below!

https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=2LwYRYWIoCXIZN7MQDiaDT26KQdwLjDc02DOFrk%2B3uU%3D

05/22/2026

Keeping kids safe online starts with staying connected. 📲🔍

Know who your child is talking to, what platforms they're using, and how they're spending their time. Set clear rules, use privacy settings, and remind them never to share personal information.

Most importantly- keep the conversation open so they feel safe coming to you if something doesn't seem right.

05/22/2026

It's okay to not have it all together every day. 💚
Give yourself grace to make mistakes, face hard days, and ask for help when you need it. Healing and growth are not about perfection - they're about showing up for yourself one step at at time.

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

Ellendale Community Blood Drive is next week! There are still time slots available to donate. 🩸

🩸Ellendale Community Blood Drive 🩸

Thank you to those who have signed up to donate blood! We do have a few time slots available: 12:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:30pm.

📆May 27, 2026
⏰12pm-6pm
📍Nazarene Church

If interested in donating, call 349-4348 or click the link below to claim a time slot!

https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=2LwYRYWIoCXIZN7MQDiaDT26KQdwLjDc02DOFrk%2B3uU%3D

05/14/2026

Worried your child may be using substances? Trust your instincts -- and start with a calm, supportive conversation.

Here's how to begin:
👂Listen first. Ask open-ended questions and really hear them out.
😊Stay calm. Your response can shape their willingness to be honest.
❤ Lead with care. Focus on support, not punishment.
📚Stay informed. Learn the facts and reach out for help if you need it.
You don't need perfect words -- just showing up with consistency and openness matters most. 💙

05/13/2026

Ni****ne pouches like ZYN are becoming increasingly popular among youth and young adults — but many people may not realize how much ni****ne they contain or how addictive they can be.

These small, discreet pouches are often flavored and marketed in ways that appeal to teens, making them easy to hide and easy to misuse. Some users may even use multiple pouches at once, increasing ni****ne exposure.

Parents, caregivers, educators, and community members: knowing the signs and starting conversations early can make a difference. Awareness is prevention.