Sargent County District Health Unit

09/03/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month. 🩵💜

Prevention starts with connection—and a simple conversation can make a world of difference. At home and at school, we can help young people feel seen, heard, and supported. You don't have to wait for a crisis to talk about mental well-being.

Parents Lead offers free, easy-to-use tools to help families:
🗣️ Start open conversations about mental health
💪🏽 Build everyday resilience in children
🧠 Support emotional well-being early on

Take a moment to connect with the young people in your life today. 👇👉 Download your free resources at ParentsLead.org

September is Su***de Prevention Month. 💛 It’s a reminder that prevention starts with connection—and that a simple conversation can make a difference.

At home and at school, we can help young people feel seen, heard and supported. Parents Lead offers free tools to help families talk openly, build resilience and support mental well-being—long before a crisis happens.

👉 Learn more and find free resources at ParentsLead.org.

09/03/2026

North Dakotans: It is now easier than ever to find the mental health and substance use support you need. 🧠💪

The newly updated North Dakota Behavioral Health Program Directory is officially live! Formerly known as the Mental Health Program Directory, this expanded tool features nearly 300 registered behavioral health programs across the state.

Whether you are looking for yourself or a loved one, you can now filter your search by:
📍 Location (City or County)💻 Telehealth & Virtual Options
🏥 Insurance Accepted
🗣️ Translation & Language Services
🎯 Specialized Treatment Programs

Find a provider today ➡️ www.hhs.nd.gov/behavioral-health/directory

08/30/2026

Starting conversations about mental health with your children is important. 💚 Keep it simple, listen with an open heart, and remind them that it’s always okay to talk about their feelings.

By creating a safe space for these conversations, we can break the stigma and help our children feel understood, supported, and never alone.



Check out Parents Lead for more resources: https://www.parentslead.org/

08/28/2026

📱 Back-to-School Screen Time Reset
A new school year is the perfect opportunity to refresh your family’s screen-time routine. Healthy screen habits can support sleep, learning, family connection, and overall balance.

Here are a few ways to get started:
👀 Set clear expectations
Make sure everyone understands when, where, and how screens may be used.
🍽️ Create screen-free times
Meals, homework time, and bedtime are great opportunities to unplug and connect.
⚖️ Talk about balance
Healthy habits are about more than setting limits. Encourage time for sleep, school, family, friends, physical activity, and screen-free fun.

Small changes can make a big difference. Start the school year with screen habits that work for your whole family!

🔗 Find more tips here: https://bit.ly/47f2ALL

08/26/2026

🎒 School is Back in Session!
For many North Dakota families, the school year brings busy mornings, new routines, and plenty of stories waiting to be shared after the final bell.

Instead of asking the usual “How was school?” try an open-ended question that may lead to a more meaningful conversation:
💬 What was the best part of your day?
😄 What made you laugh today?
👫 Who did you enjoy spending time with?
🤔 Was anything challenging today?
⭐ What are you looking forward to tomorrow?

Staying connected doesn’t always require a big conversation. Sometimes, it begins with one simple question at the end of the day.

Find more ideas: https://www.parentslead.org/conversation-starters/after-school?fbclid=IwY2xjawT8JmBwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVYxN1RlSjlDTVJCWnYwWUNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLqPtFbvztGdXcqkP9JdnXwIK6aeuNz7F7eBgs8RwmdE77AS8vl1DdfHOhsw_aem_w5FSLJC-D7xyH5xvKUZKbA

08/24/2026

✏📚Back-to-school season is here! Adjusting to new schedules and routines after summer break can be challenging for both students and families.

CredibleMind offers helpful tips for managing busy schedules🗓, making time for yourself, and creating a healthy, sustainable routine throughout the school year. 🌟

You’ve got this! 💪🏽 Visit our CredibleMind website to learn more: https://southeastnd.crediblemind.com/lists/balancing-school-and-life

08/17/2026

Empower the young minds around you by sparking open and honest conversations about kratom and 7-OH!
💡 Start by asking what they know and listen with an open heart, free of judgment.
💖 Explore the new **Kratom & 7-OH Hub** for inspiring conversation starters and resources to help you guide the young people in your life.
🔗 https://www.parentslead.org/topics/kratom

08/14/2026

🎒 New backpacks, new teachers, new routines—and plenty of new opportunities! But for some kids, the start of a new school year can also bring a few worries and nerves.

A simple question like, “How are you feeling about this school year?” can open the door to meaningful conversations and help children know they’re not alone. 💙

The Parents Lead Back-to-School Resource Hub offers practical tools, conversation starters, and resources to help parents, caregivers, educators, coaches, and other trusted adults support children’s mental health and well-being.

Let’s start the school year connected, supported, and ready to talk. 💙

👉 Explore the resource hub: https://bit.ly/4gq95zw

🎒New backpacks. New teachers. New routines. New opportunities. And maybe…a few nerves along the way.

A simple “How are you feeling about this year?” can open the door to conversations that matter. 💙

The Parents Lead Back-to-School Resource Hub has practical tools, conversation starters and resources to help parents, caregivers, educators, coaches and other trusted adults support children’s mental health and well-being.

Start the school year connected. Start the conversation.

👉 Explore the resource hub: https://bit.ly/4gq95zw

08/14/2026

📣 No nurse availability in the office today (Friday, August 14) - our nurses are working in the community at a local health fair!

08/05/2026

Come see us today! Be sure your little one is riding safely.