Gunnison County Health and Human Services

10/29/2026

Did you know that 1 in 20 adults have serious thoughts about su***de every year? Your best friend, co-worker, or parent could be hurting.

Know the signs by visiting: https://www.nami.org/stay-connected/events/awareness-events/su***de-prevention-month/ -the-toolkit

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¿Sabías que 1 de cada 20 adultos tiene pensamientos suicidas cada año? Tu mejor amigo, compañero de trabajo o familiar podría estar sufriendo.

Conoce las señales visitando: https://www.nami.org/stay-connected/events/awareness-events/su***de-prevention-month/ -the-toolkit

10/29/2026

Halloween season is here 🎃

Check out ways to make trick-or-treating safe while keepin' it spooky through the resources provided below!

Tips for parents, kids, and drivers:
🔸 https://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips-pdf
🔸 https://saferide4kids.com/blog/halloween-driving/
🔸 https://uoflhealth.org/articles/be-seen-this-halloween/

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Ya está aquí la temporada de Halloween 🎃

¡Echa un vistazo a los recursos que te ofrecemos a continuación para que el «truco o trato» sea seguro sin perder el toque espeluznante!

Consejos para padres, niños y conductores:
🔸 https://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips-pdf
🔸 https://saferide4kids.com/blog/halloween-driving/
🔸 https://uoflhealth.org/articles/be-seen-this-halloween/

10/29/2026

Free community movie night at the Majestic Theatre - 6:30pm on 11/6. Don’t forget to visit the Majestic website to reserve you free ticket.

Choice Pass holders bring your ID card for discounted popcorn!

10/29/2026

10/27/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a time when our Colorado communities unite to raise awareness, honor survivors, and strengthen our commitment to ending relationship violence.

The Colorado SAVES Demonstration “Say Yes to Safe Access” Grant and the Colorado Division of Child Support Services are committed to making our services and processes as safe as possible for the families we serve. Learn more about how to safely access child support at: https://childsupport.colorado.gov/safely-access-child-support

If you have any safety concerns for yourself or your children, please contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline at: 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or text “START” to 88788

For Colorado domestic violence resources, visit the link in our bio.

10/27/2026

Free Legal Resource Days through Colorado's Division of Child Support Services

7th Judicial District (Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose (including Nucla), Ouray, and San Miguel counties):

In-person events will be held October 28-29 at the Montrose Justice Center (1200 N. Grand Ave., Montrose, CO 81401). Free 20- to 30-minute one-on-one attorney consultations (probate matters, estate planning, estate administration, real estate, property matters, business, HOA, civil, family, divorce, parenting time, and support. Free mediation sessions (these services, attorney consultations, and mediation require pre-registration).

More information is in the shared post.

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Jornadas de asesoramiento jurídico gratuito a cargo de la División de Servicios de Manutención Infantil de Colorado

En la publicación compartida encontrarás más información.

In the month of October, the Judicial Department and partners are hosting free legal assistance and educational sessions in 11 locations around the state. Volunteer lawyers and other professionals will be offering free informational and educational sessions to individuals representing themselves. Get help with evictions, family law, sealing a criminal case, small claims, or other legal matters.

Find a location near you and additional resources at: https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/media/press-release/colorado-judicial-districts-host-free-legal-resource-day-events-october?topic=76&wrapped=true

10/20/2026

October is Dental Hygiene Month! 🪥 Check out the shared post below for oral hygiene tips for you and your family!

To get more information about our local WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program, call us at (970) 641-3244.

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¡Octubre es el Mes de la Higiene Dental! 🪥 ¡Echa un vistazo a la publicación que compartimos a continuación para conocer consejos de higiene bucal para ti y tu familia!

Para obtener más información sobre nuestro programa local WIC (Mujeres, Bebés y Niños), llámanos al (970) 641-3244.

10/20/2026

🛍️ Pop-Up Pantry THIS THURSDAY, 10/22, in Crested Butte! See the shared post from Gunnison Country Food Pantry for more details and future dates!

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🛍️ ¡Despensa temporal ESTE JUEVES, 22 de octubre, en Crested Butte! ¡Echa un vistazo a la publicación compartida por Gunnison Country Food Pantry para obtener más detalles y conocer las próximas fechas!

10/15/2026

Today, October 15th, is Global Handwashing Day!

The best way to keep germs from getting to you is to wash your hands 🤲

When was the last time you washed your hands today?

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¡Hoy, 15 de octubre, es el Día Mundial del Lavado de Manos!

La mejor forma de evitar que los gérmenes te afecten es lavarte las manos 🤲

¿Cuándo te has lavado las manos por última vez hoy?

💧 Mojar
🧼 Hacer espuma
🫧 Frotar
💦 Aclarar
🧻 Secar