Macoupin County Public Health Department

05/09/2026

05/08/2026

Join us June 26, 2026 at Timber Lakes Golf Course for the Macoupin County Safe Families Golf Tournament!

• 4-Man Scramble
• Prizes
• $1,000 Shootout
• Sponsorship opportunities

💚 Supporting victims of domestic violence.

Register with our LinkTree
👉 https://linktr.ee/safefamiliesgolftournament?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=93445e11-fb5c-436b-92fa-3989d180f669

05/07/2026

🚨 SNAP Alert: Work Rules Have Changed 🚨

As of May 1, 2026, new SNAP work requirements are now in effect and may impact eligibility for some adults.

If these requirements are not met, food benefits could be reduced or stopped.

🔄 What This Means
If you are required to participate, you now may need to:
Work
Participate in job training
Meet a set number of work hours each month

🟢 You May Qualify for an Exemption If You Are:
Unable to work due to a medical condition
Caring for a child or dependent
Pregnant
Meeting other approved exemption criteria

⚠️ Everyone’s situation is different—don’t assume these rules don’t apply to you.

✅ Take Action to Protect Your Benefits
If you haven’t checked recently, now is the time. Use the SNAP Work Requirements Screener to find out:
If the rules apply to you
Whether you’re meeting the requirements
If you qualify for an exemption

👉 Access the Screener: Screener Portal: https://aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABAWD?lang=EN&fbclid=IwY2xjawQyO5tleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQU3lMdGlPMnY0a2xtazF0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoXdDIFkHENNo2qVdt2xR2C2wffvUGTgg9Zr7nzXCIFiCm7RK7my3VUwDT-3_aem_-h2hvSSpXqlXFarQSulPjw

💻 Create or log into your account:
Visit abe.illinois.gov to set up your Manage My Case account today.

05/04/2026

During the month of April, we invited all Macoupin County students in grades 6-12, to participate in our 5th annual 'Into the Light' Mental Health Awareness Art Contest. We are pleased to introduce 47 amazing pieces of student artwork! Please choose your favorites by giving them a "Like" or a "Love". Those with the most 'Likes and Loves' will receive an award and special recognition. All of the pieces are subject to being displayed in MCPHD locations.
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LIKE YOUR FAVORITE TODAY!
All Likes/Loves on this post will be counted at 5pm on Tuesday, May 12th.
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Special thanks goes to our Macoupin County school administrators and teachers for helping to spread the word about 'Into the Light' to their students and for their coordination of pickup and drop-off of art supplies.

05/01/2026

💚As we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month this May, come together by sharing your story. When you do, you join others nationwide in the belief that healing begins in community.
Join us in taking action to break the stigma of silence.

Talking about what’s going on inside can feel scary—but it can also bring relief. You don’t have to carry it all by yourself.

Your voice matters. 🗣️

04/30/2026

💢ATTENTION Mt. Olive School Parents & Guardians💢

🪥🦷

Sign your student up at:
https://phreesia.me/mtolivedental

04/27/2026

💙Exposure to violence can have a lasting impact on a child’s safety, development, and overall well‑being.

As Child Abuse Awareness Month comes to a close, we at Macoupin County Public Health Department extend our gratitude to everyone who helped shine a light on prevention, support, and advocacy. Protecting children is a year‑round commitment, and together we can continue building a safer, stronger Macoupin County for every child.

To learn more, visit: https://www.preventchildabuseillinois.org/

04/27/2026

Click the link below for the latest WEATHER UPDATE from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA):
https://www.weather.gov/media/lsx/DssPacket.pdf

Click below to link to NOAA's website:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=39.2855&lon=-89.8816

04/26/2026

Need help navigating your health insurance situation, or just want more information about your options?

WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
📞 Call: (217) 930-2298 or (217) 291-4788 or
📧 Email: [email protected]

Our Insurance Navigator will also be traveling around Macoupin County to provide free assistance.

Continue to check here ⬇️⬇️⬇️ for locations, dates, and times:

🎯 Wed. 5/6 | Bunker Hill, City Hall | 10am-12:30pm
🎯 Mon. 5/11 | Palmyra, City Hall | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 5/12 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Wed. 5/13 | Benld Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Thurs. 5/14 | Carlinville Area Hospital | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Mon. 5/18/ | Girard Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 5/26 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Wed. 5/27 | Carlinville Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Thurs. 5/28 | Brighton Food Pantry | 9am-11am
🎯 Fri. 5/29 |Virden, Hangers of Hope | 12pm-2pm
🎯 6/2 - 6/6 | Macoupin County Fair | 3pm-7pm
🎯 Mon. 6/8 | Mount Olive, City Hall | 1:30pm-3:30pm
🎯 Thurs. 6/11 | Carlinville Area Hospital | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Thurs. 6/11 |Women's Health Fair | 4:30pm-6pm
🎯 Mon. 6/15 | Girard Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 6/16 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Fri. 6/19 | Macoupin County Housing Authority, Staunton Rec hall | 10am-12pm
🎯 Tues. 6/23 | Benld Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Fri. 6/26 |Virden, Hangers of Hope | 12pm-2pm
🎯 Tues. 6/30 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Fri. 6/26 |Virden, Hangers of Hope | 12pm-2pm
🎯 Thurs. 7/9 | Carlinville Area Hospital | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Mon. 7/13 | Palmyra, City Hall | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 7/14 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Fri. 7/17 | Macoupin County Housing Authority, Virden Rec hall | 10am-12pm
🎯 Mon. 7/20 | Girard Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 7/28 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Fri. 7/31 |Virden, Hangers of Hope | 12pm-2pm
🎯 Mon. 8/3 | Mount Olive, City Hall | 1:30pm-3:30pm
🎯 Mon. 8/10 | Girard Public Library | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Tues. 8/11 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Thurs. 8/13 | Carlinville Area Hospital | 1pm-3pm
🎯 Fri. 8/14 | Macoupin County Housing Authority, Staunton Rec hall | 10am-12pm
🎯 Tues. 8/25 | Carlinville, The Job Center | 1pm -3pm
🎯 Fri. 8/28 |Virden, Hangers of Hope | 12pm-2pm0

04/25/2026

⛳It's that time of year - Safe Families Golf Tournament! ⛳

Mark your calendars and start warming up those swings. It’s going to be a great day of golf, competition, and community.

We can’t wait to bring everyone back out on the course. Share with your friends, family members, and collogues!

Sign-Up Link: https://linktr.ee/safefamiliesgolftournament

04/24/2026

"A su***de attempt with a firearm is fatal nearly 90% of the time, far higher than any other method," (Everytown for Gun Safety, 2026). If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988.

Learn more about ways you can safely store your fi****ms to reduce risk and protect those you love.
👉 https://www.endfamilyfire.org/why-secure-storage
👉 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=139077
👉 https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/injury-violence-prevention.html
👉https://www.everytown.org/issues/gun-su***de/