Darke County Health & Wellness

06/10/2026

Did you know June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month? 💜

Behind every person living with dementia is often a caregiver providing unwavering support, patience, and compassion. If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, resources and support are available.

The Golden Buckeye Center for Dementia Caregiving offers free education, training, and support services for Ohioans navigating the dementia caregiving journey.

Learn more: aging.ohio.gov/goldenbuckeyecenter

06/10/2026

Heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths most years. Protect yourself during excessive heat and stay weather ready with these tips:
☀️Find air conditioning
☀️Avoid strenuous activities
☀️Wear light clothing
☀️Check on family members and neighbors
☀️Drink plenty of water
☀️Watch for heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke
☀️Never leave people or pets in a car

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Hot weather is here!☀️

With temperatures expected to rise this week, remember to drink water regularly and to avoid spending too much time outdoors during the hottest parts of the day.

What is your favorite summer activity when the weather heats up?

06/10/2026

📱✨Play, learn, and grow right from your phone! 📱✨

We’ve partnered with the Ohio Department of Children & Youth to bring Darke County families Sparkler, a FREE mobile app designed for children and their families.

With Sparkler, you can:

👉Take the mobile Ages & Stages Questionnaires® to check in on milestones.

👉Unlock 2,000+ fun, off-screen play activities.

👉Get parenting tips and advice when you need it.

Ready to get started? * Download Sparkler in the App Store or Google Play.

Enter access code OHDCGHD

06/10/2026

On June 13th you have a rare opportunity to visit Drew Woods, a State Nature Preserve leased to us by Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Join Naturalist Mitchell as you explore this secretive old-growth forest and see what lies within. Register below, space is limited! 👇
https://darkecoparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=882

Want to know more about Drew Woods? Follow the link below 👇
https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/drew-woods-state-nature-preserve

06/10/2026

Don't wait until you're here to start thinking of travel health and safety! Check out the CDC's Traveler Health page before your trip. Enter your destination, and you'll see any Travel Health Notices, recommended vaccines, and all the information you'll need to stay healthy while you travel! https://bit.ly/2yDqkY6

06/08/2026

Be a hero for someone in need.

Join us for the Wayne HealthCare Community Blood Drive on June 17.

One donation can help save multiple lives.

Schedule your appointment today.

06/08/2026

Protection from the strong UV rays can also protect you from skin cancer. If you're headed outside, make sure to stay safe in the sun ☀️ Follow these tips and more at https://bit.ly/4tDVzvA