Rensselaer County Health & Human Services

06/12/2026

With current temperatures, it's important to stay cool and protect yourself, your family, friends, and neighbors from heat-related illness.

Need a place to cool off? Check out the New York State Cooling Center Finder to locate cooling centers and other cool places near you or check out our flyers below! Cooling centers may include libraries, community centers, senior centers, malls, and other air-conditioned public spaces.

Before you go, be sure to call ahead, as hours and availability may vary.

To check out the New York State Cooling Center Finder: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/20d9c0eb3f1544ac8697073311cdbd95/

06/12/2026

Congratulations, Eloise! Thank you for sharing your artistic talents and showing us what health means to you! 🎉

Congratulations to artist and Lego Club friend Eloise! 🤩 Her design was one of two winners of the Rensselaer County Health & Human Services 2026 Bookmark Design Contest entitled, “What Does Health Mean to You?” We can't wait to see her winning design distributed at libraries throughout Rensselaer County this summer.

06/11/2026

Please join us on June 23rd at 6:30 for a Tick Safety Presentation with the Valley Falls Free Library! We will also be providing free tick removal kits for those interested.

06/10/2026

Fun, family-friendly and fireworks!

06/05/2026

Join us on July 22nd for a morning of networking, information sharing and conversation with special guest and author S. W. Miron who will share her journey in recovery and details about her book, Scenes From My Skeleton Closet. To register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BQWTCJ2

06/04/2026

Friendly Reminder!

Rensselaer County will be hosting a Rabies Clinic for Rensselaer County residents!

DATE: June 6, 2026

TIME: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

LOCATION: Hoosick Highway Department, 698 Wilson Hill Road, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090

TO REGISTER, PLEASE USE THIS LINK: https://gqr.sh/WGSk

Due to limited spots and vaccine, pre-registration is encouraged!

Please bring prior proof of past rabies vaccination with you. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a crate/carrier.

If you have any questions, please reach out to 518-270-2643.

06/03/2026

Day 3 of Education Days at the Tri-City ValleyCats! Be sure to check out The Department of Health tables on the 3rd base line for all your Public Health information. ⚾️

06/02/2026

Summer is here—are you prepared Rensselaer County?

Whether you're heading to the beach, camping in the mountains, traveling with family, or simply enjoying outdoor activities, a well-stocked Go Bag can make all the difference during an unexpected emergency.

Your summer Go Bag should include:
✅ Water and snacks
✅ First aid supplies
✅ Flashlight and extra batteries
✅ Phone charger/power bank
✅ Sunscreen and insect repellent
✅ Important documents
✅ Prescription medications
✅ Weather-appropriate clothing

Summer storms, power outages, extreme heat, and travel disruptions can happen without warning. Having a Go Bag ready means you can respond quickly and keep yourself and your family safe.

Don't wait for an emergency to start preparing. Take a few minutes this week to build or update your Go Bag and enjoy the summer with greater peace of mind.

05/28/2026

Rensselaer County Family Day is one of the Tri-City ValleyCats' favorite days of the year! Sign up: https://tcvalleycats.com/rensconight

The Sixth Annual Rensselaer County Family Day with the will be June 14 at the Joe! The day includes jerseys for the kids, an opportunity for autographs of 'Cats players, on-field activities including running of the bases, and other attractions.

Limited quantities available and submission does not guarantee tickets.

TICKETS MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE VALLEYCATS BOX OFFICE FROM JUNE 1-14!

05/20/2026

Rensselaer County will be hosting a Rabies Clinic for Rensselaer County residents!

DATE: June 6, 2026

TIME: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

LOCATION: Hoosick Highway Department, 698 Wilson Hill Road, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090

TO REGISTER, PLEASE USE THIS LINK: https://gqr.sh/WGSk

Due to limited spots and vaccine, pre-registration is encouraged!

Please bring prior proof of past rabies vaccination with you. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a crate/carrier.

If you have any questions, please reach out to 518-270-2643.