Ripley County Health Department

06/01/2026

Whether you're having your first or your fifth, there is so much to know about having a baby. (And it seems like the information changes every week!) Make sure you know the latest on prenatal care, car seats, safe sleep, perinatal mental health, and more!

UPCOMING CLASSES @ RIPLEY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT:
Monday 6/22/26 -- 6-7PM
Wednesday 7/29/26 -- 6-7PM
Wednesday 8/26/26 -- 6-7PM

Partners, grandparents, and other family/friends encouraged to register and attend but only one Pak N Play can be given per baby.

-Registration required: https://forms.gle/GRxUnt3AWrmH6krK9
-Registration closes 24 hours prior to the start of the class.
-If you have questions please contact Kelly at [email protected].

06/01/2026

*Free CE opportunity*

Franciscan Health will be hosting a Stroke Education & Simulation training for EMS providers at Batesville Fire Dept.

This free continuing education opportunity is open to all EMS providers and will offer stroke education and hands-on simulations. Two class dates are being offered for flexibility — attend whichever date works best for your schedule.

RSVP:
[email protected]

06/01/2026

The day we've been waiting for is here!!

Let's start out strong with a TON of points this first week!

What gets us points?
Working out --> the more time, the more points
Drinking water --> Drink at least 64 ounces/day for it to count!
Getting sleep --> Get at least 7 hours for it to count!
Scheduling an annual physical
Doing things for your mental health
Brushing and flossing your teeth (yes, health can be that easy)

Report your points HERE:
https://forms.office.com/g/um6J50eXQJ

If you do something that's not listed on the Points Reporting Form but think it should be, let us know what you did in the very last comment box on the form! You just might get points for it!

Wellness War FAQ's:
https://canva.link/oy2cus2ls7hdh3g

06/01/2026

Summer is officially here! Did you know that pregnant women are more susceptible to the heat? Heat exposure can increase the risk of dehydration, overheating, dizziness, and heat-related illness. Remember to always listen to your body and your baby for warning signs of heat stress!

06/01/2026

WALK & STRETCH🚶‍♀️🧘‍♀️

YOU SHOULDN’T SOUND LIKE A SNACK.

Potato chips… or your knees?
Find out Wednesday.

📅 June 3

🕓 4:00–5:00 PM

📍 Ripley County Health Department
102 West 1st North Street
Versailles, IN 470042

📞 (812) 689-5751

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05/30/2026

This 5 minute video covers so much information! Please take the time to keep yourself informed even if you don't have a baby.

Safe sleep is everyone's business. Together we can make a safer community!

In this informative video from Johns Hopkins Hospital, we’ll walk you through the ABCD’s of safe sleep for babies: Alone, Back, Crib, Don't Smoke. These guid...

05/29/2026

And also...here by popular demand...
Our summer Safe Sitter dates!

For kids going into 6th-8th grade, this free course helps prepare them for anything that might happen while babysitting!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 9AM-3PM -- Ripley County Annex (Versailles)
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 9AM-3PM -- Ripley County Annex (Versailles)

Register for either date here:
https://forms.gle/NxjX27ytmyRpH6o97

05/29/2026

School's out, but work isn't :( If you have a child who is staying home alone during the day for the first time, we'd love to build their confidence and knowledge of situational safety!

Safe @ Home is a free program designed by Safe Sitter Inc. Kids going into 4th-6th grade learn what to do if something happens when they're home alone.

There are two upcoming courses, both at the Ripley Courthouse Annex in Versailles. We will meet in the Health Department (also in the Annex) before going to the upstairs conference room together as a group.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 1-2:30PM
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 from 4-5:30PM

Register for either course here:
https://forms.gle/s6PmhjApu9Z62rQ7A