Forest County Potawatomi Health

01/12/2026

Broccoli Cheddar Soup!? Yes, please!
Enjoy a sample and grab a recipe card at the January Taste Test event!

Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

10-11am Health and Wellness Center Kitchen
11:30-1pm Potawatomi Community Center Kitchen

Open to everyone!

01/11/2026

Cervical cancer doesn’t just affect one individual—it impacts entire families and communities. Let’s come together to support HPV vaccination and screenings for all those we care about. If you’re between ages 21 and 65+, talk with your health care provider about the best cervical cancer screening options for you—and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

The official awareness day for Turquoise Thursday is on January 15. Let’s wear turquoise to honor our loved ones and encourage cervical cancer screenings in our communities. Share your photos using to help spread awareness.

Call today for an appointment with your primary care provider to discuss screenings, 715-478-4339.

01/09/2026

❄️Good morning❄️. The Health and Wellness Center and Recovery Resource Center will open as scheduled at 7:00am. If you’re going out and about, please drive safe!!
If you need to reschedule your appointment please contact our central registration at 715.478.4300.

01/08/2026

🩵Join us for Turquoise Thursday to bring awareness to Cervical Cancer! 🩵

📆When: Thursday, January 15, 2026 1pm - 3pm
📍Where: Health & Wellness Center Lower Conference Room
🍪What: Enjoy a light snack, make a turquoise bead keychain and enter to win prizes!
🧾As an extra bonus, if you have had your annual mammogram and cervical cancer screenings you are eligible to receive a $25.00 gift card to the C-Store.

Contact our Community Health department at 715-478-4355 for more information.

See you there!

01/07/2026

Can an imbalanced gut microbiome make you sick?

Research has shown that an imbalance in your gut bacteria is correlated to an increased risk of diseases including: obesity, heart disease and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

Studies have also linked gut bacteria to mental health, including depression and anxiety.

Your gut microbiome plays a role in your overall health, but scientists don’t fully understand how to influence it for better health.

01/07/2026

❄️ Clinic delay in opening – Weather Related ❄️

For the safety of our patients and staff, the Health and Wellness Center and Recovery Resource Center will not open until 10:30 am today.

Thank you for your understanding.

If this is a medical emergency, please call 911, if this is a mental health emergency, please call 988.

01/07/2026

The Health and Wellness Center and the Recovery Resource Center will be under the weather delay tomorrow, January 7, 2025 until 10:30 am.

Be safe!

FCP Stone Lake & Carter Employees:

In accordance with the Crandon, Laona and Wabeno school there is an Inclement Weather delay tomorrow January 7, 2026, for the Stone Lake and Carter Campuses. FCP employees are expected to report to work by 10:30 a.m.

This includes the Potawatomi Community Center & Forest County Potawatomi Health & Wellness

There are some exceptions to the delay that may include the Assisted Living, Daycare, Grounds, Roads & Security. If you have questions or need further direction, please work with your Leader if necessary and refer to the Inclement Weather Policy.

**Closings and delays are posted on the WJFW website: https://www.wjfw.com/schools/

01/06/2026

Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease (HFMD) is very contagious and common in children under 5, but anyone can get it.
Watch for signs like fever, sore throat, rash on hands and feet, and painful mouth sores.
There’s no vaccine, but most cases clear in 7–10 days.
✅ Rest
✅ Drink plenty of water
✅ Avoid spreading it to others
Questions? Call the Community Health staff at 715-478-4355. Stay informed and protect your family!

01/05/2026

Join us for the January Sobriety Feast!
Wednesday, January 21st, 2025 at 6:00pm
FCP Museum, Lower Level

Contact Consquela for more information, 715-889-6216!

01/05/2026

🎉 Happy Retirement, Pam! 🎉

After 7 years and 10 months of dedicated service at Caring Place—and an incredible 23 years as a CNA—we celebrate Pam Clark and the compassion, commitment, and care she has shared with our residents and team.

Pam’s work has touched countless lives. Her steady presence, kind heart, and willingness to go above and beyond truly reflect the spirit of caring for our Elders.

In recognition of her service, Alvin W. and Norman T. personally presented Pam with a tribally inspired blanket from Bodwéwadmi Ktëgan (Potawatomi Farm), a meaningful symbol of gratitude, respect, and warmth as she marks this milestone.

While Pam is officially celebrating her retirement, we are grateful that she will continue with us part-time at Caring Place, allowing our residents and staff to keep benefiting from her experience and kindness.

Please join us in congratulating Pam on her retirement and thanking her for the many years of care she has given—and continues to give—to our community. 💙

01/02/2026

Interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant??
The Caring Place offers a CNA Training Class right in Crandon!

What: No cost training! The course is 76 hours long and will prepare students for federal and state certification as a nursing assistant. * There is a fee for testing at the end for certification*

When: Jan. 29 - Mar. 12, 2026
Where: FCP Caring Place, 5456 Kak Yot Lane
Who: Contact Kristine Zelechowski or Julie Webb for more information 715-478-4716

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year, or is it? ✨
It’s okay to not be okay—but you’re never alone. Help is available 24/7 by calling, texting, or chatting 988 today.
For local support, our Behavioral Health Department is here for you! We offer:
✅ Mental Health Services
✅ Prevention & Recovery Programs
✅ Transitional Living Center
Reach out to us at 715-478-4332 for assistance right here in our community.
Let’s make this year about connection, healing, and hope. 💛