Forest County Potawatomi Health

11/24/2025

❌Interested in help to quit smoking?❌
Join us at the Freedom from Fumes event at the Community Center on November 25, 2025 from 3:00-5:00pm

11/24/2025

“The Gift of Being Different” is a short documentary that follows Grant Bruno, a Cree researcher and father to autistic children, as he explores autism through the lens of Indigenous culture.

Grant Bruno is a registered member of nîpisîhkopâhk (Samson Cree Nation) in Maskwacîs, Alberta. His work challenges mainstream narratives about autism by highlighting how his community views neurodiversity not as a deficit, but as a gift. The film emphasizes the importance of cultural context in understanding autism.

Bruno’s research and advocacy focus on:

· Community-driven perspectives on autism and neurodevelopmental differences

· Culturally responsive caregiving that honors Indigenous values

· Reframing autism as a unique way of being rather than something to be “fixed”

This documentary is part of a broader movement to decolonize autism discourse and elevate Indigenous voices in neurodiversity conversations. You can watch it on YouTube. The Gift of Being Different

Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center recently launched a new initiative: The Penothés (small children) Project, led by the Autism Support Team (AST). Click here for more information!
Deanna - 715-478-4160
Travis - 715-478-4161

The Gift of Being Different, a short documentary, follows Grant Bruno as he navigates the world of autism. Grant is a parent to Autistic children and a PhD r...

11/23/2025

🎄 Save the Date 🎄
Join us to celebrate 30 years of the Health & Wellness Center.

11/23/2025

🚭 Smoking + Diabetes = Double Trouble 🚭
If you have diabetes and smoke, your risk for heart attack, stroke, and other serious health problems skyrockets.

But here’s the good news:
💪 You can choose to quit—starting today.
Do it for yourself.
Do it for those you love.
Do it for those who love you.

❤️ Your health is worth it.
📞 Need support? Call your clinic to learn about resources that can help you quit.

💬 Let’s talk!
✅ Have you tried quitting before? What helped you the most?
💡 What’s one reason you’d quit today?

👇 Share your story or encouragement in the comments. You never know who you might inspire!

11/22/2025

Did you know? Just 30 minutes of exercise a day can make your body more sensitive to helping lower blood sugar and reduce diabetes complications! 💪🩺

Not sure where to start? The FCP Diabetes program and Rehab Department offer an 8-week exercise program designed to help patients understand how to move safely and effectively. Whether you're just getting started or looking to build confidence, this program supports your journey toward better health—one step at a time. For more information, call 715-478-4355

11/21/2025

🍪Save the Date🍪
Christmas Cookie Decorating at the Museum
Thursday, December 4th at 5:00

Contact Consquela for more information! 715-889-6216

11/20/2025

Stigma doesn’t come from autism—it comes from misunderstanding it. By challenging misconceptions, we create space for autistic individuals to be seen, heard, and supported. Changing Autism Stigma Starts with Us!

Here’s how we can change it:

Listen to autistic voices

Share facts, not myths

Use respectful, inclusive language

Challenge stereotypes in media and everyday life

Create spaces where neurodiversity is celebrated

Autism isn’t a flaw—it’s a different way of experiencing the world. Let’s build a society that embraces that difference.

Forest County Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center recently launched a new initiative: The Penothés (small children) Project, led by the Autism Support Team (AST). Contact our team for more information!
Deanna - 715-478-4160
Travis - 715-478-4161

11/20/2025

Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time. And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smokeout TODAY be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life. You’ll be joining thousands of people who smoke across the country in taking an important step toward a healthier life and reducing your cancer risk.
Looking for support on your quit journey contact Amy in Community Health today! 715-478-4927

11/19/2025

11/19/2025

Let’s normalize the uncomfortable: 5 Ways Diabetes Can Impact Your S*x Life

If diabetes goes undetected or isn’t controlled, it can cause serious short-term and long-term health complications, increasing the chance of s*xual and reproductive health problems including:

Erectile Dysfunction
Low Testosterone
Low S*x Drive
Retrograde Ej*******on
Balanitis

If diabetes goes undetected or isn’t controlled, it can cause serious short-term and long-term health complications, increasing the chance of s*xual and reproductive health problems including erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, low s*x drive, retrograde ej*******on and balanitis.

11/19/2025

Join us tomorrow!

11/18/2025

📣 Important 📣
All of the Harm Reduction vending machines are temporarily out of order. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Please contact our Pharmacy if you are in need of any supplies, including Narcan.