Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health

04/06/2026

We are currently experiencing difficulties with our telephone and fax systems. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Our IT support is actively working on resolving these issues and will have services restored as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

04/05/2026

🌟 National Public Health Week is Here! 🌟
April 6–12, 2026

Join Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health as we celebrate National Public Health Week!

Public health is all around us—helping our community stay healthy, safe, and strong every day. From immunizations to education and prevention, we’re proud to serve Mitchell County in so many ways.

🗓️ Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing daily posts to highlight:
✔️ What public health does in our community
✔️ Services we offer
✔️ The people behind the work
✔️ Ways we support YOU and your family

We invite you to follow along, learn more, and celebrate the impact of public health right here in Mitchell County 💙

04/04/2026

💛 Heads up, everyone!

Our office will be closed Tuesday, April 7th for an all-staff meeting.

This time allows our team to connect, learn, and continue providing the best care possible to our community. Thanks so much for your understanding.

04/02/2026

Supporting a loved one can be challenging, this free caregiver series offers tools to help. 💙

💙 Caring for someone else? Don’t forget to care for yourself. 💙
Are you helping care for a family member or friend with a chronic condition?
Caregiving can be rewarding—but it can also be stressful and overwhelming.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a FREE class series designed to give caregivers the skills, tools, and support they need to take better care of themselves while caring for others.
🗓 Dates: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
⏰ Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
💻 Location: Virtual series (Zoom link sent after registration)
💲 Cost: FREE – Sponsored by Mitchell County Extension
During this 6-week series, you’ll learn how to:
✔ Reduce stress
✔ Communicate confidently
✔ Solve challenging caregiving problems
✔ Make tough decisions with support
📌 Space is limited – register by April 8!
📞 Call the Extension Office **641-732-5574** to RSVP.
Everyone benefits when caregivers take care of themselves. Join us and connect with others who understand the caregiving journey.

04/02/2026

🌷🐰 Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health will be closing at 12:00 PM on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. We wish you and your family a safe and joyful Easter weekend! 💛

04/02/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨
Join our team at Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health!

💙 PRN Home Health Aide Needed 💙
Make a difference by helping seniors and individuals with disabilities stay safe and comfortable in their homes.

✨ No CNA certification? No problem!
We provide ALL required training — just bring your compassion and willingness to help.

🧹 What you’ll do:
• Assist with personal care
• Provide light housekeeping
• Support clients in their daily routines

🚗 Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle

📍 Flexible PRN hours – perfect for extra income or a rewarding side job!

📧 Apply today!
Email your resume to: lhuisman@mitchellcountyiowa.gov

Come be part of a team that truly cares 💙

04/01/2026

💉 COVID-19 Booster Reminder 💉

Staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines is one of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you, especially as we head into a new season.

You may be eligible for an additional 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccine dose if:
✔️ It’s been 6 months since your last dose
✔️ You are immunocompromised
✔️ OR you are 65 years or older

If this applies to you, we encourage you to schedule your next shot today!

📞 Call Mitchell County Public Health at 641-832-3500 to make an appointment.

Let’s keep our community healthy and protected ❤️

04/01/2026

Understanding Medicare coverage for home health care can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.
To qualify for Medicare covered home health services, patients must meet a few important criteria, including being under a doctor’s care, needing skilled services, and being considered homebound.
At Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health, we provide compassionate, skilled care right in your home. Not sure if you or a loved one qualifies? We’re happy to help.
We offer FREE in home evaluations to review your needs, explain the services we provide, and walk through coverage options, so you can feel confident in your care plan.
Have questions or ready to schedule? Reach out to us anytime 💙
641-832-3500

04/01/2026

🩺 Stay Connected with Community Health Updates!

🌼 Our April Community Health Newsletter is here! Stay up to date with important health news, local programs, and resources available right here in Mitchell County.

👉 Read the latest issue: https://mailchi.mp/ec85c8f74692/january-community-health-newsletter-4764313

📩 Don’t miss future issues! Subscribe to have our Community Health Newsletter delivered straight to your inbox:
Sign up here: http://eepurl.com/jt3zU2

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends and family, we’re stronger and healthier together! 💙

Thank you to everyone who took the time to read and share our first Community Health Newsletter! We’re excited to continue connecting with residents across Mitchell County. As we begin to welcome the changing seasons, it’s a great time to focus on health, wellness, and staying connected with our...

03/31/2026

Mitchell County Public Health is proud to have two Certified Passenger Safety Technicians on staff! 🚗👶

During the month of March, we provided car seat safety education and completed car seat checks at local Learning Connection programs throughout the area.

A big thank you to Learning Connections for partnering with us to help keep families safe. Through this collaboration, we were also able to provide free car seats to those who needed them.

Together, we’re making a difference in keeping our youngest passengers safe on the road! 💙

03/31/2026

🚩SCAM ALERT!

SCAM ALERT: Plastic Medicare cards are being sent to beneficiaries. THESE ARE FAKE! Once they are received, individuals are asked to provide their personal information. Medicare will never ask for personal information, and Medicare cards are only paper.

Spread the word - the more we know what to look out for, the better we can protect ourselves and each other!

03/28/2026

‼️ Scam Alert!

‼ A TEXTING SCAM is firing up again! Remember – the Iowa DOT does not send out fee collection reminders via text, and will never text customers asking for private or financial information. If you receive a message:

* DO NOT click on any links or provide personal or credit card information.
* Report and delete unwanted text messages. Use your phone’s “report junk” option to report unwanted texts to your messaging app or forward them to 7726 (SPAM).

Learn about the newest scam and what to do if you're a victim of a text scam: https://iowadot.gov/news/2026-03-27/fraudulent-text-messages-target-recipients-false-claims-unpaid-tolls-or-traffic-violations