Wyoming County Health Department

05/01/2026

🌿 As the weather warms up, ticks are out and the risk of Lyme disease increases.

Stay protected with a few simple habits: wear light-colored, tightly woven clothing, long sleeves, and tuck pants into socks to keep ticks off your skin. Stick to clear, well-traveled trails and avoid sitting on the ground or in dense brush.

Check your clothes and exposed skin often while outdoors. If you use insect repellent, always follow the label directions carefully. After heading inside, shower within two hours and do a full-body tick check (don’t forget kids and pets!). Removing ticks promptly can greatly reduce your risk of disease.

A little prevention goes a long way to stay safe this season.

For more information visit www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/lyme

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Join us for the 3rd Annual BRAVE: BattleBorn Rural Arts Veteran Experience!

📅 May 7
⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 Wyoming County Agriculture & Business Center
36 Center St, Warsaw, NY

This FREE family-friendly event celebrates veterans and their families with:
✨ Live music
✨ Hands-on workshops
✨ Free refreshments
✨ A special gallery showcasing artwork by veterans and their loved ones

🖌️ Veterans & family members: submit your artwork!
Drop-off dates:
• Mon–Fri, 9 AM–3 PM at Veterans Services
• Arts Council in Perry (M–F, 9 AM–6 PM) anytime in April
• Or by noon on May 7 at Veterans Services

📞 Questions?
Contact Tony at 585-786-8860 or asolina@wyomingcountyny.gov
Or Krysta at 585-237-3517 or krysta@artswyco.org

Come celebrate creativity, community, and those who served! 💙

04/28/2026

Kratom is often marketed as “natural,” but that doesn’t mean it’s safe.

Regular use can lead to dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and serious side effects like nausea, anxiety, and heart issues.

Stay informed, ask questions, and look out for yourself and others.

For more info visit wyomingcountyny.crediblemind.com/resources?query=kratom&presentation=separate

04/27/2026

Stress happens but so does strength 💪✨

Take a breath, unclench your jaw, drop those shoulders. You don’t have to solve everything today. Even your phone needs a recharge… so do you 🔋

This is your reminder that slowing down isn’t falling behind, it’s how you keep going 💙

Visit the CredibleMind platform for more resources on stress:
https://wyomingcountyny.crediblemind.com/topics/stress?query=

04/24/2026

🌟Do you have one minute to complete a survey?🌟

2‑1‑1 Helpline and GetHelpNY are gathering feedback from residents to better understand awareness, experiences, and local needs.

This survey is fast, anonymous, and open to everyone. It takes just one minute to complete and gives community members a chance to make their voices count. As the flyer highlights, participants can:

Share your awareness of 2‑1‑1
Tell us about their experience
Help improve local resources
Make their voice count

Survey Link: tinyurl.com/211-Survey

04/24/2026

📢 Looking for a job or a new career path? We’ve got great opportunities coming up in Warsaw, NY!

Meet multiple local employers hiring for a wide range of positions, from healthcare and human services to skilled trades and administration. Bring your resume and dress professionally!

✨ Take the next step in your career!
📄 Bring several copies of your resume.
👉 Like, share, and tag someone who’s job searching!

04/23/2026

Ready to level up your life AND get paid? 💸

If you’re 16–27, live in New York, and have autism or a developmental disability, STEPS2 is for you! Join a fun 6-week Zoom program (just once a week!) where you’ll meet new people, chat, laugh, and learn all about:

✨ Friendships & dating
✨ Your body, s*x & self-esteem
✨ Healthy snacks & easy recipes
✨ Relaxation & exercise
✨ Setting goals and making things happen

Plus, you can earn up to $100 while doing it!

You’ll be matched with a group, have someone to talk to, and an educator there to answer your questions every step of the way.

To sign up or learn more visit www.cunyisph.org/steps2-study

04/22/2026

Join us for “Stress & Strength: Let’s Talk Real” on April 27th, 10:00–11:30 AM. Together, we’ll explore how early experiences shape children’s behavior, emotions, and relationships.

Learn about:
• ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
• PCEs (Positive Childhood Experiences)
• PACEs (Protective & Compensatory Experiences)

…and walk away with practical tools to build resilience and support healing.

👥 Facilitators: Simcha Weinstein & Sumner Youngs
🎯 For parents, caregivers, and professionals
📲 Register at us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yH-qrrwPQU2H4pIFfZnS-A #/registration

Continuing education credits available (FPA’s & YPA’s)

Questions? sweinstein@ftnys.org

04/22/2026

🌱🌷Did someone say spring cleaning?

🌟FREE clean-up kits are still available at Wyoming County Health Department!

Call to reserve yours at 585-786-8890.

A big thank you to DRAW (Disaster Relief At Work) for their generous donation that made this possible. 💚

04/21/2026

Every mind is unique, every voice deserves to be heard. 💡💬

Let's celebrate the beauty of neurodiversity and promote empathy and acceptance for individuals with autism. Together, let's build a world where everyone feels understood and valued.

Resources to increase awareness, empathy, and support-
https://wyomingcountyny.crediblemind.com/lists/recognizing-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-autism

04/20/2026

The event offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at thousands of local drop-off locations nationwide.

Properly dispose of your unneeded Rx drugs on Saturday, April 25th, 10am-2pm, at the Wyoming County Sheriff's Office.

Find a collection site near you: www.DEATakeBack.com