DuPage County Health Department

10/16/2025

🌬️❄️ Worried about heating bills this winter? ❄️🌬️

You’re not alone. This winter can be tough, but help is available! You may qualify for assistance with:

Utility bills
Food support
Medical care
And much more!
Use our 6-minute screening tool at IllinoisBenefitHub.org to find out what programs you can access. Don’t let the cold hold you back!

10/16/2025

Real help starts at the Crisis Recovery Center. 💚 If you or a loved one is facing a behavioral health crisis, you are not alone—support is here 24/7.

📍 115 N. County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL
🔗 www.dupagecrc.org
📞 (630) 627-1700
🕐 Open 24/7
🏥 Walk in. Get support.

10/16/2025

1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss.
1 in 160 babies are born still.
24,000 infants die each year.
These numbers represent real families, real heartbreak—and no one should face it alone. If you or someone you love is grieving, Share Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support can walk beside you with understanding, support, and community💗💙
Find help today at nationalshare.org

10/15/2025

Concerned about your teen’s substance use? Join us for a free, in-person workshop designed to support parents and caregivers.
📍 Villa Park Public Library (Ohrman Room)
📅 October 29 | 🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
✅ Learn how to spot early warning signs
✅ Get tools to boost confidence & reduce burnout
✅ Explore the Hidden in Plain Sight display
🎁 Attendees receive a resource book, home drug test kit & gift card!
🔗 Registration required: forms.office.com/g/1e04imkzY7
📩 Questions? Contact Alexandra.Pulaski@dupagehealth.org

10/15/2025

Did you know breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S.? 💗 Regular screenings can help detect breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Learn more at cdc.gov/breast-cancer

10/14/2025

10/14/2025

📣 Calling all DuPage County high school students! Join Reality Illinois for the 2025–2026 school year 🎉

Reality Illinois is the Teen Board of the DuPage County Health Department—a chance to:
✨ Build leadership skills
✨ Boost your resume
✨ Make a real difference in your community

💡 Topics include mental health, wellness, and substance abuse prevention.
🗓 Meetings are held monthly on Tuesdays, 6–7 PM at the Glenbard District Office.
✅ No registration required—just show up!

Check out our upcoming events on the flyer below. 💜

10/14/2025

You Could Get Help Putting Food on the Table! 🍽️

Did you know many families qualify for grocery support through programs like SNAP and WIC but don’t apply? Don’t miss out on the assistance you deserve!

Take our 6-minute screener to find out what programs you qualify for and how to apply. Getting help shouldn’t be hard—take the first step today!

Visit ILLINOISBENEFITHUB.ORG to get started. Share this with someone who might need it! 💙

10/14/2025

👶✨ Expecting a baby? Join our FREE Childbirth Classes designed to empower and support you through pregnancy, labor, and beyond! Led by experienced doulas, these classes cover everything from comfort techniques to newborn care—all in a safe, welcoming space with other expecting parents.

📍Linda A. Kurzawa Community Center
📆Thursdays | Oct 2 - Nov 6 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📞Call (630) 682-7400 to register
🌐Learn more: www.dupagehealth.org

10/13/2025

Building relationships with your neighbors creates a sense of belonging, security, and support. A simple hello can spark lasting friendships and a more connected neighborhood. Start today—say hello and help build a stronger community! 🌳🏡

10/13/2025

This October, we stand with survivors by saying three powerful words: “I believe you.”
Too often, survivors face doubt, shame, or silence when they speak their truth. But belief can be the first stitch toward mending broken trust and the foundation for healing and justice.💜
HCWC

10/12/2025

Open Enrollment is quickly approaching. The open enrollment period for Marketplace is November 1, 2025 through January 15, 2026. Medicaid enrollment is year round. Note: Enrollment/renewal must be completed by December 15, 2025 for coverage to start January 1, 2026.