Washington County Family and Children First Council

10/08/2026

We’re excited to welcome ForeverDads to Washington County! 👏
ForeverDads will have an office located right here in our FCF office and will be providing support and resources for fathers and families. They’ve already had the opportunity to present to our Council and other local organizations, sharing the many services they offer.
Want to learn more? ForeverDads will be presenting at the next Resource Team meeting on October 15th. We’d love to have you learn how they can support families in our community!
Check out the attached flyer for more information about their programs and services.

10/05/2026

The earlier someone gets help, the better the outcome. That is especially true for mental health and addiction.

When a person gets support before a challenge becomes a crisis, they have a real chance to heal. A teenager showing signs of depression can get counseling before it turns into something harder to come back from. Someone early in addiction can get support before it costs them everything.

Early intervention means fewer emergencies, fewer overdoses, fewer families torn apart. It means people get help while help is still manageable.

That is what your levy helps fund. Support that reaches people early, close to home, before it is too late.

Learn more: https://wcbhb.org/renew/


Paid for by the Friends of the Behavioral Health Board

09/21/2026

The Marietta/Belpre Health Department DIAPER DRIVE has added the Belpre City Building, 715 Park Drive, Belpre, as a 2nd drop off site!

Drop your diapers (all sizes) and wipes off at our office, located at 304 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH
(2nd or 3rd floors) or at the Belpre City Building. If your business or office would like to participate, we will gladly pick up your donations. No donation is too small!

Help us support local families by donating diapers and wipes. Thank you to those who have already donated!! We truly appreciate everyone supporting local families.

For more information:
740-373-0611 ext. 2305

mariettabelprehealth.org

09/21/2026

👶🚗 Right Seat. Right Fit. Every Ride.
It's Child Passenger Safety Week, take a moment to make sure your child is riding safely. Because every trip matters!

Call us at 740-376-7081 to schedule your car seat check.

07/17/2026

07/13/2026

07/13/2026

What a great event for families!

Make sure to mark your calendar and share with your neighbors.

07/08/2026

There are tickets still available for the Second Annual Empowering Families Conference featuring Dr. Temple Grandin and Russell Lehmann.

This inspiring event is designed to bring families, caregivers, and community members together for a day of learning, encouragement, and connection. You'll gain valuable resources, hear from knowledgeable speakers, and discover practical tools to help strengthen families and build brighter futures.

Tickets are available on a first come first serve basis.

Dr. Temple Grandin and RussL.Co will be here IN PERSON! Book signing and meet and greet will follow after the conference. For some, this will be an opportunity of a lifetime to meet one of the most recognized autism advocates in the WORLD. Get your tickets ASAP as registration will close soon!!
https://givebutter.com/second-annual-empowering-families-event-797cyx

07/08/2026

It's not too early to start thinking about the 2026-27 school year! We offer all of your back-to-school vaccines AND sports physicals too!

Our nursing department is open until 6:00 p.m. every Wednesday to accommodate busy schedules!

No appointment needed, just walk in!
Remember, we are located at 304 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH.

For more information:
740-373-0611 ext. 634

mariettabelprehealth.org

06/25/2026

Step into a vibrant jungle laboratory with Professor Curt Courteous and his research team as they transport dinosaurs from the past right onto the stage in an imaginative experience like no other! Featuring four different realistic-looking dinosaurs, this is an on-stage Jurassic encounter that will thrill audiences of all ages. Experience fast-paced antics, science experiments, clean humor, child participation, and see why Dinosaur Dimensions is a crowd favorite for entertainment, education, and straight-up Dino-fun!

A special after-show meet and greet offers all brave explorers the chance to get a picture with a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and memorable adventure, live on stage. Coming to Beverly on June 26 at 5:30.

This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Friends of the Beverly Library.