Grundy County Health Department - Illinois

10/08/2026

October Food Safety Education!

There’s no better time to strengthen your food safety knowledge and become certified! The Grundy County Health Department is offering a Food Service Sanitation Managers Certification Course this October.

📅 October 15, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Grundy County Health Department
💲 $175 per person

Proper food safety practices help prevent foodborne illness and protect everyone in our community. Whether you work in a restaurant, kitchen, or other food service setting, this course is an opportunity to build your knowledge and earn your certification.

📞 Questions? Call 815-941-3115
📧 [email protected]

Become certified. Keep our community safe & healthy! 💙💛

10/07/2026

📚 Medicare Educational Seminar

Medicare can feel overwhelming — you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for a Medicare Educational Seminar with Sandy Leith, SHIP Director with the Illinois Department on Aging, for clear, unbiased information about Medicare eligibility, coverage options, Medicare Advantage, supplements, Part D plans, and more.

📅 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Grundy County Health Department, 1320 Union St., Morris

All are welcome!

📞 Questions? Call 815-941-3404.

10/07/2026

💙 SHIP / Medicare Open Enrollment

Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15–December 7. Now is a great time to review your current coverage and make sure it still meets your needs for the coming year.

The Grundy County Health Department’s Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) provides free, confidential and unbiased assistance with:
• Prescription plans
• Traditional Medicare
• Medicare Advantage plans
• Medicare supplements
• Questions about your coverage

📞 Call 815-941-3404 to schedule your SHIP counseling appointment.

Healthy people. Stronger communities.

10/07/2026

💉 Flu Vaccine Clinic – New Hope Coal City

Protect yourself this flu season! The Grundy County Health Department will be offering a Flu Vaccine Clinic at New Hope Coal City.

📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 New Hope Coal City

Please bring your insurance information and ID.

📞 Questions or ready to register? Call 815-941-3404.

10/07/2026

🏠 At-Home Flu Shots for Homebound Seniors
Can’t make it out for your flu shot? We may be able to come to you! 💙💛

The Grundy County Health Department offers at-home flu vaccinations for qualifying homebound individuals. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, having difficulty getting around, or leaving home is a challenge, our team is here to help make vaccination more accessible.

📞 Call 815-941-3404 to check eligibility and schedule an appointment.

10/01/2026

⚠️ FOOD RECALL ALERT: Ground Cinnamon ⚠️

Galil Importing Corp is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning due to the potential for elevated levels of lead. The affected product was distributed in several states, including Illinois.

🔎 Affected Product:
• Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning
• 90 g transparent plastic container
• UPC: 794711005484
• Lot Code: GAP11304

Consumers who have the affected product should not consume it. Please discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

According to the recall announcement, no illnesses have been reported to date.
📞 Questions may be directed to Galil Importing Corp at 1-516-496-7400, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM ET.

Please check your pantry and share this information with family and friends who may have purchased this product.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/galil-importing-corp-recalls-lior-cinnamon-ground-seasoning-due-elevated-lead-levels -photos

09/30/2026

Help us support and connect families in our community to WIC.

WIC provides pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding individuals, infants, and children up to 5 years of age from households with low incomes with nutritious foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care and social services.

If you want to know if you qualify or need information for someone else, please give us a call at 815-941-3404 to find out more! We look forward to hearing from you.

09/30/2026

💧 Do you rely on a private well for your drinking water?

Keeping your well properly maintained and understanding your water quality are important parts of protecting your household. The Private Well Class offers a free online course designed to help private well owners learn more about caring for and managing their wells.

Topics include well maintenance, water testing, understanding your well system, and steps you can take to help protect your drinking water.

💻 Enroll for free:
Private Well Class – Enroll Here

https://privatewellclass.org/enroll/

Knowledge is an important part of keeping your private well—and your household’s drinking water—safe. 💧

Enroll in Class Learn the Fundamentals on Your Own Time Do you have A PRIVATE WELL? This Free Class offers an Introduction for Well Users learn how to care for your well Understand what to do (and what not do) when it comes to using private well water. ensure a safe water supply Find out what to tes...

09/30/2026

Looking for a way to make a difference in your community? 💙💛

The Grundy County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is looking for volunteers! MRC volunteers help strengthen our community by building valuable skills, supporting public health efforts, and preparing to assist when emergencies happen.

Your role can be based on your background, interests, and skills — there are opportunities to get involved and help keep Grundy County strong, healthy, and prepared.

📞 815-941-3404
📧 [email protected]

Join the Grundy County MRC and help make a difference when your community needs it most!

09/28/2026

💉 Flu Shot Clinics are coming to Grundy County!

Protect yourself this flu season! The Grundy County Health Department will be offering flu shots at several locations throughout the community this fall.

🏠 Homebound? Flu shots are also available for qualifying homebound individuals by appointment.

📞 Call 815-941-3404 to register or schedule a homebound appointment.

Please see the flyer for clinic dates, times, and locations. 💙💛