Richland County Health & Human Services

10/17/2026

Happy, healthy kids need good indoor air quality. This , learn more from about clean air in the home.

10/15/2026

🧠💜 Help Make Our Community More Dementia-Friendly! 💜🧠

Join the Harmony and Hope Choir for a FREE dementia awareness training open to everyone in the community!

This simple, 45-minute training will focus on five key messages about dementia, help build a better understanding of what it means to live with dementia, and share ways we can all help create a more supportive and dementia-friendly community.

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Phoenix Center, Richland Center
FREE and open to the public!
Pizza will be provided!

Whether you have a loved one living with dementia, work with older adults, or simply want to learn more, everyone is welcome! No previous knowledge or experience is needed.

You'll also have the opportunity to learn more about the Harmony and Hope Choir, a program that brings people together through music, connection, and community.

Small actions can make a big difference in the lives of people living with dementia and their families. Come enjoy some pizza, learn something new, and help us make our community a more welcoming place for everyone!

📢 Advance registration is requested!

Please contact:
Pam Kul-Berg
Dementia Care Specialist – Richland & Crawford Counties
(608) 548-3954

10/15/2026

Creepy fact: paint on windowsills, walls, and pipes can release lead dust as it crumbles. Lead is toxic to all people, especially children. A lead-safe, ghost-free home is the safest for everyone.

10/14/2026

10/12/2026

The nastiest creations aren’t the ones you have to chase through the mountains into the Arctic; they are the ones that grow in food. Review basic food safety before you create a monster!

10/09/2026

Don’t miss out on a spooktacular Halloween! Get your seasonal flu shot ahead of time, and check if you need any other boosters. Find your records and recommendations on the Wisconsin Immunization Registry.

10/06/2026

Our October Family & Friends Newsletter is here!

This month’s newsletter from Richland County Health & Human Services and the ADRC is packed with helpful information, resources, and local updates.
Some of the topics inside include:
- Medicare Open Enrollment — October 15 through December 7
- Understanding your Medicare Summary Notice
- Information about measles and older adults
- Tips for living at home with dementia
- October Senior Dining menu
- Senior Center activities and events
- Helpful community resources and more!

If you’re on Medicare, now is a great time to start thinking about your 2027 coverage. Plans can change from year to year, including premiums, prescription coverage, provider networks, and out-of-pocket costs. The ADRC offers free, unbiased, and confidential help comparing your options. Richland County Health Services

Questions or need help with Medicare? Call the ADRC of Eagle Country – Richland County Office at 608-647-4616.

Check out the full October newsletter here:http://hhs.co.richland.wi.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20261001newsletter.pdf

10/06/2026

It’s been a booming year for ticks, and they won’t go away until the freezing weather arrives. Whether you are out hunting, working outdoors, or hiking in the woods, remember to fight the bite. This season, learn more about Tick Bite Prevention

09/25/2026

September is Healthy Aging Month, and Falls Prevention Week is September 21st-25th.