Monroe County Department of Public Health

11/09/2026

Supporting a loved one experiencing substance use comes with unique challenges, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Join the Monroe County Department of Public Health and our community partners for our Free Virtual Family Education Series.

Each month, we’ll cover vital topics to help guide, support, and empower families.

Join Our First Session: December 10th
Topic: “My Loved One is Using Substances, Now What?”

Register now for our upcoming Zoom sessions: https://www.monroecounty.gov/familyresources

11/05/2026

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and making memories. But did you know Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires?

A few simple steps can help keep your Thanksgiving safe and enjoyable!

✅ Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove.
✅ Check your turkey often while it's cooking.
✅ Keep children at least 3 feet away from the stove and hot foods.
✅ Keep towels, oven mitts, and other items that can catch fire away from the stove.
✅ Keep floors clear to prevent trips and falls.
✅ Make sure your smoke alarms are working.

Learn more from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/thanksgiving

11/04/2026

5th Annual Veterans Day Parade in the Highland Park neighborhood.
📆 Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Let’s come together to honor our local veterans! Bring your family and friends to the 5th Annual Veterans Day Parade in the Highland Park neighborhood.

📆 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Parade Route: Steps off at Highland Ave & S. Goodman St., heads down Highland to end at South Ave.
⏰ Start Time: 10:30 AM
🎖️ Closing Ceremony: Gary Beikirch Park, corner of Highland Ave and South Ave
🔗https://www.monroecounty.gov/news-2026-11-02-parade

10/30/2026

Come check out our new ADA-compliant playground at Seneca Park! A collaboration between the Monroe County Parks Department and the Department of Public Health's Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs program, this new playground offers accessible ramp and turnaround stations, an adaptive swing, an adaptive glider and an engineered wood fiber surface that's firm enough for wheelchair and stroller navigation. And, it's surrounded by the serene beauty of the Frederick Law Olmstead-designed Seneca Park.

10/30/2026

One Voice. One Goal. One Community 🧡 Join Rise Up Rochester for a Peace Walk inspired by and in honor of survivor Aniya Bonham and victims of violence.

📅 November 7.
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
David Gantt Recreation Center, 700 North St., Rochester

Come together for a walk, resources, and fellowship.

10/29/2026

This morning, we hosted an appreciation breakfast for our Monroe County Early Intervention service coordinators.
Service coordinators are a vital connection for local families, helping them navigate complex systems, connect with therapists, and manage individualized care plans.
While a single grain of sand doesn't build a beach, collectively, the daily dedication of our service coordination team transforms the landscape of early childhood support in our community. We are deeply grateful for their steady, essential work.
Thank you for everything you do!!

10/29/2026

Protect Your Child. Check Your Home.

Lead poisoning often has no obvious symptoms, but it can harm a child's health and development.

✅ Get your child tested: A blood lead test is the best way to find out if your child has been exposed to lead.

✅ Get your home tested: Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. A certified professional can check for lead hazards.

Talk to your child's healthcare provider about lead testing and take steps to keep your home safe!

Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/lead-prevention/php/nlppw/2026-nlppw-social-media-materials.html

10/29/2026

There are some FREE, family-friendly events happening this Saturday, October 31!

🍬 Candy Crawl – 1 PM–3 PM. First Genesis Baptist Church, 292 Hudson Ave.
🍭Trunk or Treat – 2 PM–5 PM. TOPS Parking Lot, 450 West Ave.

Bring the kids, dress up, and enjoy some Halloween treats and community fun!
Check out the flyers for more details.