OCO Rural Health Network of Oswego County

09/05/2025

08/08/2025

The Ripple Effect: Training, Connection, and Overdose Awareness

Join us for a powerful day of learning, connection, and remembrance — focused on reducing overdose risk and supporting recovery in Oswego County. 💜

📅 Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
📍 Location: Lake Ontario Conference & Events Center, Oswego, NY
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

✨ What’s in store:
✅ Inspiring keynote: Keeping Your Voice in Person-Centered Care
✅ Trainings on reducing risk, stigma, and supporting recovery
✅ Fireside chat: Meeting People Where They Are
✅ Overdose Remembrance Ceremony
✅ FREE Risk Reduction Kits
✅ Earn CEUs for qualifying disciplines
✅ Add a loved one’s name to our Overdose Remembrance Tree 🌳

💡 Who should attend?
Community members, service providers, educators, peers, first responders — anyone invested in overdose prevention and recovery support.

Registration is required & space is limited.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up today!

Let’s work together to create a ripple effect of hope, healing, and support in our community. 💜

07/29/2025

🏃‍♀️💙 Lace up and join the movement! 💙🏃‍♂️

Excited to share the Oswego Health 5K for Your Health & Wellness happening on Friday, August 9th! Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, this event is all about coming together to support community wellness and celebrate healthy living. 🏥💪

Let’s move for mental health, physical wellness, and a stronger Oswego County! 🫶
Click below for details and registration – hope to see you there! 👟👇

06/09/2025

🌲👣 Celebrating National Trails Day! 👣🌲

On June 7, we hit the trails to celebrate National Trails Day with a community walk focused on enjoying nature safely and together! 🥾☀️

Participants of all ages joined us for a refreshing walk outdoors, we offered water, fruit, first aid kits, bug spray, sunscreen, and plenty of safety info for hitting the trails year-round. 🧃🍎🧴🦟

A huge thank you to our partners from Search and Rescue and the Oswego County Health Department for helping us provide tips on trail safety, preparedness, and staying healthy in the great outdoors. 🧭🩺🌿

There’s no better way to build community than by walking side-by-side in nature. Let’s keep exploring safely and supporting each other on every step! 💚

A great day for a walk at Great Bear. First aid kits available for participating today.

05/16/2025

🌞💜 Join us for Oswego County's 2025 Longest Day Celebration! 💜🌞

On Thursday, June 19th at 5:00 PM, meet us at the Oswego Farmer’s Market wearing something purple and help us walk the Oswego Healthy Mile (the bridges) to honor and support those affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias.

👟 Come with a group, your workplace, or solo — everyone is welcome!
💜 Let’s turn our community purple and show the power of unity, love, and support.

🟣 The Longest Day — the summer solstice — is the day with the most light. Together, we use that light to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s.

For more info, contact Elizabeth at 315-349-3570.

05/14/2025

🥾🌿 Celebrate National Trails Day with Us! 🌿🥾

Join us on Saturday, June 7th, 2025 at the beautiful Great Bear Recreational Area (County Route 57, Fulton, NY 13069) for a stroll along an Oswego County Healthy Miles approved trail—verified for all ages and abilities!

🕤 Event Kickoff: 9:30 AM
🚶 Walk Starts: 10:00 AM

Come enjoy nature, get active, and celebrate our amazing trail system with the Friends of Great Bear and the Rural Health Network of Oswego County!

📍 Don’t miss this fun and healthy way to connect with your community and the outdoors!

05/13/2025

We’re excited to share that Catholic Charities’ 3rd Annual Golf Tournament is happening on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the beautiful Battle Island State Park! ⛳️🌞

This is a great chance to swing into summer, connect with our community, and support a fantastic cause. Whether you want to register a team, sponsor a hole, or just help us spread the word — we’d love to have you involved!

🏌️‍♂️ Team Registration: $400 per team
📍 Format: Captain and Crew
🌟 Sponsor a Hole: $100
(Other sponsorship opportunities available too!)

🎯 Fun contests, great prizes, 50/50 raffles, cash payouts — and of course, plenty of good vibes.

Attached are the Team Registration Form and the Sponsorship Form. Questions? Reach out to Alexandra Fitzpatrick at (315) 529-6201 or QuintessentialCreative4@gmail.com.

Let’s make this the best tournament yet!

04/10/2025

🍎 Need Food Assistance? 🍞

The Oswego County Health Department, in partnership with the Food Bank of Central New York, is hosting a Mobile Food Pantry at Oswego Alliance Church:

📅 Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Oswego Alliance Church
371 Thompson Rd., Oswego, NY 13126

All are welcome to receive a free box of food. 🥦 Boxes are limited to one per household and will be distributed while supplies last. No income requirements—just drive up and we'll load your vehicle. 🚗

Let's come together to support our community. Please share this information with anyone who might benefit! 💙

04/10/2025

🎬 Join us for a powerful community event!
All the Lonely People – a moving documentary exploring the real impact of isolation – will be screened at the Kallet Theater on Sunday, May 12th from 4–6 PM.

💬 Stay after the film for a panel discussion with the film’s producer, local community members, and professionals as we talk about the challenges and solutions around loneliness and connection.

Let’s open up the conversation and make space for healing and hope. 💛

📍 Kallet Theater, 5/12 @ 4PM

01/09/2025

🚨 We're Seeking Board Members! 🚨
Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) is looking for passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors and help improve the quality of life in our community.

We encourage applications from:
✅ Individuals who have faced poverty and its effects
✅ Those with experience in developmental disabilities or IRAs
✅ Young adults
✅ Current or former Head Start parents
✅ Professionals with legal or banking expertise
✅ Residents of rural areas

📅 Apply by January 31, 2025
🌐 https://www.oco.org/oco-board-opportunities/

Make a difference—join us!