Juneau County Medical Reserve Corps

11/04/2025

Did you know that 3 out of 4 car seats are not used properly? Come to the event and get your child's car seat checked.

We will be out at the Mauston Ambulance Garage this Thursday for free car seat checks. If you received a Culver's coupon at the Trunk or Treat, you can redeem it at this upcoming event.

10/31/2025

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 2 At 2 a.m., clocks will fall back an hour to standard time.

Working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms could mean the difference between life and death. They help alert you to danger whether it is smoke from a fire or harmful invisible gas leaks from furnaces and other appliances. Take time to:

Test all alarms in your home.
Replace batteries in these alarms at least once a year.
Check the manufacture date on your alarms. Carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced around every five to seven years. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years.

As heating systems kick into full gear, it is important to take precautions to prevent home fires. Have furnaces and chimneys professionally inspected. If you use a space heater, make sure they are at least three feet away from anything that is flammable. NEVER plug your space heater into a power strip! If your furnace or HVAC was impacted by flooding this summer, make sure it is inspected as there could be risks with damaged equipment or mold growth within your systems.

If you have an emergency kit at home, this weekend is also a great time to check for expired products or items that may have been borrowed for other purposes and need to be replaced. Pay attention to the expiration dates on batteries, first aid supplies and food. https://wem.wi.gov/daylight-saving-time-ending/

10/31/2025

Planning and preparation are key to community resilience. We encourage residents who may be affected by the upcoming delay in SNAP benefits to review, download and share the following essential local resources, which are available to assist with food and other critical needs during these difficult times.

Help Guide for Juneau County English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O3iPsiMS9Ww8P1vR25hbkDG0J1f-SCOl/view

Guía de Ayuda del Condado de Juneau (Español): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cnxA_Hk5QEoa6xbYPq1LmWShgfQTpjvz/view

Local Food Pantry Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT1OK3EZXnygyz4N8YOkVi3znoWfbwMXX

The 2-1-1 helpline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. They can be reached by simply dialing 2-1-1 from your phone, or by texting your zip code to 898211.

https://findhelp.org/

We will be sure to share additional resources as they become available.

09/22/2025

Local Lions Clubs partnered with the Juneau County Health Department with financial support to provide Juneau County 211 Resource guides to all of our Juneau County School Districts. A huge thank you to Kendall Lions Club, Mauston Lions, Necedah Lions, New Lisbon Lions Club and Wonewoc Area Lions Clubs. They say, where there is a need, there is a Lion. Resource guides were sent home with your children at the beginning of the school year. This resource provides a number of resources to include Food, Housing, Mental Health, Clothing, Insurance, and much more. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O3iPsiMS9Ww8P1vR25hbkDG0J1f-SCOl/view (English) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cnxA_Hk5QEoa6xbYPq1LmWShgfQTpjvz/view (Spanish)

09/15/2025

Back to school is a good time for parents to check the size and fit of booster seats—and it's always a good time to check for open vehicle safety recalls on your car at checktoprotect.org. Have a recall? Repairs are free.

09/11/2025

Each year on September 11, the National Day of Service and Remembrance reminds us of the power of service to heal and unite. The Medical Reserve Corps MRC, a network of nearly 300,000 volunteers nationwide, embodies that mission daily.
Whether staffing shelters, supporting blood drives, or offering crisis counseling, MRC volunteers are trusted extensions of local health and emergency systems. Their dedication shows that service is more than one day, it’s a lasting commitment to resilience.
Learn how the MRC carries forward the spirit of 911 Day: https://aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/BlogDetailView.aspx...

09/10/2025

September is Preparedness Month! Prepared for what? Everything and anything that might happen! Shane, Jessica and Chis representing the Juneau County Health Department were here to talk about being prepared and the Medical Reserve Corps as well. Listen to this important Co-Host on our website if you missed it this morning:
https://www.wrjc.com/recorded-co-hosts/
More from Shane:
September is National Preparedness Month - Preparedness Starts at Home. We are asking you to take four key actions to prepare for any disaster you or your family may face. Win one of five Preparedness Buckets by liking and commenting on what you will do to prepared during an emergency in Facebook the post below. For more information on preparedness, click on the one the links below or call 608-847-9373. Like the Juneau County Medical Reserve Corps page!
Know the different types of emergencies that could happen and appropriate responses to stay safe. Plan Ahead for Disasters | Ready.gov
Make a family emergency plan Make A Plan | Ready.gov
Build and emergency supply kit Build A Kit | Ready.gov
Get in volved in your community by taking action to prepare for emergencies. Volunteer: Medical Reserve Corps
Receive notifications during emergencies by texting "JUNEAU ALERTS" to 99411 to Enroll ​in Code Red

If you need help with your Emergency plan or have questions, please call the Juneau County Health Department - Preparedness at 608-847-9373. If know someone who might need assistance at home in an emergency, due to a medical or physical condition, please reach out to see how we can help with registration & eligibility.

09/10/2025

How can you help your community when it comes to being prepared? Get involved! While we definitely recommend becoming a part of the Juneau County MRC, getting involved looks different for everyone.
Whatever you’re involved with, encourage them to have emergency plans!

09/02/2025

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is Preparedness Starts at Home. We are asking people to take four key actions to prepare for any disaster they may face:

Know the different types of emergencies that could happen and appropriate responses to stay safe.

Make a family emergency plan.

Build an emergency supply kit.

Get involved in your community by taking action to prepare for emergencies. (Ask about volunteer & learning opportunities with the Juneau County Medical Reserve Corps)

09/02/2025

Preparedness Starts at Home – Join ReadyWisconsin during National Preparedness Month https://readywisconsin.wi.gov/

For Immediate ReleaseContact: dmawempio@widma.gov MADISON, Wis. – Although tornadoes, fires, floods, and other emergencies can’t be controlled, taking the t ...