Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health

12/01/2025

🎁 Give the Gift of Care this Christmas! 🎄

Looking for a meaningful present for your loved ones? Mitchell County Public Health and Home Health offers Gift Certificates — perfect for anyone who could use a little extra care this season. They can be used for foot care clinics, home health services, or any other public health services that we provide.

Call or stop by our office to purchase yours today and give the gift of wellness and comfort! 641-832-3500

11/28/2025

Winter weather is expected this weekend! Please take a moment to prepare before you head out on the roads. Your safety matters, take it slow, stay alert, and allow extra time if you must travel.
Stay warm and stay safe, Mitchell County! ❄️💙

11/28/2025

Home is where healing happens. 💛
Our Occupational Therapy team helps you stay safe and independent — without leaving your house!

11/26/2025

🏠While you can’t see, smell or taste radon, it could be present in your home at cancer-causing levels. It’s easy to test your home.

🎉Free test kits are available now! (one per household)

📍 Where to pick up your free kit: Mitchell County Environmental Health, Mitchell County Public Health, the Auditor’s Office, and public libraries in St. Ansgar, Stacyville, and Riceville.

11/26/2025

Home Health Hero of the Day!

🌻 Bringing Healing Home

💙 Nancy Schroeder, RN

Nancy has been with our agency for a total of about 10 months, bringing care, calmness, and warmth to every home she visits.

💬 “When I care for a patient with a complicated wound and it heals — that’s the best feeling.”

💙 What do you think families appreciate most about home health care?
That they can remain living in their homes.

🌟 What do you love most about your job?
The patients I meet.

🤝 How do you make a difference?
Assist them to find services they need.

🩺 Surprising fact:
The amount of paperwork involved!

👩‍⚕️ Teamwork story:
When all disciplines come together and troubleshoot complications.

🎉 Fun fact:
I lived in Alaska for 13 years and enjoyed dog sled rides and races. ❄️🐕

🕯 Favorite way to unwind:
Read or knit.

💭 Favorite quote:
Don’t worry, be happy.

🏡 Favorite thing about Mitchell County:
I grew up here and know a lot of our patients.

🎶 Theme song:
“I Hope You Dance”

11/25/2025

🎉 FREE RADON TEST KITS FOR MITCHELL COUNTY RESIDENTS!

Mitchell County Public Health is collaborating with Mitchell County Environmental Health to offer 250 FREE radon test kits to help keep our community safe.

Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas—and 7 in 10 Iowa homes test above the EPA action level. Protect your home and family. Stop in and pick up your free test kit at one of the many locations throughout the county! (One per household.)

📞 Questions or need more information?
Contact Amanda Baer, Mitchell County Environmental Health
📧 abaer@mitchellcoia.us
📱 641-832-3943

Let’s work together to keep our homes and families safe! 💙🏡

11/25/2025

Keep your family safe this holiday season with these Thawing Safety tips:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/poultry/turkey-basics-safe-thawing

11/25/2025

11/25/2025

From personal care to meal prep and light housekeeping, our certified aides make daily living easier and more comfortable.
💙 Medicare & Medicaid certified since 1970.
📞 641-832-3500 | mcpublichealth.com

11/24/2025

Jessa had the opportunity to train Osage Community Schools bus drivers on Stop the Bleed this morning, thanks for having her!

11/24/2025

Home Health Hero of the Day!

🙏 Leading with Heart

🌟 Sasha Giles, RN, Clinical Manager

Sasha has been with Mitchell County Public Health & Home Health for almost 10 years and has led our home health team for the past six with heartfelt compassion, ensuring every patient feels truly supported and cared for.

💬 “A home health nurse wears many hats, functioning also as a social worker at times."

💙 What do you think families appreciate most about home health care?
Peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are receiving excellent care at home.

🌟 What do you love most about your job?
Being a resource for patients and their families when they need help. I enjoy meeting patients and families that weren’t aware of the services we offer.

💬 Memorable moment:
I enjoy meeting patients and their families that weren't aware of the services we offer and helping them get the specific care they need.

🎉 Fun fact:
When I was a kid, I met Roy Rogers while on vacation with my grandparents.

☀️ Favorite way to unwind:
Sitting outside in the sunshine, listening to praise and worship music.

💭 Favorite quote:
“So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid… For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you.” – Deuteronomy 31:6

🏡 Favorite thing about Mitchell County:
Close-knit community with support for its residents.

🎶 Theme song:
“Strong” – Anne Wilson

11/22/2025

💉 Walk-In Vaccination Clinics
No Appointment Needed!
📍 415 Pleasant St, Osage
📞 641-832-3500
🌐 www.mcpublichealth.com