Marion County Health & Human Services

12/29/2025

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WIC support doesn’t stop at toddlers! Keep your child thriving!

Did you know your child can stay on WIC until age 5? Many families don’t realize the benefits continue well beyond the toddler years!

Keeping your little one on WIC means they get:
🍎 Nutritious foods to support healthy growth
📚 Tips and education for better eating habits
🩺 Health screenings and referrals
💜 Support for your whole family

Whether your child is 1, 2, 3, or 4, WIC is here to help them thrive!

📞 Call or text us today at 503-588-5057 to continue your WIC benefits and give your child the strong start they deserve!


¡El apoyo de WIC no termina en la infancia temprana! ¡Ayuda a tu hijo a prosperar!

¿Sabías que tu hijo puede recibir WIC hasta los 5 años? ¡Muchas familias no se dan cuenta de que los beneficios continúan más allá de los años de la primera infancia!

Mantener a tu peque en WIC significa que recibe:
🍎 Alimentos nutritivos para apoyar un crecimiento saludable
📚 Consejos y educación para mejores hábitos alimenticios
🩺 Exámenes de salud y referencias
💜 Apoyo para toda tu familia

Ya sea que tu hijo tenga 1, 2, 3 o 4 años, ¡WIC está aquí para ayudarlo a prosperar!

📞 Llama o envía un mensaje de texto hoy al 503-588-5057 para continuar con los beneficios de WIC y darle a tu hijo el inicio fuerte que merece.

12/28/2025

The new year is a good time to clean out your medicine cabinet and dispose of unwanted, expired, or unused medication.

Visit the county's medication collection webpage to learn how to safely dispose of medications and to see a list of medication collection boxes throughout Marion County. https://tinyurl.com/bdd2uzju.

12/27/2025

Well-meaning friends or family members may try to tell someone with depression to “snap out of it,” or “just be positive.” But depression is not a sign of weakness or a character flaw. Most people with depression need treatment to get better. Start by visiting https://go.nih.gov/whGyYK2 .

12/26/2025

The start of a new year feels like a clean slate—a chance to reflect, reset, and map out what you want the next 12 months to look like. For many of us, this is a great time to re-evaluate aspects of our lifestyles, including our relationships with alcohol.

Whether you’re keen to cut back, take a break, or go booze-free altogether, this tool can help you create a plan with changes that stick:

12/26/2025

El comienzo de un nuevo año se siente como un nuevo comienzo: una oportunidad para refl exionar, reiniciar y planifi car cómo quieres que sean los próximos 12 meses. Para muchos de nosotros, este es un buen momento para reevaluar aspectos de nuestro estilo de vida, incluyendo nuestra relación con el alcohol.

Ya sea que quieras reducir tu consumo, tomarte un descanso o dejar de beber por completo, esta herramienta te ayudará a crear un plan con cambios duraderos: https://bit.ly/43JEeYc

12/25/2025

12/24/2025

FACT: We still support psychiatric crises 24/7. Our name changed to Behavioral Health Crisis Center to reflect the full scope of crisis support, including mental health and mental health crises where substance use is involved.

The Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center is now located at 1234 Commercial Street SE in Salem. Call us at 503-585-4949.

Not sure if it's a crisis? Call - we'll help you figure out next steps.

12/24/2025

Not feeling yourself? It could be m**h + mental health.

If you’re using m**h and notice:
· You can’t sleep for days
· You feel like people are watching or talking about you
· Your mood swings from “on top of the world” to hopeless
· You feel anxious, depressed, or scared for no reason
…it might be your brain and body asking for help.

You deserve support that looks at both mental health and substance use.
📞 24/7 help in Marion County
• Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center: 503-585-4949
• 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)

If it’s not an emergency but you’re ready to talk about treatment, call Marion County Addiction Treatment Services at 503-576-4660 or visit mchealthy.net to learn more about outpatient and medication-assisted treatment options. Reaching out is a sign of strength.

12/23/2025

UPDATE 12/23****

Due to heavy rains and high winds, Marion County is seeing high water, downed trees, debris in the roads, and power outages.

The following roads are CLOSED:
*River Rd SE 1000 Ft from Hwy 22 to West End of River RD SE.
*86 ave NE Near Roanoke Dr NE
*Arndt Rd NE at ​I-5 underpass and Boones Ferry Rd NE
*75th at Roanoke Dr NE and Rambler Dr NE

Report downed power lines to your utility. Be alert for changing conditions and observe all warning signs.

12/23/2025

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are remarkably tech-savvy, yet one in six parents admit they probably wouldn’t know if their child was betting online.

Talk to your teen about gambling. Just because they’re doesn’t mean they’re too young to learn about the risks.

12/22/2025

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The holidays are full of family, food, and festive fun, but they can also bring stress and long days. If you’re breastfeeding, WIC is here to support you! 💜

✅ Keep your baby close and feed on demand, even during the holiday hustle.
✅ Stay hydrated and enjoy nutritious holiday treats that support your milk supply.
✅ Take breaks, accept help, and remember: self-care matters too!

Every little step counts on your breastfeeding journey. Keep it joyful and successful! Learn how WIC can support your family: WIC.MCHEALTHY.NET


Las fiestas están llenas de familia, comida y diversión festiva, ¡pero también pueden traer estrés y días largos! Si estás amamantando, ¡WIC está aquí para apoyarte! 💜

✅ Mantén a tu bebé cerca y aliméntalo a demanda, incluso durante el ajetreo de las fiestas.
✅ Mantente hidratada y disfruta de alimentos festivos nutritivos que apoyen tu producción de leche.
✅ Tómate descansos, acepta ayuda y recuerda: ¡el cuidado personal también importa!

Cada pequeño paso cuenta en tu camino de lactancia. ¡Haz que sea alegre y exitoso! Descubre cómo WIC puede apoyar a tu familia: WIC.MCHEALTHY.NET

12/21/2025

💡 Lights, Camera 🎥, HEALTHY! Marion & Polk County High-School Aged Teens - We're challenging you to show us the healthy choices you and your friends make. Form a group (2-4 teens) and create a short video for a chance to win for you and your school/organization!

The Challenge:
1. Form a team of 2-4 teens.
2. Choose a topic about making healthy choices.
3. Submit by January 14, 2026

The Awards:
• 1st Place: $1,000
• 2nd & 3rd Place: $500
The top video creators will get the star treatment at our Red-Carpet Awards Night on January 31, 2026, at Capital Community Media

Scan the QR code for all the rules and to enter or visit https://tinyurl.com/mtmxuytc.