Rensselaer County Health & Human Services

12/31/2025

12/31/2025

Winter roads can be unpredictable
A breakdown, accident, or sudden storm can turn a short drive into hours in the cold. That’s why having an emergency car kit isn’t overreacting—it’s being prepared.

A basic winter kit should include:
• Blanket or extra warm clothes
• Flashlight & extra batteries
• Jumper cables
• Ice scraper & shovel
• Water & non-perishable snacks
• Phone charger / power bank

You may never need it—but if you do, you’ll be so glad it’s there. Stay safe this winter and make sure your car is ready!

12/19/2025

Simple steps can help prevent the spread of the flu:
✔️ Get your annual flu vaccine
✔️ Wash hands often with soap and water
✔️ Cover coughs and sneezes
✔️ Stay home if you’re feeling sick
✔️ Clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces

Protect yourself and others so we can all enjoy a healthier, happier holiday season!

12/08/2025

Rensselaer County is working to ensure healthy and safe choices by young people, especially in regard to va**ng. Va**ng has many potential health issues and problems and can especially be harmful for teenagers.
A look at an educational presentation on va**ng that includes testimonials and information from health professionals, county Public Health Director Len Claus, Sheriff Kyle Bourgault and County Executive Steve McLaughlin.

12/01/2025

As we get ready for the snow tomorrow, here are some helpful tips to remember!

11/26/2025

Wishing our residents a happy & healthy Thanksgiving. Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday November, 28th - reopening on Monday December 1st at 8am. Happy Thanksgiving!

11/20/2025

🎄🎄🎄UPDATE:
We are so grateful for your interest in participating in our annual Adopt-a-Senior program! Due to the incredible support from our community, we wanted to let you know that all of the adoption tags have been claimed as of today 11/24/25.

11/19/2025

The Rensselaer County MRC (Medical Reserve Corp) met last night for their winter training event at the Rensselaer County Emergency Services Training Complex in Wynantskill. Guest speakers included Stephane Bydairk of the Rensselaer County Disaster Mental Health team that discussed topics including: recognizing signs of volunteer fatigue and burnout as well as how to avoid them and mental health recovery tips post deployment. Kathleen Lill PA for the Department of Health lead the team in a team building exercise and Nik Segoloni of Rensselaer County Cornell Cooperative Extension CCE Rensselaer County demonstrated healthy recipes for volunteers on the go and during deployment, as well as nutrition tips to keep our volunteers healthy and active. Interested in joining the MRC? We are looking for both medical and non-medical volunteers to join the team! Contact Rensselaer County Department of Health Emergency Preparedness team Nicole Pollay and Sarah Konig at Volunteer@renscony.gov

11/19/2025

You can make a difference and brighten Christmas for kids across the county. Our annual Holiday Toy Drive is now underway with collection points conveniently located.
This year, we are trying to make this the biggest Christmas collection ever! Your help is needed and appreciated!

11/19/2025