Carter County Health Center

04/08/2026

It doesn't matter where you live in Missouri, your public health system will ALWAYS be there for you. We are in action every day, in every county of the state. There are 115 Local Public Health Agencies, including us! If you need health services, consider giving us a visit.

04/08/2026

Public health workers across Missouri offer information and services to help Missourians prevent and manage chronic diseases. Blood pressure checks, diabetes education, nutrition education, and more help ensure Missouri families have the resources they need for a healthier tomorrow.
Celebrating National Public Health Week April 6 - 12.

04/08/2026

🌊🌅 SPIRIT WEEK – DAY 2: Spread the Aloha! 🌅🌊

Today’s dress-up theme is Ocean or Sunset!
Wear blues or teals to represent the ocean 🌊 or pinks, oranges, and yellows to represent a beautiful sunset 🌅

Let’s spread the aloha and bring positive island vibes to testing week! 🌴😎

Testing week can feel overwhelming, but having supportive friends and adults makes a difference. Positive relationships are one of the most powerful ways to help young people build resilience and cope with stress—especially for those who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) 💛

Learn more about ACEs and resilience:
🔗 https://loom.ly/dj-2cX8

Need to talk to someone? Support is available 24/7 through 988 💚

🎁 DAILY GIVEAWAY – HERE’S HOW TO WIN:

To be entered for today’s prize:

✅ Like THIS post
✅ Share THIS post
✅ Post a picture of your student showing off today’s theme (Ocean or Sunset!)
✅ Post your picture in the comments of THIS ORIGINAL POST

🏆 Then send your friends & family here to like your photo
👉 The photo with the MOST likes WINS!

🌊🌅 Theme: Ocean or Sunset Colors 🌅🌊
Students can dress in colors that represent either:
🌊 Ocean Vibes
Blues
Teals
Aqua tones

🌅 Sunset Vibes
Pinks
Oranges
Yellows

Students can choose one or mix both for a fun, colorful look!
The goal is to spread positivity, kindness, and connection—just like the theme “Spread the Aloha” 💛🌴

💡 IMPORTANT:
• Must complete ALL steps to be eligible
• Only likes on photos under THIS post count
• One winner will be chosen today

🌴 Let’s have fun, support each other, and keep spreading the aloha this week!

04/07/2026

Across Missouri, public health workers offer information and services to protect Missourians from injuries. Seatbelt education, car seat safety checks, poison prevention, and more help ensure Missouri families have the resources they need for a healthier tomorrow.
Celebrating National Public Health Week April 6 - 12.

04/07/2026

Motivation Monday… just a day late 😉

Yesterday was definitely *a Monday*, and we missed sharing your weekly boost—but hey, better late than never on a Tuesday!

Take this as your reminder that it’s never too late to reset, refocus, and keep going. You’ve got this 💛

04/07/2026

Shannon, celebrating 2 years of recovery this past Easter Sunday! Such a beautiful reminder of hope, strength, and new beginnings. What a blessing you are. We are so proud of you here at CCHC and all you’ve accomplished, and so grateful to have you with us serving the Carter County community. 💛

Shannon serves as a Peer Support Specialist at RISE, located inside Carter County Health Center. RISE is here to help if you’re struggling with mental health or substance use—you’re not alone.

Click the link below to get connected, or give RISE a call today.
🔗 https://loom.ly/nt954f4
📞 Main Line: (573) 323-4413
👩‍⚕️ Patient Navigator (Virginia): 314-949-7065
🤝 Peer Support (Shannon): 573-415-1388

04/07/2026

Public health workers across Missouri offer information and services to protect kids, women, and families. Programs like WIC, cooking classes for kids, toothbrushing education, and more help ensure Missouri families have the resources they need for a healthier tomorrow.
Celebrating National Public Health Week April 6 - 12.

04/07/2026

🌺🌴 SPIRIT WEEK – DAY 1: Lei Back & Relax! 🌴🌺

Start testing week with island vibes—wear your tropical shirts, leis, and beachy styles to bring a calm and positive energy to the day. 🌊🌞

Testing can bring stress and pressure. Experiences like Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can affect how young people respond to stress, but strong supports—teachers, families, friends, and community—help students build resilience and succeed. 💛

Learn more about ACEs and how communities can support youth:
🔗 https://loom.ly/dj-2cX8

🌺 Theme: Island / Beach Fit 🌺

Think tropical vacation vibes!

Students can wear things like:
🏝️ Hawaiian or tropical shirts
🌺 Leis or flower accessories
🕶️ Sunglasses
🩳 Beachy outfits (appropriate for school)
🩴 Flip flops or sandals (if allowed by dress code)

The goal is to bring fun, relaxed, beach energy to kick off testing week and help students feel calm and confident 🌊☀️

🎁 DAILY PRIZES – HERE’S HOW TO WIN:

To be entered for today’s prize:

✅ Like THIS post
✅ Share THIS post
✅ Post a picture of your student showing off today’s theme (Lei Back & Relax!)
✅ Post your picture in the comments of THIS ORIGINAL POST

🏆 Then send your friends & family here to like your photo
👉 The photo with the MOST likes WINS!

💡 IMPORTANT:
• Must complete ALL steps to be eligible
• Only likes on photos under THIS post count
• One winner will be chosen today

04/06/2026

🌸 Spring Into Wellness: Resource Fair
- Present by the HOPE Coalition🌿

Come out to the Van Buren Community Center 📍 on April 24 for our Spring Into Wellness Resource Fair. Connect with local resources 🤝, learn about wellness services 🩺, and support a healthier community 💚

A big thank you to our amazing sponsors 🙌: Southern Bank, Main Street Market, Bank of Grandin, Carter County Health Center, and RISE🩵

See the event schedule below ⬇️ We cant wait to see you all there!

04/06/2026

These orders close tomorrow at 12 Noon!!!!

04/06/2026

04/04/2026

🌺 Aloha State of Mind Shirts Are Back! 🌺

We’ve received so much great feedback from teachers and staff about the Aloha State of Mind shirts for EC & VB testing week—and we also heard from many of you who missed your chance to order! We even added an option for the kids' sizes!!

Because of the high demand, we’ve created an online order form along with a convenient Square payment option.

If you weren’t able to place your order with Susan at Van Buren or Keri at East Carter, you can now order online here:
👉 https://alohastateofmindorder.my.canva.site/

Orders will close MONDAY @ NOON

All shirts will be delivered directly to your school.

⚠️ Please note:
We cannot guarantee East Carter shirts will arrive in time for Spirit Week next week, but we will do our best—and they will definitely be ready for testing week!

Thank you for all the support—we’re excited to see everyone in their Aloha gear! 🌴☀️🌊