Fishers Health Department

May is peak tick season in Indiana, making prevention especially important as you head outdoors. Take a few simple steps to protect yourself: Use EPA-registered insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants in wooded or grassy areas, and check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after spending time outside. Preventing tick bites helps reduce the risk of tickborne illness. Learn more from @StateHealthIN: bit.ly/4nASLxO

As we head into summer, meet Spencer Martin, FHD Environmental Health Inspector! Spencer shares a behind-the-scenes look at how his work, from summer water testing to mosquito monitoring around Fishers, helps protect community health all season long!.

We’re used to going to a doctor for regular physical health check-ups, why not have regular mental health check-ups too? During Mental Health Awareness Month, take this 3 minute assssment for a mental health check-in: bit.ly/3wiLcpw

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for FHD’s first annual Bright Beginnings Health Fair! We’re grateful to our attendees and community partners for helping connect Fishers families with resources and support for pregnancy, postpartum wellness, and infant health.

During this month's Monica's Minute, we talk about May Mental Health Awareness Month, how to get involved throughout the month, and how you can create a StigmaFree Fishers. Find the lineup of events and programs at FishersIN.gov/MentalHealthMo….

🚑 Join our Virtual Naloxone Training on Wednesday, May 20 from 12 to 12:30 p.m. This free training provides an introduction to opioids, teaches how to recognize the signs of an overdose, and offers practice using life-saving naloxone. Register by May 19.

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the health and well-being of moms, caregivers, and families across our community. 💐 Join us for the Bright Beginnings Health Fair this Wednesday, May 13, at the Fishers Community Center. Connect with local resources and support your child’s health from the very beginning. Don’t forget to sign up for a free car seat check with @Fishers_Police: bit.ly/4cPS9Rh

Check out these upcoming free Aging Well sessions to help older adults and caregivers stay healthy, active, and connected: • Decluttering as Self Care – May 13 • Mobile Device Basics (iOS) – May 14 • Taming Stress in Everyday Life – May 29 • Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia – June 8 • Mobile Device Basics (Android) – June 18 • 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s – June 19 • Building Brain Healthy Habits – June 22 📍 FREE & open to the community—no membership required 💻 Register at: bit.ly/4tSf8Bt

Give blood. Save lives. ❤️ The @Versiti Blood Center of Indiana will be on-site next Wednesday, May 13 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Fishers Community Center. Donating blood is a simple way to make a big impact, helping ensure lifesaving resources are available for those in need. Register for an appointment: bit.ly/4d9mN8k While you’re there, stop by the Bright Beginnings Health Fair for new and expecting parents!

Did you know the Fishers Health Department offers free, easy ways to safely dispose of unused medications and sharps? Proper disposal helps protect older adults and caregivers—especially those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. • Drop off sealed sharps containers at our office • Pick up a pre-paid Mail Back Meds envelope at the Fishers Community Center Details: bit.ly/4w5hs9H

Looking for new ways to reduce stress and stay present? Join us for Mindfulness Beyond Meditation this Thursday, May 7 from 1–2 p.m. at the Fishers Community Center. This discussion will explore simple, practical mindfulness techniques to help you feel more grounded and present in everyday life. No registration required, just drop in. Details: bit.ly/4cPdUAP

A meaningful morning at today’s Mayor’s Breakfast, where we came together to talk about mental health in our community. Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation, shared insights, and helped us better understand how we can support Fishers residents. 💙

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚 Join us tomorrow for Hope for Happiness at the Fishers Farmers Market and support StigmaFree Fishers. Explore free programs from FHD (Aging Well, suicide prevention, meditation + more) and fitness & wellness at the @FishersComCtr all month: FishersIN.gov/MentalHealthMo…

Join us this Saturday, May 2 at the Fishers Farmers Market, Presented by IU Health, for Hope for Happiness, hosted by HSE High School's Bring Change to Mind club. What to expect: ✅ Learn about the Stigma Free Fishers initiative ✅ Fun activities promoting wellness and mental health ✅ Resources from community partners Let’s come together to raise awareness and support mental health in our community. See you there!

🚑 Be ready to save a life. Join our Virtual Naloxone Training on Wednesday, May 20 from 12 to 12:30 p.m. This free training provides an introduction to opioids, teaches how to recognize the signs of an overdose, and offers practice using life-saving naloxone. Register by May 19 at bit.ly/48bnwTR.

Congrats to Katie Wilkinson on “graduating” from this year’s HSE Engaged cohort! 🎓 This yearlong program offers a deeper look at @HSESchools, and Katie shared it was a great experience that strengthened her understanding of the schools we partner with every day.

❤️ Make a difference in someone's life by donating blood! The Fishers Health Department is proud to host a blood drive on Wednesday, May 13 with @Versiti and @FishersComCtr from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is happening alongside our Bright Beginnings Health Fair to recognize how blood donations are especially important for maternal and child health. 👩‍🍼 Sign up to donate blood at donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedule…

Stay active, informed, and connected with our Aging Well programs this May! Join us for a variety of free sessions designed to support older adults and caregivers: 📅 May 7 – Alzheimer’s Conversations: Protecting Your Health & Wealth 📅 May 13 – Decluttering as Self Care: How to Begin 📅 May 14 – Mobile Device Basics (iOS) 📅 May 29 – Taming Stress in Everyday Life From managing stress and learning new technology to planning for the future and creating a more organized space, there’s something for everyone. View details and register: Health.FishersIN.gov/AgingWell

Proud moment at last night’s HSE Royal Scholars Banquet! Kacy Brosbst was honored as a student’s most influential educator, inspiring his path toward a career in science and medicine. Before joining FHD, Kacy made a lasting impact at @HSESchools, and continues to do so in our community.