Macon County Health Department (Decatur, IL)

🚍Changes are coming to Decatur Public Transit! 💳📱
DPTS is moving to a cashless payment system — and we’re here to help you get ready!

Need help setting up your account? Stop by the Macon County Health Department today!
📅 Today, June 3rd
⏰ 8:30–11:30 a.m.

📲 Be sure to download the app BEFORE you arrive!

The Macon County Health Department and the Macon Mosquito Abatement District are teaming up to host a tire recycling event for Macon County residents!

Old tires collect standing water and become the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes — so let’s work together to keep our community cleaner and healthier. 🦟💪

📅 Thursday, June 25th
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 4170 N. Bearsdale Rd., Decatur, IL

✅ ACCEPTED:
• Up to 10 rimless passenger tires per household

❌ NOT ACCEPTED:
• Lawnmower tires
• Motorcycle tires
• Semi-truck tires
• Tractor tires
• Tires from commercial tire shops

⚠️ PLEASE BRING 2 FORMS OF PROOF OF RESIDENCY!
Examples include a driver’s license and a utility bill

🚧 DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
The Macon Mosquito Abatement District is now located at the corner of Rt. 121 and N. Bearsdale Rd.

➡️ To keep traffic moving smoothly:
• Enter from the SOUTH on N. Bearsdale Rd.
• DO NOT enter from Rt. 121
• Use Boiling Springs Rd. from Rt. 121 or Pershing Rd. from N. Wyckles Rd.

***Update: Illinois WIC services have been restored statewide and WIC cards are now working again. Thank you for your patience!***

‼ Attention ‼
Illinois’ WIC processor is currently down statewide. Your WIC card will not work at any store throughout the state. The state of Illinois is actively working to resolve this as quickly as possible. Your WIC agency is not able to help with this issue. Updates will be posted on the IDHS website. Thank you for your patience.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

El procesador de WIC de Illinois se encuentra actualmente fuera de servicio en todo el estado. Su tarjeta WIC no funcionará en ninguna tienda en todo el estado. El estado de Illinois está trabajando activamente para resolver esto lo antes posible. Su agencia de WIC no puede brindarle asistencia con este problema. Las actualizaciones se publicarán en el sitio web del IDHS. Gracias por su paciencia.
Esta institución es un proveedor equitativo de oportunidades.

💜 NARCAN SAVES LIVES 💜

Carry it. Share it. Save a life.

An overdose can happen to anyone.

It's for the toddler who found a pill at the park.
It's for the friend whose drink was spiked.
It's for the teen who made one bad choice.
It's for the grandparent who forgot they already took their meds.
It's for anyone. Because accidents don't discriminate.

Join us for a Blood Drive at the Macon County Health Department! 🩸

📅 Tomorrow, June 2nd
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📍 1221 East Condit Street

Join us in making a difference.
✅ Schedule your appointment today:
https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/149553

🎉 Happy Work Anniversary to these amazing members of the Macon County Health Department team! 🎉

Courtney M. (Starting Point) – 23 Years
Leslie M. (Nursing) – 8 Years
Karen H. (Nursing) – 4 Years
Nancy G. (Starting Point) – 1 Year

Thank you for your dedication, commitment, and the difference you make in our community every day. We appreciate all of your hard work and are grateful to have you on our team.

Join us for a Blood Drive at the Macon County Health Department! 🩸

📅 Tuesday, June 2nd
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📍 1221 East Condit Street

Join us in making a difference.
✅ Schedule your appointment today:
https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/149553

🌿🦁 Dementia Friendly Days at Scovill Zoo! 🦁🌿

Come and enjoy a day of fun, relaxation and socializing for our community members living with dementia & their caregivers.

FREE admission to the zoo, snacks and social activities in the education building.

📅 Every 1st Monday | 1:00 – 3:00 PM
June 1 | July 6 | August 3 | September 7 | October 5

📞 More information: 217-422-9888
📧 Email: [email protected]

🚍Changes are coming to Decatur Public Transit! 💳📱
DPTS is moving to a cashless payment system — and we’re here to help you get ready!

Need help setting up your account? Stop by the Macon County Health Department!
📅 Wednesday, June 3rd
⏰ 8:30–11:30 a.m.

📲 Be sure to download the app BEFORE you arrive!

Anxiety doesn’t always look the same in kids. It can show up as:
• A racing heart
• Sweating or blushing
• Shaking or feeling sick to their stomach
• Feeling very hot or very cold
• Trouble breathing
• Difficulty paying attention or sitting still

How you can help your child:
✔️ Practice calming tools like deep breathing, positive self-talk, and muscle relaxation
✔️ Spend one-on-one time together (try a walk or reading—no screens!)
✔️ Talk openly about what’s worrying them
✔️ Limit screen time, have family routines.
✔️ Reach out to your child’s pediatrician for support