Parenting program available to those with children 12 months, younger - Juneau County

If you’re a new parent, you already know that there is a lot to learn about babies.  You can’t prepare for everything, but Mile Bluff can answer some of your questions.

To assist you during the first year of your baby’s life, Mile Bluff offers the Hand-in-Hand parenting program.  It is designed to help provide you with answers for dealing with some of the most common situations that arise during your child’s first 12 months of life.

The Hand-in-Hand program is held the second Monday of every month at 4:30 pm.  The next meeting will be Monday, December 8 and will focus on stress management. 

 
If you are interested in learning more about the program, or want to register for an upcoming session, call 608-847-1013.

Upcoming Events - Adams County

Monday, December 1 - The Friendship Connection will hold a Wellness & Recovery Support Group from 11 AM-12 PM at their location 252 S Main Street, Adams (entrance in the back). This is a casual group led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact 608-339-6810. Monday, December 1 - Green Demon Youth Wrestling Club Annual Sign ups/Registration will be held at the 4-H building at the Adams County Fairgrounds from 5 - 7 PM. Youth in Kindergarten through 8th Grade are eligible and welcomed .  More information has been sent home with all youth from all AF Area Schools as well. More information can be found at www.afgreendemons.com. Tuesday, December 2 - The American Legion Red Cloud Post 250 will hold their Annual Christmas Party starting at 1 PM at the St. Joseph's Center. Tuesday, December 2 - Green Demon Youth Wrestling Club Annual Sign ups/Registration will be held at the 4-H building at the Adams County Fairgrounds from 4:30-5:30 PM. Youth in Kindergarten through 8th Grade are eligible and welcomed .  More information has been sent home with all youth from all AF Area Schools as well. More information can be found at www.afgreendemons.com.   Adams County Running/Walking Club (ACRC) meets at the Friendship Village Park every Saturday at 8 AM. All abilities and fitness levels are welcome. For more information visit adamscountyrunningclub.com or contact Kim Heinz at kimheinz@frontier.com.   COMING UP... Wednesday, December 3 - This is the deadline for Toys for Tots Donations to be dropped off at area locations. Drop off new, unwrapped toys to any of these locations: Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative, Adams County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, Adams County Humane Society, Adams-Friendship High School, Adams-Friendship Times Reporter, First Weber Realty Group, Hometown Community Insurance Agency, The Lure Bar & Grill, One Stop Shop, Pavelec Realty, Rome Town Hall, RockTenn, Wall Chiropractic, Z-Wireless. Or to make a monetary donation, visit friendship-wi.toysfortots.org. Wednesday, December 3 - The Friendship Connection is serving up Free Lunch Wednesday  from noon to 2 PM at their location 252 S Main Street, Adams (entrance in the back). Bring a dish or dessert if you wish. Everyone is welcome.  For more information call Deb at 608-339-6810.       Thursday-Saturday, December 4-6 - The Adams Community Theatre (ACT) will present ACT Christmas - A Live Radio Play: A Miracle on 34th Street at the Theatre, 157 S Main Street, Adams. Show times are 7 PM Thrusday, Friday and Saturday and a Saturday matinee at 3 PM.  Tickets are on sale at Carole's Fashion Delights and General Store of Adams. Advanced tickets are $10, at the door $12. For more information call 608-339-6212 or go to www.adamstheatre.org. Friday, December 5 - The Annual MMHC Partners Open House and Bake Sale will be held at the Moundview Memorial Hospital & Clinics concourse starting at 9 AM. For more information call 608-339-8328. Saturday, December 6 - Annual Adams County Historical Society Holiday Happenings Luncheon will be held at the St. Joseph's Catholic Center in Adams. Unique table settings and displays. Event starts at 10 AM. For more information call 608-339-7733 or go to  www.adamshistory.com  Saturday, December 6 - Christmas in Rome Annual Tree Lighting will be held in the Town of Rome. Santa arrives at 6 PM. Cookies, hot cider, hot chocolate, music, candlelight procession at Rome Town Hall, 1156 Alpine Drive.   www.romewi.com  Monday, December 8 - The Friendship Connection will hold a Wellness & Recovery Support Group from 11 AM-12 PM at their location 252 S Main Street, Adams (entrance in the back). This is a casual group led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact 608-339-6810. If you would like your event in our Weekly Events Reminder, email us at chamber@visitadamscountywi.com or call us at 608-339-6997.

Free, discounted health screenings at Mile Bluff – Juneau County

In order to lead a healthy lifestyle, it’s important to take control of your health.  Knowing your specific risks for developing heart disease and diabetes can help you be proactive in making healthier life choices.  Knowing your levels of cholesterol and blood pressure, and keeping those under control, may even help to add a few more years to your life.

If you would like to learn some steps you can take to better control your wellness, be sure to attend the upcoming health fair at Mile Bluff – Delton Family Medical Center.  The event will be held on Thursday, December 18 from 7 to 11 am.

Free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings will be available, along with the opportunity to discuss specific risks for developing diabetes and heart disease with Mile Bluff’s healthcare professionals. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and win door prizes.

If you would like to have a total cholesterol test performed with no fasting required, you may do so for $10. You also have the option to have a lipid profile worked up for only $20; this test requires 12 hours of fasting.

Once your tests are completed, Mile Bluff’s healthcare professionals will review your results with you, and will provide tips on how to reduce your risks for developing diabetes and heart disease. If areas of concern are found through these screenings, resources will be provided to help you with your needs, and all results will be sent to your primary care provider.

Insurance is not needed to take advantage of the benefits these health screenings have to offer. The information you receive from these tests, along with the educational tools you will be given, are important steps in positively impacting your health.  Appointments are required for all services, so call 608-254-5888 to reserve your spot today!

Donate blood and save a life with Mile Bluff Medical Center! - Juneau County

Throughout the year, Mile Bluff Medical Center hosts a number of community blood drives.  The events are a partnership between the medical center and the Blood Center of Wisconsin - the sole supplier of blood products to Mile Bluff. 

Join your friends, family, co-workers and neighbors, and do your part to help save lives by coming to the next blood drive at Mile Bluff.  The event is scheduled for Monday, December 8 from 9 am to 2 pm.

Each donation made at Mile Bluff could touch the lives of up to three people in the community.   At this drive, you will have the option to make a whole blood donation (which is made up of red blood cells, platelets, plasma and white blood cells), or you can give a dual red or platelet-only donation.  While a whole blood donation will yield red blood cells and platelets, it would take two whole blood donations to equal the same amount of red blood cells that can be found in a single dual red cell donation.  It would take six units of whole blood to equal the same amount of platelets that are in a single platelet-only donation.

You can help someone in need.  Make a blood donation on December 8 during the drive at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston.  To reserve your spot, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-877-232-4376 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Requirements for being a blood donor:

*  Must be 17 years or older (16-year-olds can donate with parental consent)

*  Must weigh at least 110 pounds

*  Should be free of any cold, flu or allergy symptoms the day of donation

*  Must not have had hepatitis after age 11

*  Should not have any risk factors associated with HIV or AIDS

*  Must know the names and doses of all medications (most prescriptions are acceptable)

Tips to remember the day you donate:

*  Bring along a photo ID such as a driver’s license.

*  Drink plenty of fluids prior to and following your donation.

*  Avoid strenuous physical exercise until the day following your donation.

*  Eat a nutritious meal prior to and following donating.