Greene County Alliance -GCA

05/31/2026

🌟 Community Partner Spotlight 🌟

This month, we are proud to recognize the Greene County Department of Child Services (DCS) as our May Community Partner Spotlight!

The Greene County DCS team works tirelessly to support children and families throughout our community by providing protection, resources, and guidance during difficult times. Their commitment to the safety and well-being of children and families has made a meaningful impact across Greene County.

Beyond their daily responsibilities, the staff continuously collaborates with local organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners to help connect families with valuable services and support systems. Their dedication, compassion, and willingness to work together strengthen our community and help create brighter futures for local children and families.

We are grateful for the partnership and support of the Greene County DCS office and appreciate all they do to serve our community each day. Thank you for being an important part of making Greene County a healthier, safer, and stronger place for families. ❤️

📞 Office Phone: (812) 730-4212
🕗 Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

🚨 Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline: 1-800-800-5556
⏰ Hotline Available: 24 Hours a Day

05/30/2026

✨ May Newsletter is Here! ✨

We’re excited to share everything happening in our community this month! 💙 From upcoming events and community resources to highlights, partnerships, and ways we continue supporting one another — May has been full of business all over the county!

Take a few minutes to check out our latest newsletter and see how together we are making a difference in our commUNITY.

📬 Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/0fea36b8235c/gca-may-newletter-18243495

Thank you for being part of what makes our community stronger every day! 💛

April is recognized nationwide as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about child abuse and neglect while promoting the importance of strengthening families and communities to keep children safe.

05/29/2026

Congratulations to this month’s Community Partner Spotlight, Julie from the GC Juvenile Probation Department! 🎉

We are so thankful to have you on our team helping make Greene County a better place for our community members while highlighting important services and resources needed throughout our community. Your work with our youth is vital and continues to make a big impact every day.

Thank you for all you do for Greene County and the youth you serve! 💙

05/28/2026

A huge thank you to Leaping Lizard Bakery for hosting our May meeting today! The chicken salad and bacon ranch pasta salad were absolutely delicious, and the sweet treats were divine! 🍴🧁

It was wonderful to gather in a new place this month — new faces, new food, and a great way to wrap up Memorial Week together. Thank you for your hospitality and for helping make today’s meeting so special!

📍 Our next meeting will be June 25th at La Fiesta in Linton. We hope to see everyone there!

05/28/2026

📢 Reminder!
April's GCA Meeting is today Thursday, May 28th at 12:00 PM.
📍 Location: Leaping Lizard Bakery 112 N Main St, Linton, IN 47441
We can’t wait to see you there!

05/26/2026

📢 Reminder!
RSVPs due by Wednesday, May 27th at 12p
The next GCA Meeting of 2026 will be held Thursday, May 28th at 12:00 PM.
📍 Location: Leaping Lizard Bakery 112 N Main St, Linton, IN 47441
🥗 Lunch: Arrive at 11:30 AM if you plan to eat.
We can’t wait to see you there!
🥗Meeting will start at 12p
We can’t wait to see you there!

05/18/2026

Join us Monday, May 18, 2026, at 10:30 AM for our Mobile Food Pantry at Humphreys Park in Linton! 🥫💙

We are excited to partner with Hoosier Health Check to offer FREE health screenings in the West Shelter House including:
✔️ A1c Testing
✔️ Cholesterol Screening
✔️ Blood Pressure Checks
✔️ Food & Nutrition Education

Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you there as we continue working together to support a healthier commUNITY. 💚

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Today we celebrate the strength, love, and endless sacrifices of all the amazing moms, grandmas, bonus moms, and mother figures in our lives. Your love shapes families, builds communities, and makes the world a better place every single day.

To the moms who are with us, we honor you.
To the moms we carry in our hearts, we remember you.
To those longing to be moms or missing their children, we see you.

Wishing you a day filled with love, appreciation, and a little time just for YOU—you deserve it. 💕

05/09/2026

More than 1 in 4 adults with serious mental health conditions also experiences a substance use issue. These two are often part of the same story. Whole-person care addresses both. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/co-occurring-disorders

05/08/2026

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/serious-mental-illness/managing-life