Starke County WIC

08/27/2026

: Montessori Baby Toy Sets Recalled Sold on Amazon by Chillife Official; The recalled baby toy sets contain a pull string teething toy that violates the mandatory standard for toys. Get partial refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Montessori-Baby-Toy-Sets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Choking-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Chillife-Official

08/20/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT SAFETY ALERT 🚨

Our crews have recently responded to an increased number of emergency calls related to generator misuse. Portable generators are great backup options during power outages, but improper use can quickly lead to deadly Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning, electrocution, or severe fires.
Please take a moment to review these critical generator safety tips to protect your family and neighbors:

🏡 1. Location is Everything
20-Foot Rule: Always keep generators at least 20 feet away from your home.
Outdoors Only: NEVER operate a generator inside a garage, home, shed, or enclosed space, even with doors/windows open.
Keep Clear: Ensure 3–4 feet of clear space above and around all sides for proper ventilation, and direct exhaust away from doors, windows, and vents.

⚡ 2. Safe Electrical Use
Use Heavy-Duty Cords: Always use grounded, damage-free extension cords rated for the total wattage being used.
GFCI Protection: Use GFCI outlets or adapters to prevent electrical shock.
Plug Direct: Plug appliances directly into the generator or use a heavy-duty cord. NEVER plug a generator directly into a home wall outlet—this causes dangerous "backfeeding," which can electrocute utility workers and neighbors.
Keep Dry: Never operate a generator in wet conditions or rain without proper cover designed for generators. Always let it cool before refueling!

💀 3. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety
Carbon Monoxide is an invisible, odorless killer that can be fatal in as little as 5 minutes.

Symptoms to Watch For:
🌀 Dizziness
🤕 Headaches
🤢 Nausea
😴 Unexplained fatigue or sleepiness
Working Alarms: Ensure you have working CO detectors outside sleeping areas and on every level of your home.

⚠️ If you suspect CO poisoning or experience symptoms: Get to fresh air immediately, do NOT re-enter the building, and call 911 right away!

Please share this message with your friends and neighbors to help keep LaPorte County safe! 📢

08/20/2026

🚘💙 CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY MONTH IS ALMOST HERE! 💙🚘

Is your child’s car seat installed correctly? Are you using the right seat for their age, height, and weight? Let our certified child passenger safety technicians help!

Join us at our Laporte County Car Seat Safety Event at the Laporte County Family Resource Center!
📅 Wednesday, September 2, 2026
⏰ 3:00–6:00pm (CDT)

Call 219-488-1480 or click the link to schedule your appointment TODAY: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xtjf5d2/lp/fb17dcf1-dca0-47b8-b954-4e56823b3d1d?__cf_chl_tk=a6wPNtKz7LfMTH1LkqT7gMyzMy5j44Q_Rua5VBHg4Xg-1787084831-1.0.1.1-j.jBsq4DEMhOOM.NyK9XQ6KRNJ5sdY3c8k97RaKKFGc

Let’s start Child Passenger Safety Month with safer car rides for our youngest passengers! 🫶

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

Using the INWIC app scanner on your phone will help you locate the items in your WIC food benefits package.

Smooth Shopping Tip: Use the INWIC App to verify your items before checkout. This prevents delays and keeps your grocery trip stress-free.

Find and download the INWIC app from Google Play ➡️https://bit.ly/4vo4UZu
or Apple ➡️https://apple.co/4wCt9UI

08/20/2026

This week's NuBite… Tips to get more iron from meals! 💡

Eating foods high in vitamin C along with foods high in iron like peanut butter, beans, grains, bread and broccoli helps to increase the absorption of the iron. Try these combinations!

Need recipe or family activity inspiration? 💭 Check out archived NuBites on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets

08/20/2026

Breast milk is made up of a unique combination of nutrients and other components that support a baby's growth and development. 💙

Take a closer look at what's inside!

08/20/2026

DYK? WIC benefits include fresh fruit and veggies! Here’s some tips to get the family to eat more of these healthy foods:
• Make food fun with shapes and colors
• Let everyone help choose groceries
• Try new recipes together
• Set the example, kids follow your lead.

Contact your local WIC clinic for more tips ➡️https://bit.ly/3O1OuWJ

08/20/2026

Recent flooding across Indiana has impacted homes, belongings and important documents.

If a birth certificate or death certificate was lost or destroyed due to flooding, you can request a new copy through your local health department or the Indiana Department of Health.

Use the resources below to learn more about replacing vital records or to find your local health department:

🔗Find your local health department: https://bit.ly/4gcTaDu
🔗Vital Records: https://bit.ly/4x9cXuQ