Harvey County D-FY

06/04/2026

I spy our yard sign near the pond at NMC Health!

06/01/2026

D-FY printed some yard signs to place at the end of the Book Walks that the Harvey County Health Departmenthas up at Newton, Hesston, and Halstead, as well as for the SEAK program. Let Melinda know if you would like one to put up at your business.

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

Between busy schedules and endless distractions, summer can be a great time to reconnect. Try asking this question tonight and take a few minutes to simply listen. One simple question can open the door to meaningful conversations, big dreams, and a better understanding of what matters most to your child.

05/26/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. While we our focus is substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery, we know that mental health plays a large role in every one of those areas as well. With our mission of cultivating hope in the lives and communities, we know that support and hope is best fostered through relationship with one another. Reach out to us if you are needing help taking your first steps on your road to recovery.

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

How do you spot when a CHILD is at RISK? ...1 in 4 children live with a caregiver with a substance use disorder in the US.

The National Alliance for Drug-Endangered Children teaches early identification, response, and appropriate intervention techniques for children and families affected by parental or caregiver substance misuse. We equip comprehensive, multidisciplinary alliances, communities, organizations, and individuals with access to our national resource center, training, and technical assistance.

05/14/2026

The STAND KS team is headed to Peabody to participate in their field day events. STAND now includes teams in eight towns in Harvey, Marion, and McPherson counties. STAND is student led prevention and we are so proud of the work the kids do to educate their peers on reasons not to use substances, healthy coping skills, and how to make a difference in their communities.