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When are you open?In Sabetha, we are open Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm (we are closed from 12:00-1:00 for lunch though!). In Seneca, we are open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am-3:00pm, and we are closed 12:00-1:00 for lunch!
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How do I schedule an appointment?To schedule an appointment, you can call us at 785-284-2152. You can also fill out the following form and we will call you with more information about a service and/or scheduling an appointment. Form: https://bit.ly/NCCHS_Info
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What kind of services do you provide?We do lots of things here at NCCHS! For Adults: - Immunizations for all ages (including flu, Shingrix, and COVID shots) - Shingrix (the Shingles Shot) is now covered by Medicare Part D. To find out if you have Part D, call us today at 785-284-2152. - Chronic Disease risk reduction - Low cost in-home services - Personal care and homemaking - In-home nursing and maintenance visits - Low-cost eye exams and hearing checks For Mothers and Babies: - Immunizations for all ages (including flu and COVID shots) - WIC (Supplemental Nutrition for Women, Infants, and Children) - A FREE Breastfeeding Clinic - FREE Home Visits to prenatal and postpartum moms (which comes with a really nice goody bag! - Educational resources and support - FREE car seat checks For Children: - Immunizations for all ages (including flu and COVID shots) - WIC (Supplemental Nutrition for Women, Infants, and Children) - Kan-Be-Healthy Exams and School Entrance Exams - The Dolly Parton Imagination Library (which provides FREE books to all kids under 5 in Nemaha County if you sign up!) - School nursing services at USD 115 - Satellite offices for Kansas Children with Special Healthcare Needs - FREE car seat checks - Low-cost eye exams and hearing checks We also host community events, including our Community Baby Shower, which has lots of free goodies, so make sure to follow us so you know when our events are coming up!
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What is a home visit?A home visit is a free meeting with one of our home visitors at your home or at another place of your choosing. Our home visitor will answer all your questions, check on and weigh your baby, provide you with resources and bring you a goody bag! Who qualifies? Any prenatal or postpartum parent in Nemaha County qualifies for a home visit! And, they are completely free to you! What are the benefits? There are lots of benefits to doing home visits. Early experiences shape brain development in the first years of life, forming the foundation which everything is built. Home visiting can improve baby's lifelong health, educational and economic outcomes. Home visits also: - Increase school readiness - Improve maternal health - Improve child health - Promotes family self-sufficiency What's in the goody bag? One of the best parts of a home visit is the goody bag the home visitor will bring you! What in it? - Diapers - Thermal bottle cooler - Sleep sack - Board book - Pack and play - Parent book - Lots and lots of resources! - ... and of course, the bag itself! How do I sign up for a home visit? To schedule a home visit, you can call us at 785-284-2152 or you can fill out this form: https://bit.ly/NCCHS_Info.
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What is WIC and how do I know if I'm eligible?WIC is a Supplemental Nutrition Program for women, infants, and children. WIC gives you access to healthy food, nutrition education and breastfeeding guidance. Who can get support? - Moms - Pregnant women - Dads - Grandparents - Foster parents - Step-parents - Guardians - Caregivers with a low to medium income and those who are part of other programs such as foster care, medical assistance, or SNAP are eligible Eligibility Guidelines: If you make under these amounts, you may qualify for WIC: - 2 person household: $36,482 - 3 person household: $45,991 - 4 person household: $55,500 - 5 person household: $65,009 For more information on income eligibility guidelines, contact us at 785-284-2152. What's the retail value? For women and children the retail value of the healthy food WIC provides is about $74 per person per month. For infants, WIC promotes breastfeeding, and provides formula when requested. The retail value of the formula is about $180 per month. Did you know? Even if you don't qualify for SNAP (EBT, Food Stamps), or Medicaid, you still may qualify for WIC. Many families are eligible for WIC and don't realize it. Where can I find out more? NCCHS is a WIC Clinic. To find out more or schedule your WIC appointment, contact us at 785-284-2152 or fill out this form: https://bit.ly/NCCHS_Info.
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What is home care?Home care is a low-cost in-home nursing and caregiving service provided by NCCHS. We understand that aging in place is a priority for many seniors, but that isn't always possible without a little help. We are here to provide that help. We provide the following services: Caregiving: - Bathing assistance - Personal care - Light housekeeping - Light meal prep - Grocery shopping - Light laundry services Nursing: - Nursing assessment - Medication box refill If you have more questions or would like to start home care services, please contact us at 785-284-2152.
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How does the breastfeeding clinic work?Our staff understands that the option to breastfeed is the choice of the mother, and it's sometimes not an easy one. That's why we are here to help you along your breastfeeding journey and offer you professional support. We will work together with your doctor to ensure that you and your baby are receiving the best support during your breastfeeding experience. That is why we created this breastfeeding clinic! Our details: - Our breastfeeding clinic is free for everyone - We are open Tuesdays and Fridays, 8:30-5:00pm by appointment only - We take appointments in both Seneca and Sabetha - The breastfeeding clinic is staffed by Tara Lohmann, RN, CLC. Tara is very knowledgeable in lactation and is excited to help mothers meet their breastfeeding goals. What do we do? - Offers each mother a one-on-one consultation to assess breastfeeding needs and goals - Will answer questions about breastfeeding - Provides hands-on support with positioning and latch - Provides an evaluation of the baby’s weight with a medical-grade scale before and after feeding - Provides education and guidance for newborn care, feedings and recommended follow-up - Performs blood pressure checks for mothers with history of hypertension - Performs breast/nipple evaluation - Provides reassurance that you and your baby are on track - Offers support and education for the entire family - Hospital consults are available; ask your nurse for more information
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How do I know what immunizations my child needs?If you aren't sure what immunizations your child hasn't had or is ready for, call us and we can tell you! We can also print immunization records for school, daycare, or your own personal records. Our number is 785-284-2152.
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