Valley Oaks Health

08/14/2026

Community care in action at the Jasper County Fair!

Our Rensselaer and Primary Care teams joined the Rensselaer Fire Department for Safety Day at the Jasper County Fair, connecting with families and sharing resources to support a healthier, safer community.

As part of the event, our Primary Care team also offered sports physicals, helping local students get ready for the season ahead.

We’re proud to work alongside community partners to make care more accessible and meet people where they are.

08/13/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Core Values in Action! 🌟

At Valley Oaks Health, our core values , Be Brave. Be Human. Be Connected., guide how we show up for our clients, our coworkers, and our communities each day.

We’re proud to recognize Kayla as our quarterly Be Human Core Values Award winner!

To Be Human means leading with compassion, empathy, kindness, and genuine care for others. It means taking the time to notice when someone may need support and responding in a way that helps them feel seen, valued, and cared for.

Kayla consistently demonstrates this value through the kindness and compassion she brings to those around her. Her attentiveness and willingness to act when someone needed support made a meaningful difference and is a powerful example of what it means to truly Be Human.

Congratulations, Kayla, and thank you for living our values every day!

08/13/2026

✨ VENDORS WANTED! ✨

Are you a small business owner, baker, crafter, artist, boutique, or local vendor looking for a place to showcase your products? 🛍️

Join us for the Valley Oaks Clubhouse Community Market on Saturday, September 12th from 12:30 PM–4:00 PM!

Connect with the community, and help support Valley Oaks Clubhouse and the meaningful programs they provide.

🌟 Vendor spots are available — apply today!
👉 Vendor Application: https://forms.gle/iSpUWKdzwJd5g9Ph9

📍 Valley Oaks Clubhouse
🗓️ Saturday, September 12
⏰ 12:30 PM–4:00 PM

Tag a local business or vendor who should join us! 👇

08/12/2026

Exercise can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but like many things, balance matters.

When exercise begins to feel obsessive or creates stress, guilt, or pressure, it may be impacting both physical and mental wellness.

This Health Hub article explores the signs of exercise addiction and the importance of building sustainable habits that support overall well-being.

Click the link to learn how healthy movement and mental wellness go hand in hand.

We all know the benefits of regular exercise: a longer life, a decrease in stress, an increase in self-esteem. However, sometimes exercise can become an obsession that can have a negative impact on physical and mental health. Symptoms of exercise addiction Exercise addiction is a behavioral addictio...

08/11/2026

Celebrating Our Core Values in Action!

At Valley Oaks Health, our core values, Be Brave. Be Human. Be Connected., are more than words. They represent how we show up for our clients, our coworkers, and our communities every day.

We’re proud to recognize Sara Huston as the first-ever recipient of our quarterly Be Brave Core Value Award!

To Be Brave means having the courage to step outside of our comfort zones, embrace challenges, advocate for others, and take action when an opportunity to make a difference presents itself. Sara demonstrated that spirit by stepping beyond what was familiar to her and sharing information about our Haven Crisis Response Center with someone who was struggling. Her willingness to take that courageous step helped a young man and his family find the support they needed.

Congratulations, Sara, and thank you for showing us what it looks like to Be Brave!

08/10/2026

Community, connection, and care all came together at the Rensselaer Farmers Market!

It was a wonderful day of connecting with our community! Our Rensselaer and Primary Care teams shared information about Valley Oaks Health services, handed out 76 backpacks to local families, and worked alongside visitors to create a vibrant community mosaic tree, a reminder that we're stronger when we grow together.

We're also excited to share that beginning September 1, Valley Oaks Health Primary Care will be available in Rensselaer, providing comprehensive, whole-person healthcare for individuals and families in and around Jasper and Newton Counties. From wellness visits and preventive care to chronic disease management and same-day sick appointments, our team is here to make quality healthcare more accessible close to home.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit with us. We look forward to continuing to serve our community with compassionate, integrated care

08/07/2026

Stress, headaches, fatigue, and brain fog can all feel worse when you’re dehydrated.

Take a quick pause today:
💧 Refill your water bottle
💧 Add lemon or ice if it helps
💧 Sip before your next scroll

Small habits support whole-body wellness.

08/06/2026

08/04/2026

Check out the August Mental Health & Wellness Newsletter.

08/04/2026

What actually makes us happier and more resilient over time?

The Happiness Lab podcast, hosted by Dr. Laurie Santos, explores the science behind stress, habits, connection, and emotional well-being in a way that feels approachable and easy to understand.

Through thoughtful conversations and practical insights, the podcast encourages listeners to build healthier routines that support both mind and body.

🎧 Listen wherever you stream your podcasts.