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Good Popsicles and Red Jell-O

The other evening our youngest daughter, Isabelle, spiked a fever. I went into immediate Mom/Nurse mode. Assessment…fever 101.3, body aches, headache. What meds do I have in the house? Zilch.

I sent Mike out for BOTH children’s Tylenol and children’s Advil as well as the “good” popsicles while I proceeded to get a cool washcloth on Isabelle and take her temperature again just to make sure we were still in the “safe” fever zone.

We went to bed early with Isabelle camped out on our bedroom floor surrounded by a host of stuffed animal companions, her favorite blanket and a pillow that she continues to love even though it long ago lost its “loft.”

This morning we awoke to the same fever with no additional symptoms.  We cancelled all the plans we had for the day and contacted those who needed to know.  We spent the rest of the day on the couch cuddling and binge watching kids’ shows on Netflix.  And when that became a bore, we switched to Hallmark movies—can you believe we are already watching Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas?

Over the course of the day there has been medicine, Sprite, a milkshake, homemade mashed potatoes, “red” Jell-O and a host of other things we did in an effort to meet demands and help inch closer to a cure.  Unfortunately, we’ll be heading to the doctor as it seems the love of Mom and Dad can’t cure this one.

As I was rubbing my daughter’s hair away from her warm cheeks this afternoon, I was thinking about how lucky I am to have the support of my husband, Mike, our friends, and my workplace.  Without them, our day may have looked much different.

There are many parents who don’t have the luxury of sitting at home to care for a sick child—they will lose their jobs if they “miss one more day” so they are forced to make impossible decisions about leaving a sick child at home and going to work.  And at times, kids who really need to be in bed resting are sent to school because that is the parent’s best and safest option.  Learning is difficult for a child who is ill and it’s not uncommon to hear a story of a child who tells school staff to not call a parent if they are sick because “mommy will lose her job and she really needs it.”

One of the many things we do at Radiant Health is help families build healthy social networks so that support is available, however, that’s not the total answer.

As you walk into this new week, be mindful of those parents who work with you and for you. How can you provide just a little extra support when they need it?  If you are an employer, what are you doing to make your company the most family friendly company to work for in all of Indiana?

It really does take all of us working together to raise the children of our communities to be happy and healthy contributing adults. Together, let’s make Grant County and the surrounding area the best place in the world to raise a family—because every kid deserves GOOD popsicles and RED Jell-O.

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As of January 18, 2023, Grant Blackford Mental Health and Family Services Society, two organizations that merged in April 2022, rebranded under the unified name Radiant Health.

We’re excited for you to meet the new us, and to get a chance to help work together on the new you.

How we help.

When you’re in the middle of it, addiction can feel like a dead-end road. We know for certain that it isn’t. Just like any mental health challenge, addiction is an obstacle on our path. And, with some innovation and hardwork, we can work our way around it. On the other side of that obstacle is a bright future with healthy relationships, purpose-driven life, and a profound joy that’s been missing for all too long.

What do we mean?

Like so many things, mental health is passed down through families. Through behaviors, mirroring, and conditioning, we learn so much of what we know from those closest to us. Oftentimes that’s for the better, sometimes it’s not. At Radiant Health, we’re here to help ensure that your family makes purpose and joy as hereditary as any trait you might pass down to future generations. With a bit of hard word, together, we can make joy run in your family. 

What is Better?

Better ≠ perfect. Better means a path of continuous improvement; of evolution. When we focus on getting 1% better, 1% brighter every single day., we’re able to see the joy in the moment, while feeling the pride that comes with taking the reins over your life and working hard on yourself.  Here at Radiant, to focus on your future, we move towards it one achievable step at a time. 

What is Better Care?

When we talk about “brighter, better care” through our specialized services it boils down to 3 simple ideas. First, better care is safer care. Our facilities and staff are trained and equipped to offer safe, secure facilities during any stay. Second, better care is a respect for dignity. We believe in the dignity of every human being and we treat each person with the same level of respect. Finally, better care is the pursuit of purpose. Our treatment is designed with the firm belief that every person has purpose and, through it, finds joy.

What to Expect?

At Radiant Health you can expect a warmth and cheer that are rare in the mental health space. We believe firmly that the commitment to mental health is a commitment to finding purpose, but also discovering joy in the pursuit of it. Walking through our doors is a simple and transparent process. You’ll begin with an initial consultation with our expert staff, developing a blueprint, and taking that first step towards incremental improvement.