Assesses the health and safety of the community and ensures services are available to address needs.Environment and Public Health/ SafetyMore information: Mental health services include screening, counseling, medication, referrals, and aftercare Dental care is provided through school and community-based programs Offers case management, support, and referrals for individuals with developmental disabilitiesFamily planning programs provide pregnancy testing, counseling, and referrals for prenatal care Provides transportation to and from medical appointments for individuals with Medical Assistance Communicable disease services include screenings and vaccinations Inspects food facilities, recreational sites, health facilities, daycares, and schoolsMonitors public water supply, waste disposal, and pollution standards for air and noise Identifies and supervises medical assistance personal care programs Issues certified copies of birth and death certificates Organizes rabies clinics, adult daycare programs, and tobacco use prevention and cessation classes

Offers a variety of public health services to the community.Public HealthMore information: Includes reproductive health services, immunizations, screenings, and rabies vaccination clinics Inspects and licenses restaurants, food processing plants, trailer parks, foster homes, and pools Provides assistance with online health insurance applications and navigating Medicaid benefits Issues permits for residential wells and sewage systems Monitors communicable diseases and air and water quality Offers health education and wellness programs to the community

Offers medical and dental services to individuals who are uninsured or have Medicaid or Medicare. HealthcareMore information: Includes primary care services, health education workshops, and referrals to community resources Pediatric and adult dental services include screenings, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, and extractions Distributes clothing and toiletry items to adults in need

Provides a range of medical care services including surgery, therapy, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, orthopedics, and oncology. HospitalMore information: Operates an intensive care unit, stroke center, and chest pain center Offers classes on CPR, smoking cessation, stress management, nutrition, childbirth, and more Provides access to social workers to help with issues related to illness and discharge planningPerforms HIV/STD testingGives referrals for substance abuse and mental health treatment

Provides various public and individual health programs and services to the community.Public HealthMore information: Includes family planning, maternal and child health, early head start, immunizations, and elder care Offers non-emergency medical transportation, personal care, adult evaluation, and home visits Advocates for individuals with developmental disabilities and connects them to services Programs on narcan training, smoking cessation, and cancer prevention available Monitors diseases and environmental health Issues certified birth and death certificates

Works to improve the health outcomes and life expectancy of African Americans and people of African descent in Montgomery County. Services include classes and health screenings for diabetes and heart health, case management for pregnant woment, HIV/AIDS and STI testing, cancer prevention education, and community outreach and referral for oral health and mental health.Health Education/Prevention Programs