Kent County Health Department, Environment and Public Health/ Safety

125 South Lynchburg Street, Chestertown, MD 21620

Open to all.

Kent County, MD

Description

Assesses the health and safety of the community and ensures services are available to address needs. Environment and Public Health/ Safety More 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 disabilities - Family 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 schools - Monitors 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

Providing organization

Kent County Health Department

Provides a wide range of health services, prevention, outreach and community education to residents of kent county.