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Provides medication set-up, health assessments, blood draws for lab tests, blood pressure screenings, fall prevention programs and foot care.

Provides the following preventative care services.

• Lead screening for children
• Various lab tests, including cholesterol and triglyceride tests, as well as blood sugar tests
• Health and nutrition education for schools
• Blood pressure screenings

Provides health education services like blood pressure screenings which are offered on a walk in basis, fluoride varnish applications, height and weight checks, lead screenings, the Drug Overdose Prevention Program (DOPP), and can provide Narcan to those needing the opioid overdose reversal drug. Can also provide health educational materials on topics such as hypertension, high cholesterol, cardiac risk assessment, smoking cessation, and screenings for sexually transmitted diseases.

Primary medical care services are available for most minor or intermediate illnesses.

Additional services include adult physicals, community wellness groups, and health screenings targeting individuals at high risk for conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or cancer. Prescription assistance is provided to support medication needs. The program also offers nutrition education, which includes guidance on healthful eating, food handling, preparation, shopping skills, and the relationship between nutrition and overall health. Information and counseling about Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance options are available, including assistance with enrollment in health insurance plans through the marketplaces, facilitated by trained navigators and application counselors. All services are open to individuals regardless of background or circumstances.

Congregate and home delivered meals.

Blood pressure clinics monthly.

Senior centers offer, pool, shuffleboard, exercise, cards (pitch, bridge and chicken foot), puzzles, socialization with coffee every day and pedicures.

Information and referral services.

Offers free blood pressure screenings to all Ford County residents. Screenings can be obtained at the health department during normal business hours. Walk-ins are welcome, but it is preferred that individuals contact the office to ensure a nurse is available.

Offers blood pressure screenings.