Services We Provide - Dakota County Minnesota

The services are available to Dakota County residents. For assistance or to determine if you qualify for these services, call Dakota County Public Health Intake at 651-554-6115.

Supporting disabled and elderly

Services to help individuals to remain in the community
Options for financial assistance
Senior health check ups and education

Supporting children, pregnant women, and families

WIC nutrition program for healthy foods and nutrition information
Breastfeeding support
Infant and child growth and development checks
Child and teen health check ups and immunizations
Resources for children with special needs
Home visiting program and parent support

Pregnancy education
Home safety inspection
Chid passenger safety training and education

Promoting healthy communities

Promoting health:

Violence-free families and communities
Safe and drug-free schools and communities
Healthy nutrition and physical activity

Preventing chronic disease and disability
Health education
Community partnerships
Low-cost health resources

Responding to diseases and health threats

Immunizations
Investigation and control of infectious diseases
Tuberculosis screening and treatment
Preparing for pandemic flu and other public health emergencies
Refugee health services
Environmental health
Health care management for inmates
Training and support to emergency medical services staff

Planning and administration

Monitor community health needs
Support policies to protect the public’s health
Inform and educate about the health of the population

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