475 Western Ave., Suite A
Chillicothe, OH. 45601
Phone: 740-779-9652
Fax: 740-779-0744
Programs
PROGRAMS
Women, Infants and Children: WIC is a free program to Ross County residents who qualify finanically and have nutritional needs. For appointments you much bring your child or children; identification for the person the services are for; income verification; and/or pregnancy verification. Once you have checked in and filled out the proper paperwork, clinical data will be taken. After talking with a health professional, food packages are given and coupons are printed. Foods provided may include: milk, cheese, beans, peanut butter, eggs and 100 percent fruit juices. Women who are breastfeeding can receive carrots and tuna, if no supplemental formula is received. Babies can get formula, age-appropriate juices and cereals, or special formulas with a doctor’s prescription.
For more information on our WIC program call 740-702-6709; Email Us ; or stop in Suite 2A of the Ross County Service Center, 475 Western Ave., Chillicothe. Also, while in our office ask about registering to vote, or visit the Ohio Secretary of State's Web site .
Heart Health: Heart Health of Ross County is a task force of area agencies concerned about a wide variety of health issues in our community, including cardiovascular health, child obesity, tobacco use, school health, physical activity and proper nutrition. For more information click Heart Health above or contact Michelle Treber at 779-9346, ext. 224. NOTE: The next meeting of the Heart Health Task Force and the Tobacco Use Prevention Coalition will be on August 26, 2008, at noon, in the Ross County Health District's Administrative Conference Room. Additional meetings are scheduled for October 21 (Conference Room C) and December 2 (Conference Room A).
Southern Ohio Women's Cancer Project: Since 1994 the Southern Ohio Women’s Cancer Project has been serving women in a 10-county area from its base at the Ross County Health District. Counties served include: Pike; Highland; Vinton; Jackson; Scioto; Adams; Brown; Gallia; and Lawrence. Using grant monies from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SOWCP offers programs free of charge to uninsured and low income women. Services, such as pap smears and mammograms, are actually provided by more than 90 contracted physicians in the 10-county region.
For more information or to see if you qualify, call 1-800-944-2232, or 740-775-7332, or Email us.
Together We Can: Together We Can provides funds for mammograms for women with limited income and no insurance to cover mammograms. Funding for routine mammograms is available for women aged 40-64. Women aged 25 - 64 who are experiencing breast problems, or have a family history of breast cancer, may also be eligible.
For more information call, Kathie Bunch at 740-770-0783 or 1-800-944-2232, or via Email .
Help Me Grow: Working closely with the Newborn Home Visit Program, health educators assist families with developmental screenings for at-risk children who qualify (typically those at 300 percent of the poverty level). Health educators help families identify resources and find services. Additionally, a number of Help Me Grow staff are also certified car seat technicians and free car seat checks are offered throughout the year.
For more information call 775-3598, or Email Us .
Safe Communities: Safe Communities works with many local agencies, such as law enforcement, schools and the local MADD and SADD chapters to promote programs that address issues such as seat belt use, impaired driving and motorcycle safety.
For more information contact Heather Dunham at 740-775-3598, ext. 236, or via Email .
Newborn Home Visits: The Newborn Home Visit Program is a FREE, one time visit, from a specially trained registered nurse. The only requirement is that the expectant or new mom reside in Ross County. The visit allows the new mother to ask questions in the comfort of her own home. During the visit, the nurse will assess baby's weight, provide mom with information concerning baby's care, safety, immunizations, & normal growth & development. The nurse can also assess mom to make sure she is doing well since giving birth, offer emotional support, & discuss birth control methods. A prenatal visit is also offered to discuss ways to maintain a healthy pregnancy, & plan for delivery & baby's arrival.
To schedule your FREE home visit, call Deanna Smith at 740-775-3598, ext. 286, or via Email .
Community Preparedness: This programs promotes education and awareness about the importance of family and individual preparedness and planning. A variety of brochures are available by visiting the health district offices, 475 Western Ave., Suite 5A, which is the Vital Statistics Office. Additionally, you can view or print them by clicking the links below: