Bartholomew County Health Department (BCHD) hosted a back-to-school health fair on Aug. 3, 2024. They invited several community partners, including Columbus Regional Hospital Health Communities, Mental Health Matters, Be Smart, Safe Kids, IDOH Maternal and Child Health division, Purdue Extension, United Way, Columbus Bike Co-Op and Bartholomew County Public Library.
In total, 63 people attended the event. BCHD administered 50 immunizations, one lead test, dental screenings, two car seat checks and provided referrals to Quit Now Indiana. BCHD staff also offered safe sleep education and safe medication disposal. Bartholomew County Public Library offered free books for attendees.
- BCHD provided 1,586 chronic disease screenings and referrals, including A1C and high blood pressure
- BCHD provided 703 childhood lead and case management services, including testing and education
- BCHD provided health screening for 2,120 students through the support of a school health liaison, including vision, hearing, and oral health
FUNDING FOR 2026: $435,749.00
Funding Per Capita: $5.30
| 2023: | $84,058.61 (Legacy amount from Local Health Maintenance Fund/Trust) |
| 2024: | $928,011.11 | 2024 Bartholomew County Budget 2024 Financial Report |
| County Match: | Average of county tax levy-related funds distributed to the LHD in the preceding three years (2021, 2022, 2023). | |
| 2025 (Opt In): | $1,793,532.45 2025 Bartholomew County Budget |
| County Match: | Minimum: $400,764.00 |
| 2026: | $435,749.00 2026 Bartholomew County Budget |