The Porter County Health Department is offering Naloxone Kits free of charge! Please call one of our offices to schedule an appointment.
Mission
The Nursing Division of the Porter County Health Department's mission is to promote, protect, and provide for the public health of the people of our community.
Vision
The Porter County Health Department envisions a thriving community where every resident has equitable access to the knowledge, resources, and services needed to live a healthy life. We strive to be a leader in public health by promoting prevention, empowering individuals and families, and building strong partnerships that protect and improve the well-being of Porter County.
Services & Programs
The Nursing Division promotes and protects the health and well-being of our community through a variety of services and programs. Some of our services include:
- Adult Immunizations
- Children Immunizations
- Communicable Disease Education
- Community Health Fair Participation
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates
- ** Duplicate Shot Records - Printable or Online**
- HIV/STD Counseling and Testing
- Homebound Hoosier Vaccination Project
Find information about this program that provides vaccinations to homebound Hoosiers. - Injury Prevention
- Lead Poisoning and Healthy Homes
- School Health Liaison Program
- Travel Immunizations
- Laboratory Testing Program
**Please note- Only the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian can obtain shot records for children. Patient must have received vaccines from the Porter County Health Department in order for us to provide shot records. Identification is required of person making the request. A copy of driver’s license or state ID needs to be included with all requests.**
Presentations on a variety of topics can be scheduled for any school, workplace, church, organization, club, or group in Porter County upon request.