Mission & History

Mission

To promote health and wellness with compassion and integrity through partnerships, education, protection, and advocacy for all who reside in and visit St. Joseph County.
Vision

Optimal health for a thriving St. Joseph County
Profile

In 1962, the Health Departments of South Bend, Mishawaka, and St. Joseph County merged to form one Health Department under the title “St. Joseph County Health Department”. Today the department consists of approximately 60 employees.

Meet the St. Joseph County Department of Health staff and learn more about their usual work day through the videos below.

St. Joseph County Department of Health