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Emergency Preparedness 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item City-County Health District works with the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS), public safety agencies, and other community groups to plan and prepare for disasters or emergency situations. This is in conjunction with local all hazards emergency planning, preparedness, and response. City-County Health District is part of an eight-county region established by NDHHS for emergency preparedness and response planning. Counties included in our region are: Barnes , Dickey , Foster , LaMoure , Logan , McIntosh , Stutsman , and Wells. An emergency preparedness/response coordinator and a public information officer serve the eight counties within the Southeast Central Region. Their work is funded in part by federal grants and is focused on public health emergencies. This is done through public education and planning which involves partnerships for enhanced regional response plans and capabilities. For more information, contact Central Valley Health District – Emergency Preparedness. Emergency Notifications Barnes County offer services to inform residents of emergency situations or critical community alerts. Alerts are issued for a variety of situations, including natural disasters, terrorism threats, gas leaks, water contamination, chemical spills, missing child alerts, severe weather such as tornadoes and flash flooding, and for general community notifications. Signup for Barnes County alerts .

Environmental Health 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item City-County Health District contracts with Central Valley Health District (CVHD) for all environmental health services. The mission of the Environmental Health Division is to protect human health and the environment through prevention of disease, injury, and illness by the promotion of scientific evidence-based practices and education. Central Valley Health District provides environmental health services and education in Southeast Central North Dakota for: Barnes , Dickey , Foster , LaMoure , Logan , McIntosh , Stutsman , and Wells . Please visit the Central Valley Health website for more information on environmental health services . Barnes County Septic Permits: Permits are available at City-County Health District 415 2nd Avenue NE, Ste. 101 Valley City, ND. Visit the front desk to purchase or call 7 01.845.8518 for more information. Who Can Purchase Permits: Licensed Septic Installers may purchase permits. Please visit the Central Valley Health website for a list of licensed septic installers . Property-owners may purchase a permit and install a system on their property. For self-installation, owners must contact Central Valley Health at 701.252.8130 before they can be issued a permit. Property-owners may purchase a permit for a licensed contractor to install a system on their property (contractor must be listed on permit prior to issue). Permit Costs: $150 system installation/repair $125 holding tank/septic tank replacement Food Safety Recalls:

Baby Safe Haven Maternal Child Health 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item What is Baby Safe Haven? City-County Health District is an approved location for Baby Safe Haven. North Dakota’s Baby Safe Haven Law allows a parent or parent’s agent (another person with a parent’s consent), who feels they are unable to take care of their baby, to anonymously surrender the baby without being charged for abandonment. Baby Safe Haven Law protects parents who meet all 4 criteria: The baby is unharmed. The baby is under one year of age. The baby is left at an approved location. The baby is given to an on-duty staff member. Where are Baby Safe Haven Locations? A hospital where the baby was born Hospital/Emergency Rooms Local Public Health Units/Offices City-County Health District is an approved location. Human Service Zone Offices Law Enforcement Centers Regional Human Service Centers Long Term Care Nursing Facilities Children's Advocacy Centers 911 EMS Responders Location Closed? Please call 9-1-1. Baby Safe Haven Resources: Baby Safe Haven Brochure North Dakota Health and Human Services - Safe Haven

Car Seats Maternal Child Health 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item City-County Health District can help with car seats! We offer: Car seat checkup events Car seat installation by appointment Free car seats for families who qualify What to Expect: Our trained and certified child passenger safety technician will show you how to correctly use your child’s car seat or seat belt. Did you know? Five of six car seats are used incorrectly in North Dakota. During the checkup, we make sure your car seat: Has not been recalled. Meets federal safety standards. Is installed correctly Fits your child’s age, weight and height. Secures your child properly. Car seats for those who qualify. Your family may qualify for a free car seat if you are enrolled in programs like WIC, TANF, or Medicaid. We follow guidelines from the ND Department of Health and the ND Department of Transportation. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 845-8518. Resources Child passenger safety best practices ND child passenger safety laws

WIC Maternal Child Health Available by appointment. Call to schedule. 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Not sure if you are eligible? The WIC PreScreening Tool can help you determine if you may be eligible. About The WIC Program aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care. Clients receive an individualized food package and nutrition education. Families must meet income guidelines and be screened for a nutritional risk. Appointments are necessary, please call (701) 845-8518 . Eligibility You must be a: pregnant woman ; breastfeeding woman (up to one year after giving birth) new mother (up to six months after giving birth) parent, guardian or caretaker who has an infant or child younger than 5 years of age AND You must have a nutritional health risk . The WIC Staff will be able to find a risk by checking your height, weight and iron level and having you answer some health and diet questions. AND Your annual household income must be within WIC Income Eligibility Guidelines which are based on gross income unless you are self-employed. Note: You may have a job and still meet these guidelines. OR If you receive Medical Assistance (Medicaid), TANF, SNAP, or Healthy Steps , you are income eligible for WIC even if your income is above these guidelines. [Note: If you are pregnant, you can add one more person to the size of your household.] Did you know WIC offers the following? 1. Healthy Food + Nutrition Tips WIC helps you feed your family healthy meals by providing: Monthly food benefits on an eWIC card to use at your local grocery store Recipes and ideas on how to use the WIC foods Tips for picky eating 2. A Community of Support WIC offers a network of experts for information and guidance: Nutritionists provide personalized nutrition counseling Breastfeeding specialists to help you breastfeed successfully Individual assessment of growth and health 3. Referrals WIC offers information about other helpful services including: Health care professionals such as doctors, dentists, and lactation consultants Immunization services Local social service programs including Medical Assistance, SNAP, and housing assistance. Resources WIC Food List WIC Program

Women's Way Women's Health To enroll, call 701.252.8130 and ask for Tonya. 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item City-County Health District contracts with Central Valley Health District (CVHD) for Women's Way services. Women’s Way is a program that pays for breast and cervical screening services for women who meet certain age and income qualifications. Women can have insurance, but that insurance may not cover preventive screening services or they may have a high deductible. The program serves Barnes, Foster, LaMoure, Logan, McIntosh and Stutsman counties. Eligibility Requirements: Is a resident of North Dakota. Is age 40 through 64. Meets income guidelines. Has insurance that doesn’t cover Pap tests and/or mammograms or can’t afford to pay her deductible or co-payments or doesn’t have insurance. Is not enrolled in or eligible for Medicaid or Medicare Part B. Is 65 or older and is not eligible for Medicare or cannot afford Medicare Part B. Is age 21 through 39, has breast symptoms (lump) or is due for a Pap test or needs breast or cervical diagnostic procedures. To enroll, call 1.800.44.WOMEN or 701.252.8130 and ask for Tonya. The process is easy and can be done over the phone.

Health Tracks Maternal Child Health Call to schedule an appointment. 701.845.8518 Previous Item Next Item Health Tracks is a program through North Dakota Medicaid that focuses on prevention, early detection and treatment for children and young adults under 21. Preventive care is as important for your child's health. All children and teens need regular check-ups. Getting regular well-child check-ups helps children and teens stay healthy by: Finding health concerns before they become serious. Preventing illness by making sure children get the health care What services are provided? Health Tracks may cover : Physical exams Hearing and vision checks Glasses and hearing aids Vaccines (shots) and labs Dental care, braces, flouride varnish Health education Behavioral health screenings Growth and development checks Nutrition counseling Other health services The Health Tracks coordinator at City-County Health District will help schedule appointments for services. Some services require prior approval, so check with your coordinator about these requirements. When should my child have a Health Tracks screening? Children should get screenings at regular times, even when they are feeling well. Babies grow fast and need a lot of screenings: Newborn 2-5 days old 1 month 2 months 4 months 6 months 9 months 12 months Toddlers need exams at: 15 months 18 months 24 months 30 months After 30 months , children need exams at 3, 4, 5, 6 and then annually up to age 21. Additional screenings are also covered upon a child's needs. Appointments To schedule a Health Tracks appointment at City-County Health District, call 845-8518. Resources: Apply for North Dakota Medicaid Bright Futures NDHHS Health Tracks Parents Lead

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Stronger Together - Your Guide to Local Healthcare & Community Support Barnes County Health & Wellness Resources Barnes County 911 Dispatch Center Emergency Services Resource Information Emergency and non-emergency services for Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, and after hours answering services for other governmental departments Is a Referral Required? No Contact Office Phone: 701.845.8181 Fax: 701.845.8189 Crisis Line: 9-1-1 https://www.barnescounty.us/dept/911/ Previous Item Next Item

Stronger Together - Your Guide to Local Healthcare & Community Support Barnes County Health & Wellness Resources Cental Avenue Chiropractic Medical - Chiropractic Resource Information Acupuncture, Computerized Electro Dermal Screening (CEDS), Cygnus Aqua Cleanse, Dr. digital x-ray services, DOT Physicals, FAA Basic Med Physicals & Lymphatic Decongestive Therapy Is a Referral Required? No Eligibility: Treat newborns to 99+ years Contact Office Phone: 701.845.0709 Fax: 701.845.5988 www.CAC323.com Previous Item Next Item

Stronger Together - Your Guide to Local Healthcare & Community Support Barnes County Health & Wellness Resources 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Crisis Line Resource Information 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. People can contact 988 for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. Text, call, or chat 988. Access for Deaf/HoH and Spanish speakers. Is a Referral Required? No Contact Crisis Line: Call 988; Text 988; Chat 988lifeline.org 988lifeline.org Previous Item Next Item

Stronger Together - Your Guide to Local Healthcare & Community Support Barnes County Health & Wellness Resources The Trevor Project Crisis Line Resource Information suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round. Is a Referral Required? No Contact Crisis Line: 1.866.488.7386; Text 'START' to 678-678; Chat at thetrevorproject.org/get-help https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Previous Item Next Item