Health Services

• School
• Sports
• Well Child
• Adult or Pre-employment

Routine, non-acute, school, sports and well-child examinations are provided, by appointment, to children through the age of 18.

Adult physicals or pre-employment physical examinations are provided, by appointment, to persons 19 and older.
Drug Testing may also be offered at the election of the client or as part of the pre-employment physical.

Employers may also require a pre-employment TB Test, a service that is offered on a walk-in basis during clinic hours, no appointment needed. However, this service may be part of your physical exam visit. Persons receiving the tuberculin skin test must return within 48 to 72 hours to have a trained health care worker read the test. TB tests are NOT administered on Thursdays since the Department is not open on the weekend to read the test.

For more information, or to make an appointment, call 217-535-3102.

Breast Feeding & Peer Support

New mothers often need guidance and support as they begin the process of breastfeeding their infants. Peer counselors are available to WIC clients to provide support in the home and over the phone.

For more information, or to make an appointment, call 217-535-3102.

Ever wonder if your baby is meeting all their milestones for their age?

Early intervention is a program to help infants and toddlers reach their developmental milestones.

We Offer:

• Free evaluations to all children referred that are less than 3 years of age
• Developmental, Physical, Occupational, Nutrition, Behavioral, Audiological and Speech therapy evaluations available
• Family Support
• Assistive Technology services
• Services are provided in the home, daycare, community settings
• To make a referral call, Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at 217-535-3102 or toll free 1-888-217-3505
• We cover Sangamon, Mason, Menard, and Logan counties.

Early CHOICES: An Inclusion Initiative of the Illinois State Board of Education

The Early CHOICES inclusion initiative promotes high quality inclusive early care and education for each and every child birth to age 5. The goal is to have kids with and without disabilities learning together in the same classroom. Visit their website for more information and for training modules that are available for use by families and educators. https://www.eclre.org/

Early Intervention Referral Form

Every pregnant or parenting mother who is Medicaid or low-income is assigned a resource nurse. The resource nurse provides information on social and educational services and makes referrals as needed. Home visits are made to provide education on pregnancy and parenting.

For more information, or to make an appointment, call 217-535-3102.

Healthy Families is a free home visiting program for eligible first and second time parents in Sangamon and Menard County. Healthy Families helps strengthen families by giving parents the tools and resources to create healthy, nurturing environments for their children.

Home visitors are:

• non-judgmental
• supportive in helping with the challenges of raising a child
• provide encouragement
• help you learn about prenatal care, child development and parenting
• conduct developmental screenings so that you know exactly where your child is developmentally
• share ways to play with your baby that stimulates brain growth
• provide activities that are appropriate for your child’s age
• connect you with community resources

All services are voluntary and help new and expectant parents develop the skills and confidence to raise healthy children.

For more information, please call 217-535-3102

WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children who meet residency, nutrition and income requirements. The program provides healthy foods, advice and referrals to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women so that they can stay strong and help their children. Infants receive benefits during their first year while children receive benefits up to age five.

Our clinic offers both walk-in and advance scheduling.

Advance appointments are available:
Monday from 4:30 pm to 6:00 p.m.

Walk-in appointments are available:
Monday through Friday from
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

*Note: We are closed the second Wednesday of every month 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. for training. We are open for appointments from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Call 217-535-3102 to schedule an appointment or come in for a walk-in. Not sure what to bring? Call ahead.

We welcome in-person WIC visits in Menard County. The clinic will be open on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. To schedule an appointment call 217-535-3102.

WIC Income Guidelines 7/1/2023-6/30/2024

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: https://www.usda.gov/oascr/how-to-file-a-program-discrimination-complaint , and at any USDA office, or write letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov . This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Free mammograms, pap tests, and breast examinations are provided for uninsured/underinsured women between the ages of 21 and 64 who live in Illinois. Younger women with symptoms may be eligible.

The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) is now accepting women with health insurance that covers breast and cervical screenings, but it will not cover diagnostic services unless a deductible is met. IBCCP may be able to pay “up to” the unmet deductible.

For more information, please call: 217-535-3102 ext. 3756, 3764 or 3755.

Reporting Requirements for Health Professionals and Mandated Reporters

According to the Illinois Administrative Code, health professionals and other mandated reporters are required to report information on communicable diseases to the local health authority (local health department) per the Illinois guidelines contained in the link below. Also included is a list of mandated reporters.

Reporting Requirements for Public Citizens

Any person having knowledge of a known or suspected communicable disease is required to report to the local health authority (local health department). The following link contains a brief list of reportable diseases.

Reports of communicable diseases may be submitted to the Sangamon County Department of Public Health, Infectious Diseases Section, by phone or fax.

Phone: 217-535-3101
Fax: 217-391-2657

Free Medication Disposal Drop Off

For unwanted or expired medications, simply bring your items to the Sangamon County Health Department during regular business hours. You can also contact your local pharmacy or law enforcement office for additional locations.

Items accepted:

• Prescription Medications
• Over the Counter Medications
• Liquid medication bottles – less than 4 ounces in a zip locked bag

Items NOT accepted:

• Illegal Drugs
• Medical Devices and Batteries
• Aerosol Cans or Inhalers
• Chemicals
• Mercury-Containing Devices

Needles and Sharps Disposal

Discarding Needles & Sharps safely will protect your family, friends, neighbors, and sanitation workers from accidental needle sticks. Sangamon County Health Department provides collection & disposal for the following costs:

• One-time drop off is $15
• Unlimited drop off (sharps containers provided!) is $30 for 12 months.

Find more information regarding the safe disposal of needles & sharps at the U.S. Food & Drug Administration

For questions call: 217-535-3102