Family Planning Waiver – Medicaid Program
Are you between the ages of 14 and 55, and recently lost your regular (not for pregnancy) Medicaid?
Did you know that there is a program to help you get annual check ups and other limited services?
Did you know that the Hillsborough County Health Department is the Government agency in the county responsible for processing applications for this program?
You can apply by mail by downloading and completing the application in English, Spanish or Creole, or by visiting a health center near you.
Kelton Health Center
4704-B W. Montgomery Ave
Tampa, FL 33616
(813) 307-8055 |
Joyce Ely Health Center
205 14th Ave SE
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 307-8056 |
North Hillsborough Health Ctr
9827 N. Sheldon Road
Tampa, FL 33635
(813) 307-8053 |
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Plant City Health Center
302 N. Michigan Ave
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 307-8057 |
Sulphur Springs Health Center
8605 N. Mitchell Ave
Tampa, FL 33604
(8130 307-8054 |
University Area Health Center
13601 N. 22nd Street
Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 307-8058 |
EPA: Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rules
If you’re working on homes, schools or day care centers built pre-1978, you now must be EPA Lead-Safe Certified.
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Text4baby: Mobile MCH Messaging
An exciting new mobile information service called text4baby has been developed in partnership with national mobile phone companies and the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies. The Florida Department of Health’s Infant, Maternal and Reproductive Health Unit has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the National Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition (HMHB) to support the launch of text4baby, a free mobile information service that provides pregnant women and new moms with information to help them care for their health and give their babies the best possible start in life.
Women who sign up for the service by texting BABY to 511411(or BEBE for Spanish) will receive free text messages each week, timed to their due date or baby’s date of birth. The messages focus on a variety of topics critical to maternal and child health, including birth defects prevention, immunization, nutrition, seasonal flu, mental health, oral health and safe sleep. Text4baby messages also connect women to prenatal and infant care services and other resources.
WHAT IS PUBLIC HEALTH?
You might think we’re one of the healthiest nations, but we’re not. Compared to other developed nations, we’re lagging far behind. The thing is: It doesn’t have to be this way. We can make this the healthiest nation in one generation. Committing to a healthier America is something we all can do.
Support public health – from the local clinic to the neighborhood park. A healthier America won’t be possible without the support of your communities.
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Hurricane Season
Do you require entry into
a special needs shelter?
There are eligibility criteria for admittance
to Special Needs Shelters and for evacuation assistance.
Hillsborough County residents who feel that they qualify for this
program should obtain a
Special Needs Evaluation Form
English
Version
Spanish
Version
You may also contact the Hillsborough County Health Department (813) 307-8063.
The Florida Discount Drug Card
The Florida Discount Drug Card is designed to lower the cost of prescriptions for Florida residents. See if you qualify:
www.floridadiscountdrugcard.com
FOR THE FAMILY, INC.
www.StrongerCommunity.com
For The Family encourages people to honor the Golden Rule by being their brother’s keeper. Our web site enables you to confidentially help adults and families deal with challenges that could happen to anybody. Whether it’s the parent of a 1st time juvenile offender, a new or expectant mother, or a hurricane evacuee you’ve met in advance…we make it safe and easy to make a positive difference. Thanks for checking us out, and for letting other caring people know.
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How
Should I Dispose of Used Needles and Syringes?
The Bay Area Sharps Disposal Program
was designed as a community service to assist the residents of Hillsborough
County with a safe and environmentally sound method for disposing
of used needles or "sharps".
The improper disposal of sharps threatens
the safety of every member of the community, as they may be contaminated
with hepatitis, HIV, and/or other serious diseases.
For more information, grab our brochure.
