Cowlitz County Health & Human Services

10/23/2026

NEW ONLINE FOOD PERMIT RENEWALS ARE ALMOST HERE!
Cowlitz County Health & Human Services is launching a new online system this fall that will make it easier for food establishments to renew permits and make payments online.

If you currently have a Cowlitz County food establishment permit, create your online account TODAY to get ready for online renewals.

👉 Create your account: www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/ACAnew

📖 Need help? Visit our online help page for step-by-step instructions, screenshots, and a video walkthrough: www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/ACAhelp

Questions? Contact us at 360-414-5599 or [email protected].

10/22/2026

Did you know that your newborn's certified birth certificate is not free? Hospitals and birth centers cannot order one for you, but we can help guide you through the process. Visit www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/1051/Birth-Certificate or contact us for assistance.

10/22/2026

DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT - this Saturday 10/24/2026 from 10 am to 2 pm.
Bring expired/unused medications to one of the drop-off sites listed in the post below!

💊 CLEAN OUT YOUR MEDICINE CABINETS & HELP KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE!

Have expired, unused, or unwanted medications sitting around your home? This Saturday is the perfect opportunity to safely dispose of them while helping protect our families and prevent medication misuse in our community!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 THREE CONVENIENT DROP-OFF LOCATIONS:

🚗 Walgreens – 2939 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview

🚗 Walmart – 3715 Ocean Beach Hwy, Longview

🚗 Kalama Police Department – 1000 E NE Frontage Rd, Kalama

🔐 FREE MEDICATION LOCK BOXES & LOCK BAGS (Available at both Longview locations while supplies last)

10/20/2026

Need to reprint your current food worker card? It's free! Just log in with your email address on the official website and print your card anywhere you have internet and printer access! 🔗 www.FoodworkerCard.wa.gov

10/19/2026

Ever wondered how a local restaurant, food truck or grocery store did on its latest inspection?

You can look up food inspection reports for many Cowlitz County food establishments online. Search for a specific business or browse the map to see what’s near you.

Search by business: www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/FoodInspectionSearch
Browse the map: www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/FoodInspectionMap

For more food safety information, visit www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/1061/Food-Safety.

Questions? Email [email protected].

10/16/2026

Willow Grove Park's life jacket loaner station just got a makeover! See their post and photos below for details!

Learn more about water safety:
https://www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/3009/Lake-River-Beach-Water-Safety

Need a life jacket? Find a Life Jacket Loaner Station near you:
https://parks.wa.gov/about/rules-and-safety/boater-education-safety/life-jacket-loaner-program

10/16/2026

The Cowlitz County Veterans Relief Fund (VRF) supports local veterans and their families. Learn about how to apply for assistance: https://www.co.cowlitz.wa.us/VETS

Eligible veterans may receive support for basic needs and emergency assistance, including:
• Food
• Housing & utilities
• Medical & counseling expenses
• School supplies & tuition
• Natural disaster assistance
• Burial/death expenses