Porter County Health Department

Porter County Health Department Our mission is to promote and protect the health and well-being of our community.

The Porter County Board of Health holds monthly meetings which are open to the public. If you’d like to take part in the next session, keep an eye on our page for meeting times and updates. The Porter County Health Department promotes and protects the health and well-being of our community through the following five divisions. Emergency Response & Preparedness:
The Porter County Health De

partment's Public Health Emergency Response and Preparedness Section is responsible for the county's Public Health Emergency Response and Preparedness Program

Environmental Health:
The Environmental Health Division provides a wide variety of services to the community. Our staff is dedicated to reducing the risk of contracting disease or experiencing other adverse health effects from pathogens in the environment. Food Services Division:
The Porter County Health Department Food Services Division currently performs routine inspections of over 800 establishments completing 1,800+ inspections per year. This includes, but is not limited to, restaurants, convenience stores, grocery stores, taverns, factories, schools, and bakeries. These inspections ensure food handlers are safely preparing foods as well as maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. Nursing Division:
The Nursing Division promotes and protects the health and well-being of our community through a variety of services and programs. Some of our services include:
Adult Immunizations
Children Immunizations
Communicable Disease Education
Community Health Fair Participation
HIV/STD Counseling and Testing
Injury Prevention
Lead Poisoning and Healthy Homes
Travel Immunizations
Free Pregnancy Testing Program

Vital Records:
Provides friendly, courteous and accurate service to our clients while issuing birth and death certification in full compliance with the Indiana State Department of Health.

June 27 is National HIV Testing Day — because knowing your status matters. ❤️Why get tested for HIV?✔ Many people have n...
06/18/2026

June 27 is National HIV Testing Day — because knowing your status matters. ❤️

Why get tested for HIV?
✔ Many people have no symptoms
✔ Early treatment helps people live long, healthy lives
✔ Testing helps protect you and your partners

We are offering FREE confidential HIV testing on Friday, June 26.

📞 Call (219) 465-3525 to schedule an appointment or for more information.

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, u...
06/17/2026

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member: https://go.nih.gov/Fx6cHCZ .

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member.

Correction to our previous post that we cannot perform TB testing on Wednesday, June 17 due to our office being closed o...
06/17/2026

Correction to our previous post that we cannot perform TB testing on Wednesday, June 17 due to our office being closed on June 19. Our apologies for this confusion. Testing will resume next week during normal business hours.

06/17/2026
If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, u...
06/16/2026

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member: https://go.nih.gov/Fx6cHCZ .

️Tonight on PoCo Wellness Hour!Tune in to WVLP-LP 103.1 FM  at 6:00 PM for a re-air of Episode  #7 featuring members of ...
06/15/2026

️Tonight on PoCo Wellness Hour!

Tune in to WVLP-LP 103.1 FM at 6:00 PM for a re-air of Episode #7 featuring members of the ROOT (Reducing Opioid Overdose Together) Committee.

Learn about the importance of Narcan, NaloxBoxes, overdose prevention efforts in our community, and why these lifesaving resources are so important. This informative discussion highlights how we can all play a role in preventing overdose deaths and connecting individuals to support.

A new Naloxbox was just installed at the Ace Hardware in Kouts on 06/02/26. This makes 2 boxes in this community now; Save-A-Lot and Ace Hardware. Carry Narcan & Save a Life!

📻 Can't listen tonight? Catch the replay Saturday at 9:00 AM on WVLP 103.1 FM.

TB Testing Schedule UpdatePlease note that TB testing will not be available on Wednesday, June 17, or Thursday, June 18 ...
06/15/2026

TB Testing Schedule Update

Please note that TB testing will not be available on Wednesday, June 17, or Thursday, June 18 due to our office closure in observance of Juneteenth.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Regular TB testing services will resume next week during our normal business hours.

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and volunteered at our 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair! Your support...
06/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and volunteered at our 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair! Your support helped make the day a tremendous success.

Special thanks to the Denmark College Barber and Cosmetology students for providing free haircuts and face painting, HealthLinc for providing free school sports physicals, and the Zac Mago Foundation for providing preventive heart screenings with assistance from Allied Health and Denmark College Medical Assisting students.

We couldn't have asked for a better day and are grateful to everyone who helped make this event possible. More photos and videos to come! 📸

During high winds, tree damage is expected, and loose objects can become airborne and dangerous. You are safest indoors,...
06/14/2026

During high winds, tree damage is expected, and loose objects can become airborne and dangerous. You are safest indoors, away from windows, in an interior room. Stay Weather-Ready and learn more about wind safety: weather.gov/safety/wind

Address

155 Indiana Avenue
Valparaiso, IN
46383

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12194653525

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