The Health Education Department's mission is to increase awareness of health concerns and to promote healthy life styles and behaviors in Cumberland County Residents.

This is accomplished though assessment of individual and community health needs.

• Based on this information we then plan, implement, and evaluate health education programs.

• All of our programs are designed to meet the needs of different age groups.

  • Adaptable to specific needs of your group or community.

  • Interactive, some are in game formats, audience participation is encouraged, may include demonstrations.

  • All programs are free of charge.

• We also collaborate with local community leaders and other agencies in planning, implementation, and maintenance of health education services and programs.

• We assist individuals and groups to develop good personal health practices.

• We create public awareness campaigns based on community health needs and concerns.

• We identify community health education needs, interests and practices.

• We develop risk communication plans to manage community concerns and convey appropriate and timely information.