Office of Public Health
Public Health Navigators connect residents with a variety of community resources. Contact us to get the help you need today.
Office of Public Health
Mission Statement
The Office of Public Health will be prepared, create partnerships, nurture trust, share information, facilitate communication, and build relationships toward public health.
Vision Statement
An environment where everyone who lives, works, studies, travels, and plays within the City of Flint, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, income, sexual orientation, religion, ability, country of origin, or language spoken, can thrive.
Core Values
- Honesty
- Justice
- Community
Non-Discrimination Policy
The City of Flint does not discriminate in its programs and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.
Shebra Ward (she/her)
Public Health ManagerCell Phone
(810) 908-9243
Office Phone
(810) 766-7346 EXT. 2008
Email
Things We Do
You can contact us at (810) 410-2020 if you need:
- Help finding resources for yourself or someone else
- To connect with likeminded people trying to improve the City of Flint
- A water filtration system or refills
- Questions or education about the quality of your water or a testing kit
- Public health concerns within the City of Flint
- Resources to help with water or other utility payment assistance
- Information about partnering on a project or for an event
- Assistance signing up for the Flint Registry
- Support with getting your lead service line replaced
- Information about the Water System Advisory Council and meeting times
- Help with efforts to increase social cohesion and civic engagement
Contact the Office of Public Health
Shebra Ward (she/her)
Public Health ManagerCell Phone
(810) 908-9243
Office Phone
(810) 766-7346 EXT. 2008
Email
Juanita "Connie" Stellar (She/Her)
Bilingual Public Health Front DeskMain Phone
810-410-2020
Alayah Berry (She/Her)
Sr. Principal Clerk, Office of Public HealthCell Phone
(810) 382-5112
Office Phone
(810) 766-7346 EXT. 2607
Email
Laura Erwin-Hall (She/Her)
Public Health Navigator & Communication SpecialistCell Phone
810-880-3381
Office Phone
810-766-7346 EXT. 2061
Rehaad Hunter (He/Him)
Public Health NavigatorTonya Brown (She/Her)
Public Health Navigator
How can we help you?
Please take our survey to tell us how we can help you. Please share as much information as you feel comfortable. By gathering information from the people who come to us, we can better serve the entire community. Everything you share is confidential. We will only share your information for the purpose of making a referral and only with your permission.
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Call 211
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help of all kinds, right in your community. Need help with food, housing, or paying bills? Need support in a family crisis or community disaster?
Water Service Line Replacement Application
The City of Flint Water Service Line Replacement project is nearing completion. Please sign up to have your water service lines checked and replaced. Residents must submit consent forms and schedule service to have their lines replaced. This service is FREE for all Flint residents. Sign up today to Get the Lead Out!
Two Bottle Test Kit Results
Results for two bottle water test kits. If you would like to receive a two bottle test kit, please call 810-410-2020.
Water System Advisory Council
The current meeting scheduled for January 31, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Flint Public Library was postponed. This will be updated when new date is set. Click the button and scroll to Water System Advisory Council at the bottom of the list to see current notices and meeting minutes.
Water Residential Assistance Program
The Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP) is a two year program that provides funding to eligible low-income homeowners to assist with water bills, water conservation, and self-sufficiency initiatives.
Water Plant Tours
If you are interested in taking a tour of the Flint Water Plant, please contact Public Health Manager Faith Groesbeck at [email protected].
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program
Residents can have lead-based paint hazards remediated from their homes at NO COST through a special grant program facilitated by the City of Flint and funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Latest News
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