Welcome to the Erie County Health Department & Community Health Center.

As the official public health authority for Erie County, we are deeply committed to our mission to promote and improve the health and safety of the communities and environment within Erie County while preventing disease through essential public health services. Grounded in our core values of Health Access, Equity & Promotion, Compassion, Community Innovation, Respect, and Integrity, we work tirelessly to protect our region. From routine environmental testing and seasonal beach water monitoring to providing vital public records like Erie county birth certificates, our department serves as the backbone of community wellness, ensuring a safer place for everyone to live, work, and play.

We envision a thriving community where everyone has access to health services, resources, and support. To turn that vision into reality, we proudly operate the Erie County Community Health Center—a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to breaking down barriers to care. Whether you are looking for an affordable, high-quality erie county dental clinic, comprehensive primary medical care, integrated behavioral health counseling, specialized senior adult day services, or school-based health centers for your children, we are here for you. We provide top-tier, compassionate care to all residents, regardless of insurance status or financial standing.

Our health center network expands well beyond Sandusky, operating 9 convenient locations throughout Erie, Huron, and Ottawa counties to bring care directly to your neighborhood. If you are searching for an exceptional, comprehensive sliding fee scale clinic near me, our dedicated providers are ready to welcome your family. Your health cannot wait—take the first step toward wellness today and click here to schedule an appointment or call our care team to visit one of our 9 community locations.