School Health

The Center is pleased to operate School Health Centers in Jackson County providing care to the students of Jackson County.

• Northeast Health Center
• Teen Health Center at Parkside
• Jackson High Health Center

These Centers offer a wide range of health services:

• Immunizations
  
• Physicals/Well Checks
  
• Sick Visits
  
• Risk Assessment
  
• Health Education
  
• Counseling Services
  
• Crisis Intervention
  
• Medicaid Outreach & Enrollment
  
• Dental Services - Northeast Health Center Only
  • Cleanings
  • Exams
  • Fluoride Treatments

Who is eligible for SBHC services?

All Jackson County residents up to the age of 21 years old are eligible for these services.

• The Northeast Health Center provides medical care and dental care from newborns to youth, up to 21 years old.


• The Teen Center at Parkside and The Jackson High Health Center both provide medical care for adolescents between the ages of 11 and 21 years old.
  

Why would a family choose to use a School-based Health Center?

• Prevention- A SBHC treats minor illnesses early and prevents them from becoming major health issues.
  
  
• Access to Care- Children have access to a doctor without parents losing wages to take their children to see a doctor.
  
  
• Cost Effective- Children with access to a SBHC are more likely to recieve preventive screening and treatment and are less likely to use emergency rooms for basic health needs.
  
  
• Serving the Uninsured- Many families in the Jackson area do not have health insurance or can not afford to pay high copays and deductibles.