Mission Statement

Promoting and protecting the health of Iowans. It is the philosophy of Washington County Public Health & Home Care that all persons of the county shall be eligible for the services available through the agency regardless of age, sex, religion, race, creed, socioeconomic status or place of residence within the county boundaries. Not only will skilled nursing, health supervision, and home-health aide service be offered, but community clinics and screenings will be available at specific times. Health education and teaching are important goals for the agency in striving for a healthier environment. Provision of service shall be limited only by available staff time and funding.