Rooted in community need
County Health Services was shaped by the needs of rural communities where residents deserve dependable care, prevention, education, and public health response without having to navigate everything alone.
WHERE WE COME FROM
A public health story built around access.
This is our history from a small nurse in the home program to a multicounty public health collaboration.
Expanding practical support
Over time, the organization has grown beyond traditional public health work to include clinical care, immunizations, family support, home health coordination, environmental health, and community preparedness.
Working across county lines
Today, the team serves Guthrie, Audubon, Adair, and environmental health partners in Cass County, with staff coordinating across offices, schools, hospitals, emergency management, and local organizations.
Early public health roots
Local public health services focused on prevention, disease control, home-based support, maternal and child health, and keeping essential services close to residents.
Regional partnerships
County partnerships strengthened access to shared expertise, public health planning, emergency response, environmental health support, and grant-funded programs.
County Health Services today
The current organization brings clinic care, prevention, family support, infectious disease guidance, preparedness, and community health improvement into one easier starting point.
Looking ahead
The next chapter is about keeping services local, making information easier to update, supporting staff, and helping residents find the right person faster.
