Mission Statement

    The mission of the Lawrence County Health Department is the prevention of illness and the promotion of community health.  This mission shall be carried out through community needs assessment, education, and the provision of quality services.

    The Lawrence County Health Department is committed to fulfilling our mission by working cooperatively with other community agencies to complement their services but not to duplicate them.

    It will strive to maintain the optimal mental and physical health of our citizens in the most cost-effective manner possible.

 

Values Statement

    The Lawrence County Health Department believes in the value of each human being.  We believe that each person deserves to be treated with respect, compassion, and dignity.  We believe in commitment to our mission and that it can be achieved with teamwork, education, communication, and a collaborative relationship with our community.

 

Vision Statement

    The vision of the Lawrence County Health Department is to identify community health needs through a needs assessment and seek opportunities to address these needs by developing collaborative partnerships with the community and other health care providers.  These efforts will assure access to services.  We also intend to improve and protect the quality of life in our community through education, provision of services, regulatory authority, and public policy.