Notice of Virtual Meeting CANCELLED

Jackson County Anti-Discrimination Ad-Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for January 27, 2021 has been CANCELLED.

Covid Vaccine Interest Survey

Phase and Priority groups are determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.  Some of the factors that influence the phase and priority group someone may fall in include:

• Involvement or interact...

COVID Vaccine

The latest information regarding priority groups, current vaccination timelines and status in Jackson County and links to frequently asked questions regarding the COVID vaccine as well as links to Michigan and CDC vaccine sites

Apply For a Committee

Jackson County invites our community to apply for appointment to Boards and Committees that serve our county.

MI COVID Alert App

MI COVID ALERT
Protect yourself and your community by stopping the spread of COVID-19. Download the app and get notifications if you may have been exposed to the virus.

November 3, 2020 General Election

All eligible voters were encouraged to cast their ballots on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.   

 Official election results have been published to the websiteNOTICE: Election results are posted to the County website after they are rece...

School Toolkit and Resources

The School Toolkit has been updated to clarify the following items: updates and links regarding students returning to physical activity and sports and what types of situations may constitute a close contact with additional links.  We als...

Facemasks

Information that is available to help the public understand the use of facemask when going out in public to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19

• MDHHS Gathering Prohibition and Face Covering Order
• Facemasks information (how to make them) video
• Use of Clot...

Shopping / Errands / Groceries / Donating

Information to help people when they are running errands, shopping and handling groceries, and donating items. 

• Cleaning Reusable Bags (PDF)
• MDHHS - Face Coverings Guidance for Non-Healthcare Workers
• CDC - Use of Facemasks to help slow the spread an...

Testing and Treatment

Factsheets and Resources to help people understand testing and treatment options after testing.  Also information is available for anyone who is exposed to someone with COVID-19.

*The Henry Ford Allegiance Health testing location will be closed Fr...

Press Releases

Jackson County continues our consistent communication to keep the public up to date on our response to the COVID-19 virus.

Restaurants & Food Establishments

Information for restaurants and food establishments from local, state and national resources including the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association

CDC Considerations for Restaurants and Bars

CDC Communication Resources for Restaurants and Bars

CDC Deal...

Coping Mentally with COVID-19 Stress

Family Well Being Guide (PDF)

STAY HOME, STAY MINDFUL Headspace webpage recommended to reduce stress.

Supporting Emotional Health of the Behavioral Health Workforce During COVID-19 (PDF)

The Institution for Innovation and Implementation, out of The Universit...

Prisons / Correctional Facilities

Resources and Materials to help Correctional and Detention facilities  on how to plan, prepare and respond to coronavirus disease 2019

• MDOC: https://www.michigan.gov/corrections/0,4551,7-119-9741_12798-521973--,00.html
• MDOC: COVID 2020 Res...

Business Toolkit

(Restaurant listed separately) Michigan Chamber of Commerce toolkit for resources and links for all employers to monitor COVID-19 in their worksites and implement strategies to protect their workforce while ensuring continuity of operations.

• Download and u...

College / University

Guidance and Resources for Institutes of Higher Education including resources for administrations, FAQs, Checklists, Cleaning and Disinfecting Recommendations and Student Travel Guidance

• CDC Colleges and Universities Guidance
• Cleaning and Disinfecting your ...

Faith Based

Guidance for Community and Faith Based Leaders including checklists and cleaning / disinfecting recommendations

CDC Information for Faith Communities

CDC Information on Safe Events and Gatherings

CDC Information on Health Equity and Fair  Access to ...

Family

Resources to protect your family including children and animals.  How to protect yourself and prepare your home.

• Positive or Exposed - When Can I Be Around Others Again?
• CDC - Daily Activities and Going Out
• CDC - Caring for Children at Home
• CDC - Mul...

First Responders

Resources for Emergency Medical Services and Law Enforcement Personnel

Supporting First Responders during COVID-19 (MDHHS)

CDC - FIrst Responders, Law Enforcement & Public Services - Plan, Prepare and Respond

Read on...

Health Care Professionals

Resources for Health Care Professionals including clinical guidance, PPE’s, infection control, FAQs, PUI’s and  home care,

CDC Clinical Care Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals

CDC Information for Healthcare Professionals about Coronavirus

CDC G...

Schools / Childcares

Guidance for schools and childcare centers before and during an outbreak, including checklists for teachers and parents and recommendations on talking with children about coronavirus.

• JCHD Return to School Toolkit (updated 1 26 2021) PDF
• CDC Childcare, Scho...

Travel

Information for Travelers, including returning from high risk countries, cruise ships and travel in the United States.

What Transit Maintenance Workers need to Know?

Read on...

Higher Risk Populations

• CDC Resources for Higher RIsk Populations including older adults, those with HIV, and Asthma.
• CDC -Guidance for Retirement Communities and Independent Living
• CDC Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Retirement Communities and Independent Living Facilities (...

Pregnant Women

Resources for pregnant women during and after delivery, breastfeeding women, and infants.

CDC - Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

CDC - How to Keep your Breast Pump Clean

CDC - How to Clean, Sanitize and Store Infant Feeding items

Safe preparation, storage and hand...

Jackson's Bark & Brew

POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 22, 2021

Yes, we have postponed this event, but everything associated with it will remain the same. The only thing changing is the date.

Proceeds will create a community spay/neuter program and support emergency services for JCAS animals...

Fear Free Shelter Certified

Our goal is provide daily care, find homes for the homeless and reunite lost pets in Jackson County with their families, we are committed to making this time of transition for pets as comfortable as possible.

Reducing fear, anxiety, stress and frustration ...

Monthly Volunteer Newsletter

See highlights from last month and find out what is coming up and new for JCAS.

Website Personalization Available!

By clicking “Sign In” on the bar at the top of the screen, visitors may create a login for the site or use their Yahoo profile to access MyDashboard.

Once logged in, visitors can choose the modules, features and keywords that they’d like to see most often,...

Social Media

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jackson-County-Health-Department

Twitter: https://twitter.com/@Jacksoncohealth

Comunity Notifications

CodeRED® is an enhancement to existing means of communication and is meant to supplement current or past systems used for mass notification for public safety.

Interested in receiving a notification,  Register for CodeRED®

Monthly Volunteer Newsletter

See highlights from last month and find out what is coming up and new for JCAS.

Fear Free Shelter Certified

Our goal is provide daily care, find homes for the homeless and reunite lost pets in Jackson County with their families, we are committed to making this time of transition for pets as comfortable as possible.

Reducing fear, anxiety, stress and frustration ...

Jackson's Bark & Brew

POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 22, 2021

Yes, we have postponed this event, but everything associated with it will remain the same. The only thing changing is the date.

Proceeds will create a community spay/neuter program and support emergency services for JCAS animals...

November 3, 2020 General Election

All eligible voters were encouraged to cast their ballots on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.   

 Official election results have been published to the websiteNOTICE: Election results are posted to the County website after they are rece...

Covid Vaccine Interest Survey

Phase and Priority groups are determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.  Some of the factors that influence the phase and priority group someone may fall in include:

• Involvement or interact...

COVID Vaccine

The latest information regarding priority groups, current vaccination timelines and status in Jackson County and links to frequently asked questions regarding the COVID vaccine as well as links to Michigan and CDC vaccine sites

MI COVID Alert App

MI COVID ALERT
Protect yourself and your community by stopping the spread of COVID-19. Download the app and get notifications if you may have been exposed to the virus.

Press Releases

Jackson County continues our consistent communication to keep the public up to date on our response to the COVID-19 virus.

School Toolkit and Resources

The School Toolkit has been updated to clarify the following items: updates and links regarding students returning to physical activity and sports and what types of situations may constitute a close contact with additional links.  We als...

Apply For a Committee

Jackson County invites our community to apply for appointment to Boards and Committees that serve our county.

Facemasks

Information that is available to help the public understand the use of facemask when going out in public to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19

• MDHHS Gathering Prohibition and Face Covering Order
• Facemasks information (how to make them) video
• Use of Clot...

Family

Resources to protect your family including children and animals.  How to protect yourself and prepare your home.

• Positive or Exposed - When Can I Be Around Others Again?
• CDC - Daily Activities and Going Out
• CDC - Caring for Children at Home
• CDC - Mul...

Pregnant Women

Resources for pregnant women during and after delivery, breastfeeding women, and infants.

CDC - Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

CDC - How to Keep your Breast Pump Clean

CDC - How to Clean, Sanitize and Store Infant Feeding items

Safe preparation, storage and hand...

Coping Mentally with COVID-19 Stress

Family Well Being Guide (PDF)

STAY HOME, STAY MINDFUL Headspace webpage recommended to reduce stress.

Supporting Emotional Health of the Behavioral Health Workforce During COVID-19 (PDF)

The Institution for Innovation and Implementation, out of The Universit...

Business Toolkit

(Restaurant listed separately) Michigan Chamber of Commerce toolkit for resources and links for all employers to monitor COVID-19 in their worksites and implement strategies to protect their workforce while ensuring continuity of operations.

• Download and u...

Testing and Treatment

Factsheets and Resources to help people understand testing and treatment options after testing.  Also information is available for anyone who is exposed to someone with COVID-19.

*The Henry Ford Allegiance Health testing location will be closed Fr...

First Responders

Resources for Emergency Medical Services and Law Enforcement Personnel

Supporting First Responders during COVID-19 (MDHHS)

CDC - FIrst Responders, Law Enforcement & Public Services - Plan, Prepare and Respond

Read on...

Shopping / Errands / Groceries / Donating

Information to help people when they are running errands, shopping and handling groceries, and donating items. 

• Cleaning Reusable Bags (PDF)
• MDHHS - Face Coverings Guidance for Non-Healthcare Workers
• CDC - Use of Facemasks to help slow the spread an...

Health Care Professionals

Resources for Health Care Professionals including clinical guidance, PPE’s, infection control, FAQs, PUI’s and  home care,

CDC Clinical Care Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals

CDC Information for Healthcare Professionals about Coronavirus

CDC G...

Restaurants & Food Establishments

Information for restaurants and food establishments from local, state and national resources including the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association

CDC Considerations for Restaurants and Bars

CDC Communication Resources for Restaurants and Bars

CDC Deal...

Prisons / Correctional Facilities

Resources and Materials to help Correctional and Detention facilities  on how to plan, prepare and respond to coronavirus disease 2019

• MDOC: https://www.michigan.gov/corrections/0,4551,7-119-9741_12798-521973--,00.html
• MDOC: COVID 2020 Res...

Schools / Childcares

Guidance for schools and childcare centers before and during an outbreak, including checklists for teachers and parents and recommendations on talking with children about coronavirus.

• JCHD Return to School Toolkit (updated 1 26 2021) PDF
• CDC Childcare, Scho...

Faith Based

Guidance for Community and Faith Based Leaders including checklists and cleaning / disinfecting recommendations

CDC Information for Faith Communities

CDC Information on Safe Events and Gatherings

CDC Information on Health Equity and Fair  Access to ...

College / University

Guidance and Resources for Institutes of Higher Education including resources for administrations, FAQs, Checklists, Cleaning and Disinfecting Recommendations and Student Travel Guidance

• CDC Colleges and Universities Guidance
• Cleaning and Disinfecting your ...

Travel

Information for Travelers, including returning from high risk countries, cruise ships and travel in the United States.

What Transit Maintenance Workers need to Know?

Read on...

Social Media

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jackson-County-Health-Department

Twitter: https://twitter.com/@Jacksoncohealth

Website Personalization Available!

By clicking “Sign In” on the bar at the top of the screen, visitors may create a login for the site or use their Yahoo profile to access MyDashboard.

Once logged in, visitors can choose the modules, features and keywords that they’d like to see most often,...