Community Services and Programs

Communicable Disease Program

Focuses on investigation, follow-up and prevention of contagious diseases that pose a risk to the community. (757)382-8655 or (757)382-8637


Caregiver’s Support Group

Serves adults who are caring for an adult family member or friend.  A Public Health Nurse facilitator leads the support groups which are held at varying times throughout the month. (757) 382-8653


Child Safety Seat Program

Provides car seats for those Chesapeake residents who meet financial and program criteria.
(757) 382-8652


Every Woman’s Life “EWL” – Breast and Cervical Cancer Program

Provides free mammograms and Pap tests for eligible women. (757) 382-8658 or (757) 382-8710


 

Health Education Seminars

Organizations may request educational programs on a variety of health related topics.
(757) 382-8649


Health Fairs

Public Health Nurses and other professionals participate in community health fairs.  Blood pressure screening, health education displays and a variety of other services are available.
(757) 382-8649


Volunteer Opportunities

Love to help others?  Join the The Virginia Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Chesapeake!  MRC is a force of dedicated volunteers who stand ready to support the community in the event of a public health emergency. Each of the 22 local MRC units across Virginia are comprised of teams of medical and public health professionals who, along with interested non-medical community members, volunteer their skills, expertise and time to support ongoing public health initiatives and health emergencies throughout Virginia. Contact the Chesapeake Medical Reserve Corp Volunteer Coordinator, Tom Johnson, thomas.johnson@vdh.virginia.gov

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Fees may be charged for certain services.
Please bring an ID with you.
Please do not bring children that are not being seen for services with you to the clinic.
Please call the Great Bridge clinic at (757)382-8631 or (757)382-8632 if you need additional information.