Fayette County Health Department phone, office, WIC, immunizations, labs, permits, home health and official state finder
The Fayette County Health Department search can point to different offices in Illinois, Indiana, West Virginia, Georgia, Alabama and Kentucky. This page focuses on the official Fayette County Health Department in Vandalia, Illinois, because that is the clearest match for this URL and office content.
Use this guide to call the right number, confirm the correct state, prepare for WIC, schedule immunizations or labs, request immunization records, ask about STD testing, apply for food/septic/well permits, or contact Home Health and Hospice.
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Official Illinois contact: 416 W. Edwards, Vandalia, IL 62471. Main phone: 618.283.1044. Home Health / Hospice: 618.283.7262. Call before visiting because clinic schedules, forms, fees and service availability can change.
Fayette County Health Department phone, address and service summary
For Fayette County Health Department in Vandalia, Illinois, the official address is 416 W. Edwards, Vandalia, IL 62471. The main phone is 618.283.1044, and the Home Health / Hospice phone is 618.283.7262.
The official contact page lists hours as Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.. Because site footer hours appear differently on some pages, verify the current day’s hours before visiting.
Major service areas include WIC, maternal and child health, family clinical services, lab draws, child and adult immunizations, STD testing, lead screening, environmental health, food permits, well and septic permits, emergency preparedness, home health and hospice.
Official verification before using this Fayette County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This page was rebuilt using official Fayette County Health Department Illinois pages for contact, programs, WIC, labs and immunizations, STD testing, environmental health, food permits and inspections, homecare, and alternate official state pages for Indiana, West Virginia, Georgia District 4, Alabama ADPH and Lexington-Fayette County, Kentucky.
Always verify live hours, appointment rules, immunization availability, WIC documents, lab pricing, food permit forms, payment routes, inspection requirements, home health referral rules and county/state identity on the official website before visiting or paying.
What this Fayette County Health Department guide covers
Fayette County Health Department phone numbers and best call route
Most Illinois services route through the main phone, but you should still say the exact service first. WIC, labs, immunizations, home health, food permits and environmental health may require different staff, forms or appointment rules.
| Need | Official contact | Use it for | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Fayette County IL health help | 618.283.1044 | General office routing, program questions, appointments and local public health help. | Service needed, city, appointment question, deadline, and callback number. |
| WIC | 618.283.5037 or 618.283.1044 | Pregnancy, infant, child nutrition, WIC EBT, breastfeeding support and WIC appointment questions. | Applicant details, proof of address, income/benefits, child or pregnancy information. |
| Labs and immunizations | 618.283.1044 | Lab appointments, child/adult immunizations, immunization records, school shots and clinic questions. | Vaccine record, school form, child age, doctor order if needed, ID and insurance/payment questions. |
| STD testing | 618.283.1044 | Confidential STD testing appointment and eligibility questions. | Age, symptoms or exposure, safe callback method, privacy needs and appointment availability. |
| Food permits and inspections | 618.283.1044 | Restaurant permits, temporary food permits, food inspection scores, cottage food, and foodborne illness complaints. | Business/event name, address, dates, food menu, permit type, photos/receipt if complaint. |
| Well and septic permits | 618.283.1044 | Private well permits, septic permits, plan review and installation inspection routing. | Property address, parcel, contractor, permit type, project timeline and prior records. |
| Home Health / Hospice | 618.283.7262 | Referral questions, home health, hospice, service area, volunteer questions and patient support. | Diagnosis, doctor contact, discharge plan, medication list, insurance and caregiver details. |
| Emergency | 911 / 988 | 911 for life-threatening emergencies; 988 for mental health or suicide crisis support. | Location, immediate danger, symptoms and what help is needed. |
Fayette County Health Department office in Vandalia, Illinois
The Illinois office is located at 416 W. Edwards, Vandalia, IL 62471. Use this office for Fayette County, Illinois services, not for Fayette County offices in other states.
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| State / office | Official clue | Phone / route | Use this when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | Fayette County Health Department, Vandalia. | 416 W. Edwards, Vandalia, IL 62471. Main: 618.283.1044. | You need Vandalia, Brownstown, St. Elmo, Farina, Ramsey, Shobonier, or Fayette County, IL services. |
| Indiana | Fayette County Health Department, Connersville. | Official IN.gov page routes to Fayette County Health Department and official local site. | You need Connersville or Fayette County, Indiana. |
| West Virginia | Fayette County Health Department, Fayetteville. | 5495 Maple Lane, Fayetteville, WV 25840. Phone: 304-574-1617. | You need Fayetteville, Oak Hill, Montgomery, Ansted or Fayette County, WV. |
| Georgia | Fayette County Health Department through District 4 Public Health. | Use official District 4 Fayette County location page for current phone and services. | You need Fayetteville, Peachtree City, Tyrone or Fayette County, GA. |
| Alabama | ADPH Fayette County page. | ADPH lists Fayette County Health Department phone 205-932-5260. | You need Fayette, Alabama WIC, environmental, home care, clinical or vital-record services. |
| Kentucky | Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. | LFCHD main phone visible as 859-252-2371. | You need Lexington or Fayette County, Kentucky. |
Before you call or visit Fayette County Health Department
A local health department visit can fail if you arrive without the right records, forms, appointment, payment method or state office. Use this checklist first.
Fayette County WIC, pregnancy, breastfeeding, infant and child nutrition help
The official WIC page says WIC helps pregnant women and families with young children through nutrition education, nutritious foods, breastfeeding support and referrals. The program helps pregnant women, breastfeeding women, postpartum women, infants and children up to their fifth birthday.
For Fayette County, Illinois WIC, call 618.283.5037 or 618.283.1044. Ask if an appointment is required and what proof to bring.
| WIC need | What the user should do | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| First WIC appointment | Call before visiting and ask for the current appointment process. | Proof of identity, address, income or qualifying benefits, pregnancy or child information. |
| Breastfeeding support | Ask about breastfeeding coordinator, peer counselor, breast pump and extra food support. | Baby’s age, feeding concern, appointment need and safe callback number. |
| Infant formula or medical foods | Ask what prescription or medical documentation is required. | Provider order, medical condition details and current WIC status. |
| WIC EBT card or foods | Ask staff how current WIC EBT benefits, approved foods and shopping support work. | WIC card, participant details and shopping issue. |
Fayette County labs, immunizations, school shots and immunization records
The official Labs & Immunizations page says Fayette County Health Department offers lab testing, schedules labs every day, and can draw some labs under standing orders. If a test is not under a standing order, bring a doctor’s order and ask if the department can do it.
For immunizations, the page says children age 2 months through 18 years should bring the child’s shot record. Call 618.283.1044 for an appointment.
STD testing, privacy and clinic preparation
The official STD page says Fayette County Health Department offers confidential STD testing to anyone age 14 and older at no cost if criteria are met. It states the Public Health Nurse handles these tests so privacy is protected.
The page says urine screening is used to test for chlamydia and gonorrhea, the test is mailed to the state lab, and positive results require return to the clinic for treatment or treatment through a doctor.
Food permits, restaurant inspections, wells, septic and environmental health
Environmental Health covers food inspections, food permits, well permits, septic permits, West Nile education and related environmental disease prevention services. The food page says food service establishments must obtain a Fayette County Food Service Establishment Operating Permit and pass a pre-opening inspection before operation.
The same page says environmental health responds to complaints of improper food handling and suspected foodborne illness. To report a food complaint, call 618.283.1044.
| Environmental task | Official route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Food business opening | Food Service Establishment Operating Permit and pre-opening inspection. | Business name, address, menu, equipment, food source, opening date, owner contact and permit form. |
| Temporary food event | Temporary Food Service Establishment Operating Permit Application. | Event name, date, location, food items, water source, handwashing plan and fee/payment question. |
| Cottage food | Cottage Food Registration Form and Illinois cottage food guidance. | Product list, Certified Food Protection Manager proof and annual registration question. |
| Food complaint | Call 618.283.1044. | Facility name, address, date/time, food eaten, symptoms, photos or receipt if available. |
| Well permit | Environmental Health well permitting and final installation inspection. | Property address, contractor, plan details, repair/new well question and timeline. |
| Septic permit | Environmental Health septic permit, plan review and final installation inspection. | Property address, parcel, contractor, system type, repair/new construction and inspection need. |
Fayette County Home Health and Hospice services
The official Homecare page lists Home Health and Hospice services, and says the team travels to several surrounding counties. The Home Health service area includes Fayette, Effingham, Marion, Clay, Bond, Shelby, Montgomery and Clinton counties. The Hospice service area includes Fayette, Effingham, Marion, Clay, Bond, Shelby and Montgomery counties.
Call 618.283.7262 to ask how to get a referral, what physician documentation is needed, what insurance or coverage details apply, and whether service is available at the patient’s address.
Health records, immunization records, forms and payments
Not every record is handled by one office. Immunization records, lab results, WIC records, inspection records, home health records, payment confirmations and permit records can each have different release rules.
When Fayette County Health Department may not be the right office
Some health-related searches belong to another agency, provider, emergency service or state office.
Official Fayette County Health Department links
Use official links first. This protects you from wrong-state pages, outdated phone directories, unofficial payment pages and copied permit information.
Fayette County Health Department, Illinois official websiteMain official website for the Vandalia, Illinois health department. Official IL contact pageAddress, phone numbers, office hours and homecare contact route. Official IL programs pageMaternal and Child Health, Family Clinical Services, Homecare, Environmental Health and Emergency Preparedness. Fayette County IL WICWIC nutrition education, foods, breastfeeding support, referrals and WIC contact numbers. Labs and ImmunizationsLab draws, appointment phone, child immunizations, adult vaccines and immunization record requests. STD testingConfidential STD testing criteria, urine screening and appointment phone. Food permits and inspectionsOperating permits, pre-opening inspection, temporary food permits, cottage food and complaint routing. Home Health and HospiceHomecare service areas, referral phone and hospice service information. Fayette County Health Department, IndianaOfficial Indiana page for Connersville and Fayette County, IN. Fayette County Health Department, West VirginiaOfficial Fayetteville, WV office website and contact details. Fayette County, Alabama ADPHOfficial Alabama Department of Public Health Fayette County page. Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, KentuckyOfficial Lexington-Fayette County Health Department website.Fayette County Health Department FAQ
What is the phone number for Fayette County Health Department in Illinois?
The main phone number for Fayette County Health Department in Vandalia, Illinois is 618.283.1044. The Home Health / Hospice phone number is 618.283.7262.
Where is Fayette County Health Department in Illinois located?
The official Illinois office address is 416 W. Edwards, Vandalia, IL 62471. Call before visiting to confirm current hours, appointment rules and service availability.
What are the office hours for Fayette County Health Department in Vandalia?
The official contact page lists Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.. Because older footer hours can differ, verify current hours before driving.
Does Fayette County Health Department offer WIC?
Yes. The Illinois Fayette County WIC page lists WIC nutrition education, nutritious foods, breastfeeding support and referrals. Call 618.283.5037 or 618.283.1044 for WIC information.
Does Fayette County Health Department provide immunizations?
Yes. The official Labs & Immunizations page lists child and adult immunizations. For children 2 months through 18 years old, bring the child’s shot record and call 618.283.1044 for an appointment.
How do I request an immunization record from Fayette County Health Department?
Call 618.283.1044. The official page says immunization records are available by request, and records may be faxed to a school with signed consent, faxed to a physician or picked up at the health department. ID and authorization rules apply.
Can I get STD testing at Fayette County Health Department?
Yes. The Illinois STD page says confidential STD testing is offered to anyone age 14 and older at no cost if criteria are met. Call 618.283.1044 to ask about appointments and eligibility.
Does Fayette County Health Department handle food permits?
Yes. Environmental Health permits and routinely inspects food service establishments. Before operating, a food service establishment must obtain a Fayette County Food Service Establishment Operating Permit and pass a pre-opening inspection.
Does Fayette County Health Department handle well and septic permits?
The Environmental Health page lists well permits and septic permits, including plan reviews, permitting and final installation inspections for private wells and private sewage disposal systems.
Is Fayette County Health Department the same in every state?
No. Fayette County Health Department can refer to different offices in Illinois, Indiana, West Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky and other areas. Confirm the state and city before calling or visiting.