Grant County, Indiana Health Department phone, records, nursing, food safety, septic and environmental help
The Grant County Health Department covered here is the official local public health office in Marion, Indiana. Many U.S. counties share the Grant County name, so always confirm the state before sending records, fees, complaints or permit documents.
Use this guide to find the correct phone number, office address, nursing appointment route, birth or death certificate steps, TB testing, immunizations, food inspection reports, septic permits, housing complaints, animal bite guidance and official pages.
Choose the Grant County public health service you need
Select your need below. This tool does not book appointments, but it helps you call the correct division and prepare the right documents.
Call 765-651-2401. Say you need Grant County, Indiana health department help, then name the exact service: Nursing, Vital Records, Food Safety, Environmental Health, septic, housing complaint or animal bite.
Grant County, Indiana quick answer for phone, office and services
The official Grant County Health Department is at 401 S Adams St., Marion, IN 46953. The main phone number is 765-651-2401, and the official home page lists Dr. Matthew McAdams, DO as Health Officer.
For a Nursing Division appointment, call 765-651-2401 ext. 3112. For birth or death certificates, use the Vital Records Division. For restaurants, food complaints and food inspection reports, use Food Safety. For septic, housing, pools, tattoo/piercing, animal bites, bats, lead hazards and vector control, start with Environmental Health.
Official verification before using this Grant County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This refreshed guide uses official IN.gov Grant County Health Department pages for the main office, Nursing Division, Nursing services, Vital Records, Food Safety, 2026 food inspection reports, Environmental Division, septic systems, housing complaints, tattoo/piercing, public pools, animal bites, bat encounters and vector control.
Office details, fees, appointment rules, forms, inspection reports, permit requirements and staff contacts can change. Always verify final information on the official Grant County Health Department page before visiting, mailing payment, filing a complaint or starting work on a property.
What this Grant County Health Department guide covers
First confirm you mean Grant County in Indiana
The keyword “Grant County Health Department” is risky because several U.S. states have a Grant County. This page covers Grant County Health Department in Marion, Indiana.
Grant County Health Department phone number and service routing
The main number is helpful, but the fastest path is knowing the division name before you call.
| Need | Best route | What to say or prepare |
|---|---|---|
| General Grant County Health Department question | Call 765-651-2401 | Say you are calling about Grant County, Indiana and name the service: Nursing, Vital Records, Food Safety, Environmental Health, septic, complaint or animal bite. |
| Nursing Division appointment | Call 765-651-2401 ext. 3112 | Ask for TB test, childhood vaccines, school vaccines, adult vaccines, lead testing, STI testing or vaccination records. |
| Certified birth or death certificate | Use Vital Records Division | Confirm the birth/death happened in Grant County, Indiana. Prepare ID, certificate details, payment and stamped self-addressed envelope for mail requests. |
| Food complaint or inspection report | Use Food Safety Division | Give food outlet name, address, date, time, food item, symptoms if illness occurred, receipt and photos if useful. |
| Housing or public building complaint | Use Environmental Division | Prepare address, owner/landlord if known, condition, dates, photos and whether sanitation, water, toilet, sewage, mold or pests are involved. |
| Septic permit or septic repair | Use Environmental Division septic page | Give property address, project type, repair/replacement/new construction details, permit question and contractor information. |
| Animal bite or bat encounter | Seek medical care if needed, then call 765-651-2401 option 1 | Animal type, bite/exposure date, owner if known, victim details, medical care received and whether bat capture is possible safely. |
| Tattoo, piercing or microblading license | Environmental Division tattoo/piercing page | License type, artist/establishment details, bloodborne pathogen certificate, Hepatitis B record and inspection appointment question. |
Grant County Health Department address, map and visit tips
The official office address is 401 S Adams St., Marion, IN 46953. Call first if you need a clinic appointment, certificate, records request, food safety question, septic permit or environmental complaint.
Bring the right details
- Photo ID for vital records, Nursing Division services and identity-based requests.
- Insurance card if applicable for Nursing Division services.
- Child immunization record for school vaccine or shot-record questions.
- Property address for septic, housing or environmental complaints.
- Business name, exact date and symptoms for food complaints.
- Stamped self-addressed envelope and money order for mailed vital-record requests.
- Do not delay emergency care for serious bites, severe wounds, chest pain, breathing trouble or urgent symptoms.
Nursing Division: TB testing, immunizations, lead testing, STI testing and records
The Nursing Division services page lists TB testing and reading, childhood vaccinations, school vaccinations, adult vaccinations, childhood blood lead testing, chlamydia and gonorrhea testing and treatment, vaccination records, and information/resources.
For an appointment, call 765-651-2401 ext. 3112. The Nursing Division page says to bring identification such as a valid driver’s license or ID card with photo and date of birth, plus an insurance card if applicable.
| Nursing service | Official detail | Best preparation |
|---|---|---|
| TB testing and reading | $10 per test listed on official services page. | Ask when the test must be read and whether employer, school or program paperwork is needed. |
| Childhood vaccinations | Listed as a Nursing Division service. | Bring immunization record, parent/guardian ID, insurance if applicable and school forms. |
| School vaccinations | Listed as a Nursing Division service. | Call early before school deadlines and confirm the exact vaccine certificate needed. |
| Adult vaccinations | Adult vaccines include shingles and RSV for many insurances. | Ask about age eligibility, insurance acceptance, vaccine availability and cost before visit. |
| Childhood blood lead testing | Listed as a Nursing Division service. | Bring child age, address, any prior result and whether housing exposure is suspected. |
| Chlamydia and gonorrhea testing/treatment | Listed as a Nursing Division service. | Ask about privacy, timing, treatment, payment and result delivery. |
| Vaccination records | Listed as a Nursing Division service. | Provide full legal name, date of birth, previous names and school/work deadline. |
Grant County birth certificates, death certificates and paternity affidavit help
The Vital Records Division handles records for vital events of Grant County citizens. If the birth or death occurred in Grant County, Indiana, the official page says you can come into the office and obtain the certificate immediately or send a request through the mail.
Mail requests received by the office are processed and mailed the same day they are received, according to the official FAQ wording. That still requires correct ID, money order, envelope and record details.
| Record or service | Known official fee / note | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Certified birth certificate | $15 per copy. Personal checks are not accepted for mailed requests. | Full birth name, date of birth, father’s full name, mother’s full maiden name, legal address, daytime phone, ID copy, stamped self-addressed envelope and money order. |
| Certified death certificate | $15 per copy. Personal checks are not accepted for mailed requests. | Name of decedent, relationship, approximate date of death, ID copy, stamped self-addressed envelope and money order. |
| Paternity affidavit | $55 service fee listed. | Both parents must appear in person with state ID and Social Security card. If married, bring marriage license copy. |
| Genealogy records | Records before 1979 may involve Marion Public Library microfilm. | Name, record type, approximate date and whether you need certified or research information. |
| Out-of-county record | Grant County cannot issue another county/state event record. | Use the county or state where the birth or death occurred. |
Grant County certificate cost estimator
This estimates only the listed $15 certified-copy fee. It does not include replacement, amendment, postage, legal, court or special processing costs.
One certified copy using the listed $15 fee.
Food Safety Division: restaurant complaints, foodborne illness and inspection reports
The Food Safety Division is responsible for inspections of all retail food outlets in Grant County, investigating complaints and foodborne illnesses, and consulting or educating food establishments on food safety and sanitation.
For food outlet questions, the official page lists foods@grantcounty.in.gov. Residents can also review posted inspection reports, including the 2026 inspection reports page.
Environmental Division services: property, sanitation, pools, lead, animals and vectors
The Environmental Division handles local public-health issues tied to property, sanitation, sewage, animals, pools, tattoo/piercing, lead, housing, vector control and similar concerns.
| Environmental need | Official division role | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Housing or public building complaint | Complaints involving conditions that may threaten public health. | Address, landlord/owner, photos, dates, sanitation, water, toilet, mold, pests, sewage or structural hazard details. |
| Septic system | Site visits, plan reviews, permits and inspections. | Property address, project type, contractor/installer, building permit issue and any known septic record. |
| Tattoo, piercing, microblading | Routine and complaint inspections plus licensing. | Artist/establishment details, license type, bloodborne pathogen certificate and Hepatitis B documentation. |
| Public or semi-public pools | Routine and complaint inspections and pool sample processing. | Pool name, address, date, water/safety issue, report or complaint facts. |
| Vector control | Mosquito population testing and management, larvicide and tick dragging. | Location, mosquito/tick issue, standing water details and whether it is recurring. |
| Animal bites | Process and investigate animal bites. | Animal type, owner, location, bite date, medical care and whether animal can be safely handled by trained help. |
Residential septic permits, repairs and building permit letters
The official septic page says a septic permit is needed before repairing, replacing, constructing or otherwise altering a septic system. It also says plumbing two feet outside the foundation is considered part of the septic system, so repair or replacement beyond that point needs a septic permit.
Start with the property address
Give the full Grant County, Indiana property address, parcel if known, owner name and whether this is a repair, replacement, new construction or addition.
Ask if records are on file
For building permits, the Building Department may need a letter from Environmental Division confirming septic system facts. Ask early.
Do not start work first
Unpermitted work can cause enforcement, sale, lender, contractor and public-health problems.
Watch for failure signs
Slow drains, gurgling toilets, ponding, seepage, discharge to ground surface or water contamination may indicate a failing system.
Housing and public building complaints in Grant County
The Environmental Division addresses housing conditions that may threaten public health. Common examples include lack of sanitation, no working toilet or water supply, mold or moisture issues, rodent/insect infestations, structural hazards, unsafe heating or electrical systems, improper waste disposal, sewage leaks, hoarding and unfit living conditions.
Animal bites, bat encounters and rabies exposure steps
Animal bites and bat encounters can pose a serious health risk because of possible rabies exposure. The official page says anyone bitten by a pet, stray or wild animal should seek medical attention and physician advice.
Tattoo, piercing, microblading, pools and semi-public facility inspections
Grant County regulates tattooing, piercing and microblading. The official page warns that these services must be performed only by licensed professionals in a licensed establishment.
The Environmental Division also handles public and semi-public pool inspections and complaint routes.
| Facility type | Known official detail | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoo/piercing establishment license | Annual establishment license listed at $250; July-December at $125. | Contact the office before leasing a space to confirm requirements. |
| Artist license | Tattoo/Piercer/Microblading license listed at $100. | Prepare current ID, bloodborne pathogen certificate and Hepatitis records. |
| Temporary/guest artist | Guest/temporary artist fee listed at $40. | Ask if event, date and location need pre-approval. |
| Unlicensed operation penalties | Penalties may be listed at $500 for unlicensed operation or unresolved violations. | Do not operate before confirming license and inspection status. |
| Public/semi-public pools | Official page posts pool codes, complaint form and pool inspection reports. | Use facility name, date, water issue or safety concern when reporting. |
Mosquito and vector-control awareness video
The official Grant County Vector Control page links to a mosquito awareness YouTube resource. This embed is included as a helpful prevention reference only. For current Grant County mosquito, tick or vector complaints, use the official Vector Control page or Environmental Division route.
What Grant County Health Department does not handle
For broader local office search help, use our health department near me guide. For state-level context, see our Indiana Department of Health guide. For another Indiana county example, see our Elkhart County Health Department guide.
Official Grant County Health Department links
Use these official pages for final verification. Do not rely on third-party directories for fees, forms, permit rules, appointment rules or mail requirements.
Grant County Health Department official pageMain IN.gov page with office address, phone, health officer and division links. Nursing DivisionOfficial Nursing Division page with appointment phone and what to bring. Nursing servicesTB test, vaccines, lead testing, STI testing, vaccination records and appointment extension. Vital Records DivisionBirth certificate, death certificate, mail request, fees, ID rules and paternity affidavit information. Food Safety DivisionRetail food outlet inspections, foodborne illness, complaint and food establishment education route. 2026 inspection reportsOfficial posted food inspection reports for 2026. Environmental DivisionHousing, sewage, animals, pools, lead, septic, tattoo/piercing, vector control and environmental complaint duties. Residential onsite septic systemOfficial septic permit, repair, building permit letter and failing system guidance. Housing and public building complaintsOfficial complaint examples and environmental complaint contact details. Animal bites and bat encountersOfficial rabies exposure, animal bite, bat handling and animal control guidance.Grant County Health Department FAQ
What is the Grant County Health Department phone number?
The main Grant County Health Department phone number in Marion, Indiana is 765-651-2401. For Nursing Division appointments, call 765-651-2401 ext. 3112.
Where is the Grant County Health Department located?
The official office address is 401 S Adams St., Marion, IN 46953. Call first if you need a nursing appointment, Vital Records service, food complaint, septic permit or Environmental Health help.
Who is the Grant County Health Officer?
The official IN.gov Grant County page currently lists Dr. Matthew McAdams, DO as the Grant County Health Officer.
How do I schedule a Nursing Division appointment?
Call 765-651-2401 ext. 3112. Nursing services include TB testing, childhood and school vaccinations, adult vaccinations, childhood blood lead testing, chlamydia/gonorrhea testing and vaccination records.
How much is a Grant County birth certificate?
The official Vital Records page lists a certified birth certificate fee of $15 per copy. Mailed requests require identification, a stamped self-addressed envelope and a money order; personal checks are not accepted.
How much is a Grant County death certificate?
The official Vital Records page lists a certified death certificate fee of $15 per copy. The request must include decedent name, your relationship, approximate death date, ID copy, stamped return envelope and money order.
Who handles restaurant complaints in Grant County, Indiana?
The Food Safety Division handles retail food outlet inspections, complaints and foodborne illness concerns. Prepare the food outlet name, address, date, time, food item, symptoms and receipt if available.
When do I need a septic permit in Grant County?
The official septic page says a septic permit is needed before repairing, replacing, constructing or otherwise altering a septic system. Work beyond two feet outside the foundation may be considered part of the septic system.
What should I do after an animal bite or bat encounter?
Seek medical attention and physician advice first if needed. The official page says to call the Health Department at 765-651-2401 option 1 for questions or concerns and not to capture animals unsafely.
Is this page for Grant County, Washington or Grant County, Wisconsin?
No. This page is for Grant County, Indiana. If your record, restaurant, property, septic system or health concern is in another state’s Grant County, use that county’s official health department.