Livingston County Health Department 2026: Phone, WIC, Records, Wells & Septic

🏥 Livingston County, Michigan public health guide · 2026

Livingston County Health Department phone, Howell office, WIC, vaccines, records, wells, septic and complaints

The Livingston County Health Department in Howell, Michigan helps residents with public-health services such as immunizations, WIC, hearing and vision screenings, travel health consultations, STI/HIV testing, records requests, Environmental Health, well and septic questions, and animal-bite reporting.

The most important first step is choosing the right office. The Health Department is not the County Clerk, and birth, death and marriage certificates follow a different official route.

☎️ Main phone: 517-546-9850 📍 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102 🥗 WIC: 517-546-5459 🌿 Environmental Health: 517-546-9858 🚨 Emergency: 911 / 988
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Main Livingston County Health Department contact

The Health Department is at 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843. Main phone: 517-546-9850. Listed hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM, closed for lunch and county holidays.

✅ Quick answer

Livingston County Health Department phone, address and local service summary

The Livingston County Health Department main phone number is 517-546-9850. The office is located at 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843. Fax is listed as 517-546-6995.

Office hours are listed as Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM. The office is closed for lunch and closed county holidays. Call before visiting because many services are appointment-based.

For WIC, call 517-546-5459. For Environmental Health, including wells, septic, food safety, pools, body art, water testing and sanitation complaints, call 517-546-9858. For communicable disease questions during business hours, use 517-552-6882.

Main office2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843.
AppointmentsMany personal health services are appointment-based. Online scheduling is available for listed clinic services.
WICCall 517-546-5459 for WIC eligibility, application and breastfeeding support.
Environmental HealthCall 517-546-9858 for wells, septic, food safety, pools, body art and sanitation complaints.
Vital RecordsBirth, death and marriage records route to the County Clerk, not the Health Department clinic.
EmergencyCall 911 for life-threatening emergencies and 988 for mental-health crisis support.
🔎 Official-source check

Official-source check for Livingston County Health Department information

Updated for publication on June 28, 2026.

This page was rebuilt using official Livingston County, Michigan resources, including the Health Department page, Personal & Preventive Health Services, Immunizations, WIC, Hearing & Vision Screening, Environmental Health, Septic Permits, well/septic resources, complaint paths, rabies guidance, and County Clerk Vital Records.

Local public-health details can change. Always verify office hours, appointment rules, vaccine supply, WIC documents, environmental health fees, septic permit steps, water sample availability, certificate fees, and complaint routes on the official county page before visiting, paying, submitting forms or relying on a deadline.

🧭 Contents

What this Livingston County Health Department guide covers

📍 Location

Livingston County Health Department location in Howell, Michigan

The official Livingston County Health Department location is 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843. This is different from the County Administration Building and the County Clerk Vital Records office.

Health Department2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843.
Phone: 517-546-9850.
Fax: 517-546-6995.
Health Department hoursMonday-Friday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM.
Closed for lunch and county holidays.
County Clerk / Vital RecordsLivingston County Administration Building, 304 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, MI 48843.
Use for birth, death and marriage records.
County Clerk hoursThe Clerk page lists Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Verify before visiting, especially around holidays and fee-change dates.

Local visitor tip

If you are coming from Brighton, Howell, Fowlerville, Pinckney, Hartland, Hamburg Township, Green Oak, Genoa Township, Oceola Township, Marion Township or nearby areas, call first. Some services require appointments, some are Environmental Health services, and vital records are handled by the County Clerk.

☎️ Directory

Livingston County Health Department phone numbers by service

Using the correct phone number is the fastest way to avoid wrong-department frustration. The main line is useful, but some services have more specific routing.

ServicePhone / routeUse this forPrepare before calling
Main Health Department517-546-9850General health department questions, clinic services, immunizations, hearing/vision, CSHCS, records and appointment routing.Name, county, service needed, appointment deadline and callback number.
WIC and breastfeeding support517-546-5459WIC eligibility, application, appointment setup, breastfeeding support and nutrition help.Pregnancy/child information, ID, address proof, income or Medicaid/SNAP/foster-care proof.
Breastfeeding Peer Counselor517-375-0554One-on-one breastfeeding support for WIC clients.Baby age, feeding concern, pump questions and WIC participation details.
Environmental Health517-546-9858Wells, septic, food safety, body art, pools, campgrounds, public sanitation and restaurant complaints.Property/facility address, complaint facts, permit type, photos and callback info.
Communicable Diseases517-552-6882Communicable disease questions and public-health nurse routing during business hours.Condition, exposure date, symptoms, provider info and urgency.
Emergency Preparedness / MRC517-552-6866Emergency preparedness and Medical Reserve Corps volunteer opportunity questions.Organization, event, volunteer question or preparedness topic.
Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance517-552-6877Local health insurance enrollment assistance listed by the health department.Household size, income, current coverage, IDs and appointment preference.
Health Promotion and Education517-552-6856Health promotion, education and community prevention program questions.Topic, event, audience, school/community partner details.
Vital Records / County Clerk517-546-0500Birth, death and marriage certificate questions through the County Clerk.Record type, names, event date, ID, payment and eligibility details.
Emergency services911 / 988Life-threatening emergencies, severe symptoms, immediate danger or mental-health crisis.Location, emergency type, immediate danger and caller callback number.

Phone-use guidance

Before calling, write down your exact need: appointment deadline, property address, child’s school form, vaccine record issue, WIC question, complaint location, permit type, certificate record, or rabies exposure concern. Specific details help staff route you faster.

🧾 Checklist

What to bring before visiting Livingston County Health Department

A public-health visit can fail if you arrive without ID, appointment confirmation, vaccine history, WIC documents, medical records, property details or the right office location.

For immunizationsBring photo ID, vaccine records, school forms, insurance card if applicable, Medicaid information if relevant and appointment confirmation.
For WICBring proof of identity, proof of Michigan/Livingston County residency, proof of income or program participation, pregnancy/child details and appointment instructions.
For hearing and vision screeningBring child information, school or preschool request details, parent/guardian contact information and appointment confirmation.
For travel healthBring itinerary, destination countries, departure date, vaccine history, health conditions, medication list and payment/insurance questions.
For Environmental HealthBring property address, well/septic details, permit question, complaint facts, facility name, photos if useful and callback information.
For vital recordsGo through the County Clerk. Bring ID, record details, payment and eligibility proof if required.
🩺 Services

Personal and preventive health services at Livingston County Health Department

Livingston County Health Department lists several appointment-based personal and preventive health services. These include hearing and vision screenings for children, HIV and hepatitis C testing, immunizations, immunization waivers and international travel health consultations.

The department also connects residents to families and children programs, Children’s Special Health Care Services, lead poisoning prevention, maternal and infant support, medical and immunization records, dental health resources, health insurance enrollment assistance and community resources.

Appointment-based servicesHearing and vision screenings, HIV/Hepatitis C testing, immunizations, immunization waivers and travel health consultations.
Records requestUse the official records request process for medical records and immunization records maintained by the Health Department.
Dental healthThe MCDC Livingston Dental Center is owned by LCHD and operated by My Community Dental Centers.
Lead preventionLCHD offers case management, education and resources to help prevent and reduce lead poisoning.
Travel clinicInternational travel consultations are appointment-based and should be scheduled early.
TB testing noteLCHD says it is no longer offering TB skin testing; contact a primary care provider or local urgent care for TB testing.
💉 Immunizations

Livingston County immunizations, vaccine appointments and records

The Livingston County Health Department Immunization Clinic provides vaccines for children, teens and adults by appointment only. It also lists international travel health consultations and immunization exemption requests.

Call 517-546-9850 for immunization appointment and record questions. Bring a full vaccine history, school forms and insurance information if applicable.

Routine vaccinesVaccines for children, teens and adults are appointment-based.
Travel vaccinesTravel consultations include destination-specific health guidance and vaccines when available. Schedule several weeks before travel.
ExemptionsNonmedical immunization exemption education/waiver steps may require the official local health department process.
VFC programLCHD participates in the Vaccines for Children program for eligible children from birth through age 18.
Administration feeThe official page says a $23 administration fee may be charged for each vaccine depending on ability to pay.
Insurance cautionLCHD bills certain plans but may not bill every commercial insurer. Ask your insurer and LCHD before the visit.

Selected vaccine cost examples to confirm before appointment

CategoryExample listed cost or rulePlanning note
Adults with MedicaidMany listed vaccines show $0 out-of-pocket, subject to eligibility/risk rules.Confirm coverage, vaccine requested and whether a risk factor is required.
Adults without insuranceExamples include Tdap $80, flu $47, MMR $179, Hepatitis A $126 and HPV through age 26 $541.Fees are subject to change. Call 517-546-9850 before appointment.
Children eligible for VFCVFC may cover vaccine cost for eligible children.Eligibility may include Medicaid, no insurance, American Indian/Alaska Native, or insurance that does not cover vaccine cost.
Travel vaccinesCosts depend on destination and vaccine type.Schedule early because travel vaccine timing matters.
Immunization mistake to avoid: Do not assume the Health Department can instantly recreate records from another provider, pharmacy, school or state. If records are missing, call early and ask what proof is acceptable before your deadline.
🥗 WIC

Livingston County WIC: eligibility, phone number and appointment help

Livingston County WIC is a health and nutrition program for income-eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants and young children. It provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, nutritious foods and referrals to health care and other resources.

The WIC office phone number is 517-546-5459. Livingston County says families automatically qualify for WIC benefits if they are on Medicaid, receiving SNAP/food stamps, or in foster care. Others should review WIC income guidelines.

WIC servesPregnant women, breastfeeding women with a baby under one year old, women who had a baby in the past six months, infants and children under age five.
Apply for WICFill out the official WIC application; staff will contact you to review eligibility and set up an appointment.
Documents to prepareID, proof of residency, income or benefit proof, pregnancy/child details and appointment instructions.
Breastfeeding supportWIC provides breastfeeding education and peer-counselor support.
Peer CounselorWIC clients may contact the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor at 517-375-0554.
Lead preventionWIC provides lead poisoning prevention information and lead testing for WIC clients under age five when required.
👁️ Screenings

Hearing and vision screening for children in Livingston County

Livingston County’s Hearing and Vision Program offers free screenings for children from ages 3 to 21. Screenings are conducted in public, private and charter schools, and are also available by appointment at the Health Department.

Screenings matter for preschool, kindergarten registration, school readiness, learning concerns and early detection of hearing or vision problems.

CostAll screenings are listed as free of charge.
Who screensScreenings are conducted by state-trained hearing and vision technicians.
Office appointmentChildren ages 3 to 21 can be screened at the office by appointment regardless of grade.
Hearing gradesHearing screenings are listed for preschool and grades JrK, K, 2, 4, Special Education, and by teacher or parent request.
Vision gradesVision screenings are listed for preschool and grades 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, Special Education, and by teacher or parent request.
Kindergarten noteVision screenings are required for kindergarten registration.
🧾 Vital records

Birth, death and marriage certificates are handled by the Livingston County Clerk

This is the most important wrong-office distinction. If you need a Livingston County birth certificate, death certificate or marriage certificate, the official path is the Livingston County Clerk Vital Records office, not the Health Department clinic.

The County Clerk office lists phone 517-546-0500, hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, and the Administration Building address 304 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, MI 48843.

Record serviceCurrent listed fee before July 1, 2026Fee listed beginning July 1, 2026Planning note
First certified copy$25$30Applies to birth, death and marriage certified first copies.
Additional identical copies ordered at same time$10 each$15 eachOrder extra copies together if needed.
Senior birth record copy$14Senior citizen birth record fee remains unchangedFor eligible persons age 65 or older requesting their birth record.
Expedited processingVerify with Clerk$100Verify processing time, mailing and eligibility before paying.
Marriage waiver feeVerify with Clerk$100Use the County Clerk marriage license route.
🧮 Certificate planner

Livingston County certificate fee estimator

This estimates basic certified-copy fees only. Online ordering, postage, card, expedited, correction, court or other fees may be extra. Verify with the County Clerk before paying.

Estimated basic copy fee: $25

One certified copy using the current listed fee before July 1, 2026.

Wrong-office warning: Do not go to the Health Department clinic for County Clerk Vital Records unless an official page specifically tells you to. Birth, death and marriage certificate requests should route to the County Clerk.
🌿 Environmental health

Environmental health, restaurant complaints, pools, body art, campgrounds and sanitation

The Livingston County Environmental Health Division handles a broad set of local health-protection programs. This includes food safety, water wells, septic systems, body art facilities, campgrounds, child and adult care facilities, pools, public beaches, sanitation complaints and environmental health records.

Call 517-546-9858 for Environmental Health routing. Use the county where the property, restaurant, facility or complaint is located.

Food safetyRestaurant sanitation complaints, food service questions, temporary food questions and plan review.
Pools and campgroundsPublic pools, beaches and campgrounds route through Environmental Health inspection programs.
Body artBody art facility inspection and licensing questions route through Environmental Health.
Public sanitationPublic sanitation complaints can be routed to Environmental Health.
Child and adult careChild and adult care facility inspections are listed under Environmental Health contacts.
Air qualityAir quality and vapor intrusion questions are listed under Environmental Health resources.

How to report a useful restaurant or sanitation complaint

  1. Write the business or property name and exact address.
  2. Record the date, time and what happened.
  3. For food illness, list the foods eaten, symptoms, when symptoms began and whether others became ill.
  4. Keep receipts, photos or labels if available and safe to keep.
  5. Use medical care first if symptoms are severe.
  6. Use Environmental Health, not a general clinic line, for food and sanitation complaints.
🚰 Wells & septic

Well permits, septic services, water testing and property record search

Livingston County Environmental Health handles well and septic records, permits and services. The official Environmental Health page includes online permit applications, water wells, septic services, food safety, records search and complaint routes.

For septic permits, the county explains that an approved soil evaluation is needed before applying. For new building construction, additional land use, soil erosion, driveway and building-permit steps may be required.

Call for well/septic517-546-9858 for well/septic permits, records and water-testing questions.
Before septic permitA soil evaluation must be approved before applying for a septic permit.
Application materialsPermanent street address proof, certified survey/legal description when needed, accurate plot plan and appropriate fees.
Well + septic togetherIf installing a well, the county says you must apply for it at the same time as the septic system.
Permit reviewAfter complete materials are submitted, staff may issue the permit or contact you within 3-5 business days for more information.
Permit validityWell/septic permits are listed as valid for one year from issuance to complete construction.

Homebuyer and realtor tip

If a Livingston County property uses a private well or septic system, ask for records early. Do not wait until closing week. Records, permits, site evaluations and water testing can affect real estate timelines, construction plans and buyer confidence.

🦠 Disease & rabies

Animal bites, rabies exposure and communicable disease reporting

Livingston County Health Department investigates bites, scratches and rabies exposures to help prevent rabies spread. Animal bite reporting should not be delayed, especially if the animal is unknown, unvaccinated, wild or the exposure involves a child.

For communicable disease questions during business hours, the official contact list includes 517-552-6882. For general health-department routing, use 517-546-9850.

Animal bitesReport bites, scratches or potential rabies exposure through the official county animal bite reporting path.
Seek care firstFor severe injury, immediate danger or urgent exposure concerns, use emergency medical care first.
Information to preparePerson bitten, animal description, owner if known, vaccination status, location, date/time and wound details.
Disease questionsCall 517-552-6882 during business hours for communicable disease questions.
Provider reportingProviders should use official communicable disease reporting forms and state reporting guidance when required.
Emergency ruleCall 911 for immediate danger, severe symptoms or serious injury.
🤝 Community support

Dental center, insurance enrollment, CSHCS and community resources

Livingston County Health Department connects residents to dental health, community resources, insurance enrollment assistance, Children’s Special Health Care Services, health promotion, emergency preparedness, lead prevention, maternal and infant support, and chronic disease prevention resources.

Dental centerMy Community Dental Centers of Howell provides oral health care and is owned by LCHD, operated by MCDC.
CSHCSContact Livingston County Children’s Special Health Care Services at 517-546-9850 or CSHCS@livgov.com.
Insurance enrollmentCall 517-552-6877 for health insurance enrollment assistance listed by LCHD.
Health promotionCall 517-552-6856 for health promotion and education questions.
Emergency preparednessCall 517-552-6866 for emergency preparedness and Medical Reserve Corps questions.
Michigan resourcesFor broader Michigan benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid or cash assistance, use the correct MDHHS benefits route, not the clinic desk.

For other Michigan county examples, see our Ingham County Health Department guide, Oakland County Health Department guide, and Macomb County Health Department guide.

⚠️ Wrong office check

What Livingston County Health Department may not handle

The Health Department is the right place for many public-health services, but not every health, benefit, record, court or emergency issue. Choosing the wrong office can delay help.

Birth, death and marriage certificatesUse the Livingston County Clerk Vital Records office, not the Health Department clinic.
Emergency medical careCall 911 for life-threatening emergencies, severe symptoms, overdose, violence, serious injury or immediate danger.
Private hospital or doctor recordsContact the provider, hospital, clinic or records custodian that created the medical record.
Building permits onlySome construction questions require the Building Department or local municipality in addition to Health Department well/septic review.
SNAP, Medicaid or cash benefitsThese may require Michigan Department of Health and Human Services benefit offices, not the county health department clinic.
Other Livingston countiesIf you meant Livingston County, New York or Illinois, use that county’s official health department website.
🛠️ Steps

How to get help from Livingston County Health Department without wasting a visit

1

Confirm you mean Livingston County, Michigan

This article covers the Howell, Michigan health department. If your search was for Livingston County in another state, use that county’s official site.

2

Match the service to the right office

Use the Health Department for immunizations, WIC, Environmental Health, hearing and vision, travel health, records requests, CSHCS and communicable disease questions. Use the County Clerk for birth, death and marriage records.

3

Call before visiting

Call 517-546-9850 for the main Health Department, 517-546-5459 for WIC and 517-546-9858 for Environmental Health. Ask about appointment rules, documents and fees.

4

Bring the right paperwork

Bring ID, appointment confirmation, vaccine records, WIC eligibility documents, property address, permit details, complaint information or record request forms depending on your service.

5

Use emergency services when urgent

For life-threatening emergencies, severe injury, urgent rabies exposure concern, overdose, violence or immediate danger, call 911 or seek emergency care.

🚨 Emergency warning

Do not use routine health department contact for emergencies

If there is a life-threatening emergency, call 911. If someone has severe symptoms, serious injury, overdose risk, immediate danger, violence or urgent medical distress, do not wait for routine office hours.

For animal bites, scratches or rabies exposure, seek medical care when needed and report through the proper Livingston County path. If the situation is urgent or the injury is serious, emergency medical care comes first.

🗺️ Map

Livingston County Health Department map in Howell, MI

This map points to the Livingston County Health Department location at 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102 in Howell, Michigan. Confirm hours, appointment rules and the correct office before traveling because the County Clerk Vital Records office is at a separate county building.

❓ FAQ

Livingston County Health Department FAQ

What is the Livingston County Health Department phone number?

The main Livingston County Health Department phone number is 517-546-9850. For WIC, call 517-546-5459. For Environmental Health, call 517-546-9858.

Where is the Livingston County Health Department located?

The Health Department is located at 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843.

What are Livingston County Health Department hours?

Official hours are listed as Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed for lunch and closed county holidays. Verify before visiting.

Does Livingston County Health Department handle birth certificates?

No. Birth, death and marriage certificates are handled by the Livingston County Clerk Vital Records office, not the Health Department clinic.

How much is a Livingston County certified birth, death or marriage record?

Before July 1, 2026, the Clerk page lists $25 for one certified copy and $10 for additional copies of the same record ordered at the same time. Beginning July 1, 2026, the page lists $30 for the first certified copy and $15 for additional identical copies ordered at the same time. Senior birth record fees remain unchanged.

What is the Livingston County WIC phone number?

The Livingston County WIC phone number is 517-546-5459. Call for WIC eligibility, enrollment, appointments, nutrition support and breastfeeding support.

Does Livingston County Health Department offer immunizations?

Yes. The Livingston County Health Department Immunization Clinic provides vaccines for children, teens and adults by appointment only. Call 517-546-9850.

Does Livingston County Health Department offer travel vaccines?

International travel health consultations are listed as appointment-based services. Schedule early before travel because recommendations and timing depend on destination, itinerary and health history.

Who handles Livingston County well and septic permits?

Livingston County Environmental Health handles many well and septic records, permits and services. Call 517-546-9858 or use the official Environmental Health pages.

How do I report an animal bite in Livingston County?

Use the official Livingston County animal bite and rabies exposure reporting process. If medical attention is needed, seek health care first. For urgent injury or immediate danger, call 911.

⭐ Summary

Bottom line for Livingston County Health Department services

Use 517-546-9850 for the Livingston County Health Department main line at 2300 E Grand River Ave, Suite 102, Howell, MI 48843. Use 517-546-5459 for WIC and 517-546-9858 for Environmental Health, including wells, septic, food safety, pools, body art, sanitation and water testing.

Do not confuse the Health Department with the County Clerk Vital Records office. Birth, death and marriage certificates are handled through the County Clerk at 304 E. Grand River Ave., Howell, MI 48843. For urgent emergencies, call 911. For public health services, call first, confirm the right office, and bring the correct documents before visiting.