Spencer County Health Department

10/12/2026

Is your child's car seat installed correctly? Let's make sure!

Did you know that as many as 85% of car seats are misused? Even small mistakes can make a big difference when it comes to keeping our little ones safe!

The Dale Police Department will be hosting a FREE Car Seat Inspection Clinic! Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to check your child's car seat and help ensure it's being used and installed correctly.

📅 Saturday, October 24th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Dale Police Department
103 S. Wallace St., Dale, IN

✅ Inspections are completely FREE!

✅ Get helpful guidance from certified technicians.

✅ Make sure your little one is riding as safely as possible!

📞 Contact Kevin Farmer to register by phone or email:
📱 812-649-2286
📧 [email protected]

Please remember: Your child, vehicle, and caregiver must all be present for the inspection.

💙 Whether you're a new parent, a grandparent, or have been buckling little ones in for years, a car seat safety check is always a good idea!

A few minutes checking a car seat could make a lifetime of difference.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with families in our community!

09/30/2026

School vaccine clinics are almost here!

With our first clinics coming up in less than a week, October 6th, at Rockport and Luce Elementary Schools, we wanted to share a quick look at Indiana’s school immunization requirements and recommendations for the 2026–2027 school year.

If your child is due for any vaccines, or you would like for them to receive the flu vaccine, our school clinics are an easy way to get them taken care of during the school day. If you would like your child to receive vaccines at their school clinic, please complete the online consent form! (p.s. The sooner the better)

Not sure what your child needs? The chart below is a great place to start. We’ll also review your child’s immunization record before the clinic to determine which vaccines are due.

First up: Rockport Elementary & Luce Elementary — October 6th!

Online consent form:
https://forms.gle/yvRuycnG8wMdpgKN8

Questions? Call the Spencer County Health Department at 812-649-4441.

09/21/2026

REMINDER PARENTS AND GUARDIANS:

You may have seen our school vaccine clinic information already or received a flyer from your child's school, but as October gets closer, we wanted to send out another reminder to get those consent forms submitted!

One quick form now = one less appointment to squeeze into your busy schedule later! Spencer County Health Department will be visiting area schools throughout October, making it easy for students to receive needed vaccines right at school during the school day.

If you would like your child to participate, please submit their consent form at least ONE WEEK before their school’s clinic date. This gives our nurses time to review forms, check immunization records, and make sure we have the correct vaccines and supplies ready for each student.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or complete the form here:
https://forms.gle/sDtZwnm5k7CVq3iu5

Not sure if your child is due for anything? Give us a call at 812-649-4441 and we’ll be happy to help check their immunization record.

If you’ve already completed your child’s form, you’re all set! Thank you to everyone who has already submitted theirs and helped us prepare for a smooth clinic day. 💙

09/14/2026

Good Morning, Spencer County!

The Fall 2026 School Vaccine Clinics will be here before you know it! Do not let those consent form due dates sneak up on you!

Just a reminder to submit your child's/children's Vaccine Consent form through Google forms AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THEIR SCHEDULED CLINIC DATE so that our team has plenty of time to review records and prepare for our clinic days.

Also, please only complete a Google Form if you would like your child/children to receive vaccines provided at the schools by the Spencer County Health Department. If you do not wish for your child/children to be vaccinated at these clinics, no form is needed!

With that said, get those forms in early and help us make the 2026 Fall School Vaccine Clinics smooth! Please share with anyone you know that may benefit from these services!

Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/yxGz3u3dfpqdkMnm6

The Spencer County Health Department's Fall School Vaccine Clinics are right around the corner for Kindergarten through 12th Grade Students!

The Spencer County Health Department will be visiting schools throughout the county this October to provide vaccines to students. Keep an eye on those backpacks! Flyers with information about your child’s upcoming school vaccination clinic will be sent home soon!

This year, we are excited to offer a new online consent form through Google Forms. Parents and guardians can simply scan the QR code on the flyer sent home with their student or use the QR code or link provided below to complete the consent form online.

For families who do not have access to a smartphone, computer, or internet, a limited number of paper consent forms will be available in the front office of each school or by reaching out to the Spencer County Health Department.

A completed consent form is required for each child to receive vaccines during the clinic. Check out the flyer below for our full Fall School Vaccine Clinic schedule, and contact the Spencer County Health Department at 812-649-4441 with any questions. We look forward to another great year of helping keep our students healthy!

PLEASE SHARE WITH ANYONE YOU KNOW WHO MAY HAVE CHILDREN WHO NEED SCHOOL REQUIRED VACCINES!

LINK TO ONLINE CONSENT FORM: https://forms.gle/VVgeHBG4FjQiQd6f9

09/04/2026

The Spencer County Health Department's Fall School Vaccine Clinics are right around the corner for Kindergarten through 12th Grade Students!

The Spencer County Health Department will be visiting schools throughout the county this October to provide vaccines to students. Keep an eye on those backpacks! Flyers with information about your child’s upcoming school vaccination clinic will be sent home soon!

This year, we are excited to offer a new online consent form through Google Forms. Parents and guardians can simply scan the QR code on the flyer sent home with their student or use the QR code or link provided below to complete the consent form online.

For families who do not have access to a smartphone, computer, or internet, a limited number of paper consent forms will be available in the front office of each school or by reaching out to the Spencer County Health Department.

A completed consent form is required for each child to receive vaccines during the clinic. Check out the flyer below for our full Fall School Vaccine Clinic schedule, and contact the Spencer County Health Department at 812-649-4441 with any questions. We look forward to another great year of helping keep our students healthy!

PLEASE SHARE WITH ANYONE YOU KNOW WHO MAY HAVE CHILDREN WHO NEED SCHOOL REQUIRED VACCINES!

LINK TO ONLINE CONSENT FORM: https://forms.gle/VVgeHBG4FjQiQd6f9

08/06/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our August Dale Vaccine Clinic! We loved seeing so many familiar and new faces, and we're grateful to everyone who chose to protect themselves, their families, and our community. Your support continues to make these monthly clinics a success!

💉 Mark your calendars now for our next Dale Vaccine Clinic!

Join us on Wednesday, September 2, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Dale Public Library.

Our monthly clinic isn't just for school vaccines! We offer:
✔️ School-required immunizations
✔️ Routine childhood vaccines
✔️ Recommended vaccines for teens and adults
✔️ Immunizations to help protect you at every stage of life
✔️TB Skin Tests

Whether you're getting your children school required vaccines, catching up on recommended vaccines, or simply staying up to date, we're here to make it convenient to receive the care you need—right here in northern Spencer County.

Appointments are required. Call the Spencer County Health Department at (812) 649-4441 to reserve your spot before they fill up!

Thank you again for making August such a wonderful clinic. We can't wait to see you in September!

07/30/2026

LAST REMINDER!

We are less than a week from our August Dale Vaccination Clinic! We are there to provide vaccines and/or TB skin tests for all ages! If you or anyone you know lives in the Northern part of Spencer County and needs to get caught up on vaccines, WE STILL HAVE 4 OPENINGS! Call the Spencer County Health Department at (812) 649-4441 to reserve your appointment!

As always, you can make appointment for vaccines, TB skin tests, and much more at the Rockport Office Monday-Friday (excluding Thursdays for TB skin tests) if you live in the Southern part of the county if or if you miss any of the monthly Dale clinics!

We hope to see you there for your scheduled appointment!

REMINDER: Our August Dale Vaccine Clinic is Almost Here!

Can you believe the first day of school is almost here? If checking vaccine records is still sitting on your to-do list, now is the perfect time to get it done before the last-minute rush begins!

Join the Spencer County Health Department at the Dale Public Library on Wednesday, August 5th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for our monthly immunization clinic! Whether your child needs school-required vaccines, you're sending a student off to college, or you're simply due for routine immunizations, we're here to help!

Also new this month: We will be offering TB skin tests for anyone needing one for school, work, or volunteer requirements.

REMEMBER: Appointments are required for both vaccines and TB skin tests, so give us a call at (812) 649-4441 to reserve a spot.

Take one more thing off your back-to-school checklist. We look forward to seeing you in Dale! And as always, we'd appreciate you sharing this post to help spread the word throughout our community!

07/22/2026

REMINDER: Our August Dale Vaccine Clinic is Almost Here!

Can you believe the first day of school is almost here? If checking vaccine records is still sitting on your to-do list, now is the perfect time to get it done before the last-minute rush begins!

Join the Spencer County Health Department at the Dale Public Library on Wednesday, August 5th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for our monthly immunization clinic! Whether your child needs school-required vaccines, you're sending a student off to college, or you're simply due for routine immunizations, we're here to help!

Also new this month: We will be offering TB skin tests for anyone needing one for school, work, or volunteer requirements.

REMEMBER: Appointments are required for both vaccines and TB skin tests, so give us a call at (812) 649-4441 to reserve a spot.

Take one more thing off your back-to-school checklist. We look forward to seeing you in Dale! And as always, we'd appreciate you sharing this post to help spread the word throughout our community!

07/02/2026

Happy Independence Day from the Spencer County Health Department!

Please note that our office will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen and resume normal hours on Monday, July 6th.

As our community gathers to celebrate with cookouts, fireworks, parades, and time with loved ones, we encourage everyone to keep health and safety in mind so that the holiday weekend is memorable for all the right reasons.

A few simple reminders:
- Stay hydrated and take breaks from the summer heat.
- Wear sunscreen and reapply throughout the day, especially if you're spending time outdoors.
- Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold to prevent foodborne illness.
- Leave fireworks to responsible adults and keep children at a safe distance, even sparks and cause serious burns.
- Always buckle up, drive safely, and designate a sober driver if your plans include alcohol.
- If you're enjoying time on the water, wear a life jacket and keep a close eye on children.

We are thankful for the opportunity to serve the residents of Spencer County and appreciate all that our community does to promote health, safety, and well-being year-round. We hope this holiday brings you time to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories with your family and friends.

From all of us at the Spencer County Health Department, we wish you a safe, healthy, and happy 4th of July weekend. Enjoy the celebration, take care of one another, and we'll see you back in the office on Monday!

07/02/2026

The back-to-school countdown is on! School will be back in session before we know it, and now is the perfect time to check those vaccine records and avoid that last-minute rush!

Join the Spencer County Health Department at the Dale Public Library on Wednesday August 5th, from 9am to 12pm for our monthly immunization clinic. We provide school required vaccines, routine childhood immunizations, and recommended vaccines for adults of all ages.

NEW THIS MONTH: We will also be offering TB skin tests during the Dale vaccine clinic. Perfect for students, employees, volunteers, or anyone needing testing for work or school requirements. Contact the Spencer County Health Department to inquire about this service and to get on our schedule!

This clinic isn't just for students! Whether you’re sending a child to kindergarten, heading off to college, staying up to date as an adult, or simply due for routine vaccines, we're here to help keep your whole family protected. Don't let a missing vaccine or TB skin test delay your first day of school!

REMINDER: VACCINES AND TB SKIN TESTS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Please call the Spencer County Health Department at (812)649-4441 to reserve your appointment time!

Please share with anyone you may know that would benefit from these services!