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Division of Community Health

About

The Division of Community Health works to improve the health and well-being of all Nassau County residents by fostering strong partnerships, providing inclusive health education, and addressing health disparities across our communities.

Through collaboration with local organizations, health partners, and residents, the Division ensures that public health messages, services, and programs are accessible, culturally responsive, and tailored to the diverse needs of Nassau County. By advancing equity, expanding access, and strengthening trust, the Division of Community Health helps build a healthier future for all.

Nassau Navigator

Nassau Navigator is an easy way for residents to find help, based on our comprehensive directory of local resources. Whether you need medical care, financial assistance, food pantries, childcare, job training, or other free or low-cost services, just search by ZIP code to see what’s available in your area.

Bureau of Community Outreach

The Bureau of Community Outreach strives to develop and maintain strong relationships between the DOH and Nassau County residents. Community Outreach works closely with all divisions of health department to amplify essential health messages to the public and effectively navigate referrals and resources. Through collaboration with community organizations and informed by local data, the Bureau of Community Outreach is committed to providing consistent and relevant health education programs and events for all of the diverse communities in Nassau County.

Calendar of Events 

Contact 
For all inquiries, please call or email:
516-227-9694
dohcommunityoutreach@nassaucountyny.gov 

Bureau of Health Access

The Bureau of Health Access is committed to improving health outcomes for residents living in underserved and historically marginalized communities throughout Nassau County. Through strategic partnerships and targeted initiatives, the bureau works to reduce health disparities and expand access to care, services, and information for those who need it most.

While Nassau County overall ranks high in health outcomes, significant gaps persist. The Bureau of Health Access takes a data-driven, community-informed approach to address these inequities and promote lasting change.

This work includes:

  • Partnering with local organizations, healthcare providers, and community leaders to deliver health education, outreach, and services in underserved areas;
  • Sharing data and best practices to guide equitable, evidence-based strategies that meet community needs; and
  • Supporting and mentoring emerging public health leaders who are committed to advancing health equity across Nassau County.

By building trust and removing barriers, the Bureau of Health Access helps ensure that all residents—regardless of background or ZIP code—have the opportunity to live healthier lives.

What are Social Determinants of Health?

Social determinants of health (SDOH) are the conditions in the environments where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks.

SDOH can be grouped into 5 domains:

SDOH

Additional Agency Resources

New York State Office of Minority Health: The Office of Health Disparities Prevention (OMH-HDP) works with individuals, communities, government, and public/private partners. Their goal is to ensure high quality, affordable and accessible health care for all New Yorkers.

Nassau County Department of Social Services: The Nassau County Department of Social Services is committed to strengthening and preserving families by providing financial assistance and services to residents of Nassau County.

Nassau County Department of Human Services: Nassau County Department of Social Services provides the residents of Nassau County with a constituent centered and holistic approach to the delivery of services and information through and between its Office for the Aging, Office of Mental Health, Chemical Dependency, and Developmental Disabilities Service, Office for the Physically Challenged, and Office of Youth Services.

Nassau County Office for the Aging: The Office for the Aging empowers older persons to live more independently in their own homes and communities.

Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs 

Nassau County Office of Hispanic Affairs 

Nassau County Office of Asian American Affairs

The Office of Minority Affairs, the Office of Hispanic Affairs, and the Office of Asian American Affairs strengthen communities through programs which promote the development of economic and cultural opportunities for the county's racial/ethnic minority residents.

Nassau County Veterans Service Agency: The Vision of the Veterans Service Agency is to ensure that all eligible Veterans and their families receive the benefits they are entitled to.