The Franklin County Health Department is temporarily moving its services so the existing health department building in Carnesville can be renovated.
The building officially closes Monday, August 14.
To minimize the disruption of services, the health department is scheduled to reopen at the Franklin County Board of Education, Historical Society Wing (280 Busha Road, Carnesville, GA 30521) on August 21 until work on the health department is completed. The renovation is expected to last until mid-October.
“During this period, we are committed to ensuring minimal disruption to essential public health services,” says District Two Public Health spokesperson Natasha Young.
Service delivery plan
Several measures have been taken to ensure continued access to critical health services, including the following:
Relocation of Services: While our main facility undergoes renovations, we have established alternative locations where citizens can access essential health services.
- Dental services will move to Hart County Health Department (64 Reynolds St. Hartwell, GA 30643). Call 706-376-5117 to schedule an appointment.
- WIC will offer remote services beginning August 1. Participants will be served in person, as needed, at Banks County Health Department (667 Thompson St, Homer, GA 30547) or Hart County Health Department (64 Reynolds St. Hartwell, Ga 30643).
- Environmental Health Services will move to the Franklin County Board of Education building (280 Busha Road, Carnesville, GA 30521).
Continuity of Services: Our team is working diligently to ensure that vital health programs and services remain uninterrupted. Women’s Health, Family Planning, Prenatal Case Management, Child Health, Immunizations, General Clinic, STD, and TB services will continue to be accessible during the renovation period. Appointments are required during the renovation; please call 706-384-5575.
Community Partnerships: We are collaborating closely with local healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies to ensure a seamless transition during the renovation period. These partnerships will help facilitate access to health services and minimize any inconvenience to the community.
“We would like to express our gratitude to the community for their understanding and patience during this renovation period. We firmly believe that these improvements will enable us to serve the community even better and uphold our commitment to safeguarding public health,” says Young.
