Santa Barbara County Public Health Department

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department is a public health organization based in Orcutt, California. With over 500 employees, the department plays a vital role in the well-being of the Santa Barbara County community. The department provides a wide range of services to improve the health of its residents. These include disease outbreak investigations, health education campaigns, food establishment inspections, and healthcare services for high-risk mothers, children, and underserved populations through its health clinics. They also operate an Animal Services program focused on the well-being of pets. In addition to its core services, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department actively participates in emergency response, staffing medical shelters and ensuring the safety of residents during crises. The department is committed to health equity and operates community-based programs and health care centers strategically located across the county. For more information about the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and its initiatives, visit www.sbcphd.org.