This program is funded by a grant from the Texas Department of Health. This bureau is charged with the responsibility of providing dental health services for qualified residents of the Health District and overseeing other specialized services that support the overall operation of the Health District. The services provided by this bureau include dental treatment, education and screening to indigent children, pregnant women, and HIV positive residents in need of dental care. This division provides sliding fee dental health treatment, education, and counseling for indigent children and adolescents ages 3-20. Adult dental emergency care is also available.
Dental care is given to expectant mothers referred from District prenatal clinics.
The Health Facilities Division provides for the maintenance, custodial service, and building operations for all facilities used by the Health District. It also conducts grounds maintenance, and oversees contracts with local contractors for logistical, construction, and supportive services. A central offset print shop is used for Health District activities. Courier van service links the Health District's neighborhood clinics and service sites by delivering vaccines, and transporting lab specimens, supplies, and documents. This unit is charged with the responsibility of coordinating any emergency operation activities assigned to the Health District.