Health & Human Services, Forsyth County North Carolina

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Health & Human Services Programs

Adult Services

Services that decrease recidivism and various services for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Behavioral Health

Resources and programs available to assist with mental and behavioral health.

Community Partners

Organizations that collaborate with Health and Human Services to better serve the residents of Forsyth County.

Economic Services

Services to adults, families, and children that contribute to the families' financial and economic stability.

Environmental Health

Routine inspections of food and lodging establishments, daycare, schools, institutions, tattoo parlors, drinking water, pools, and vector control.

Family & Children

Services that offer nutritional education and safeguards for children's well-being, safety, and permanence by supporting and enhancing family systems.

Health Education

Programs to educate and encourage healthy lifestyle behaviors to prevent or delay the onset of disease, improve health and provide training and learning opportunities geared towards employment.

Health Services

Preventative, diagnosis, treatment, physical and behavioral health services.

Teen Services

Teen programs provide educational sessions throughout the year for youth between the ages of 9-18 and include services to help teens transition from foster care.

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Publications and documents.

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Latest News

6/1/2026

Elder abuse includes domestic violence

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

5/27/2026

Food for Thought Nutrition Newsletter

Forsyth Food for Thought is a monthly online nutrition newsletter with practical, easy-to-use information to support healthy living. Each issue features seasonal nutrition tips, simple recipes, interactive activities, and highlights of current programs and community partnerships.

5/19/2026

Fox in Kernersville tests positive for rabies

The Forsyth County Department of Public Health has reported that a fox in the vicinity of Kerner Mill Greenway in Kernersville has tested positive for rabies after it attacked 3 people on May 14.

5/13/2026

Harm Reduction Day Event on May 14

In recognition of International Harm Reduction Day, community members are invited to a free drop-in event on Thursday, May 14, from 3-6 p.m. in the Southeast Shopping Center’s parking lot at 3029 Waughtown St. In Winston-Salem.

5/5/2026

Harm Reduction Day Event on May 7

In recognition of International Harm Reduction Day, community members are invited to a free drop-in event on Thursday, May 7, from 3-6 p.m. in the Southeast Shopping Center’s parking lot at 3029 Waughtown St. In Winston-Salem.

4/20/2026

Wear Jeans on April 29 for Sexual Assault Awareness

Everyone is encouraged to wear jeans on Wednesday, April 29, for Denim Day to support survivors of sexual assault and raise awareness of sexual violence.

Health and Human Services

At a Glance

Residents in Food & Nutrition Program

Residents Receiving Medicaid Benefits

Total Households Assisted with ERAP Funding

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Learn more about the Health and Human Services Board, including all volunteer members.

Forsyth County Health & Human Services Community Outreach Request Form

Public Health

799 North Highland Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Phone: 336-703-3100
Fax: 336-748-3292

Social Services

741 North Highland Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Phone: 336-703-3800
Fax: 336-727-2842

Bridges to Hope

725 North Highland Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Phone: 336-776-3255

Behavioral Health Services

650 Highland Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Phone: 336-703-2600

Communicable Disease

After Hours Emergency CD Line for Providers
336-409-0357

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Health & Human Services Programs

Adult Services

Behavioral Health

Community Partners

Economic Services

Environmental Health

Family & Children

Health Education

Health Services

Teen Services

More Resources

Health and Human Services Customer Feedback

Latest News

Elder abuse includes domestic violence

Food for Thought Nutrition Newsletter

Fox in Kernersville tests positive for rabies

Harm Reduction Day Event on May 14

Harm Reduction Day Event on May 7

Wear Jeans on April 29 for Sexual Assault Awareness

Health and Human Services

At a Glance

Residents in Food & Nutrition Program

Residents Receiving Medicaid Benefits

Total Households Assisted with ERAP Funding

Meet Our Directors

Denise Price

DeWanna Hamlin

Joshua Swift

Christa Smith

Michael Duncan

Public Health

Social Services

Bridges to Hope

Behavioral Health Services

Communicable Disease

Find Us on Social Media

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Forsyth County