Health Commissioner Donna Laake (center) is presented with a certificate of appreciation from members of the  Latino Educational Assimilation Resource
Network, Inc.  Pictured is the President, William Konop (left) and the Treasurer, Carrie VanDerzee (right).  The group donated Spanish translators, dictionaries, tapes, carrying cases and other material to assist personnel at the Norwood City Health Department better communicate with the Hispanic population in the Norwood community.  For more information, visit their website at  www.latinolearn.org.

The Norwood Health Department
 was founded in 1890 and was originally located in the basement of the City Municipal Building.  Because of the growing population and the need for expanded services and space, the City of Norwood constructed the building located at 2059 Sherman Avenue.  Many residents remember receiving oral polio sugar cubes and vaccinations at the health department.  We are mindful of the sacrifices that those before us made in bringing public health to the city. 

Our Mission
To prevent the spread of disease; promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors and protect our environment, residents and visitors from harmful effects of pollutants and diseases.

Our Vision
All people who live or work in Norwood are protected
from disease and other public health threats and are able
to utilize health information, services and resources
to achieve optimal health.

We welcome visitors to our facility and remain thankful for the support that we receive from the City of Norwood.