Health

Overview

The township provides a wide variety of health-related services including public health nursing services, environmental health activities, animal control, vital statistics maintenance, and curbside garbage collection through the Department of Health and Construction Codes. These services originate from what is commonly referred to as the health department which is headed by a licensed health officer who collaborates with a variety of county and state agencies in an effort to keep the community as safe as possible.

Public Health Nursing Services

Personal health services include adult screenings for blood pressure, blood chemistry profiles, skin cancer, male and female cancers, well-child health clinic, flu immunizations for seniors, health risk appraisals, educational programs, health counseling, and referrals. Find more information on the Health Screenings page. 

Environmental Health Activities

Environmental health activities include inspections of food establishments, food vending machines, multiple dwelling rentals, bathing places, and campgrounds, as well as the monitoring of solid waste disposal, potable water supply, and septic systems. The issuance of permits for fertilizer applications and the licensing of therapeutic massage establishments are also the responsibility of the health department.

• Food Licenses page
• Septic System/Wells page
• New Lead Paint Inspection Program

Animal Control

The township has three animal control officers who provide animal rescue and care for sick or abandoned animals. They also operate the animal shelter (located in India Brook Park at 97 Ironia Road in Mendham) and oversee the operation of the dog park, conduct free rabies immunization clinics, and are responsible for issuing dog and cat licenses. 

For more information visit: 

• Animal Shelter page
• Dog Park page
• Dog / Cat Licenses page
• Animal Control page

Vital Statistics

All births, deaths, marriages, and civil unions occurring within the township are recorded by the registrar of vital statistics. If you're getting married, entering into a civil union, or would like to obtain certified copies of any of the documents maintained by the registrar, please see the choices available under the vital statistics link in the "Services" section of our navigation menu.

Garbage Collection/Recycling

Garbage collection and recycling are coordinated by the health department. Find more information on the Recycling and Garbage main page.