Human Services Department

Established in 1928, the Saginaw County Department of Public Health, also known as SCDPH, is responsible for the protection of public health. It administers the Blood Lead Testing Program for children between the ages of 1 and 5. The department maintains several immunization clinics throughout Saginaw County in Michigan. It offers vaccinations against diphtheria, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella and meningitis. The Saginaw County Department of Public Health also provides a range of substance abuse treatment and prevention services. Its dental services division offers topical fluoride treatment solutions to children in kindergarten through grade 12. Additionally, the department maintains family planning and sexually transmitted disease clinics.

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights, as the operational arm of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, is dedicated to investigating alleged discrimination and ensuring the equal protection of civil rights in accordance with the Michigan Constitution. It handles complaints of discrimination by conducting impartial investigations and striving for resolutions, while also promoting adherence to civil rights laws through educational initiatives. By forging coalitions around shared concerns and actively participating in the state government, the Department broadens its impact and advocates for equal rights. Emphasizing collaboration and proactive measures, it plays a vital role in fostering a fair and inclusive society by addressing issues of discrimination and promoting voluntary compliance with civil rights regulations. Generated from the website content

Saginaw Township Fire Department provides fire suppression and emergency services for Saginaw Charter Township in Saginaw, Mich. The department is divided into three companies, which are responsible for a different section of the city. Combined, Saginaw Township Fire Department has has more than 90 trained personnel, three main line engines, two tower ladders, one quint, three squads, one command vehicle, one utility truck with a trailer and one reserve engine. The department s central office is located at 4930 Shattuck Road, near the Saginaw Township Hall and government offices. Saginaw Charter Township is located in Saginaw County in Michigan and has a population of more than 40,000. The township was formed in 1831 and incorporated in 1857. The area now comprising Saginaw Charter Township is the remnant of what was originally a large tract of land encompassing what now includes more than four counties.