At Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department, your satisfaction is our top priority. We continually strive to improve our services and provide the best possible care to our community.
Please take a few moments to complete our Client Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve.
Thank you for your time and for helping us serve you better!
The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department, through funding from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), offers a Harm Reduction Program.
Lock bags and boxes are available in Benzie and Leelanau County.
Our vision is optimal community health and well-being supported by equitable services, outreach, and education, delivered by expert, caring, and compassionate public health professionals.
If your home in Benzie or Leelanau County has a well or septic system, a Time of Transfer (TOT) evaluation is required before the sale is final.
This inspection makes sure the systems are working properly and helps protect health and the environment.
✅ Plan ahead—the process can take 3–4 weeks.
✅ Don’t delay your closing—apply online today!
Learn more: https://bldhd.org/sewagewell-evaluation-form/
Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the U.S., and spring is peak season for tick bites. Protect yourself by using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and checking for ticks after being outdoors. Learn about Lyme disease symptoms and prevention.
Michigan parents/guardians who opt not to fully vaccinate their children before they enter school or childcare must receive education and request an exemption from their local public health department. BLDHD is transitioning to a virtual format for non-medical immunization exemption education. Review the new process below: https://bldhd.org/immunizations/immunization-waiver-education/
Benzie Office
6051 Frankfort Hwy
, Ste 100
Benzonia,
MI
49616
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm
Phone:
(231) 882-4409
(231) 882-4409
Fax: (231) 882-2204
Leelanau County
Health
Services
7401 E Duck Lake Rd., Ste 100
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm
Phone:
(231) 256-0200(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 882-0143
Leelanau County
Environmental
Services
8527 E. Government Center Dr.
Suite LL-007
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
8am-12pm and 1pm-4:30pm
Phone:
(231) 256-0201(231) 256-0200
Fax: (231) 256-0225
Please direct all media inquiries to:
Rachel Pomeroy, Public Information Officer
Phone: 231-882-6085
bldhd@bldhd.org
Free or low-cost health insurance for families. We can help you apply!
Call 1-833-674-2159 or apply online at MI Bridges
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