The Detroit Health Department Satellite Services Center

The Detroit Health Department provides access to a full range of services on the east side of Detroit through its Satellite Services hub at Samaritan Center. It offers immunizations for children and adults, lead screenings, plus resources and referrals for wraparound services.

Detroit Health Department Programs and Services

Immunizations  
Every Wednesday 
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
(313) 876-IMMS (4667) 
Vaccines for infants, children and adults. Patients should bring their shot record, picture ID and insurance card. 
 

COVID-19 testing 
Monday-Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
313-876-4554 
COVID-19 testing is available without an appointment. Walk-in welcome. 
 

Children’s Special Health Care Services 
Every 3rd Monday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
313-876-4223 
Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) provides services to eligible young people up to 26 years of age living with one or more of 2700 qualifying medical conditions, and also persons of all ages with Sickle Cell Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, or certain blood disorders. Eligibility is based on the individual’s diagnosis, severity, and treatment plan—NOT income. A full range of assistance and coverage is available.
 

Lead Safe Detroit 
Every 2nd Tuesday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
313-876-0133 
The Lead Safe Detroit Coalition provides health services and lead education, removes hazardous lead sources in homes, conducts school and home water testing, improves compliance of rental owners and strengthens environmental standards for lead. 
 

iDecide Detroit 
Every Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
833-9-DECIDE (833-933-2433)  
iDecide Detroit is a network of teen friendly reproductive health care providers that offer services like condoms, birth control, STI testing and treatment to help you protect your sexual health.  
 

HIV/STI Program 
Every Thursday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
313-876-4204 
Detroit Health Department HIV/STI Program provides community outreach, education, condom distribution and resources for testing and treatment. 
 

Maternal Child Health 
Every 4th Tuesday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
This division is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women, children and families living in the city of Detroit. Our main goal is to establish and implement equitable, preventive and intervention strategies that address negative or adverse health disparities and outcomes for Detroit residents. Services include: 
 

         Infant Safe Sleep 
         313-961-BABY (2229)  
         Infant Safe Sleep offers classes teaching the ABCs of safe sleep. Classes are held weekly; one-on-one sessions are offered when required. Pack-n-Plays are provided for families who demonstrate a need to establish a safe sleep environment for their baby. 
 

       SisterFriends Detroit 
       313-961-BABY (2229)  
       The SisterFriends Detroit Program focuses on improving birth outcomes and reducing infant mortality by linking pregnant women to resources and services. Women are connected to a mentor who provides social support during pregnancy and until their baby’s first birthday, creating a circle of care. 
 

       961-BABY Resource Line 
       961-BABY links mothers, fathers, and other caregivers to services and resources in the Health Department and with community organizations based on individual needs.  
 

      Fatherhood Program 
      313-961-BABY (2229)  
      The Fatherhood Program promotes the overall health and well-being of men and their children. The program provides education, resources, and supportive services and network for men in partnership with Detroit organizations. 
 

Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) 
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
313-876-4555 
The WIC program provides nutritious foods, nutrition education & counseling, breastfeeding support, and referral services that may help your family in a time of need. 
 

Vision & Hearing 
Every 2nd Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
313-876-0134 
The Vision and Hearing Program provides FREE vision and hearing screenings to all children in Detroit, ages 3-18 years old. 
 

Behavioral Health  
Every 1st Monday
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Behavioral Health Program believes in the power of prevention. Our Naloxone, Mental Health, Harm Reduction, Educational Workshops, Outreach, and substance use disorder (SUD) Programs is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to make informed choices, develop healthy lifestyles, reduce risk factors, and prevent the onset of substance use disorders to enhance the overall well-being of our communities. 
[email protected] 
 

Ceasefire Detroit 
Call for an appointment. 
313-224-1257 
Ceasefire Detroit is a community violence intervention initiative that utilizes a focused deterrence model to address and reduce violence within the city. This program provides: Mentoring, Community Intervention, and Legal Aid Support to program members. 
 

Detroit Safe Routes Ambassadors Program 
Call for an appointment. 
313-418-8982 
The Safe Routes Ambassadors Program provides bicycle and pedestrian law education at the Detroit Health Department to reduce traffic deaths and serious injuries in the city of Detroit. The Safe Routes Ambassadors program provides practical, skills-based traffic safety education, community walk audits, bike safety kits, and physical activity resources.