Our Public Health Services
Narcan Training & Distribution
Free training: Learn the knowledge and skills needed to recognize the signs of overdose and how to effectively give naloxone (Narcan) during emergencies. Participants receive a free naloxone kit. To schedule, call 508-991-6199 or send us an email.
Car Seat Safety Checks
Free car seat safety checks to make sure your car seat is properly installed. This service is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Cape Verdean Creole. To schedule, call 508-991-6199 or send us an email.
Safe Start: Baby Safety Classes
A free class for caregivers who are expecting or have a baby up to 1 year old. Learn about safe sleep, car seat safety, how to perform infant CPR, and how to respond to infant choking emergencies. For English, click here to sign up. Para español, haga clic aquí.
Safe@Home
Free class by SafeSitter® for children age 9-12 to learn to care for themselves when adults are away for a short period of time. Students learn basic first aid, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power outages or weather emergencies. Click here to sign up.
Community Outreach
Our team brings health-promotion resources and activities to community events in New Bedford, Fairhaven, and Acushnet. To find out where we'll be next, check out our events page.
Heartsaver CPR Training
Learn how to provide CPR, first aid, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) on infants, children, and adults. This is a hands-on, in-person training with certification provided through the American Heart Association. Click here to sign up.
Stop the Bleed Training
Free, hands-on class: Learn how to control different types of bleeding emergencies. These simple yet powerful skills can make the difference between life and death while waiting for first responders to arrive. Click here to sign up.
Babysitting Classes
Free class by SafeSitter® for children age 12-15 to learn to babysit. Students learn first aid and rescue skills (CPR and choking), child development, diapering, and tips for staying in control of themselves and the children they watch. Click here to sign up.
Blood Pressure & Wellness Clinics
Our nursing team can help you understand your risk for heart disease and other serious conditions and empower you to take steps toward better health. To see our upcoming clinics, visit our events page.
Seasonal Vaccines
Our nursing team offers seasonal flu vaccine clinics as well as in-office and in-home appointments. To schedule, call 508-991-6199.