Health Services

Here at Head Start, we believe that quality healthcare is vital for growth and development in young children.

• We provide health screenings for all children in our program, including:
  • Growth Assessments
  • Hearing
  • Vision
  • Blood pressure (for those 3 years and older)
  • Lead testing (with parent consent for those there is no record received)
• Dental exams are provided for preschoolers by Knox County Health Department Dental Clinic.
•  We offer families assistance with finding a healthcare provider, especially if issues are identified during health screenings or dental exams.
• For children in Early Head Start: parents are encouraged to schedule dental exam appointments with providers in the area. If necessary, our staff assist parents with locating a dentist.
• The program gives reminders when well child checks and/or immunizations are due.
• We assist with:
  • Finding a medical home (primary care provider) and a dental home for the families we serve
  • TennCare applications and follow ups