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Frequently Asked Questions

Human Services Program

Human Services Program
  •  772-226-1423
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    Mailing Location

    1800 27th Street 

    2nd Floor 

    Vero Beach, FL 32960


 Below are answers to frequently asked questions we receive.

  1. Who can I call if I need transportation getting to the health department?
  2. Where can I go to get assistance with rent, utilities, prescriptions or food?
  3. Who do I call to report unsanitary conditions at a restaurant or food store?
  4. Who do I call to report a possible case of food poisoning?
  5. Where can I go to pick up or drop off sharps containers?
  6. Where can I go to check the background of a physician or if I have a complaint against a physician?

 
1. Who can I call if I need transportation getting to the health department?
GoLine is the Indian River County public transportation system with bus service throughout the county. Please visit GoLine, or call 772-569-0903 for more information.


2. Where can I go to get assistance with rent, utilities, prescriptions or food?
The Indian River County Human Services program has temporary assistance programs to help with payment for rent, utility, or prescriptions and has a food pantry available to those who qualify. Call 772-226-1423 for more information.


3. Who do I call to report unsanitary conditions at a restaurant or food store?
The Department of Business and Professional Regulations is responsible for inspecting food establishments. Please visit their website or call them at 850-487-1395 for more information.

4. Who do I call to report a possible case of food poisoning?
Visit food safety and hygiene for information on reporting possible cases of food poisoning.


5. Where can I go to pick up or drop off sharps containers?
The Florida Department of Health in Indian River County's Environmental Health department provides public sharps containers and disposal of sharps to the public. Visit biomedical waste for more information.


6. Where can I go to check the background of a physician or if I have a complaint?
The Division of Medical Quality Assurance has information regarding Florida physician backgrounds and licensure as well as information about how to file a complaint against a physician or check disciplinary actions.