Outreach in the public health field has an overall aim to mitigate health disparities and meet the public community where they are.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- 806-378-6300
- 806-378-6306
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Office Hours:
Monday – Thursday
7:30 am – 6:00 pm -
Main Office:
1000 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107 -
Clinic:
850 Martin Rd
Amarillo, TX 79107
Public Health Outreach
The goals of the outreach team are to:
- Educate on heathy behaviors and practices
- Promote events, activities, and programs that work to reduce poor health outcomes
- Connect community members to additional services and community resources based on their individual or family’s needs
- Increase community awareness and access to all Amarillo Public Health programs and resources
Counties Covered
- Potter County
- Randall County
Services Offered
- Adult and Children immunizations
- Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing and free risk reduction supplies
- Education
Public Health Community Outreach Contact Information
- Outreach Program Manager Kaylee Pearman, BSN
- Phone: 806-378-6559
- Program email: aphoutreach@amarillo.gov
Public Health STD/HIV Testing Outreach Contact Information
- Disease Intervention Specialist Tonya Boyd
- Phone: 806-378-6346
Public Health Program Contact Information
- COVID Program Manager Kaylee Pearman — 806-378-6559
- Immunization Program Manager Alice Mayberry, RN — 806-378-6342
- HIV Program Coordinator Brooke Finney — 806-378-6331
public health outreach details & faqs
Public Health Education, Outreach & Programs
Communicable Disease
Provides education for kids and adults on everything from handwashing, animal bites, to what to do in an emergency.
Additional information is available online at Communicable Diseases.
Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies / Safe Kids
Provides information to keep moms and babies safe. Referrals to get a car seat inspection, free car seat, and mobile crib.
Click here for additional information on Healthy Amarillo Women.
Health Equity
Advocate and assist in healthcare navigation for refugees, parolees, the immigrant population, and populations with language barriers in the community.
Click here for additional information on the Health Equity Program.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness
Helps to educate the community on how to prepare for disasters, hazard threats, or attacks.
Click here for additional information available on amarilloalerts.com.
RESET Classes
The RESET Program is a free health and wellness program designed for residents aged 12 and up.
Outreach Immunizations and Testing Fees
No one will be turned away due to inability to pay. Cash payments are accepted during outreach events.
Who is eligible for Outreach Immunizations and STD Testing?
- Adult immunizations: Uninsured individuals
- Children’s immunizations: Uninsured individuals or those who have Medicaid
- STD testing: patients 13 years old and older (no parent necessary)
What is the cost for immunizations?
- Children (18 and younger): $13.75 each (maximum $27.50)
- Adults: $13.75 each
- Children on Medicaid: No charge
What is the cost for STD Testing?
- HIV testing: Free
- Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Syphilis testing: $20
- Trichomoniasis testing: $8.72
Can I have the Public Health Outreach Team attend my event?
We can come to you. Complete an online request form to book with our outreach team today! You can also request for our programs to come and do presentations in addition to events.
Public Health Outreach FAQs
Is the Public Health outreach team available on weeknights and weekends?
Yes, the Public Health outreach team has flexible availability.
What immunizations are available for adults and children?
Adult Immunizations are available based on the current Adult Safety Network formulary (ASN).
Children’s Immunizations are based on the current Texas Vaccines for Children formulary (TVFC).
Who can receive Public Health services?
- Adult immunizations: Available for uninsured individuals.
- Children’s immunizations: Available for uninsured individuals or children with Medicaid.
- STD testing: Available for individuals 13 years and older (parental consent not required).
- Health education: Available to everyone.
Can the Public Health outreach team travel outside of Potter and Randall County?
No. The Public Health team cannot travel outside of Potter and Randall Counties. Individuals who reside outside of Potter and Randall County can come to the Amarillo Health Department Clinic.
What STDs can Public Health test for at outreach events?
At Public Health outreach events, the team can test for:
- Gonorrhea
- Chlamydia
- Syphilis
- HIV
How far in advance does for an outreach mobile unit request need to be made?
Availability varies, please contact Public Health at 806-378-6559 for all inquiries.
Will the Public Health mobile outreach unit come to every event?
The Public Health mobile unit availability is based on requests, scheduled events, and weather conditions.
How much space is needed for the Public Health mobile outreach unit?
The Public Health mobile outreach unit is 40 feet long and 13 feet tall.