GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

What GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT does

Grays Harbor County Public Health and Social Services Department is a county-government public health agency headquartered at 2109 Sumner Avenue, Aberdeen, Washington, serving all residents of Grays Harbor County under the governance of a seven-member Board of Health (three elected county commissioners plus four non-elected members representing consumers, community stakeholders, healthcare providers, and tribal interests). The department operates under Washington State Department of Health authority and delivers a broad portfolio of mandated public health services rather than technology products: vital records issuance (birth and death certificates via in-person, mail, and VitalChek online channels), a sexual and reproductive health clinic, adult vaccines, the WIC nutrition program, the Behavioral Health Resource Guide, rental and homeless housing assistance, Veterans' Relief Fund, Medical Reserve Corps, suicide prevention programming, the Diaper Bank Network, and the North Beach School-Based Health Center, alongside coalitions (My TOWN, Harbor Strong) and family-support services. Its business model is primarily funded through state and federal public health grants plus county appropriations; direct earned revenue is limited to regulated vital records fees ($25 per certificate plus $4 mail fee) and clinical service fees collected on a sliding scale plus Apple Health and private insurance reimbursement, with a $3 card-payment processing fee via Point & Pay. The department has no proprietary technology platform — it relies on commodity tools (Squarespace website, VitalChek, Point & Pay, an Interlocal Agreement-based food worker training system borrowed from Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department) and distributes services through in-person clinics, mobile health van outreach, school-based sites, and community partnerships with Summit Pacific Medical Center, Quinault Wellness Center, Harbor Regional Health, CHOICE, Habitat for Humanity, and Blue Zones. Leadership includes Public Health Director Mike McNickle and Health Officer Dr. John Bausher. Recent strategic activity has centered on the 2025 Community Health Assessment/Improvement Plan, the 2025-2030 Homeless Housing Plan, and expansion of clinical/social-service touchpoints.

Name

GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Legal name

Grays Harbor County Public Health and Social Services Department

Website

https://healthygh.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Grays Harbor County Public Health and Social Services Department is a county-government public health agency in Aberdeen, Washington, delivering vital records, clinical, behavioral health, nutrition, housing, and family support services to all Grays Harbor County residents, funded primarily by state, federal, and county appropriations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government Public Health Services

NAICS

Health Care and Social Assistance (62), Administration of Veterans' Affairs (92314), Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food Services (62421), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

County/District/Local Health Departments (HLAJAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Maternal, Child & Family Health Departments (HLAJAAAK), Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Departments (HLAJAAAN), Community Health & Prevention Program Funding (HLAJALAF), Local Public Health & Human Services Administration (BPAIACAK)

Keywords

• Public health services
• Vital records issuance
• Community health programs
• Social services assistance
• Clinical health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Aberdeen

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vital Records Fees: Fees collected for birth and death certificates issued to authorized applicants. Certificates cost $25.00 per copy with an additional $4.00 mail processing fee per order.
2. Clinical Services Fees: Fees for sexual and reproductive health clinic services, vaccines, and other clinical services. The department accepts Apple Health, private insurance, and offers a sliding fee scale for services.
3. Government Funding and Grants: Funded through Washington State Department of Health, federal grants, and county appropriations. The department operates under the Washington State Board of Health and local Board of Health governance.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The department delivers essential public health and social services to Grays Harbor County residents, including issuing birth and death certificates, providing clinical services (sexual and reproductive health, adult vaccines), administering nutrition and family support programs (WIC, Parents as Teachers), and coordinating community health initiatives (homeless housing, veterans relief, behavioral health resources). It is funded by government appropriations and grants, and also collects fees for vital records and select clinical services.

Product overview

Grays Harbor County Public Health and Social Services Department is a local government health agency providing a comprehensive range of public health services organized as distinct programs rather than a unified software product. Core services include vital records (Birth & Death Certificates), clinical services (Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic with contraception, STI services, and vaccines), and community health programs (Behavioral Health Resource Guide, WIC nutrition program, Homeless Housing Task Force, and Veterans' Resources). The department also operates prevention-focused coalitions (My TOWN, Harbor Strong), school-based health centers, emergency preparedness (Medical Reserve Corps), and family support services. The organization functions as a traditional government health department rather than a technology platform, with no software products, APIs, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Birth & Death Certificate Services Vital records service enabling Grays Harbor County residents to order birth and death certificates online, by mail, or in person. Birth certificates are available for births from July 1, 1907 to present for Washington State; death certificates from August 1, 2012 to present. Cost is $25.00 per certificate with an additional $4.00 mail processing fee.
• Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic Comprehensive reproductive health clinic providing birth control (including LARCs, hormonal methods, and emergency contraception), STI screening and treatment, women's and men's health services, pregnancy testing, and preconception counseling. Accepts Apple Health, private insurance, and offers a sliding fee scale. Family Planning Only (FPO) Medicaid covers eligible individuals earning up to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.
• Vaccines Adult vaccine clinic providing immunizations including Tdap, influenza, Hepatitis A/B combo, HPV9, and Shingrix through the Washington State Adult Vaccine Program for uninsured or underinsured adults 19 years and older.
• Behavioral Health Resource Guide Comprehensive directory of local behavioral health resources compiled by Public Health staff to help residents find mental health and substance use services.
• WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Nutrition program providing food assistance and nutritional support for women, infants, and children.
• Rental Assistance Program Housing assistance program helping residents with rental support services.
• Veterans' Resources Veterans' Relief Fund providing assistance with rent, utilities, food, and other needs as a fund of last resort. Includes Veterans' Advisory Board and connection to service officers at veteran support organizations. Available to honorably discharged veterans who have been Grays Harbor County residents for at least 6 months with income below 200% of Federal Poverty Level.
• Homeless Housing Task Force (HHTF) Task force comprising representatives including individuals with lived experience, residents, service providers, healthcare providers, youth and veteran advocates, faith community, public health officials, and tribal representatives working on homeless housing issues, including the Grays Harbor County Five-Year Homeless Housing Plan 2025-2030.
• Community Health Assessment & Community Health Improvement Plan Collaborative health assessment and improvement planning process conducted with partners including Summit Pacific Medical Center, Quinault Wellness Center, Harbor Regional Health, and CHOICE to identify and address community health priorities.
• Grays Harbor Family Support Program (Parents as Teachers) Family support program providing parent education and resources through the Parents as Teachers evidence-based home visiting model.
• My TOWN Coalition Coalition focused on reducing drug use through community partnerships and prevention programs.
• Harbor Strong Coalition Community coalition addressing substance use prevention and behavioral health concerns.
• North Beach School-Based Health Center School-based health center providing healthcare services to students at North Beach School District.
• Diaper Bank Network Network of diaper supply distribution to support families in need within the community.
• Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer medical professional network for emergency preparedness and response activities.
• Suicide Prevention Suicide prevention programs and resources including crisis support through the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Summit Pacific Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare provider partner collaborating on Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHA/CHIP) 2025. Summit Pacific Medical Center is represented on the Board of Health by Dr. Shawn Andrews.
• Quinault Wellness CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan 2025 collaboration, working with Public Health on community health improvement initiatives.
• Harbor Regional HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare system partner in CHA/CHIP 2025 collaboration. Partner in behavioral health resource guide development and community health initiatives.
• CHOICEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner collaborating on CHA/CHIP 2025 and Living My Best Life documentary project. CHOICE assists in spreading awareness about health programs and community engagement opportunities.
• Washington State Department of HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing mandates, guidelines, and consultative guidance for local homeless housing plans and public health programs. Oversees Environmental Health Disparities Map program.
• Habitat for Humanity of Grays HarborminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for tiny house construction project funded through the county's Affordable Housing Pipeline fund. Three houses being built in various stages of construction.
• Blue ZonesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBlue Zones project aims to make healthy choices easier through environmental, policy, and social network interventions in Grays Harbor County.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Benton-Franklin Health District: Multi-county Washington State health district providing comparable services (clinical, environmental health, vital records, WIC) to a rural population base, structurally similar to Grays Harbor's operation.
• Whatcom County Health Department: Washington State county health department offering comparable public health programs including clinical services, environmental health, and community health initiatives, serving a mixed rural-urban county population.
• Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department: Adjacent Washington State county health department providing comparable public health services including vital records, clinical services, and environmental health. Already a partner via interlocal agreement (Food Worker Card training), making it the closest operational peer.
• Thurston County Public Health & Social Services: Washington State county-level public health and social services department serving Thurston County with similar programmatic structure including clinical services, WIC, environmental health, and social services administration.
• Mason County Public Health: Neighboring Washington State rural county public health department serving a similarly sized, geographically dispersed population with comparable clinical, environmental health, and social service programs.
• Snohomish County Health Department: Washington State county public health department delivering the same core services — vital records, immunizations, clinical care, environmental health, and community health programs — to a larger population base.
• Kitsap Public Health District: Washington State local public health jurisdiction providing clinical services, environmental health, vital records, and community health programs — closely comparable in mission and structure to Grays Harbor.
• Clark County Public Health: Washington State county public health agency offering similar services including vital records, clinical care, environmental health, and behavioral health resources in a comparable governance structure.
• Cowlitz County Health & Human Services: Washington State county-level health and human services department offering an integrated public health and social services model, comparable to Grays Harbor's combined Public Health and Social Services structure.

Broad incumbents

• Washington State Department of Health: State-level public health agency that oversees and funds Grays Harbor's operations, providing mandates, guidelines, and consultative guidance. Operates one level above county health departments with broader scope and authority.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

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