By The St. Clair County Health Department
The St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) announced it will transition operation of the school‑based health clinic at Algonac Jr./Sr. High School to Community First Health Centers. SCCHD operated the clinic through Sept. 1, 2025 when it closed to comply with Dr. Nevin’s directive. SCCHD is leading this transfer to restore and sustain access to care for students and families in the Algonac area.
SCCHD secured approval from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to transfer school‑based health funding to Community First Health Centers, supporting the resumption and continuity of services.
Currently, Community First Health Centers and SCCHD are working closely with the State of Michigan to ensure all program requirements, rules, and regulations are met prior to reopening. This includes completing the grant application and contracting process, as well as hiring qualified staff to support clinic operations. These important steps will ultimately determine the timeline for reopening.
“We would not have been able to move this transition forward without our strong relationships among Algonac Schools, MDHHS, and Community First Health Centers. We appreciate their partnership to restore and sustain these essential services for our students and families” said Liz King, RN, BSN, Director-Health Officer of SCCHD.