Health

The mission of the Health Department: Prevent disease, by promoting a safe community and healthy environment to all residents and visitors, while upholding public health-based regulations, which protect the quality of life.

• View the Advisory Board of Health
• Quarterly Report to the Board of Selectmen: July 2023 (PDF)
• Mental Health and Crisis Resources
• Search Inspection Reports for Restaurants and Cosmetology Salons

Food & Inspections

Connecticut Adopts the 2022 FDA Food Code.  Visit the Food Protection Program page for more information.

COVID-19 Information

As of September 25, 2023, every US household can again place an order to receive more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home.

Additional Information

• TV79 Interview with David Knauf, Darien Director of Health, discussing Health Department activities - December 5, 2022
• Preparing for Emergencies (PDF)
• Region1 Health Departments YouTube Videos
• Community Calendar