Services are available for all ages and for any nutrition-related issue including:
- Weight management
- Diabetes
- High cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Eating disorders
- Pregnancy
- Overweight/underweight children
- Feeding issues
- Fitness and sports performance
- General healthy eating
Nutrition Counseling Services Flyer (English) (Spanish)
Fees are charged on a sliding scale based on income and may be covered by insurance.
Making a Nutrition Referral
If you are a medical provider and would like to make a referral, please complete the referral form and fax to the Registered Dietitian. Referral Form | Referral Instructions
- Chapel Hill fax: (919) 968-2013
- Hillsborough fax: (919) 644-3312
Orange County Diabetes Self Management Education Program
The health department's Nutrition Services Program offers Diabetes Self Management Education (DSME) to help residents with type 2 diabetes better manage their disease and prevent future complications. Visit the DSME page to learn more about the program, its benefits, and how to join.
Additional Links and Resources:
The Orange County Health Department collaborates with local orginizations, community groups, and healthcare providers to provide nutrition-related programs, classes, and also to serve on coalitions and task force groups related to nutrition, wellness and chronic disease. Please contact nutrition services for more information.
- National Nutrition Month 2010
- Orange County Cooperative Extension (919-245-2053 for Breastfeeding Support)
- Healthy Carolinians of Orange County
- Additional Nutrition Resources
- Diabetes Resources
- Eat Smart Move More
Nutrition Counseling Services
Renee Kemske, MPH, RD, LDN
rkemske@co.orange.nc.us
Phone: 919 968-2022 ext 309 (Chapel Hill) or 919 245-2380 (Hillsborough)
Fax: 919 968-2013 (Chapel Hill) 919 644-3312 (Hillsborough)