911 Central Dispatch
Text to 911 Available
Call if you can, text if you can’t. If it is not safe to speak, you may text directly to 911. A dispatcher will respond to determine your location and send help.
Call Processing
Answering all 911 and non-emergency calls within St. Joseph County and providing life-saving instructions.
Emergency Dispatch
Coordinating dispatch for 22 police, fire, and ambulance services across 512 square miles.
After-Hours Link
Providing a reliable answering point for Human Services and Public Works after standard business hours.
Specialized Medical Support
We are striving to develop a database of residents who require specialized life support. This information allows us to prioritize welfare checks during power outages, severe weather, or county-wide emergencies.
Note: Due to HIPAA regulations, we require your explicit written permission to maintain your medical needs in our system.
Department Documents
Group Tours & Questions
To arrange a tour or ask general questions, contact the center at:
(269) 467-4165