A safe start creates a strong future - Health centers in Agder
Find all health centers in Agder in one place. This page provides an updated and quality-assured overview of health centers in all municipalities, with information about services for pregnant women, children, young people and families. The goal is to make it easy to find the right health center and at the same time provide a comprehensive overview of preventive health services in Agder.
Introduction
Agder is Norway's southernmost county and stretches from the harsh coast of the Skagerrak to forests, valleys and mountains in Setesdal. The county is known for its long coastal culture, strong industry, tourism, power production and vibrant local communities. With Kristiansand as the regional center and many smaller municipalities with strong local traditions, Agder is a county where preventive health care plays an important role throughout the life cycle.
The health stations in Agder follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Here, residents meet midwives, public health nurses and other health personnel who work with health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention to give children a safe and good start in life.
On this page you will find a municipal overview of the health centers in Agder. The overview is continuously quality-assured against the municipalities' own information and updated when changes occur.
Why have I created this overview?
When I started working on The Invisible Capital , I wanted to highlight the capital that is rarely included in the accounts, but which means the most to society – people.
Health centers are perhaps one of the clearest examples of this invisible capital. Every single day, midwives, public health nurses and other health personnel meet pregnant women, infants, children, adolescents and parents with knowledge, care and prevention. They contribute to safety, health and quality of life long before challenges develop into larger problems.
This overview is therefore far more than a collection of addresses. It highlights the scope of a national social mission that is carried out every day in small and large municipalities throughout Norway. When we see all the health centers together, it becomes clear how extensive this work actually is – and how important it is for individuals, families and society as a whole.
Good public health is not created only in hospitals or doctor's offices. It is built through thousands of small encounters between people – in conversations with parents, during health examinations, vaccinations, advice and guidance. It is these everyday efforts that create values that we can rarely measure in kroner, but which have enormous significance for quality of life, security and sustainable local communities.
This is precisely what Invisible Capital is all about – highlighting the people, knowledge and relationships that create value every single day, often without us noticing them.
Åmli municipality
Åmli municipality is located in the northeast of Agder and has Åmli as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its large forest areas, rivers and lakes, strong traditions in forestry and outdoor activities, and a vibrant rural community. Åmli offers good opportunities for hunting, fishing and nature experiences all year round. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Åmli health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Arendal Municipality
Arendal municipality is located on the Skagerrak coast and is the largest municipality in Agder measured by population. The city has long traditions as a seafaring and trading town and is known for its beautiful archipelago, historic wooden houses and a rich cultural life. Arendal is also an important regional center for business, education and public activities. With a comprehensive range of health and childcare services, the municipality works purposefully to give pregnant women, children, young people and families a safe and good start in life. The health centers play a central role through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early preventive efforts.
Health centers
Arendal Health Center (Center)
Hisøy Health Center
Tromøy Health Center
Eydehavn health center
Stuenes Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Birkenes Municipality
Birkenes municipality is located in the inland east of Agder and has Birkeland as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its large forest areas, lakes and rivers, strong traditions in forestry and agriculture, and an active local community with proximity to both Kristiansand and Arendal. Birkenes offers good opportunities for outdoor activities all year round, with hunting, fishing, canoeing and hiking trails in scenic surroundings. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Birkenes Health Center (Birkeland)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Bygland municipality
Bygland municipality is located in the middle of Setesdal in Agder and has Bygland as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its magnificent valley and mountain landscape, the beautiful Byglandsfjord and strong traditions in agriculture, forestry and tourism. Bygland offers good opportunities for fishing, canoeing, mountain hikes and other nature experiences all year round. With a close and safe local community, the health center is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the health center follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through the child's first year of life and contributes to a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Bygland health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Bykle municipality
Bykle municipality is located in the far north of Setesdal in Agder and has Bykle as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its spectacular high mountain landscape, strong cultural traditions and as the host municipality for Hovden, one of Norway's largest ski and mountain destinations. Bykle has an active business sector in tourism, power generation and agriculture, and offers good opportunities for skiing, mountain hiking, cycling, hunting and fishing all year round. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Bykle health center
Hovden health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Evje and Hornnes municipality
Evje and Hornnes municipality is centrally located in Setesdal in Agder and has Evje as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful inland landscape, the salmon-rich Otra River, rich mineral deposits and strong traditions in trade, tourism and outdoor activities. Evje is a popular tourist destination with activities such as rafting, mineral hunting, canoeing and camping, and functions as a natural regional center for inner Agder. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Evje and Hornnes Health Center (Evje)
Hornnes health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Farsund Municipality
Farsund municipality is located in the far southwest of Agder and has Farsund as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful archipelago, long maritime traditions and historic wooden houses. With proximity to Lista, one of Norway's most important areas for bird migration and a popular destination for nature and culture enthusiasts, Farsund has a varied business community within trade, tourism, industry and sea-related businesses. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Farsund Health Center
Vanse health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Flekkefjord municipality
Flekkefjord municipality is located in the west of Agder, near the border with Rogaland, and has Flekkefjord as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful location at the heart of the Flekkefjord, the historic wooden houses, strong seafaring traditions and a varied business community within industry, trade and maritime activities. Flekkefjord is also an important regional center in Lister with an active cultural life and good opportunities for outdoor activities along the coast, in the forest and mountains. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Flekkefjord health center
Sira health center
Gyland health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Gjerstad municipality
Gjerstad municipality is located in the east of Agder and has Gjerstad as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful forest areas, lakes and hilly landscapes, with strong traditions in forestry, agriculture and outdoor activities. Gjerstad offers good opportunities for hunting, fishing, canoeing and nature walks, while the proximity to both the coast and the inland makes the municipality attractive for settlement and recreation. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Gjerstad health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Grimstad Municipality
Grimstad municipality is located on the Skagerrak coast in Agder and has Grimstad as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful archipelago, white-painted wooden houses, long seafaring traditions and a rich cultural life. Grimstad is also associated with Henrik Ibsen, who worked in the town in his youth, and is today an important knowledge municipality with the University of Agder campus. The municipality has a varied business sector within education, technology, health, trade and tourism. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Grimstad health center
Fevik health center
Fjære health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Hægebostad Municipality
Hægebostad municipality is located in the Lister region in western Agder and has Tingvatn as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful inland landscape with forests, lakes and valleys, strong traditions in agriculture and forestry, and an active local community. Tingvatn has a rich cultural history and is known for its historical cultural monuments from the Viking Age and the Middle Ages. Hægebostad offers good opportunities for hunting, fishing, outdoor activities and nature experiences all year round. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Hægebostad health center (Tingvatn)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Iveland Municipality
Iveland municipality is located north of Kristiansand in Agder and has Birketveit as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful forests, lakes and rivers, strong traditions in agriculture and forestry, and an exciting history related to mineral extraction. Iveland is internationally known for its rare mineral deposits and offers great opportunities for outdoor activities, fishing, canoeing and nature experiences all year round. With its proximity to Kristiansand, the municipality combines a safe rural environment with a short distance to the city's services. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Iveland Health Center (Birketveit)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Kristiansand Municipality
Kristiansand Municipality is the largest municipality in Agder and the region's administrative, cultural and economic centre. The city is located on the Skagerrak and is known for its beautiful archipelago, city beaches, a vibrant cultural life and strong traditions in trade, industry, technology and maritime activities. Kristiansand is also the host municipality for the University of Agder, and has developed into one of Norway's most important knowledge and innovation centres. The municipality offers comprehensive preventive health services through several health centres that follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Kristiansand Health Center (Center)
Vågsbygd health center
Lund Health Center
Søgne health center
Songdalen Health Center
Randesund health center
Flekkerøy Health Center
Youth health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Mental health and family services
Kvinesdal Municipality
Kvinesdal municipality is located in western Agder and has Liknes as its administrative center. The municipality is known for the beautiful Kvina, lush valleys and a varied landscape that stretches from inland to mountains. Kvinesdal has strong traditions in industry, power production, agriculture and trade, and offers good opportunities for outdoor activities with fishing, hunting, mountain hikes and nature experiences all year round. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Kvinesdal Health Center (Liknes)
Feda health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Lillesand Municipality
Lillesand municipality is located on the Skagerrak coast east of Kristiansand and has Lillesand as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its idyllic archipelago, white-painted wooden houses and long seafaring traditions. Lillesand is a popular summer destination and has a varied business sector within trade, tourism, maritime activities and services. With a short distance from Kristiansand, the municipality combines a vibrant coastal community with good living environments and proximity to nature. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lillesand health center
Høvåg Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Lindesnes Municipality
Lindesnes municipality is located in the very south of Norway and has Mandal as its administrative center. The municipality was established in 2020 through the merger of the former municipalities of Mandal, Marnardal and Lindesnes. Lindesnes is known for its beautiful coastal landscape, the iconic Lindesnes lighthouse, long seafaring traditions and a varied business community in industry, trade, tourism and maritime activities. From the harsh coast of the Skagerrak to the forested valleys in the interior, the municipality offers good growing-up conditions and a comprehensive range of preventive health services. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lindesnes Health Center (Mandal)
Vigeland Health Center
Øyslebø Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Lyngdal municipality
Lyngdal municipality is located in the west of Agder and has Lyngdal as its administrative center. The municipality was expanded in 2020 through the merger of the former municipalities of Lyngdal and Audnedal. Lyngdal is known for its beautiful archipelago, popular beaches, an active commercial life and a varied business sector within industry, agriculture, trade and tourism. The municipality offers good environments for growing up, a rich cultural life and great opportunities for outdoor activities along the coast, in the forest and mountains. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lyngdal health center
Konsmo health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Risør Municipality
Risør municipality is located on the far side of the Skagerrak coast in eastern Agder and has Risør as its administrative center. The municipality is known as "The White Town by the Skagerrak" with its characteristic white-painted wooden houses, beautiful archipelago and long seafaring traditions. Risør has a rich cultural life, hosts the internationally renowned Wooden Boat Festival and has an active business sector in tourism, trade, maritime activities and services. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Risør Health Center
Søndeled health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Sirdal municipality
Sirdal municipality is located in the far northwest of Agder and has Tonstad as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its spectacular high mountain landscape, large hydroelectric developments and as one of Southern Norway's most popular winter destinations. With ski resorts in the Sinnes and Hovden-like mountain areas, an extensive trail network and great hiking opportunities in summer and winter, Sirdal is an attractive destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The municipality also has strong traditions in power production, agriculture and tourism. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Sirdal Health Center (Tonstad)
Sinnes Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Tvedestrand municipality
Tvedestrand municipality is located on the Skagerrak coast in eastern Agder and has Tvedestrand as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its idyllic archipelago, white-painted wooden houses, long seafaring traditions and a vibrant cultural life. Tvedestrand is often referred to as the book town of the Skagerrak and is known for its many bookstores and literary events. The municipality has a varied business sector within trade, tourism, maritime activities and public services, and offers great opportunities for boating, fishing and outdoor activities. The health stations follow pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Tvedestrand health center
Dypvåg Health Center
Holt Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Valle municipality
Valle municipality is located in the middle of Setesdal in Agder and has Valle as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its strong cultural heritage, vibrant folk music traditions, characteristic Setesdal bunad and a magnificent mountain landscape. Valle is an important cultural and historical center in Setesdal and offers great nature experiences with mountain hikes, fishing, hunting and winter sports. The municipality also has strong traditions in agriculture, tourism and small-scale businesses. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Valle health center
Rysstad health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Vegårshei Municipality
Vegårshei municipality is located in the east of Agder and has Myra as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful forest and lake landscape, with Vegår as one of the largest lakes in Southern Norway. Vegårshei has strong traditions in forestry, agriculture and outdoor activities, and offers good opportunities for fishing, canoeing, hunting and nature experiences all year round. With its safe local community and proximity to both the coast and the inland, the municipality offers good conditions for growing up. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Vegårshei Health Center (Myra)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Vennesla municipality
Vennesla municipality is located north of Kristiansand in Agder and has Vennesla as its administrative center. The municipality is known for the beautiful Otra, strong traditions in forestry, industry and wood processing, as well as an active cultural life. In recent years, Vennesla has become internationally known for the award-winning Vennesla library and cultural center, which has received great recognition for its architecture. With its proximity to Kristiansand, the municipality combines a vibrant local community with good upbringing conditions and a varied business community. The health centers follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Vennesla health center
Hægeland health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Family center
Åseral municipality
Åseral municipality is located in the northwest of Agder and has Kyrkjebygd as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its magnificent mountain landscape, large forest areas and many lakes. Åseral has strong traditions in agriculture, forestry and power generation, and is a popular area for outdoor activities with good opportunities for skiing, hunting, fishing and mountain hiking all year round. The winter sports resort Bortelid attracts many visitors to the municipality every year. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Åseral Health Center (Kyrkjebygd)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
The overview is being developed further.
This is part of a nationwide overview of health centers in Norway. The work is ongoing, and new municipalities and counties are added as the information is quality assured and updated.
The goal is to collect all of Norway's health center services in one place - so that parents, students, health personnel and others can easily find updated information about the municipalities' preventive health services.
Last updated: (July 07, 2026)
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