Gig Harborites place great
value on wellness, health
and exercise. They often
choose Gig Harbor for its
fresh air, for its access
to the mountains and the
forests for hiking and skiing,
for its ease to the waterways
for kayaking, windsurfing
and water skiing.
The
area supports a wide range
of physicians and other
healthcare specialists.
A large number of the countys
physicians and dentists
make Gig Harbor their home
and many offer Gig Harbor
branch offices. Numerous
pharmacies are located throughout
the area.
Assisted living, skilled
nursing facilities and in-home
nursing care are all provided
in Gig Harbor. Two facilities
operate for the care of
Alzheimers patients. Numerous
private homes offer assisted
living.
Emergency medical is provided
through 911-phone service.
Both Fire Districts #5 and
#16 are staffed with full-time
employees, as well as volunteers
for 24 hour medical service.
