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Advocacy & Problem Resolution

Advocacy & Problem Resolution

Have you had problems accessing our services? Are you worried about the safety of yourself or someone else—or even a pet? Have a look at this section to get help, report abuse, or talk to someone about issues that concern you.

Assistance for the Unhoused

Assistance for the Unhoused

Tulare County HHSA collaborates with partners and offers a variety of programs and resources for homeless or unhoused individuals and families. Services provided include aging services, child welfare, employment assistance, housing, SSI advocacy, medical services, and veteran support.

Benefits

Benefits

HHSA offers a wide array of benefits that can help you with food, housing, employment, health care, and numerous other areas of need. Click here to find answers on the benefits we offer and what you might qualify for. Help is on the way!

Emergencies & Crises

Emergencies & Crises

Emergencies can occur at any time. Tulare County HHSA is here to keep you informed so that you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Visit here for information about different types of emergencies. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

Environmental Health

Environmental Health

HHSA's Environmental Health Division protects the health of people and the environment in Tulare County. Our programs are working for you every day to enhance your quality of life, help prevent disease and injury, and keep the public safe. 

Food & Nutrition

Food & Nutrition

HHSA offers a number of programs to help you make safe, nutritious, and healthy food choices. It is our commitment and our Agency's vision for healthy children and adults, supportive families, and thriving communities. 

Health & Well-Being

Health & Well-Being

Living a healthy lifestyle is a choice. Eating well and being active are the cornerstones to creating a happy and fulfilling life. We offer a number of exciting programs and resources to set you on the path of healthy living here in Tulare County.

Kids & Teens

Kids & Teens

Kids and teens are an important part of any community, and Tulare County HHSA is committed to supporting the health, education, and overall well-being of our children. Join us in encouraging today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders.

Licensing, Permits & Inspections

Licensing, Permits & Inspections

Search here for the needed forms, paperwork, and information on tasks and projects carried out within Tulare County. We offer resources to help you succeed in an efficient and timely manner.

Moms & Moms-to-be

Moms & Moms-to-be

Stepping into motherhood is a big adventure, and Tulare County HHSA is here to help alleviate any stresses or concerns you might have in taking care of your little one. WIC and other health and wellness programs will help your family get a solid start.

Risk & Prevention

Risk & Prevention

Preventive Medicine is an important and vital resource for living a happy and healthy life. HHSA is always striving to improve efficiency and find new avenues for protecting our clients in Risk Management and Preventive Medicine.

Seniors

Seniors

Tulare County HHSA is committed to bringing help and resources to the platinum generation living here in our county. Through specially built programs and events, our goal is to help anyone, of any age, to live a happy, healthy life.

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Our Agency Priorities

Our Agency Mission, Vision, and Values
AGENCY PRIORITIES (2022-2026)
1. Homelessness
  i. Outreach/Intervention/Access
  ii. Housing options/Placement

2. Coordinated Care
    i.  CalAIM
    ii. Outreach/In-field crisis response
    iii. Coordinating care across multiple systems 

3. Financial Stability
 
 

AGENCY VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES

Our Vision

Healthy children and adults, supportive families, thriving communities.

Our Mission

Dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community through development of effective policies, practices, and services delivered in a culturally and linguistically competent manner.

Our Core Values 

1) HHSA sponsors services and policies that are: collaborative, community-driven, evidence-based.

2) HHSA promotes service delivery that is: culturally competent, respectful, a model of excellence.

3) HHSA supports a work environment that demonstrates: diversity, integrity, accountability, teamwork and mutual respect, staff development and recognition.

Agency News

Developing news, events, and communications.
Act F.A.S.T. - Learn the Signs of Stroke

Act F.A.S.T. - Learn the Signs of Stroke

Stroke is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of serious disability for adults.  What do we need to know and what can we do to help ourselves or someone else? By knowing the signs and symptoms of stroke and acting F.A.S.T., you can take action and perhaps save a life. 

Scams Affect Everyone

Scams Affect Everyone

Everyone is subject to a scam. Fraudsters are always looking for ways to get your personal data, and it’s no surprise that we need to learn how to identify and protect ourselves from fraud and scams.

Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and HHSA’s Mental Health Branch is seeking to raise awareness of the role mental health plays in all of our lives. Anyone can take steps to promote good mental health; treatment is available, and recovery is possible. 

California Offers Free Mental Health Support to Residents of All Ages

California Offers Free Mental Health Support to Residents of All Ages

Observed in the United States since 1949, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If you did not know California offers free, confidential mental health support to residents of all ages—no insurance or referral required.


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Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency
Monday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m.–12 p.m.

5957 South Mooney Blvd.
Visalia, California 93277
Phone: (559) 624-8000
Fax: (559) 749-9818

24-Hour Child Abuse Reporting Hotline
1-800-331-1585

24-Hour Crisis and Access Behavioral Health Lines
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
Mental Health Services Access and Crisis Line: 1-800-320-1616
Substance Use Disorder Access Line: 1-866-732-4114

Report a Concern

Compliance, Accessibility and Privacy Policies

Information & Referral Line
1-800-834-7121

Friends of Tulare County
(559) 624-8000

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