Cultural Competency

Cultural Competency Committee
Cultural Competency Committee

Click to view the policy that specifies the structure, role, and responsibilities of the Mental Health Cultural Competency Committee. 

Cultural Competency Standards
Cultural Competency Standards

The Tulare County Mental Health Plan (MHP) shall monitor, review, and comply with state and federal regulations and ensure that quality services are being provided to consumers in a culturally and linguistically aware manner.

Cultural and Linguistic Competency
Cultural and Linguistic Competency

This policy defines the principles of cultural and linguistic competency accepted by the Health & Human Services Agency and establishes the foundation for integrating cultural and linguistic competency into its values and daily services.


Agency News

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

On February 11, 2025, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to appoint Dr. Asma Tariq to the position of County Health Officer, effective May 4, 2025. Dr. Tariq fills the position that has been vacant since Dr. Karen Haught retired in 2023.

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

The California Public Utilities Commission is adding a new area code, 357, to the areas using the 559 area code. Starting February 26, 2025, local calls will require dialing 1 + area code + phone number (1 +10 digits). You can still dial just 3 digits for 911, 988, and other services like 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, 711, or 811 if available