Media

Media

Thank you for covering the programs and services the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) provides to our community. HHSA maintains a high level of transparency and strives to provide media partners with access to important information and to accommodate publication deadlines.

HHSA schedules interview times or responds to inquiries via email. It is important to note that the Agency maintains a staff of 2,000 employees located in 35 facilities and provides public services in a fast-paced environment. Advance notice via phone or email from media outlets is always appreciated. Contact the Agency's Public Information Officer by phone at (559) 624-8007 or by email at CMonteiro1@tularecounty.ca.gov

HHSA is dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community. Partnering with media is important to our mission and allows us to further inform, educate, and protect our community members. 

Related Documents and Links

Tulare County Flood Recovery Website
Tulare County Flood Recovery Website

County of Tulare official flood recovery website page. 

HHSA Facebook
HHSA Facebook

Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency's official Facebook Page.

HHSA Instagram
HHSA Instagram

Tulare County Health & Human Service Agency's official Instagram account.

HHSA X (formerly Twitter)
HHSA X (formerly Twitter)

Tulare County Health & Human Service Agency's official X (formerly Twitter) account.

County of Tulare Budget
County of Tulare Budget

County of Tulare Budget

2021-22 HHSA Year in Review
2021-22 HHSA Year in Review

Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency Annual Report

News Releases
News Releases

Find press releases and advisories, as well as other shared information.


Agency News

2024 Walk with a Doc Program

2024 Walk with a Doc Program

Held the second Saturday of each month in Visalia, Walk with a Doc is a free community outreach program, which strives to encourage healthy physical activity in people of all ages. This doctor-led group is a fun and safe place to go for a walk, learn about health, and meet new friends.  

Video: Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program

Video: Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program

When everyday tasks such as cooking dinner, climbing stairs, or managing your medical appointments become too difficult for you to do on your own, the Multipurpose Senior Services Program, also known as MSSP, might be able to help. 

Video: Understanding Self-Neglect for Seniors

Video: Understanding Self-Neglect for Seniors

In Tulare County self-neglect is the most common condition reported to our Adult Protective Services program, typically accounting for up to 50% of all investigations. The goal of APS is to maintain the safety, health, and independence of the individual.

July Is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

July Is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity to initiate discussions with experts, organizations, state government representatives,and others, to come up with ways to increase availability, accessibility, and quality.