2021

December 15 News Release: Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency Announces  Temporary Closure of Dinuba District Office Due to Maintenance Repairs
December 15 News Release: Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency Announces Temporary Closure of Dinuba District Office Due to Maintenance Repairs

The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) announces the temporary closure of its Dinuba TulareWORKs and Child Welfare Services District Office, located at 1066 North Alta Avenue in Dinuba due to necessary maintenance repairs to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. 

September 20 News Release:  West Nile Virus Cases Reported in Tulare County
September 20 News Release: West Nile Virus Cases Reported in Tulare County

The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency announces that five human cases of West Nile Virus have been detected and reported in Tulare County.

June 28 News Release: Staying Safe This Summer
June 28 News Release: Staying Safe This Summer

Tulare County Public Health wants you to have the best summer ever this year, and public safety measures can ensure your summer is full of positive memories. Dr. Karen Haught, Tulare County Public Health Officer, reminds residents to be vigilant in supervising children in and around swimming pools, use precautions in the heat of summer, and be aware of fireworks safety during the 4th of July holiday.

June 15 News Release: Excessive Heat Watch for Tulare County;  Rising Temperatures Mean Taking Precautions
June 15 News Release: Excessive Heat Watch for Tulare County; Rising Temperatures Mean Taking Precautions

Temperatures are forecasted to reach 100 degrees and rise even higher into the weekend, and Tulare County Public Health reminds community members that extreme heat is dangerous and heat-related illness can be fatal.

May 19 News Release: Newly Named Petco Love Invests in Lifesaving Work of Tulare County Animal Services
May 19 News Release: Newly Named Petco Love Invests in Lifesaving Work of Tulare County Animal Services

Tulare County Animal Services announced today a $75,000 grant investment from the newly named Petco Love, to support its lifesaving work for animals in Tulare County.


Agency News

Warming Centers & Winter Care for Outside Pets

Warming Centers & Winter Care for Outside Pets

Here in the Central Valley, temperatures can drop and yield cold temperatures during the winter months, especially when fog and rain become factors. Tulare County Warming Centers are open. Also learn about winter care for outside pets. 

HHSA Community Holiday Drives Underway

HHSA Community Holiday Drives Underway

With the autumn season here and the holidays fast approaching, everyone seems to get busier—and Tulare County HHSA’s programs are no exception! Under Friends of Tulare County, HHSA has four current holiday drives underway. Thank you for helping to make spirits bright this holiday season!

Video: Navigating Medicare Enrollment

Video: Navigating Medicare Enrollment

The Kings/Tulare Area Agency on Aging (K/T AAA) and HICAP help Medicare consumers with things like benefit coverage, billing, consumer rights, and coordination of parts A, B, C, and D. So, how do you enroll in Medicare? Let us show you!