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. 

With the temporary closure of this district office, those needing services through TulareWORKs can contact the call center at 1-800-540-6880. Anyone needing services through Child Welfare Services can call (559) 623-0300, and to report suspected child abuse, call 1-800-331-1585.

Those seeking assistance may also utilize services and resources online by visiting the Tulare County HHSA website at www.tchhsa.org. Individuals can also apply for benefits online by visiting https://benefitscal.com/.

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