Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) provides a broad range of health and social services that promote the wellness, self-sufficiency, and safety of Nevada County residents. With the common goal of strengthening families and the community, HHSA programs provide assistance to help individuals and families achieve their optimal well-being. Nevada County HHSA works closely with a variety of public and community partners to coordinate and enhance services in our neighborhoods.
Kathlee Martin is the recipient of the Community Impact Award through the Jeff Hamilton Legacy Fund. Martin has been serving high-risk populations in the Tahoe-Truckee region for 35 years and is passionate about removing barriers to health care. Learn More
Nevada County Child Welfare Services (CWS) has distributed their annual "Giving Trees" to different community locations. Every December, CWS works with community partners to collect donated presents for children in need in Nevada County. Learn More
A case of West Nile Virus was identified in Nevada County in September. The patient is home and doing well. The last diagnosed human case of West Nile Virus in Nevada County was in 2018. Learn More
Nevada County Public Health will be hosting a FREE Community Baby Shower for expecting families and babies under 1 on September 19th 2023 at the Grass Valley Library . Learn More
In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, the Know Overdose Nevada County campaign will be hosting two FREE virtual community opioid overdose prevention and Narcan trainings Learn More
The Nevada County Board of Supervisors and California Department of Child Support Services have declared August as Child Support Awareness Month! Learn More
Beginning in June 2023 Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services has partnered with Sierra Community House to help provide Child Support Services to our eastern county residents. Learn More
Beginning in June 2023 Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services has partnered with Sierra Community House to help provide Child Support Services to our eastern county residents. Learn More
Sierra Nevada Regional Dept of Child Support Services, in Collaboration with Bright Futures for Youth, is seeking donations of new backpacks and school supplies for children aged 5-17. Learn More
Sierra Nevada Regional Dept of Child Support Services, in Collaboration with Bright Futures for Youth, is seeking donations of new backpacks and school supplies for children aged 5-17. Learn More
David West of Nevada County, California was elected Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 to the Executive Board of the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) at their Annual Business Meeting and Training Summit. Learn More
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day provides an opportunity for communities around the world to better understand abuse and neglect of older persons. Learn More
Medi-Cal's continuous coverage policy has ended, and some Medi-Cal recipients will lose coverage. Make sure to update your contact information, and complete your Medi-Cal Renewal when it is mailed to you. Learn More
Medi-Cal's continuous coverage policy is ending, and some Medi-Cal recipients will lose coverage. Make sure to update your contact information, and complete your Medi-Cal Renewal when it is mailed to you. Learn More
As the state of California prepares to end the COVID-19 state of emergency at the end of February, it has begun closing state funded testing sites across California. Learn More
