Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)

Our Vision: Transforming Lives and Improving Futures

What's New & Press Releases:

Free COVID-19 Home Test Kits Available for Residents
The 2022 HEAP Program is now open. Income guidelines have increased and families are encouraged to apply. Learn More
El Dorado County Announces First COVID-19 Case Caused by Omicron Variant
Community Invited to Provide Input on MHSA Annual Update
The El Dorado County HEAP Program has received special funding through the American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA). ARPA Funds are now available to assist income eligible households with home utility costs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to learn more
El Dorado County Families Grow Healthy with WIC
Community Action Council Seeks New Member
Caldor Fire Information: For the latest about the Calfdor fire, vist: Caldor Fire Information.
For fire recovery - click here.
Building Closure Information: https://www.edcgov.us/Government/Pages/building_closures.aspx
El Dorado County Animal Services participated in National Night Out 2021. Check out their slideshow.
Wildfire Smoke Advisory
Seniors invited to participate in free 'This Month in History' Zoom series
California COVID-19 Rent Relief Program - Click here for info
Coronavirus-19 (COVID-19): Check this website for local updates
Volunteers Needed for Home Delivered Meal Program
2-1-1 El Dorado Flyer English / Spanish
Stop Human Trafficking

Programs and Services of HHSA include:

Behavioral Health Services:

Adult & Children's Specialty Mental Health Services, 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Programs, Psychiatric Health Facility, and Substance Use Disorder Services

Public Health Services:

Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Programs, California Children's Services, Clinical Services, Communicable Disease Control, Immunizations, Multipurpose Senior Services, Nutrition Education, Public Health Nursing, Tobacco Prevention, Vital Statistics and WIC Program

Community Services:

Animal Services, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Preparedness, Employment Services, Family Caregiver Support, Health Insurance Counseling, Home Energy Assistance, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Older Adult / Senior Services, Public Guardian, The Club - Older Adult Day Services, and Public Housing Authority

Social Services:

Adoptions, Adult Protective Services, CalFresh, CalWorks, Child Welfare / Child Protective Services, County Medical Services Program, Foster Care, General Assistance, In-Home Supportive Services, Medi-Cal and Welfare-to-Work