CalHHS oversees departments & offices providing health care, social, mental health, substance use disorder, income assistance and public health services. https://www.chhs.ca.gov/
CA Health & Human Services
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Recovery doesn’t happen overnight—but with steady support, it can lead to meaningful change.
Through persistent outreach & coordinated care, CARE Act teams help people stay engaged, even after setbacks, and move toward the life they want: www.chhs.ca.gov/care-act
State support & local coordination drive measurable gains in @countyofla.bsky.social's implementation of the CARE Act, one component of a larger effort to rebuild CA’s behavioral health system.
The number of CARE Act petitions filed in L.A. jumped by more than 85% from November 2025 to March 2026.
CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson joined 100 leaders across government, philanthropy, community organizations, media & academia at @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social Engaging with Possibility Summit to explore how the state can better engage with Californians and improve trust with communities.
"I cannot believe you heard me," said a CARE Act participant in Ventura County.
Trust and connection make a real difference.
CARE is built on this foundation to connect those with severe mental illness to wraparound services. 📲 www.chhs.ca.gov/care-act
CalHOPE offers free mental health resources, including a Warm Line for emotional support.
Call (833) 317-HOPE (4673) to speak with a peer counselor who will listen with compassion & provide non-judgmental support. 📞💛
First Partner @jensiebelnewsom.bsky.social hosted the fourth annual MoveYourBody, Calm Your Mind Day with Street Soccer USA, celebrating the benefits of physical fitness & mental wellness on both the body & mind.
This summer, spend time outside, move, play, practice mindfulness & feel connected. âš½ðŸ§
Last week, the California Emergency Medical Services Authority led a 16-hour medical emergency drill to improve care and coordination among emergency response teams, hospitals, and military partners, including @caloes.bsky.social + CA National Guard. Preparedness in action for when it matters most.
This summer, eligible families will receive $120 per child in food benefits to help feed our kids while school is out.
California is committed to making sure kids are fed so they can focus on learning, growing & being the best they can be. 📲 cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks
The Engaging with Possibility Summit at @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social brought together disruptors, gamechangers, and innovators in California to explore effective ways to bridge the gap between government and community.
The California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine (#CIAPM) celebrated a decade of supporting cutting-edge biomedical & health research, hosting a panel to reflect on the impact & unique niche of cross-sector research support: https://bit.ly/3PJQNiq #PrecisionMedicine
