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CalHHS oversees departments & offices providing health care, social, mental health, substance use disorder, income assistance and public health services. https://www.chhs.ca.gov/

CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson with CalHHS leaders and local partners in the Central Valley.

"Success means this is the longest someone's ever been sober. Success means this is the longest someone's stayed out of custody. I've had clients say, 'This is the longest I haven't been arrested,' and that gives me goosebump."
Katia Benthale, Deputy Public Defender, Ventura County
Learn more: chhs.ca.gov/are-act

"Clients will message me saying, 'I'm excited to go to court to tell the judge about this.' The court becomes a place of celebration instead of a place of dread."
Audrey Day, Deputy Public Defender, Lead CARE Act Attorney, San Diego County
Learn more: chhs.ca.gov/care-act

"CARE Court feels like a team huddle. There is support surrounding you, there's accountability when you're going through the process, there's check-in points."
Cara Schutz, Emergency Medical Technician, MARCO
Learn more: chhs.ca.gov/care-act

CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson with early childhood leaders at the State Policy Academy on Early Childhood Governance.

Image of Sarah, a parent who received services at Janus Santa Cruz sitting on chair holding her child, along with a quote that says, "I was homeless when I came here. I'm now going to college. I just recently acquired a scholarship."

Across the state, regional hubs are connecting trusted messengers with families to help them understand changing federal rules, assess their immigration and health risks and connect with services that support their well-being. Helping Californians in this way supports not only families but also helps reduce the consequences for local communities when eligible individuals avoid accessing public programs out of fear. This work relies on the state’s important investments in regional coordination that connects legal services, community health workers, community service providers, schools and others to better support immigrant families.

Joint Statement from Califronia Health & Human Services Leaders on New Federal Public Charge Rule

The California Health and Human Services Agency and its Departments are reviewing the federal government’s final Public Charge Rule and assessing the potential impacts on California families and communities. As indicated in the federal government’s notice, the final Public Charge Rule will take effect 60 days after formal publication on the Federal Register. In other words, the final rule will take effect in mid-September. The federal notice also states that means-tested public benefits received before the rule’s effective date will not be considered under the new rule. Previously, cash-assistance for income maintenance and long-term institutionalization assistance were considered for public charge purposes and will continue to be considered.

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“Disasters can leave families facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Our staff are honored to support Colorado by helping ensure survivors have access to safe shelter, critical services, and the resources they need as they begin the recovery process.”
Kim Johnson,
CalHHS Secretary

“The Behavioral Health Services Act reflects a fundamental shift in how California approaches behavioral health. By bringing together prevention, treatment, recovery, housing supports, and workforce investments under a single, coordinated framework, we are building a system that is more connected, more accountable, and better equipped to meet people where they are.”
Kim Johnson,
CalHHS Secretary

Image of CYBHI youth ambassadors. Quote reads, "This report isn't just a reflection of what CYBHI has accomplished; it's proof of what's possible when youth are given the space to lead. And as the youth of California, we want to make on thing clear: our leadership doesn't end here. We will keep building the future we want to see, one rooted in share decision-making, empathy and accountability."
- Youth of California

Promotional poster for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline featuring a queer young adult with teal hair, wearing glasses and a floral shirt under a denim jacket. Background text reads 'No matter who, when, why, you matter. Text, call, chat 988." The 988 and Cal HHS logos appear at the bottom.

The image is an informational flyer with a teal background and smoke graphic at the top. It reads: "Impacted by the Boyle Heights fire and need masks, air purifiers, or other resources?" It provides contact options for Los Angeles residents: call 3-1-1, download the MyLA311 app, or visit myla311.lacity.gov. The flyer is from Cal OES, directed at residents of Council District 14.