California Health and Human Services
Dear CalHHS Partners, It has been another tremendous year within the departments and offices across the California Health & Human Services Agency (CalHHS). We are not only proud of what we have done together, with you, our valued community, and local partners, in 2022 but for how the work in 2022 complements and carries forward …
An initial round of grant funding has been awarded to 13 leading health and human service associations to support equitable outreach and education to organizations preparing to join the CalHHS Data Exchange Framework Health and human service organizations across the state are joining the Data Exchange Framework, including the first health information exchange in California, …
This is the first annual California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Legislative Action Report, which provided an overview of the legislative proposals that passed the Legislature and were presented to Governor Newsom during the 2021-22 session. Elected leaders, legislative staff, and valued stakeholders worked closely with our 12 departments and five offices to assess …
California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Legislative Action Report Read More »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT Derek Jansen, (415) 834-8725, djansen@wearerally.com CalHHS opened a new online portal this week that allows providers to sign on to California’s Data Sharing Agreement, which hospitals, physician organizations, health plans, laboratories, and other health care entities are required to sign by January 31, 2023. The Data Sharing Agreement is the …
California Health & Human Services Agency (CalHHS), the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), the Department of Public Health (CDPH), the Department of Social Services (CDSS), the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and Covered California Leaders Applaud Federal Changes to Public Charge Immigrants and their families should not have to live in fear of being …
Joint Statement from CalHHS Leaders on New Public Charge Regulation Read More »
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and the California Health and Human Services Agency has curated youth suicide prevention resources for young people, families and friends, and teachers and schools. Resources include videos, information, and links to services that can help Californians find the support they need and when they need it. Throughout Suicide Prevention …
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“Today Governor Newsom signed the CARE Act into law, creating a new pathway to deliver mental health and substance use disorder services to the most severely impaired Californians who too often suffer in homelessness or incarceration without treatment. The CARE Act moves care and support upstream, providing the most vulnerable Californians with access to critical behavioral …
“With overwhelming bipartisan support, the CARE Act, authored by Senators Umberg and Eggman and sponsored by Governor Newsom, is now headed to the Governor’s desk for signature. CARE delivers mental health and substance use disorder services to the most severely impaired Californians who too often suffer in homelessness or incarceration without treatment. Through a compassionate civil court process, …
August 23, 2022 Sacramento, CA – California Health & Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, along with Cal Hospital Compare, recognized hospitals across California today for their high performance in maternity care, opioid stewardship, and patient safety. “Improving the quality of patient care in hospitals is an ongoing process,” said CalHHS Secretary Dr. …
Cal Hospital Compare Announces Honor Roll Hospitals Read More »
Feel like you’re struggling this back-to-school season? You’re not alone! While exciting, going back to school can also be stressful and overwhelming for many students and families. If you need support, there are lots of resources available to help you and those you care about. Check out these free back-to-school resources for young people, families …
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In a recent SAGE Journals article, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, MD highlighted the work that is underway through the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI). The article serves as a call to action for the nation with a stark reminder of what’s at stake in assuring that children and youth receive the …
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By: Marko Mijic We have open positions in departments and offices across CalHHS. Come join our team, roll-up your sleeves, and help us build a Healthy California for All! Over the last two years, we have expanded access to services, funded new programs, and retooled old programs, all with the idea that we build back …
We’re Hiring: Help us Deliver on our Vision of a Healthy California for All Read More »
“As we celebrate 32 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we at the California Health & Human Services Agency link arms with our partners and recommit ourselves to building a Healthy California for All that is both inclusive and accessible to Californians living with disabilities, and where all Californians can live with purpose and dignity. The ADA is a …
Starting July 16, 2022, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number will transition to an easy-to-remember 3-digit number (988). The 988 Lifeline is an easy to remember so that anyone can call to receive support when experiencing a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use related crisis. To reach the 988 Lifeline, people can call or text …
The New Data Exchange Framework Will Accelerate and Expand the State’s Progress on Whole Person Care, Increase Patients’ Access to Their Health Information, and Improve Californians’ Care Experience “Today, the California Health & Human Services Agency finalized the state’s first-ever Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework, a single data sharing agreement and common set …