Health and Human Services
We are a multi-division agency focused in the health and social services fields. Our services are available throughout the county. We provide a unified system of quality services to safeguard the health and well-being of the people and animals in our communities. To realize our mission, we strive to keep all children, adults, and families:
- Healthy
- Safe
- At home
- In school or work
- Out of trouble
- Self-sufficient
Services and Information
- Adult Services
Adult Protective Services, adult mental health, substance use services In-Home Supportive Services and more
- Community Resources
Nonprofit organizations, support groups and more
- Animal Services
Pet adoption, animal control, and local resources
- Child and Youth
At-risk children in emergencies and crisis, child abuse reporting, counseling, sexual abuse treatment and more
- Human Services
Healthcare coverage, food and nutrition assistance, temporary cash and housing assistance, employment services
- Public Health
Birth registration, all burial permits, infectious diseases, nursing, WIC, pregnant/parenting teens
- Environmental Health
Includes food inspection, and monitoring for health including drinking water, garbage, sewage, dangerous chemicals, pollution
- Tahoe Services
Health and Human Services in North Lake Tahoe
- Behavioral Health Managed Care
Behavioral and mental health services for children and adults
Department Leadership
Department Director
Public Health Officer and Public Health Director
Administrative Services Director
Adult System of Care Division Director
Children’s System of Care Division Director
Environmental Health and Animal Services Director
Human Services Division Director
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