California Health & Human Services Agency

09/07/2026

In a nationwide first, California is making emergency asthma medication FREE and available at public and charter schools across the state— helping schools respond immediately when a child is struggling to breathe. 📲 calrx.ca.gov/albuterol

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day, California! The work we do matters and so does the health & well-being of the people doing it.

Take time to care for yourself. Rest, recharge, connect with loved ones and make time for what brings you joy whenever you can.

09/06/2026

The CARE Act is designed around the person, not the system. Californians with serious mental illness are supported by a collaborative team that often includes behavioral health professionals, public defenders, local partners and a CARE judge.

Together, they work to help set the person on a path toward recovery. This person-centered approach prioritizes dignity, builds trust and gives participants an active role in their care.

Learn more about CARE’s approach to behavioral health at www.chhs.ca.gov/care-act.

09/05/2026

Strong systems of care start with human connection.

CARE Act teams use consistent, relationship-based outreach to build trust with people who may have struggled to connect with behavioral health services in the past.

By leading with dignity and respect, local partners can help people with serious mental illness engage with treatment. It takes time, coordination and commitment.

See how this outreach is working across the state at www.chhs.ca.gov/care-act.

09/05/2026

If something's on your mind, the 988 Lifeline is here to listen.

Call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support—24/7, without judgment.

There's no wrong reason to reach out. Your reason is reason enough.

09/04/2026

Food banks across California help ensure people have access to the food they need.

This National Food Bank Day, consider donating, volunteering, or sharing resources to help address food insecurity in your community.

Find a food bank or pantry near you: cafoodbanks.org/find-food

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

For Californians who have struggled to engage with treatment for their serious mental illness, building trust can take time.

In San Diego County, CARE Act teams keep showing up. Through steady outreach, listening and relationship-building, they help people connect with the services and support that can lead to greater stability.

Meaningful engagement takes time, persistence and coordination across system, and CARE gives local partners a structured way to work together around the person.

If you know someone who needs this support, see if CARE is the right fit. 📲 www.chhs.ca.gov/care-act

09/02/2026