Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) provides a broad range of health and social services that promote the wellness, self-sufficiency, and safety of Nevada County residents. With the common goal of strengthening families and the community, HHSA programs provide assistance to help individuals and families achieve their optimal well-being. Nevada County HHSA works closely with a variety of public and community partners to coordinate and enhance services in our neighborhoods.
Sierra Roots and the County are opening the Cold Weather Shelter on Sunday and Monday nights due to the cold forecasted weather at the Nevada City Veterans Hall (lower level), 415 North Pine Street. Learn More
The Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras, a collaborative group of agencies and nonprofit organizations, has announced that Nevada and Placer County’s annual point-in-time count of homeless individuals will take place January 26th, 2023. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts COLD weather Thursday night, January 19th. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for that night. Learn More
National Weather Service now predict COLD nighttime temperatures
tonight, that meet activation criteria. Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada will extend shelter operations one more night as outlined in the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts continued and prolonged WET weather Saturday through Monday nights. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Extreme Weather Shelter Protocol for those three nights. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts significantly WET & COLD weather December 29th and 30th. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County of Nevada are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol for Thursday and Friday nights. Learn More
The shelter will open at 4:30 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday nights in Nevada City at the Madelyn Helling Library Community Room and will accept guests until 8:00 p.m. The shelter will close at 7:30 a.m. each morning. Learn More
The National Weather Service predicts significantly COLD weather Thursday night through Saturday morning. Considering the weather prediction, Sierra Roots and the County are activating the Cold Weather Shelter Protocol Thursday and Friday nights. Learn More
Nevada County has been awarded funding to provide rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to eligible residents financially affected by COVID. Learn More
Nevada County celebrated the completion of the newly constructed Brunswick Commons housing development Monday, August 22. The project will provide 41 units of affordable housing to homeless or at-risk of homelessness individuals. Learn More
Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved the property purchase at their Tuesday, August 23rd Board meeting, which will be converted into the Sutton Way Wellness Center. Learn More
Nevada County celebrated the completion of the newly constructed Brunswick Commons housing development Monday, August 22. The project will provide 41 units of affordable housing to homeless or at-risk of homelessness individuals. Learn More
In collaboration with the Nevada County Continuum of Care (CoC), Nevada County has developed a draft Homeless Action Plan that outlines strategies and goals that the County and the CoC will work on together to address homelessness over the next two years. Learn More
May is Older Americans Month. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose. Learn More
As the local masking order is rescinded, it is still highly recommended that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear a high-quality mask while in public spaces. Learn More
