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  1. 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. 


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  1. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Sunday and Monday Nights

    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
  2. 2023 Homeless Point-in-Time count set for January 26th

    Nevada and Placer County's 2023 Homeless point-in-time count set for January 26th, 2023

    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
  3. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Thursday Night, January 19th

    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
  4. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Extend Extreme Weather Shelter for One Additional Night, January 17th

    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
  5. Sierra Roots County Wet Weather Shelter

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Extreme Weather Shelter Saturday through Monday Nights

    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
  6. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Thursday and Friday Nights

    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
  7. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Monday and Tuesday Nights

    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
  8. HH Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Shelter Tuesday Night, December 6th Learn More
  9. Cold Weather Shelter_NewsFlash

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Cold Weather Emergency Shelter

    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
  10. Better Together

    Extreme Weather Shelter for Homeless Residents

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Overflow Emergency Shelter Wednesday Night, November 9th, and Thursday Night, November 10th Learn More
  11. Better Together

    Extreme Weather Shelter for Homeless Residents

    Nevada County and Sierra Roots Open Overflow Emergency Shelter Wednesday Night, November 9th, and Thursday Night, November 10th Learn More
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    Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance to Eligible Residents

    Nevada County has been awarded funding to provide rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to eligible residents financially affected by COVID. Learn More
  13. Brunswick Commons

    Nevada County Officials Celebrate Completion of Brunswick Commons

    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
  14. 1101-1105 Sutton Way

    Nevada County Supervisors Approve Property Purchase for Sutton Way Wellness Center

    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
  15. Brunswick Commons

    Nevada County Officials Celebrate Completion of Brunswick Commons

    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
  16. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Dial 988 for Suicide Prevention Support

    As of Saturday, July 16th, everyone in the U.S. can access suicide prevention support by simply dialing three easy-to-remember numbers. Learn More
  17. Nevada County Develops Homeless Action Plan Together with CoC

    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
  18. Nevada County Receives $1.7 Million Youth Workforce Development Grant

    Nevada County has been awarded $1.7 Million in Youth Workforce funds from the State’s California Volunteers program. Learn More
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    Older Americans Month: Age My Way!

    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
  20. COVID-19 NewsFlash (8)

    Health Officer Replaces Local Masking Requirements to a Masking Recommendation Effective Wednesday

    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
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  1. Ryan Gruver
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  2. 950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 120

  3. Nevada City, CA 95959

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  5. Phone: 530-265-1627


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