California Department of Health Care Services
LightNews LightNews
banner
dhcs.bsky.social
California Department of Health Care Services
@dhcs.bsky.social
340 followers 21 following 85 posts
A healthy California for all.
Posts Replies Media Videos
dhcs.bsky.social
Lisa Davies, CEO of Chapa-De Indian Health, champions whole person care.

“Over the years, DHCS has provided a number of programs that have allowed us to expand healthcare benefits…”

#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #WholePersonCare #ChapaDe #TribalHealth #DHCS
November 24, 2025 at 3:14 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. During Native American Heritage Month, Medi-Cal and DHCS recognize the importance of culturally informed care and mental wellness in Native communities.

If you need someone to talk to, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Promotional image for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, featuring two hands clasping a sphere with a swirling galaxy design, over the text "Call, Text, or Chat" and "You don't have to carry this alone." The background is a warm gradient. A hand holding a smartphone displaying the number 988 dialed on the keypad, with text promoting the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, stating "Call, Text, or Chat - Hope is three digits away." The background is blue with the logo of HCS and the Lifeline number in large orange digits.
November 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
dhcs.bsky.social
Honoring 50 Years of Partnership and Progress!

With deep roots and a strong commitment to culturally respectful care, Chapa-De remains a trusted source of healing, advocacy, and empowerment for Native communities across Northern California.
November 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
💙 “The Technical Assistance Marketplace equipped us with essential tools, expert guidance, and strategic insight, enabling us to expand our impact while remaining rooted in quality and community trust.” – @omatochicare CEO Deka Dike.
Hear the full story: capathsuccess.com.
November 20, 2025 at 4:18 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Honoring Native voices. Supporting Native wellness.

Medi-Cal and DHCS are dedicated to connecting communities with care and support.

📞 Call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #MediCal #DHCS #988 #WellnessForAll
Promotional image for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline featuring an individual in the foreground and text encouraging people to call, text, or chat because "Your Life Matters". Promotional image for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline featuring a person with glasses, with text encouraging to call, text, or chat because your life matters.
November 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM
dhcs.bsky.social
🚨 DHCS announces $145.5M awarded to 153 organizations to expand Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports for Medi-Cal members.
🌟 Learn how funds are improving provider capacity to deliver coordinated care: https://www.ca-path.com/cited
November 18, 2025 at 9:31 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Are you ready to apply your nursing expertise in state service? Join us as a Nurse Evaluator II (Coding & Medical Policy Evaluator) and help shape medical policy in claims processing.

Final filing date: 11/14

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=497058
Coding & Medical Policy Evaluator
Looking to make a difference? Join our strong and mighty workforce. We offer benefits and growth opportunities and impact the lives of millions of Californians.
calcareers.ca.gov
November 6, 2025 at 5:51 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
El acoso escolar (bullying) es una carga pesada para toda la familia, y no tienes que tener todas las respuestas.

Acompáñanos el Jueves, 13 de noviembre de 12:00 a 12:45 p.m. PST.

Register: https://hellobrightline.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_an67VXnjTFeMGDFP9ujDKQ#/registration
Promotional flyer for a BrightLife Kids parenting guide webinar. Features a QR code to register, list of webinar highlights like seminars and a 45-minute duration note. Includes a photo of Jessica Elliott, a Behavioral Conduct Coach. Contact information and logos for BrightLife Kids are also displayed.
November 5, 2025 at 7:09 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Bullying weighs heavy on the entire family—and you don’t need to have all the answers.

Join us on Thursday, November 13th from 12:00-12:45pm PST

Register: https://hellobrightline.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_an67VXnjTFeMGDFP9ujDKQ#/registration
Promotional flyer for BrightLife Kids' webinar titled 'Beyond bullying: Parenting playbook'. Features a QR code for registration, details of the webinar including the date and time, and a photo of Jessica Elliott, Behavioral Health Coach. Includes contact information for BrightLife Kids.
November 5, 2025 at 6:53 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Millions of Californians are at risk of going hungry as CalFresh and other federal benefits are delayed. But we don’t wait — we act.

Step up and support your neighbors: volunteer, donate, or spread the word. Together, we can help those in need.

#OperationFeedCA
Volunteers at a food bank packing boxes beneath a banner reading "Millions of Californians are at risk of going hungry. HOW YOU CAN HELP." Promotional image for volunteering featuring a volunteer at a food bank with text encouraging to 'Volunteer Your Time' at local food banks and explore other ways to fight hunger. Promotional image for donating resources, featuring suggestions like asking local pantries, supporting schools, and giving cash if employer offers donation matching, with an icon of a hand holding a coin above the text. An orange graphic titled "Support a Neighbor" featuring a handshake icon. It lists ways to help: grocery delivery for those in need, sharing produce, and promoting local sports efforts that give free or discounted meals.
November 4, 2025 at 9:41 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
National Substance Use Prevention Month ends today, but talking regularly to your kids about not drinking or using drugs has a lasting impact.

samhsa.gov/substance-use/prevention/talk-they-hear-you

Medi-Cal members, call your health provider to learn more about behavioral health services.
Illustration featuring two speech bubbles; one large bubble containing the text "Frequent, short talks can impact your child's decisions about alcohol usage," and a smaller bubble. Also includes two stylized images of mouths. Background is dark blue.
November 1, 2025 at 12:04 AM
dhcs.bsky.social
Today is the last day of Red Ribbon Week. Visit www.redribbon.org to learn more about Red Ribbon Week and get tips for talking to your kids about drugs.

The life you save may be that of your own child or a dear friend.

https://www.redribbon.org/your-story

#RedRibbonWeek
Logo for the RED Campaign featuring a stylized red ribbon above the text 'RED CAMPAIGN.' Below, in bold letters, the slogan 'Be kind to your mind. Live drug free.' Date range October 23 - 31 displayed at the bottom.
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Reposted by California Department of Health Care Services
calhhs.bsky.social
As the federal government shutdown disrupts critical food benefits, food banks across the state are available to assist Californians in need.

Dial 2-1-1 to speak with someone about services available in your area, or find a local food bank near you at cafoodbanks.org/our-members.
CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson with Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta.
October 29, 2025 at 3:55 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Take a scientific journey to learn about the brain’s complex responses to specific drugs, including cocaine, inhalants, K2/Spice and Bath Salts, marijuana, methamphetamine, nicotine, opioids, and prescription stimulants.

Mind Matters: https://bit.ly/3OaIOEH
Graphic with a brain icon and a cannabis leaf with a prohibition sign, alongside the text "Do you know how drugs affect your brain?" on a blue background.
October 29, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Reposted by California Department of Health Care Services
calhhs.bsky.social
As the ongoing federal government shutdown disrupts critical food benefits, food banks across the state are available to assist Californians in need.

Last week, Governor Newsom fast-tracked $80 million to food banks throughout the state to help address cuts to food benefits.
Talk to a food bank Reach out to your local food bank for a list of places you can get food in your area. Locate food banks and pantries near you. Need help now? Call 2-1-1 anytime for free, 24/7 support connecting you to local food and community services.
October 28, 2025 at 3:49 AM
dhcs.bsky.social
⏰ Reminder: Deadline for Bond BHCIP Round 2: Unmet Needs Funding: October 28 at 5 pm PDT.

More info: https://www.infrastructure.buildingcalhhs.com/grantees/bond-bhcip-rounds/

#BehavioralHealth #CAgrants #BHCIP
Promotional poster for Bond BHCIP Round 2 featuring a construction worker on a scaffold under a clear sky, with application deadline details for the Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program.
October 28, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Reposted by California Department of Health Care Services
calhhs.bsky.social
ICYMI: CalHHS leaders share updates on HR 1 efforts in California and the rural health transformation opportunity. 📺 youtube.com/live/DgYyPSkmkHQ
Webinar CalHHS Connect: How Federal Policy Changes are Impacting a Healthy California for All YouTube.com/@calhhs Meet the speakers Kim Johnson, Secretary, Health & Human Services Michelle Baass, Director, Health Care Services Jennifer Troia, Director, Social Services Elizabeth Landsberg, Director, Health Care Access & Information
October 27, 2025 at 9:51 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Every day, about 34 people in the United States die in drunk driving crashes — that's one person every 42 minutes.

Learn more about the effects of driving drunk. https://bit.ly/3mfpZ7k

#DHCS #RedRibbonWeek
Promotional graphic for Red Ribbon Week featuring a message 'Learn about the effects of driving drunk' over a backdrop of blurred police lights.
October 27, 2025 at 5:46 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
When emergencies like floods or mudslides happen, every second counts:
🔸 Warning = Be ready to leave
🔸 Order = Leave immediately
✔️ Pack your Benefits ID Card, a medication list, and daily medical supplies
✔️ Ask your provider about emergency backups
October 27, 2025 at 2:52 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
Make a promise to yourself and those around you to stay drugfree.

Take the #DEARedRibbon Pledge today! https://go.usa.gov/xMRvG

#DHCS #RedRibbonWeek
Red ribbon on a red background with text 'Pledge to be Drug Free, October 23-31'.
October 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Reposted by California Department of Health Care Services
calhhs.bsky.social
Next week, CalHHS will host a webinar on the latest efforts to address H.R. 1's impacts on safety-net programs in California and provide an update on the state’s application for the Rural Health Transformation Program: https://bit.ly/4qjEoip
Webinar CalHHS Connect: How Federal Policy Changes are Impacting a Healthy California for All Monday, October 27 at 10am Meet the speakers Kim Johnson, Secretary, Health & Human Services Michelle Baass, Director, Health Care Services Jennifer Troia, Director, Social Services Elizabeth Landsberg, Director, Health Care Access & Information
October 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. DHCS was proud to attend the Disability Employment Awareness Fair, where Hannah Vernazza and Joseph Luna spoke on the importance of inclusion and opportunity.

Interested in joining our team? Email [email protected] to learn more.
October 22, 2025 at 9:31 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
DHCS invites Tribal partners to a special webinar.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zS1cJm4qqkOy6CZCGoyFJnZIqnnPT6lPo3SeK29fxTVUOUxURzNRUlhIVlo4UjFQOE9ZRE9CWldFVy4u
October 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
🗓️ Oct 30 | ⏰ 12–1:30 PM
💬 Opening remarks by Director Michelle Baass
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zS1cJm4qqkOy6CZCGoyFJnZIqnnPT6lPo3SeK29fxTVUOUxURzNRUlhIVlo4UjFQOE9ZRE9CWldFVy4u
#CalAIM #HealthEquity #DHCS #PublicHealth
October 17, 2025 at 8:19 PM
dhcs.bsky.social
📣 Join a free webinar hosted by DHCS and the California Department of Public Health:
🗓️ October 30 | 12–1:30 PM

🔗 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zS1cJm4qqkOy6CZCGoyFJnZIqnnPT6lPo3SeK29fxTVUOUxURzNRUlhIVlo4UjFQOE9ZRE9CWldFVy4u
October 17, 2025 at 6:50 PM