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A healthy California for all.
📢 DHCS released the Implementation Plan for New Federal Eligibility and Enrollment Changes Under H.R. 1 to guide upcoming Medi-Cal changes required by federal law. Learn what’s changing and how we’re supporting members: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/federal-impacts/Pages/HR-1-Implementation-Plan.aspx
January 30, 2026 at 6:54 PM
You're not alone, and help is available 💙 The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available anytime, anywhere to provide compassionate support. Trained, caring counselors are ready to listen and connect you with local resources.
📱 Text/call 988 | 💻 Chat 988California.org
January 30, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Groundbreaking day in Santa Clara County! 🎉
Heritage Vila, LLC will transform an existing site into a 60‑bed Adult Residential SUD Treatment Facility, adding wraparound services and holistic care for those most in need. 💙 #HeritageVila #BHCIP #SUDTreatment #BehavioralHealth #SantaClaraCounty
January 29, 2026 at 11:21 PM
To our partners and providers—thank you. Provider networks continue to grow to meet whole-person care needs throughout California.

Review the full report:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/a07f998dfefa497fbd7613981e4f6117
January 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
🎥 See how Central Neighborhood Health Foundation is using PATH CITED funds to expand care for Medi-Cal members across San Bernadino and Riverside counties.

Local providers = local impact.

#PATHCITED #MediCal
January 28, 2026 at 6:32 PM
DHCS is accepting workshop proposals for this year's 20th Annual Substance Use Disorder Integrated Care Conference, to be held August 25 – 27, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach.

The deadline to submit a proposal is March 20, 2026.
http://www.cce.csus.edu/sudconference

January 24, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Join us for the Behavioral Health Transformation Quality and Equity Advisory Committee webinar. 🗓️ Jan 26, 2026 🕒 12 to 2 p.m. PST
🔗https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/BHT/Pages/Registration-QEAC-260126.aspx
January 23, 2026 at 10:06 PM
📢 Big news: DHCS’ BHCIP Round 4 investment is powering the groundbreaking of Rancho San Antonio’s No Wrong Door Youth Outpatient Center. 🎉
Advancing Path and Purpose by expanding mental health & substance use care for youth and families. https://www.ranchosanantonio.org/
January 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM
💙 PATH CITED is helping providers of CalAIM services like Community Supports and Enhanced Care Management deliver whole-person, equitable care.

🎥 See how Good News Redding is making it happen: https://youtube.com/shorts/g2i7TMPaF8M

#PATHCITED #MediCal #WholePersonCare
January 23, 2026 at 2:38 PM
📝 The new version makes it easier for Californians to apply for health coverage programs, including Medi-Cal. Designed to improve accessibility, simplify the process, & align with online portals at CoveredCA.com and BenefitsCal.com.

https://bit.ly/DHCSSingleStreamlinedApp
January 16, 2026 at 7:13 PM
🖥️ New tech, better care.

PATH CITED is helping Wayfinder Family Services modernize systems to support Medi-Cal members and transform their delivery of health care.

🎥 https://youtu.be/T22LisAaUt4.

#PATHCITED #MediCal #Innovation
January 16, 2026 at 4:16 PM
🎥 See how @healthtruecare is using PATH CITED funds to expand care for Medi-Cal members across San Diego County.

Local providers = local impact.

#PATHCITED #MediCal
January 13, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Skilled mental health and substance use disorder support is available 24/7/365. Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for personal, judgment-free support.
📱 Text or call 988 | 💻 Chat 988California.org
January 12, 2026 at 3:59 PM
🎥 See how Casa Pacifica is using PATH CITED funds to expand care for Medi-Cal members across Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.

Local providers = local impact.

#PATHCITED #MediCal
January 8, 2026 at 6:32 PM
One year after the LA Fires, BrightLife Kids and Soluna continue to help youth and families heal with free mental health tools and coaching. Grateful to @LAboardSups for your partnership. Learn more and share with your community:
https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/209643.pdf
January 7, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Reposted by California Department of Health Care Services
Today, ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Los Angeles fires, CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson visited a Pasadena child care facility operated by a mother and daughter whose home in Altadena was destroyed by the Eaton Fire.
January 6, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Beginning Jan 1, 2026, Medi‑Cal managed care plans must cover Transitional Rent—up to 6 months of rental assistance for eligible members facing or at risk of homelessness.

🔗 Policy Guide Vol. 2 (p.57): https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/MCQMD/DHCS-Community-Supports-Policy-Guide-Volume-2.pdf
January 5, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Starting Jan 1, Californians can buy CalRx® OTC naloxone for just $19—more than 50% less than market price.

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/12/19/calrx-drives-down-the-cost-of-naloxone-as-state-program-reverses-nearly-400000-overdoses/
January 2, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Your story, your courage, your strength, and your heart. It all matters. 💙
📱 Text or call 988 | 💻 Chat 988California.org
December 31, 2025 at 5:15 PM
🧠 Behavioral health. Family support. Care coordination.

PATH CITED is helping providers of CalAIM services like Community Supports and Enhanced Care Manegement deliver whole-person care to Medi-Cal members.

🎥 See how Beyond Blindness is making it happen: https://youtube.com/shorts/B10TjCWWfuE.
December 29, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Got an FSA?

Use it on health essentials like copays, medical supplies, and more. Schedule that eye exam, refill prescriptions, or stock up on eligible items.

Check your Medi-Cal eligibility today. my.medi-cal.ca.gov

#FSADeadline #MediCalMatters #DHCS
December 27, 2025 at 4:53 PM
💙 Providing Access and Transforming Health (PATH) Capacity and Infrastructure Transition, Expansion, and Development is helping providers of CalAIM services like Community Supports and Enhanced Care Management deliver whole-person care to Medi-Cal members.

🎥 https://youtube.com/shorts/3WYiePDuJoQ.
December 26, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Millions of Americans live with both mental health and substance use disorder challenges. You're not alone, and help is available 💚

988 Lifeline counselors are available 24/7/365 to listen, support, and connect you to resources. No judgment, just help. 📱 Text or call 988 | 💻 Chat 988California.org
December 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
🖥️ New tech, better care.

PATH CITED is helping AMI Housing modernize systems to support Medi-Cal members and transform their delivery of health care.

🎥 https://youtube.com/shorts/B10TjCWWfuE.

#PATHCITED #MediCal #Innovation
December 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
This holiday season, remember that help is always within reach.
📱 Text or call 988 | 💻 Chat 988California.org
December 20, 2025 at 4:54 PM