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This directory is a project of the Community Advisory Committee

(CAC) for special education. Are you looking for services, supports

and community agencies with experience serving the needs of

individuals with disabilities? Then this directory is a good place

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Mental health clinics provide services that help individuals with mental illness manage their symptoms and avoid crises. Our goal is to help you avoid hospitalization and help you live and thrive within your community. To do so we use a “whatever it takes” approach to support the wellness and recovery process. Services are available throughout the county through our network of providers, which includes county-operated clinics, community-based providers, and mobile mental health clinics.

Mental health services may include:

Individual, group, and family therapy.

Psychiatric evaluation, consultation, and medication support.

Crisis emergency assistance.

Health care referrals.

Services at school for children and youth.

Substance abuse and mental health coordinated services.

Referrals to other services and/or resources that may help clients live independently within their communities.

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Kaweah Health provides acute inpatient psychiatric care at our mental health hospital and provides out-patient bio-behavioral health service at our health clinics in Exeter, Lindsay, and Dinuba.

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Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital

Kaweah Health provides acute inpatient psychiatric care at our mental health hospital and provides out-patient bio-behavioral health service at our health clinics in Exeter, Lindsay, and Dinuba.

Adult Acute Inpatient Unit

This unit provides care for people ages 18 and older with diagnosed mental disorders whose symptoms cannot be treated in non-acute settings.
The unit is designed for the health and safety of mental health patients:

Locked units provide a safe and secure therapeutic treatment environment

Three separate wings offer care appropriate to patients level of function

Patients are medically cleared prior to admission

Patients receive care of mental conditions from experienced psychiatrists

Patients receive care from an experienced multi-disciplinary team of nurses, doctors, residents, recreational therapists, social workers, case managers, mental health workers and health unit coordinators

Consult Liaison Service

Our consult liaison service consists of psychiatrists who consult daily with inpatients experiencing mental health issues at Kaweah Health Medical Center downtown, as well as South and West campuses.

About Our Mental Health Facility

In the late 1990s, Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital was purchased by Kaweah Health, a licensed public nonprofit healthcare organization. Since early 2000, our hospital has been a regional provider of high-quality adult acute inpatient crisis intervention and medication stabilization psychiatric services.

To access any of our programs or request additional information, please contact Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital at (559) 624-3300 or fax (559) 635-4127.

Bio-Behavioral Health Services in Exeter, Lindsay, and Dinuba

When you visit a Kaweah Health clinic for behavioral health services, you can expect compassion and individualized attention from highly qualified professionals. We believe the essence of excellent behavioral health care begins with fundamental respect for all people and succeeds when our expertise builds on our client's strengths. We strive to deliver the safest, highest of care possible to our clients and their families, enabling accessible and affordable opportunities for care.
Our team includes:

Psychiatrists, resident psychiatrists, licensed therapists, and psychologist
Common reasons people request help from bio-behavioral services:

Depression, stress and anxiety, and trauma related stress
For more information, call us at any of our locations:
Mental Health and Other Resources - Tulare County

Tulare County Resources
2-1-1 or (800) 283-9323

Call this number to get connected to any available social service resource in Tulare County.
Tulare County - Adult
Visalia Adult Clinic
520 E Tulare Ave
Visalia, CA 93292
(559) 623-0900
Services Provided

Mental health assessments and psychiatric services

Case management services

Individual and group therapy sessions

Medication services and education

Self-sufficiency / eligibility counseling and services

Psychiatric emergency services / crisis intervention

Tulare County - Child/Youth
Visalia Youth Services (VYS)
711 N Court Street
Visalia, CA 93291
Hours of Operation: M-TH 8 AM - 7 PM, F 8- AM - 5 PM
Phone: (559) 627-1490
After Hours Crisis: (559) 730-9922 or 1 (800) 320-1616
http://www.tpocc.org/vys

North Tulare County One-Stop
201 North Court Street
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 624-2046

Central Tulare County One-Stop
113 South M Street
Tulare, CA 93271
(559) 687-8713
Mental Health Phone Lines
Tulare County Crisis Line
1-800-320-1616
(559) 730-9922

Provides a crisis counselor who will assist with emergency situations in preferred language. Free, confidential.

Tulare County Warm Line
1-877-306-2413
Provides someone to talk to who will not judge or criticize. Every day 8am-10pm. English/Spanish. Free, confidential.

Suicide Prevention Hotline
(800) 273-8255 (English)
(800) 628-9454 (Spanish)
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Provides a skilled, trained crisis worker who will listen to problems and describe mental health services in local area. Free, confidential.

The Trevor Helpline for LGBTQ Youth
(866) 488-7386
www.thetrevorproject.org
Provides a trained volunteer counselor for crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. Free, confidential.
Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Programs
AOD
132 N. valley Oaks Drive
Visalia, CA 93292
(559) 636-4000
(800) 834-7121
Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm
Friday 8:30am-12:00pm

Alcoholics Anonymous
449 E. Maple Street.
Exeter, CA
(559) 592-6999 (Central Office)
AA Meetings directory:
Shelter - Women
AOD
132 N. Valley Oaks Drive
Visalia, CA 93292
(559) 636-4000
(800) 834-7121
Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm
Friday 8:30am-12:00pm

Alcoholics Anonymous
449 E. Maple Street.
Exeter, CA
(559) 592-6999 (Central Office)

Narcotics Anonymous
(559) 734-0403
(800) 970-3334
Meeting Directory: www.kingstularena.net/All_Meetings.html
Shelter - Men
Visalia Rescue Mission
332 NE First Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 733-8152
11-month Residential Recovery Programs
Intake at 4pm daily

Men's Transitional Housing Program
Turning Point of Central California
1845 S Court Street
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 732-5550 Have homeless men's program
Hot Meals
Visalia Rescue Mission
322 NE First Ave
Visalia, CA
(559) 740-4178
Daily:
Breakfast 7:00am
Lunch 11:00am
Dinner 5:00pm

Bethlehem Center
1638 N Dinuba Boulevard
Visalia, CA
(559) 734-1572
Mon - Fri Breakfast 7:30am - 8:00am
Mon - Sat Lunch 11:30am - 12:30pm

Helping Hands
88 E. Putnam
Porterville, CA 93258
(559) 788-0812
Mon - Thu Lunch 11:30am-1:00pm
Additional Resources
**If you see that an individual's behavior could pose a danger to himself or others, or who needs emergency help, please call 911. Ask for an officer trained in mental health crisis intervention.
Crisis Numbers

Emergency 911

Alcohol Hotline 1-800-331-2900

After Abortion Hotline 1-866-4394

Alzheimer's Hotline 1-800-342-2437, 1-800-621-0379

Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-799-7233, 1-800-4 A CHILD

Child Exploitation 1-800-843-5678

Children of Alcoholics 1-888-554-2627

Cocaine Hotline 1-800-262-2463

Crisis Hotline 1-775-784-8090, 1-800-273-8255

Depression Hotline 1-630-482-9696

Depression Post-partum 1-800-PPD-MOMS

Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233

Domestic Violence [Safe Escape Grant Program (Red Rover)] 1-916-429-2457 (for pets)

Drug Addiction Hotline (SAMHSA) 1-800-662-4357 (treatment referral)

Eating Disorders Hotline 1-800-931-2237, 1-888-236-1188

Elder Abuse Hotline 1-800-252-8966

Gay and Lesbian Support 1-888-843-4564

Grief Hotline 1-800-445-4808

Marijuana Hotline 1-800-766-6779

Parental Stress Hotline 1-800-632-8188

Panic Support 1-800-647-2642

Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-7526

Pregnancy Support 1-800-467-8466

Pregnancy Support (Youth) 1-800-550-4900

Poison Control 1-800-222-1222

TSD Hotline 1-800-273-8255

Rape and Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE

Runaway/Exploited Child Hotline 1-800-621-4000, 1-800-843-5678

Self-Injury Hotline 1-800-DONT CUT, 1-800-334-HELP, 1-800-366-8288

Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255

Teen Dating Hotline 1-866-331-9474, 1-800-400-0900

Teen Help 1-800-840-5704 1-800-522-8336

Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386

Veterans Crisis Hotline 1-800-273-8255, 1-877-VET2VET

Domestic Violence Safe Escape Grant Program Red Rover 1-916-429-2457
(animal care associated to domestic violence)

redrover.org
P .0. Box 188890
Sacramento, CA 95818

California Partnership to End Domestic Violence
http://www.cpedv.org/

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Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital Kaweah Health provides acute inpatient psychiatric care at our mental health hospital and provides out-patient bio-behavioral health service at our health clinics in Exeter, Lindsay, and Dinuba. Adult Acute Inpatient Unit This unit provides care for people ages 18 and older with diagnosed mental disorders whose symptoms cannot be treated in non-acute settings.

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Licensed Clinical Psychologists and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, known as Behavioral Health Providers, provide behavioral health and mental health services at Family HealthCare Network. Behavioral health services include teaching, promoting, and supporting behaviors that will have a positive impact on a person’s health (emotional, physical, social, and psychological). Mental health services are designed to alleviate/improve the use of effective coping tools to better manage symptoms.

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Family HealthCare Network offers comprehensive behavioral health services in California. We care about your mental health and well-being.

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Family Urgent Response System (FURS) Youth Resources

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The Family Urgent Response System (FURS) is a Free 24/7/365 Hotline for current or former foster youth and their caregivers to call and get immediate help for any big or small issues you may be having. FURS also has a Mobile Response Team of caring and trained individuals that can come directly to where you are to help you solve problems and connect you to local services and support. FURS services are for YOU, are voluntary, and are driven by your input on how they can be the support team you need.

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The Family Urgent Response System (FURS) is a Free 24/7/365 Hotline for current or former foster youth and their caregivers to call and get immediate help for any big or small issues you may be having.

FURS also has a Mobile Response Team of caring and trained individuals that can come directly to where you are to help you solve problems and connect you to local services and support. FURS services are for YOU, are voluntary, and are driven by your input on how they can be the support team you need.

Call, Text, or Chat with FURS

Mobile Response

Follow Up

When should I contact FURS?

Have you had disagreements with your caregiver or Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP, formerly known as group home) staff? Frustrations with the people who are supposed to be helping you? Are you not feeling safe? Here are some scenarios when you might give FURS a call for some immediate, private help to make sure you are SAFE and SUPPORTED. These are only a few examples of what FURS is intended to help with, you can call ANY TIME for ANYTHING that's affecting your STABILITY.

Are your relationships being valued?

Your resource parent cancels your sibling visit because they say they need the car to go pick up their grandson from the airport. Your resource parent regularly cancels visits with your siblings and parents at the last minute and doesn't value your relationships. You're very frustrated and you feel like you want a new placement.You call the FURS helpline because you can't reach your social worker.

This example might not apply to you but if there is something affecting your stability, please call the hotline.

Are you frustrated with the STRTP Staff?

You're placed in a STRTP; you became angry at STRTP staff after having a discussion at dinner. You feel unsupported by staff and you're thinking of running away. You call the FURS helpline and request that the mobile response team come to your STRTP to help you feel safe and calm the situation between yourself and staff.

This example might not apply to you but if there is something affecting your stability, please call the hotline.

Have you been left without support?

You were living with your biological mother after reunifying with her a few months before your 18th birthday. Your dependency case is now closed. You and your mom had a big argument and told you that can find somewhere else to sleep. You call the FURS helpline at 2am.

This example might not apply to you but if there is something affecting your stability, please call the hotline.

Feeling unsupported about your Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression (SOGIE)?

You're placed in a resource home and you are starting to explore your sexual orientation and gender identity expression (SOGIE) and you're interested in attending some events to connect to the the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, and asexual or allies (LGBTQIA+) community. Your resource parent is reluctant to transport you to these events and is not supporting you in your decisions. You call the FURS helpline because you need someone to talk to.

This example might not apply to you but if there is something affecting your stability, please call the hotline.

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The Family Urgent Response System (FURS) is a Free 24/7/365 Hotline for current or former foster youth and their caregivers to call and get immediate help for any big or small issues you may be having.

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Why Choose MindDivers?

Expertise: Our team consist of a diverse set of therapist and psychiatrists dedicated to assist you in your mental wellness journey.

Compassion: We create a safe, non-judgmental space where your voice is heard, and your concerns are validated. Your well-being is our priority.

Personalized Attention: Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs and goals, fostering meaningful progress and long-term mental health

Phone:
Bakersfield: (661) 855-7455
Clovis: (559) 203-3775
Fresno: (559) 321-2322
Hanford: (559) 415-6588
Madera: (559) 751-0041
Porterville: (559) 342-9055
Tulare: (559) 366-4494
Visalia: (559) 754-3011

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Have you ever wondered if this is as good as it gets? It's a valid question, usually asked by those who believe they could be getting more out of life. We help you realize your best self and feel empowered to affect positive change in your life, yourself, and your relationships.

Our experienced team of therapists will guide and support you. We focus on the style that works for you as we focus on the meaningful improvements that make for a more satisfying life experience. We work with a wide range of challenges, from those suffering with bipolar disorder to the stressed-out single-working parent, to couples needing therapy.

Though we believe nothing is hopeless, we also recognize that hope is not a strategy. We've helped hundreds of people just like you using proven methodologies that produce positive results.

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Therapy for individuals, couples and families in Fresno, Clovis, and Visalia

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Crisis counselors are trained to answer calls, chats, or texts from LGBTQ+ young people who reach out on our free, confidential and secure 24/7 service when they are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, and suicide.

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The Trevor Project | For Young LGBTQ Lives

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The Trevor Project provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor. Free and confidential.

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Who is it for?

CalFresh is for people with low-income who meet federal income eligibility rules and want to add to their budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table.

Expansion of CalFresh to SSI/SSP Recipients!

Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time! There is no change to the SSI/SSP monthly benefit. To learn about this policy change, see the Expansion of CalFresh to SSI Recipients Partner Flyer located here: (English) (Spanish).

For more information on how SSI recipients may apply for CalFresh Food benefits, visit CalFreshFood.org.

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Who is it for?

CalFresh is for people with low-income who meet federal income eligibility rules and want to add to their budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table.

Expansion of CalFresh to SSI/SSP Recipients!

Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time! There is no change to the SSI/SSP monthly benefit. To learn about this policy change, see the Expansion of CalFresh to SSI Recipients Partner Flyer located here: ( English) ( Spanish).

For more information on how SSI recipients may apply for CalFresh Food benefits, visit CalFreshFood.org.

How to Apply:

Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending).

CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663.
Available in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian.
For speech and/or hearing assistance call 711 Relay.

Find your county office contact.
Interpretation services available in all languages.
Reasonable accommodations available.

Already Getting CalFresh?

If you have questions or problems with your CalFresh benefits, contact your county social services agency.

The CalFresh Program, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their nutritional needs.

Making America Strong

"Making America Stronger" commemorates the 30th anniversary of the reforms achieved by the Food Stamp Act of 1977 by telling the story of how food stamps dramatically reduced the extent of severe hunger in our country, how they continue to help Americans in need, and how this essential program can achieve still more. Watch the historic video.

Other Resources

The following are not administered by CDSS, but may be of interest to those who receive CalFresh benefits:

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CalFresh is for people with low-income who meet federal income eligibility rules and want to add to their budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table. Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time!

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What is TANF?

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federally funded, state-run program. Also known as welfare, TANF helps families pay for:

Food

Housing

Home energy

Child care

In addition to cash assistance for living expenses, many states offer job training and help with tuition payments for work-related education.

Each state or tribal government runs its TANF program differently and has a different name.

Find out if you are eligible for TANF benefits and apply

Every state or tribal territory has its own TANF requirements for who can get financial help, services, or other benefits. You must be a resident of the state where you are applying

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Welfare benefits or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) | USAGov

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Learn how to apply for welfare, known as TANF or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. It pays eligible families a monthly benefit for basic needs.

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If you are pregnant, have just had a baby, are breastfeeding, or have a child under the age of five, and you meet the income guidelines, you might be eligible for the Women, Infants & Children program (commonly referred to as WIC). Families with children under five who were previously on Healthy Families and now have Medi-Cal may be eligible for WIC.

WIC is designed to help pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well and stay healthy. WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care and social services. The WIC card can be used to buy nutritious foods at many local stores. Online nutrition education is also available.

There are nine WIC sites in Tulare County. With one call to the WIC toll-free number, you can find the location nearest to you, get information on WIC programs and services, and speak to friendly staff members who can answer your questions. For a list of frequent questions and answers, see the links below.

The foods provided through WIC are good sources for essential nutrients. Participation in the WIC program can improve your family’s health and help you make healthy lifestyle changes.

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Women, Infants & Children (WIC) | Health & Human Services Agency

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If you are pregnant, have just had a baby, are breastfeeding, or have a child under the age of five, and you meet the

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🤔 What is The McKinney-Vento Act?  [Explained in 90 Seconds ⏱️]

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Family Crisis Center is a multi-cultural organization which exists to protect individuals and families from domestic violence, economic deprivation, human trafficking, and homelessness by providing food, shelter, counseling, education, and other charitable services.

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The Family Crisis Center is an organization that serves individuals and families in crisis. The underlying premise of agency services and programming is to demonstrate care, concern and compassion to those seeking assistance to create hope and strength. We pledge to work together with each individual that we serve for the purpose of supporting responsible and successful lives resulting in a healthy community. >More About Us

Our Mission

Family Crisis Center is a multi-cultural organization which exists to protect individuals and families from domestic violence and economic deprivation by providing food, shelter, counseling education and other charitable services.

Family Crisis Center will develop programs and offer services that most effectively meet the demand and distinctive needs of its homeless, domestic violence clients, at risk families and their children. The organization will have skilled staff, board member and funding resources to support its ongoing programs and facility needs.

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Central California Family Crisis Center | Central California Family Crisis Center - A multi-cultural organization which exists to protect individuals and families from domestic violence and economic deprivation by providing food, shelter, education, and other charitable services.

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To empower families through education, skills and resources to become self-sufficient and sustain a higher quality of life for their children.

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Community Services Employment Training combats poverty by providing individuals, families, and communities with the resources, skills, and opportunities to thrive.

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CSET’s purpose is to reduce the causes of poverty in Tulare County. We serve to reveal the greatness in everyone by providing education and training, facilitating youth and community development, and creating jobs and resources.

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The Porterville Wellness Center offers free ongoing support and educational groups to mental health consumers 18 years and older. Monthly calendars are available at the center or on our facebook page.

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Porterville Wellness Center-Tulare County HHSA

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The Porterville Wellness Center offers free ongoing support and educational groups to mental health consumers 18 years and older. Monthly calendars are available at the center or on our facebook page.

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The ACEs Aware initiative is a first-in-the nation effort to screen patients for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to help improve and save lives.

Initially led by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the Office of the California Surgeon General (CA-OSG) as part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s California For All initiative, ACEs Aware strives to create a better world for children, families, and communities by working together across the health, human services, education, and non-profit sectors to prevent and address the impact of ACEs and toxic stress (watch the 2020 launch event).

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The ACEs Aware initiative released the October 2023 quarterly data report detailing the number of ACE screenings conducted for Medi-Cal members (children and adults) and the number of individuals who completed the "Becoming ACEs Aware in California" online training.

Between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2022, Medi-Cal clinicians conducted more than 2,040,870 ACE screenings of 1,390,300 unique Medi-Cal members.

Between December 4, 2019, and August 31, 2023, more than 33,270 individuals completed the Becoming ACEs Aware in California training, including approximately 15,100 Medi-Cal clinicians who are ACEs Aware-certified and...

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The ACEs Aware initiative released the October 2023 quarterly data report detailing the number of ACE screenings conducted for Medi-Cal members (children and adults) and the number of individuals who completed the "Becoming ACEs Aware in California" online training. Between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2022, Medi-Cal clinicians conducted more than 2,040,870 ACE screenings of 1,390,300 unique Medi-Cal members.

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ACEs Aware: The Science of Trauma and Toxic Stress 

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ACEs Aware Self-Care Tool for Pediatrics 

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HealthyChildren.org is the only parenting website backed by 67,000 pediatricians—committed to the physical, mental and emotional health of all infants, children, adolescents and young adults.

This site is created and powered by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to child health.

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HealthyChildren.org - From the American Academy of Pediatrics

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PBS KIDS believes the world is full of possibilities, and so is every child. As the number one educational media brand for kids, PBS KIDS helps children ages 2 to 8 learn lessons that last a lifetime. Through media and community-based programs, PBS KIDS wants children to see themselves uniquely reflected and celebrated in lovable, diverse characters who serve as positive role models. PBS KIDS also want kids to explore their feelings and discover new adventures along the way.

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Explore parent resources to help you raise kind, curious and resilient children. Find parenting tips, hands-on activities, games, and apps featuring your child’s favorite PBS KIDS characters.

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Tulare County Maternal, Child, Adolescent Health

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The Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) programs aim to improve the maternal, infant, child, and adolescent health of residents of Tulare County. In addition, it aims to increase access to health care for childbearing-age women, pregnant/postpartum women, infants, children, and youth with special health care needs.

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The Car Seat Safety Program provides child passenger safety education to eligible parents and legal guardians to improve the safety of children while riding in a vehicle and to reduce incidences of injury or possible infant death caused by involvement in car accidents.

Car seat checks are available to everyone. To be eligible to receive services, participants must be residing in Tulare County.

For more information about the program or to register to participate, please call the Public Health Branch at (559) 685-2275.

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The Safe Asleep Program provides up to three free home visits by a certified staff member to teach parents, guardians, and families about the importance of giving babies a safe sleeping environment.

In Tulare County, 14.5% of infant deaths from 2015–2017 were caused by accidental suffocation or strangulation in bed, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and Sudden Unexplained Infant Death (SUID). The Safe Asleep program provides participants with education, tools, and tips to reduce risks associated with infant sleeping conditions and to improve the health and safety of infants and their families.

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The Safe Asleep Program provides up to three free home visits by a certified staff member to teach parents, guardians

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A comprehensive health report aiming to improve health in Tulare County was released on April 30, 2024, by the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency, Public Health Branch (TCPH). The Community Health Assessment (CHA) assesses health behaviors and outcomes, as well as social, economic, and environmental factors impacting health in Tulare County.

TCPH achieved accreditation in September 2020 and is preparing for submission to become reaccredited in 2025. To build on the 2017 Community Health Assessment (CHA), TCPH launched a follow-up effort in 2021. This two-year initiative involved data collection and collaboration with community partners. The CHA serves as a foundation for developing plans to enhance our community's overall health.

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Are you struggling to provide the basic necessities for your family? The CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids) program provides temporary cash assistance to families with children to help pay for necessities like clothing, housing, and food.

The amount of cash aid a family may be eligible to receive depends on several factors, such as the family’s size, income, and any special needs of family members.

Do you have any physical, mental, or emotional conditions that make it hard for you to apply for benefits or meet program requirements?  We can give extra help. We call this type of help a reasonable accommodation. The law protects people with physical, mental, and developmental disabilities as well as others with serious health problems (42 U.S.C. § 12132). For more information, contact your worker. You can reach the Civil Rights Coordinator at TCCivilRights@tularecounty.ca.gov or (559) 624-8078 as well as visit our civil rights page

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CalWORKs (Cash Aid) | Health & Human Services Agency

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Are you struggling to provide the basic necessities for your family?

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Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

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Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

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CAPI is a program that provides cash assistance for aged, blind, or disabled non-citizens in California who are ineligible for SSI/SSP solely due to their immigration status. A CAPI applicant must apply for SSI/SSP or submit other proof of ineligibility from the Social Security Administration. Payment amounts for CAPI are dependent on the individual's living arrangements, marital status, and income.

A CAPI application may be submitted in person at one of the TulareWORKs offices OR

By Phone: Call 1-800-540-6880

By Fax: (559)749-9837

By Mail: Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency, PO Box 671, Visalia, CA 93277

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Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) | Health & Human Services Agency

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It is the intent of the Legislature to ensure that students in foster care have a meaningful opportunity to meet the challenging academic achievement standards to which all students in

the state are held. Educators, social workers, probation officers, caregivers, advocates, and juvenile courts must work together to serve the educational needs of students in foster care.

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California Office of the Foster Care Ombudsperson (OFCO)

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California Office of the Foster Care Ombudsperson (OFCO)

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The mission of the California Office of the Foster Care Ombudsperson (OFCO) is to advocate on behalf of foster children and youth regarding their care, placement, and services. The OFCO is an autonomous entity that is empowered to investigate and informally resolve complaints impacting foster youth, increase awareness about foster youth rights, and make recommendations to help support systemic change.

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As a child or youth in foster care, you may experience many challenges; here are some resources to help you tackle them. First, you have rights, starting with the right to live in a safe environment and you deserve to be treated with respect. You also have the right to services you need to successfully prepare for adulthood as you approach the age of 18. In addition, through Extended Foster Care (provided you continue to meet certain conditions), you have the right to remain in foster care and continue to receive support after you turn 18 until the age of 21.

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Foster Youth Resources | Health & Human Services Agency

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The TCOE Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) provides support services for students who experience the trauma of being removed from their home, school instability, and multiple placements while in foster care. Our goal is to increase collaboration among child welfare, probation, education, and community agencies to improve the educational outcomes for students in foster care. FYSCP has project specialists assigned to school districts to establish networks, assist with challenges, and implement solutions in meeting the unique needs of students in foster care.

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iFoster provides “the stuff” kids in foster care need to succeed.

Each year we provide over $324 million in resources to children and youth in and aging out of foster care to ensure they can become successful, independent adults.

We connect kids in the foster care system with the products, services, knowledge, and supportive adults who can best help them reach their full potential.

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iFoster is a dedicated team of staff, foster youth interns, board members, corporate, government and community partners who are committed to helping every child reach their potential.

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Saint Anne's Food Bank is a ministry of Saint Anne's Parish managed by the Knights of Columbus.
Foodlink of Tulare County, local businesses, and parishioners provide food to feed hundreds of hungry families each month in Porterville and surrounding areas.

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Saint Anne's Food Bank is a ministry of Saint Anne's Parish managed by the Knights of Columbus. Foodlink of Tulare County, local businesses, and parishioners provide food to feed hundreds of hungry families each month in Porterville and surrounding areas. Volunteers Wanted! Especially on the first Wednesday of the month.

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Food is medicine, yet nutritious food is out of reach for many low-income families and seniors. Fruits and vegetables are often unaffordable on tight budgets. And fresh produce isn’t readily available in many low-income neighborhoods where grocery stores are sparse.

This gap in nutrition costs our community with high absenteeism from work and school as well as high rates of chronic disease. Chronic illness contributes to worsening food insecurity. It is a vicious cycle. In the one of the most prosperous regions in the world, nobody should become sick due to a lack of consistent access to healthy food. Nobody should have to make a choice between putting food on the table or taking medicine.

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FoodLink For Tulare County | Be the Link

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For 40 years, we have stood by our unwavering belief that food is a basic human right. We distribute millions of healthy meals every year, and are on the forefront of new approaches to ending hunger and poverty through nutrition education and food system change.

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The Pirate Pantry was designed to provide supplemental food for students to assist in fighting food insecurities, supported by annual food drives, a partnership with the Central California Community Food Bank, and donations from campus staff, faculty, and administrators.

Access to the food pantry is available only if you are currently enrolled in classes.

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We are here to serve all those impacted by relationship abuse 24/7 confidentially. Due to high demand, you may experience longer wait times to connect with a live advocate. If you are unable to wait safely or aren’t ready to call, chat or text — you can search our Directory of Local Providers section anytime for resources and support in your area.

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24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.

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Chat at 988lifeline.org

If you or a friend are experiencing thoughts of suicide, 988 can support you in your immediate crisis, and connect you with follow-up resources.

Open 24/7 and 100% free of charge. Confidential. Judgment free. Share only what you want. English and Spanish.

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The Parent Stress Line offers a safe place for parents and caregivers to talk about the challenges of raising children and receive kindness, understanding, and the non-judgmental support needed to help prevent a situation from escalating into a crisis. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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"You're the first person who has really taken the time to talk with me." - Parent Stress Line Caller

Founded in 1979, the Parent Stress Line (1-800-632-8188) is the only helpline based in Massachusetts available specifically for parenting issues. It is uniquely suited to support parents and caregivers who are overwhelmed, isolated, or unable to ask for help from people they know. We receive approximately 6,000 calls annually from moms, dads, childcare providers, grandparents, neighbors, concerned older siblings, foster parents, and babysitters to talk about the challenges of raising children. During these calls, we offer support, empathy, encouragement, information and referrals.

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24/7 Parent Stress Line | Parents Helping Parents - Parents Helping Parents

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1-800-632-8188 is an anonymous 24-hour helpline for parents and caregivers. If you have no one to talk to, call us. We will help you figure out what to do next.

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At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

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We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

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The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

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First, you'll hear an automated message featuring additional options while your call is routed to your local 988 Lifeline network crisis center.

We'll play you a little music while we connect you to a skilled, trained crisis worker.

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This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and get you the help you need.

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Need to vent? Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a live volunteer Crisis Counselor.

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Crisis Text Line | Text HOME To 741741 free, 24/7 Crisis Counseling

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Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. We're here for everything: anxiety, depression, suicide, school. Text HOME to 741741.

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RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline has provided confidential, compassionate support to survivors since 1994.

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RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline has provided confidential, compassionate support to survivors since 1994.

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As the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence nonprofit, RAINN provides 24/7 crisis support, prevention education, and public policy advocacy to help survivors, stop harm, and enable justice.

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Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. And every 9 minutes, that victim is a child.

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Get the latest news on the work RAINN is doing every day to end sexual violence.

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From the legal definition of rape to the statute of limitation for a particular sex crime, where you live makes a difference. See our guide to the laws in your state.

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Hear from courageous survivors about what it means to tell their story and be believed, and the many paths they take to continue healing after sexual violence.

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RAINN | The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization

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Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. And every 9 minutes, that victim is a child. Learn More Get the latest news on the work RAINN is doing every day to end sexual violence. Learn More From the legal definition of rape to the statute of limitation for a particular sex crime, where you live makes a difference.

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NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization.

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California Youth Crisis Line

The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis. Professionally trained staff and volunteer counselors respond to 17,000 calls annually with crisis intervention counseling and resource referrals to service providers in the caller’s local community. We have access to more than 5,500 free or low-cost resources for youth and families across California.

For 34 years, we have listened to hundreds of thousands of youth and families in crisis from all over California about many struggles. Thoughts of suicide, depression, bullying, health and identity questions, trauma, human trafficking or any teen-related struggle are discussed with a crisis counselor in confidence and without judgment. We do not provide advice. We listen with compassion. If you or someone you know is experiencing any type of teen-related struggle or crisis, please call 1-800-843-5200. Translation services are available for multiple languages.

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The California Youth Crisis Line is proud to be a program of the California Coalition for Youth
Youth can always call or text the California Youth Crisis Line, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at:
The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis. Professionally trained staff and volunteer counselors respond to 17,000 calls annually with crisis intervention counseling and resource referrals to service providers in the caller's local community. We have access to more than 5,500 free or low-cost resources for youth and families across California. For 34 years, we have listened to hundreds of thousands of youth and families in crisis from all over California about many struggles. Thoughts of suicide, depression, bullying, health and identity questions, trauma, human trafficking or any teen-related struggle are discussed with a crisis counselor in confidence and without judgment. We do not provide advice. We listen with compassion. If you or someone you know is experiencing any type of teen-related struggle or crisis, please call 1-800-843-5200. Translation services are available for multiple languages. The California Youth Crisis Line program and the California Coalition for Youth are proud members of Child Helpline International and the North America Alliance of Child Helplines.
What is a crisis anyway?
Anytime you are feeling misunderstood or overwhelmed and needing to talk to someone about what's happening, especially before you run away or cause harm to yourselves or others. Call us first to learn how to handle your current and/or future crises.
What youth and families can/do talk to us about:
- Family Conflict - Depression or Sadness - Assault and Exploitation - Dating Issues - Dating Violence - Running Away - Homelessness - Gang Involvement - Self-Harm - Suicide - Sexual Identity - Sexual Orientation - Bullying - Most (if not all) School Problems - Most (if not all) Topics Involving Youth - And more...
We Offer Referrals For Help With (but not limited to):
- Shelter - Counseling - Drug Abuse - Birth Control - Pregnancy Testing - Pregnancy Care - STI Testing/Care - HIV Testing/Care - Legal Assistance - Transportation - Reporting a Crime or Abuse - And much more...

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The California Youth Crisis Line is proud to be a program of the California Coalition for Youth The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis.

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The Mental Health Services Access and Crisis Line and Substance Use Disorder Access Line are confidential, free, and available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, for individuals and family members facing a behavioral health crisis and/or substance use disorder addictions. This service is confidential. Services are available in English and Spanish. The AT&T Language Line will be used to provide services in other languages.

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24-Hour Crisis and Access Line | Health & Human Services Agency

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Community Services Employment Training is a non-profit agency established in 1976 to fight the War on Poverty. We are the Community Action Agency for Tulare County, joining a national partnership of agencies that assist individuals and communities to achieve self-reliance.

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Proteus is the premier provider of training, education, and community services within the agriculturally rich Central San Joaquin Valley. Since its inception in 1967, Proteus has been in a continuous state of evolution, adding and expanding services as the changing needs of the workforce emerge. Initially, an adult training center serving low-income residents through educational services, Proteus has emerged as a nationally recognized full-service agency providing a wide range of services to a diverse customer base.

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United Way of Tulare County fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every Tulare County community.

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211 Tulare County connects residents with essential support services including housing, food, utilities, health care, mental health, transportation, legal aid, and more. Search our menu options, download our mobile app, or chat with us over text.

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2-1-1 Tulare County connects our communities with resources, services, and opportunities. There are hundreds of different health/human service programs and community-benefit organizations listed in the 2-1-1 programs database, all just a click away.

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Operation Homefront - Military or Veteran Families

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Operation Homefront - Military or Veteran Families

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Operation Homefront, a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, builds strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families by improving their financial, emotional, and social well-being.

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Our mission is to build strong, stable, and secure military families so they can thrive, not simply struggle to get by, in the communities - OUR communities - they have worked so hard to protect.

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Operation Homefront is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, an organization that helps build strong, stable, and secure military families.

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Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children’s Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

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Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children's Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

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Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children's Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need.

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The Family Crisis Center is an organization that serves individuals and families in crisis.  The underlying premise of agency services and programming is to demonstrate care, concern and compassion to those seeking assistance to create hope and strength.  We pledge to work together with each individual that we serve for the purpose of supporting responsible and successful lives resulting in a healthy community

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The Family Crisis Center is an organization that serves individuals and families in crisis. The underlying premise of agency services and programming is to demonstrate care, concern and compassion to those seeking assistance to create hope and strength. We pledge to work together with each individual that we serve for the purpose of supporting responsible and successful lives resulting in a healthy community. >More About Us

Our Mission

Family Crisis Center is a multi-cultural organization which exists to protect individuals and families from domestic violence and economic deprivation by providing food, shelter, counseling education and other charitable services.

Family Crisis Center will develop programs and offer services that most effectively meet the demand and distinctive needs of its homeless, domestic violence clients, at risk families and their children. The organization will have skilled staff, board member and funding resources to support its ongoing programs and facility needs.

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Central California Family Crisis Center | Central California Family Crisis Center - A multi-cultural organization which exists to protect individuals and families from domestic violence and economic deprivation by providing food, shelter, education, and other charitable services.

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The Family Crisis Center is an organization that serves individuals and families in crisis. The underlying premise of agency services and programming is to demonstrate care, concern and compassion to those seeking assistance to create hope and strength.

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Domestic Violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in a relationship that is used by one partner to establish power and control over another partner. Abusers use fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use of violence, to establish and maintain control. Domestic violence can include physical, sexual, emotional, economic, and psychological abuse. Some signs of an abusive relationship include:

Exerting strict control (financial, social and/or appearance).

Needing constant contact including excessive texts and calls.

Emotional abuse including insulting a partner in front of other people.

Extreme jealousy.

One partner showing fear around the other partner.

Isolation from family and friends.

Unexplained injuries or explanations that don’t quite add up.

Learn more about warning signs of an abusive relationship.

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Domestic Violence : The Issues : What We Do : Family Services of Tulare County

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What is domestic violence?
Domestic Violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in a relationship that is used by one partner to establish power and control over another partner. Abusers use fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use of violence, to establish and maintain control. Domestic violence can include physical, sexual, emotional, economic, and psychological abuse. Some signs of an abusive relationship include:

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StrongHearts has become a lifeline to Native American and Alaska Natives impacted by domestic and sexual violence by offering a culturally-appropriate, anonymous and confidential service available 24/7 nationwide. By calling or texting 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483), or chatting online at strongheartshelpline.org: survivors, family, friends and partners questioning their own behavior can connect with StrongHearts advocates who provide support and advocacy including:

Crisis intervention.

Assistance with safety planning.

Domestic violence education and information.

Referrals to Native-centered domestic violence and sexual violence service providers.

Basic information about health options.

Support finding a local health facility or crisis center trained in the care of sexual assault survivors and forensic exams.

General information about jurisdiction and legal advocacy referrals.

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StrongHearts Native Helpline (1-844-762-8483) is a 24/7 confidential and anonymous culturally-appropriate domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans. StrongHearts advocates offer the following services at no cost:

Peer support and advocacy

Information and education about domestic violence and sexual violence

Personalized safety planning

Crisis intervention

Referrals to Native-centered domestic violence and sexual violence service providers

Basic information about health options

Support finding a local health facility or crisis center trained in the care of survivors of sexual assault and forensic exams

General information about jurisdiction and legal advocacy referrals

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StrongHearts offers 24/7 confidential and anonymous support and advocacy to Native American and Alaska Natives impacted by domestic and sexual violence.

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Banks Category | Tulare Chamber of Commerce

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Financial health is at the core of a family’s ability to thrive: it affects almost every aspect of a person’s well-being and can impact future plans and goals. It’s never too late to start on a path towards financial security, and a few small changes can go a long way. That’s why Hispanic Federation offers a variety of interactive financial literacy resources and workshops focused on budgeting, saving, investing and building credit.

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Financial Education Resources - Hispanic Federation

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HF has compiled resources on a wide range of financial topics such as credit building, savings strategies, and banking options for undocumented immigrants.

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How to Empower Financial Literacy in Hispanic Communities with Synchrony

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How to Empower Financial Literacy in Hispanic Communities with Synchrony

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Financial barriers that hinder the economic empowerment of Hispanic communities include language barriers, cultural differences and attitudes toward money. These factors can impact financial decision-making.

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How to Empower Financial Literacy in Hispanic Communities

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Financial hurdles that Hispanic communities commonly face—as well as some strategies for promoting financial empowerment.

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At the CFPB we are pleased to highlight a selection of financial education tools and resources for our nation’s diverse Hispanic and Latino community that are available in both English and Spanish.

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Do you speak Spanish? Check out our Spanish-language resources and financial tools | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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The CFPB has a wide range of Spanish-language tools and resources for consumers and service providers on topics from planning a budget or opening an account, to buying a house and protecting people from scams.

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The video also reviews the concepts of saving versus borrowing. Saving money is something we do so that we can eventually buy something we want, like a new bike. This can take time. If you want something more immediately, you can borrow money. Borrowing money, however, means that you have to pay back the money you borrowed over time. And sometimes you have to pay interest.

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Financial Literacy for Kids | Learn the basics of finance and budgeting

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Credit cards and debit cards are both small, hard, plastic cards. But apart from that, they are quite difference. Credit cards, for instance, are not linked to a bank account, but debit cards are. That means you can use debit cards to pay for things with money you already have. Generally speaking, a debit card is directly linked to a checking account. Credit cards use money that is loaned. You can use it to buy something and pay for it later.

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Financial Literacy—Debit and Credit | Learn the difference and when to use which

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We provide early pregnancy services for women in Porterville, California and surrounding communities.

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We at Porterville Women’s Medical Associates know it is essential that a patient feels comfortable with her medical provider. Women’s health is not only an important subject, but a sensitive one as well. When our patients feel comfortable, we can communicate with each other better.

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Prenatal Care: Guiding you through a healthy and happy pregnancy journey.

Women's Health: Providing comprehensive care for women of all ages, with a focus on preventive health measures.

Family Planning: Offering tailored solutions for family planning that meet your individual needs.

Infertility Services: Assisting and supporting couples on their journey to parenthood.

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Prenatal Care: Guiding you through a healthy and happy pregnancy journey.

Women's Health: Providing comprehensive care for women of all ages, with a focus on preventive health measures.

Family Planning: Offering tailored solutions for family planning that meet your individual needs.

Infertility Services: Assisting and supporting couples on their journey to parenthood.

At Living Water Clinic, we are pleased to announce, Dr. Jose Salas Sr, MD, a distinguished obstetrics & gynecology specialist with over 54 years of experience. We are excited to bring his expertise to Lindsay, California, and expand our services to include comprehensive OBGYN care.

Meet Dr. Jose Salas Sr, MD - Your Experienced OBGYN Specialist

Dr. Jose Salas Sr, MD, completed his medical education at the prestigious Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi, Facultad De Medicina in 1969. With a wealth of experience in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Salas is passionate about providing personalized care to women at every stage of life. He is now accepting new patients at Living Water Clinic, where he will be offering all the services explained in this article.
Insurance Coverage:
Living Water Clinic is committed to making quality healthcare accessible. Dr. Salas is currently accepting new patients, including those with Medi-Cal/Medicare coverage and some commercial insurances (call for more information).
Schedule Your Appointment Today:
Taking charge of your health is a crucial step towards a fulfilling life. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Jose Salas Sr, MD, and experience compassionate and personalized care. Call our office at 559-562-1361 or use our convenient online appointment scheduling system on our website.
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Trusted Obstetrics And Gynecology (OBGYN) Specialist serving Porterville, CA & Lindsay, CA. Visit our website to book an appointment online: Living Water Clinic

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At Family HealthCare Network, we’re committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality, and personalized healthcare that considers every woman’s health concerns. Our experienced team of healthcare professionals focuses on a holistic approach to medical care, encompassing both physical and emotional wellness. With a range of services, including routine check-ups, menopausal support, and disease prevention, we’re here to support women at every stage of life. Trust us to be your partner in achieving optimal health and well-being.

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Family HealthCare Network provides compassionate women’s care services throughout Central California. Your health matters.

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Sequoia Family Medical Center is a multi-specialty facility providing individualized and culturally-informed healthcare. With four locations throughout the county, SFMC makes superior healthcare convenient, accessible, and affordable to all members of our community. Most insurance are accepted, walk-ins are always welcome.

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Elevate your health with Sequoia Family Medical Center. From primary care to specialty services, our dedicated team delivers compassionate, comprehensive care. Visit us for top-quality medical treatment and a commitment to your well-being.

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Hispanic Women's Health: Tips for Healthy Living

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Hispanic Women's Health: Tips for Healthy Living

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FDA has fact sheets, videos, social media toolkits, and other information on many health topics.

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Hispanic Women’s Health: Tips for Healthy Living

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The Office on Women's Health (OWH) was established in 1991 within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). OWH coordinates women's health efforts across HHS and addresses critical women's health issues by informing and advancing policies, educating health care professionals and consumers, and supporting innovative programs. Learn more about who we are.

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Health Information in Spanish (español): MedlinePlus

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Health Information in Spanish (español): MedlinePlus Multiple Languages Collection

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Some health issues are unique to men. And some of the health issues that affect both men and women can affect men differently. Men of every age and background need to be mindful of caring for their health. From knowing the importance of what screenings are necessary at each age to health issues impacting men most often, it is essential to stay informed. Empower yourself to make health a priority. These resources will provide you with the tools you need to be the healthiest you, at every phase of life.​ ​

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The California Department of Public Health is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of Californians

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Medline Plus - Men's Health (Multiple Languages)

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Medline Plus - Men's Health (Multiple Languages)

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IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

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IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children.

The IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to more than 8 million (as of school year 2022-23) eligible infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities.

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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The U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act website brings together department and grantee IDEA information and resources. The IDEA makes available a free appropriate public education to and ensures special education and related services to eligible children with disabilities.

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Center for Parent Information and Resources

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Center for Parent Information and Resources

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The nation’s special education law is called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA. As part of making special education and related services available to children with disabilities in the public schools, Part B of IDEA defines the term “child with a disability.” That definition includes specific disability terms, which are also defined by IDEA, as this webpage describes.

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Current and accurate as of January 2022
In Spanish | En español

The nation's special education law is called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA. As part of making special education and related services available to children with disabilities in the public schools, Part B of IDEA defines the term "child with a disability." That definition includes specific disability terms, which are also defined by IDEA, as this webpage describes.

The IDEA's disability terms and definitions guide how States in their own turn define disability and who is eligible for a free appropriate public education under special education law. The definitions of these specific disability terms from the IDEA regulations are shown beneath each term listed below. Note, in order to fully meet the definition (and eligibility for special education and related services) as a "child with a disability," a child's educational performance must be adversely affected due to the disability.

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In the list below, if a disability term is linked, clicking on the link will take you to a fact sheet for that particular disability and to other related information.
1. Autism...
...means a developmental disability significantly affecting verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction, generally evident before age three, that adversely affects a child's educational performance. Other characteristics often associated with autism are engaging in repetitive activities and stereotyped movements, resistance to environmental change or change in daily routines, and unusual responses to sensory experiences. The term autism does not apply if the child's educational performance is adversely affected primarily because the child has an emotional disturbance, as defined in #5 below.

A child who shows the characteristics of autism after age 3 could be diagnosed as having autism if the criteria above are satisfied.
2. Deaf-Blindness...
...means concomitant [simultaneous] hearing and visual impairments, the combination of which causes such severe communication and other developmental and educational needs that they cannot be accommodated in special education programs solely for children with deafness or children with blindness.

...means a hearing impairment so severe that a child is impaired in processing linguistic information through hearing, with or without amplification, that adversely affects a child's educational performance.

4. Developmental Delay...

...for children from birth to age three (under IDEA Part C) and children from ages three through nine (under IDEA Part B), the term developmental delay, as defined by each State, means a delay in one or more of the following areas: physical development; cognitive development; communication; social or emotional development; or adaptive [behavioral] development.
5. Emotional Disturbance...
...means a condition exhibiting one or more of the following characteristics over a long period of time and to a marked degree that adversely affects a child's educational performance:

(a) An inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory, or health factors.

(b) An inability to build or maintain satisfactory interpersonal relationships with peers and teachers.

(c) Inappropriate types of behavior or feelings under normal circumstances.

(d) A general pervasive mood of unhappiness or depression.

(e) A tendency to develop physical symptoms or fears associated with personal or school problems.

The term includes schizophrenia. The term does not apply to children who are socially maladjusted, unless it is determined that they have an emotional disturbance.
6. Hearing Impairment...
...means an impairment in hearing, whether permanent or fluctuating, that adversely affects a child's educational performance but is not included under the definition of "deafness."
7. Intellectual Disability...
...means significantly subaverage general intellectual functioning, existing concurrently [at the same time] with deficits in adaptive behavior and manifested during the developmental period, that adversely affects a child's educational performance.

( Editor's Note, February 2011: "Intellectual Disability" is a new term in IDEA. Until October 2010, the law used the term "mental retardation." In October 2010, Rosa's Law was signed into law by President Obama. Rosa's Law changed the term to be used in future to "intellectual disability." The definition of the term itself did not change and is what has just been shown above.
8. Multiple Disabilities...
...means concomitant [simultaneous] impairments (such as intellectual disability-blindness, intellectual disability-orthopedic impairment, etc.), the combination of which causes such severe educational needs that they cannot be accommodated in a special education program solely for one of the impairments. The term does not include deaf-blindness.
9. Orthopedic Impairment...
...means a severe orthopedic impairment that adversely affects a child's educational performance. The term includes impairments caused by a congenital anomaly, impairments caused by disease (e.g., poliomyelitis, bone tuberculosis), and impairments from other causes (e.g.,cerebral palsy, amputations, and fractures or burns that cause contractures).
10. Other Health Impairment...
...means having limited strength, vitality, or alertness, including a heightened alertness to environmental stimuli, that results in limited alertness with respect to the educational environment, that-

(a) is due to chronic or acute health problems such as asthma, attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, diabetes, epilepsy, a heart condition, hemophilia, lead poisoning, leukemia, nephritis, rheumatic fever, sickle cell anemia, and Tourette syndrome; and

(b) adversely affects a child's educational performance.
11. Specific Learning Disability...
...means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, that may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or to do mathematical calculations. The term includes such conditions as perceptual disabilities, brain injury, minimal brain dysfunction, dyslexia, and developmental aphasia. The term does not include learning problems that are primarily the result of visual, hearing, or motor disabilities; of intellectual disability; of emotional disturbance; or of environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage.
12. Speech or Language Impairment...
...means a communication disorder such as stuttering, impaired articulation, a language impairment, or a voice impairment that adversely affects a child's educational performance.
13. Traumatic Brain Injury...
...means an acquired injury to the brain caused by an external physical force, resulting in total or partial functional disability or psychosocial impairment, or both, that adversely affects a child's educational performance. The term applies to open or closed head injuries resulting in impairments in one or more areas, such as cognition; language; memory; attention; reasoning; abstract thinking; judgment; problem-solving; sensory, perceptual, and motor abilities; psychosocial behavior; physical functions; information processing; and speech.

The term does not apply to brain injuries that are congenital or degenerative, or to brain injuries induced by birth trauma.
14. Visual Impairment Including Blindness...
...means an impairment in vision that, even with correction, adversely affects a child's educational performance. The term includes both partial sight and blindness.

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Considering the Meaning of "Adversely Affects"
You may have noticed that the phrase "adversely affects educational performance" appears in most of the disability definitions. This does not mean, however, that a child has to be failing in school to receive special education and related services. According to IDEA, states must make a free appropriate public education available to "any individual child with a disability who needs special education and related services, even if the child has not failed or been retained in a course or grade, and is advancing from grade to grade." [§300.101(c)(1)]

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Categories of Disability Under Part B of IDEA

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Current and accurate as of January 2022 In Spanish | En español The nation's special education law is called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA. As part of making special education and related services available to children with disabilities in the public schools, Part B of IDEA defines the term "child with a disability."

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GLOSSARY

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TCOE Special Education Community Advisory Committee

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TCOE Special Education Community Advisory Committee

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Community Advisory Committees (CACs) are at the heart of the Special Education system in California. They are a vital component of parent-community involvement and are designed to reflect the families they serve. The CAC of the Tulare County SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) is composed of individuals from all four geographic regions in the county who meet monthly to discuss current topics in special education and provide feedback to the SELPA Director. Members include: parents, educators, students and adults with special needs, representatives of public and private agencies, and anyone wanting to be involved with the needs of individuals with disabilities. The 5th Edition of the California SELPA CAC Guide explaining more can be found here .

Becoming a part of the CAC gives you a voice in the development of the Local Plan-the blueprint for how Special Education services will be delivered to students in Tulare County. State law (California Education Code, Section 56194) calls for such community involvement and describes how the CAC will serve an advisory role. Meetings are open to the public and provide opportunities to give input, participate in training related to special education, connect with parents and administration, and learn about local resources for students with disabilities. Whether you are a student who qualifies for special education, a parent or family member of a student, or a teacher or staff person, we welcome you. Scroll down to learn more about getting involved!

MEETING INFORMATION

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For questions or additional information, call (559) 730-2910 ext. 5125

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Community Advisory Committees (CACs) are at the heart of the Special Education system in California. They are a vital component of parent-community involvement and are designed to reflect the families they serve.

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Lunch Break Special Education Parent Trainings 

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Lunch Break Special Education Parent Trainings 

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Tulare County Office of Education - Special Education Rights of Parents and Children

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Tulare County Office of Education - Special Education Rights of Parents and Children

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TCOE - Special Education Parent Liaisons

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TCOE - Special Education Parent Liaisons

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Outreach & Mentoring to Parents of Children (ages 0-3) with Disabilities:

We connect parents to Bright Start parent-infant programs, community resources, parent support groups, parent education, and provide transition planning when children turn 3 years of age.

Liaison Support for School-Age Children:

We provide parent-to-parent mentoring by gathering information to understand a child's disability, its effects at school & home, parents' concerns, and the current situation at school. Often, we make home visits and observe students in their school environment.

Bilingual Parent Education & Training:
We aim to increase knowledge of the special education process, parents' rights under IDEA, the IEP/504 document, effective communication, and other topics of interest to parents by providing trainings and materials in Spanish and English.

Promote Parent Involvement in Special Education:

We help prepare parents for IEP/504/other meetings by explaining specific terminology, documenting concerns, explaining evaluations, and communicating with the school.  We know that careful preparation can prevent many problems later on during a meeting.

Attend & Participate in IEPs & Other Meetings:

We serve as a neutral party to resolve parents' concerns through access of information & compromise on both sides.  We are not traditional "advocates" hired to work solely on behalf of parents. Our job is to look at all relevant information presented by parents and the school and make sure the needs of the child are met. We do this by modeling appropriate participation & communication and helping the team stay focused on the student.

Foster a Positive Outcome Between Parents and School Personnel:

We work to negotiate solutions to a parent's or school's concerns in order to ensure a free & appropriate public education for students with disabilities.  For a student's needs to be met at school, it is imperative that parents and schools maintain a harmonious, working relationship and this is what we strive to create.

Stephanie Caldera
Bright Start Parent/School Liaison
(559) 740-4321 ext. 6528
scaldera@tcoe.org

Joy Voita
Parent/School Liaison
(559) 260-6146
joyv@tcoe.org

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Outreach & Mentoring to Parents of Children (ages 0-3) with Disabilities:

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Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.

Law enforcement asks about my immigration status

How to reduce risk to yourself

Stay calm. Don't run, argue, resist, or obstruct the officer, even if you believe your rights are being violated. Keep your hands where police can see them.

Don't lie about your status or provide false documents.

Your rights

You have the right to remain silent and do not have to discuss your immigration or citizenship status with police, immigration agents, or other officials. Anything you tell an officer can later be used against you in immigration court.

If you are not a U.S. citizen and an immigration agent requests your immigration papers, you must show them if you have them with you.

If an immigration agent asks if they can search you, you have the right to say no. Agents do not have the right to search you or your belongings without your consent or probable cause.

If you're over 18, carry your papers with you at all times. If you don't have them, tell the officer that you want to remain silent, or that you want to consult a lawyer before answering any questions.

What to do in such an encounter

In some states, you must provide your name to law enforcement if you are stopped and told to identify yourself. But even if you give your name, you don't have to answer other questions.

If you are driving and are pulled over, the officer can require you to show your license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance, but you don't have to answer questions about your immigration status.

Customs officers can ask about your immigration status when entering or leaving the country. If you are a lawful permanent resident (LPR) who has maintained your status, you only have to answer questions establishing your identity and permanent residency. Refusal to answer other questions will likely cause delay, but officials may not deny you entry into the United States for failure to answer other questions. If you are a non-citizen visa holder, you may be denied entry into the U.S. if you refuse to answer officers' questions.

Additional resources

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I've been stopped by police or ICE

How to reduce risk to yourself

Stay calm and do not resist or obstruct the agents or officers.

Do not lie or give false documents.

Prepare yourself and your family in case you are arrested. Memorize the phone numbers of your family and your lawyer. Make emergency plans if you have children or take medication.

Your rights

You have the right to remain silent. If you wish to exercise that right, say so out loud. (In some states, you may be required to provide your name if asked to identify yourself.)

You do not have to consent to a search of yourself or your belongings, but police may pat down your clothing if they suspect a weapon.

If you are arrested by police, you have the right to a government-appointed lawyer.

If you are detained by ICE, you have the right to consult with a lawyer, but the government is not required to provide one for you. You can ask for a list of free or low-cost alternatives.

You do not have to answer questions about where you were born, whether you are a U.S. citizen, or how you entered the country. (Separate rules apply at international borders and airports, and for individuals on certain nonimmigrant visas, including tourists and business travelers.)

What to do if you are arrested or detained

Say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't give any explanations or excuses. Don't say anything, sign anything, or make any decisions without a lawyer.

If you have been arrested by police, you have the right to make a local phone call. The police cannot listen if you call a lawyer.

If you have been detained by ICE, you have the right to contact your consulate or have an officer inform the consulate of your detention.

Remember your immigration number ("A" number) and give it to your family. It will help family members locate you.

Keep a copy of your immigration documents with someone you trust.

If you are a non-citizen: Ask your lawyer about the effect of a criminal conviction or plea on your immigration status. Don't discuss your immigration status with anyone but your lawyer. While you are in jail, an immigration agent may visit you. Do not answer questions or sign anything before talking to a lawyer. Read all papers fully. If you do not understand or cannot read the papers, tell the officer you need an interpreter.

If you believe your rights were violated

Write down everything you remember, including officers' badges and patrol car numbers, which agency the officers were from, and any other details. Get contact information for witnesses.

If you're injured, seek medical attention immediately and take photographs of your injuries.

File a written complaint with the agency's internal affairs division or civilian complaint board. In most cases, you can file a complaint anonymously if you wish.

Additional resources

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Police or ICE are at my home

How to reduce risk to yourself

Stay calm and keep the door closed. Opening the door does not give them permission to come inside, but it is safer to speak to ICE through the door.

Your rights

You have the right to remain silent, even if officer has a warrant.

You do not have to let police or immigration agents into your home unless they have certain kinds of warrants.

If police have an arrest warrant, they are legally allowed to enter the home of the person on the warrant if they believe that person is inside. But a warrant of removal/deportation (Form I-205) does not allow officers to enter a home without consent.

What to do when the police or ICE arrive

Ask if they are immigration agents and what they are there for.

Ask the agent or officer to show you a badge or identification through the window or peephole.

Ask if they have a warrant signed by a judge. If they say they do, ask them to slide it under the door or hold it up to a window so you can inspect it.

Don't lie or produce any false documents. Don't sign anything without speaking with a lawyer first.

Do not open your door unless ICE shows you a judicial search or arrest warrant naming a person in your residence and/or areas to be searched at your address. If they don't produce a warrant, keep the door closed. State: "I do not consent to your entry."

If agents force their way in, do not resist. If you wish to exercise your rights, state: "I do not consent to your entry or to your search of these premises. I am exercising my right to remain silent. I wish to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible."

If you are on probation with a search condition, law enforcement is allowed to enter your home.

Additional resources

I need a lawyer

Your rights

If you are arrested by the police, you have the right to a government-appointed lawyer, and should ask for one immediately.

If arrested, you have the right to a private phone call within a reasonable time of your arrest, and police may not listen to the call if it is made to a lawyer.

If you are detained by ICE or Border Patrol, you have the right to hire a lawyer, but the government does not have to provide one for you. Ask for a list of free or low-cost alternatives.

If you are detained, you have the right to call a lawyer or your family, and you have the right to be visited by a lawyer in detention. You have the right to have your attorney with you at any hearing before an immigration judge.

Additional resources

I've been detained near the border by Border Patrol

How to reduce risk to yourself

Stay calm when interacting with immigration officials. Do not lie or provide false documents.

Never flee from an immigration checkpoint.

Your rights

You have the right to remain silent. You can also tell the agent that you'll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney, no matter your citizenship or immigration status.

You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status. A limited exception exists for people who have permission to be in the U.S. for a specific reason and for a limited amount of time (a "nonimmigrant" on a visa, for example). These individuals are required to provide information about their immigration status if asked.

Generally, a Border Patrol agent cannot detain you unless they have "reasonable suspicion" that you are committing or committed a violation of immigration law or federal law.

An immigration officer cannot arrest you without "probable cause." That means the agent must have facts about you that make it probable that you are committing, or committed, a violation of immigration law or federal law.

At immigration checkpoints, agents do not need any suspicion to stop you and ask you questions, but their questions should be brief and related to verifying immigration status. They can also visually inspect your vehicle.

What to expect

People who have entered the U.S. without inspection by an immigration official may be subject to expedited removal from the U.S. based on certain criteria. If you are told that you are subject to expedited removal, ask for the stated reason. Also, if you fear persecution if returned to your country of origin, you should immediately inform the agents of your fear.

At border crossings, federal authorities do not need a warrant or even suspicion of wrongdoing to justify conducting what courts have called a "routine search," such as searching luggage or a vehicle.

If an agent asks you for documents, what you need to provide differs depending on your immigration status. U.S. citizens do not have to carry proof of citizenship if they are in the U.S. If you have valid immigration documents and are over the age of 18, the law requires that you to carry those documents with you. If you are asked by an immigration agent to produce them, show them to the agent. If you are an immigrant without documents, you can decline the officer's request, although an agent may then ask you more questions.

Additional resources

I was stopped by police, ICE, or Border Patrol while in transit

How to reduce risk to yourself

Stay calm. Don't run, argue, or obstruct the officer or agent. Keep your hands raised where they can see them.

If you are in a car, pull over in a safe place as quickly as possible. Turn off the engine, turn on the internal light, open the window part way and place your hands on the wheel. Upon request, show police your driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance.

If you are not a U.S. citizen and an immigration agent requests your papers, you must show them if you have them with you. If you are over 18, carry your immigration documents with you at all times. If you do not have immigration papers, say you want to remain silent.

Your rights

In a car:

Drivers and passengers have the right to remain silent. If you are a passenger, you can ask if you are free to leave. If the officer says yes, calmly leave.

If an officer or immigration agent asks to look inside your car, you can refuse to consent to the search. But if police generally believe that your car contains evidence of a crime, your car can be searched without your consent.

In addition to police, Border Patrol conduct "roving patrols" around the interior of the U.S., pulling over motorists. Border Patrol must have reasonable suspicion that the driver or passengers in the car committed an immigration violation or a federal crime.

Any arrest or prolonged stop by Border Patrol requires probable cause. You may ask the agents about the basis for probable cause, and they should tell you. In this situation, both the driver and any passengers have the right to remain silent and not answer questions about their immigration status.

On an airplane:

A pilot may refuse to fly a passenger if he or she reasonably believes that the passenger is a threat to flight safety. A pilot may not, however, question you or refuse to allow you on a flight because of bias based on your religion, race, national origin, gender, ethnicity, or political beliefs.

If you believe you are mistakenly on a "no-fly" list, you should review our guidance on No-Fly lists here.

On buses and trains:

Border Patrol agents may board buses and trains in the 100-mile border region either at the station or while the bus is on its journey. More than one officer usually boards the bus, and they will ask passengers questions about their immigration status, ask passengers to show them immigration documents, or both.

These questions should be brief and related to verifying one's lawful presence in the U.S. You are not required to answer and can simply say you do not wish to do so. As always, you have the right to remain silent.

If you believe your rights were violated

Write down everything you remember, including officers' badges and patrol car numbers, which agency the officers were from, and any other details. Get contact information from witnesses.

If you're injured, seek medical attention immediately and take photographs of your injuries.

File a written complaint with the agency's internal affairs division or civilian complaint board. In most cases, you can file a complaint anonymously.

Additional resources

I am detained while my immigration case is underway

Your rights

Most people who are detained while their case is underway are eligible to be released on bond or with other reporting conditions.

You have the right to call a lawyer or your family if you are detained, and you have the right to be visited by a lawyer in detention.

You have the right to have your attorney with you at any hearing before an immigration judge.

What to do if you are detained

If you are denied release after being arrested for an immigration violation, ask for a bond hearing before an immigration judge. In many cases, an immigration judge can order that you be released or that your bond be lowered.

Additional resources

I've been arrested and need to challenge a deportation order

Your rights

You have the right to a hearing to challenge a deportation order, unless you waive your right to a hearing, sign something called a "Stipulated Removal Order," or take "voluntary departure."

You have the right to an attorney, but the government does not have to provide one for you. Ask for a list of free or low-cost alternatives. If you have no lawyer, ask the court to allow you time to find one.

What to do if you are arrested

If you are told that you do not have the right to see an immigration judge, you should speak with a lawyer immediately. There are some cases in which a person might not have a right to see an immigration judge. But even if you are told that is your situation, you should ask to speak to a lawyer immediately because Immigration officers will not always know or tell you about exceptions might apply to you.

If you fear persecution or torture in your home country, tell an officer and contact a lawyer immediately. You have additional rights if you have this fear.

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Know Your Rights | Immigrants' Rights | ACLU

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Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.

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California Department of Education Immigration Resources for Families

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California Department of Education Immigration Resources for Families

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Resources for Including Immigrant Families, provides family-facing posters that communicate assurance of all schools’ obligation to provide every child with access to education and a safe learning environment, regardless of immigration status, as well as guidance for best practices when immigration agents are present on school sites. We encourage all California schools to make these resources visible and accessible to families.

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This toolkit, Our Schools: Resources for Including Immigrant Families, provides family-facing posters that communicate assurance of all schools' obligation to provide every child with access to education and a safe learning environment, regardless of immigration status, as well as guidance for best practices when immigration agents are present on school sites. We encourage all California schools to make these resources visible and accessible to families.

The posters and office counter cards in this toolkit include:

content regarding protection of students' and families' privacy,

guidance from the Attorney General about how to respond if immigration agents are present,

information about caregiver affidavits,

recommendations for updating school safety plans, and

additional valuable resources.

In recognition of the fact that many local educational agencies (LEAs) may wish to include local policies or resources in any family-facing materials, the CDE has provided customizable versions of each toolkit poster in addition to versions that can be used statewide.

The Our Schools toolkit is currently available in English and Spanish. Additional languages will be added so that this vital information about supports for students and families will be accessible to most California immigrant communities.

See below for English versions of all documents or get Spanish translations and additional languages .

Our Schools: Resources to Include Immigrant Families

Questions: Richard Barrera, Senior Policy Advisor | 916-319-0795

Last Reviewed: Saturday, September 20, 2025

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Resources to Include Immigrant Families - Including Immigrant Families (CA Dept of Education)

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Our Schools: Resources for Including Immigrant Families is a family-facing toolkit to communicate assurance of all schools’ obligation to provide every child with access to education and a safe learning environment, regardless of immigration status.

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First 5 California works to improve the lives of children and families throughout California.

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Resource Center - Family Health Care Network

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Resource Center - Family Health Care Network

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Porterville Resource Center - Family HealthCare Network

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Presentation by SRO Torres on strategies to keep kids safe online.