In the US, immunizations have reduced or eliminated many infectious diseases that once routinely killed or harmed many infants, children, and adults. However, the viruses and bacteria that cause immunization-preventable disease and death still exist and can be passed on to people who are not protected by immunizations.

Placer County residents can get assistance scheduling flu and COVID-19 vaccine appointments by calling 211 or 833-342-5211, unless they are insured by Kaiser Permanente, in which case they need to schedule directly with Kaiser at kp.org.

Find vaccine information on Placer County's Immunizations webpage including:

• Child Immunizations
• Adult Immunizations
• Travel Health
• Flu Immunizations
• COVID-19 Immunization
• MPX (Monkeypox) Immunization

Immunizations for School
California Law (Health and Safety Code 120325-120375) requires that children entering public or private schools, including childcare, preschool, elementary, or secondary schools, receive required immunizations. Pla… [read more]

Public Health Nursing is a program of the County of Placer Public Health

Public Health (PH) Nurses are Registered Nurses who have additional training and certification to work in the community and the field of Public Health. Our goal is to meet preventive health needs of families and individuals, and promote positive health behavior. Our nurses offer in-home care to new parents, children, and the elderly.

If you or someone you know could benefit from Public Health Nursing assistance, start by submitting a Public Health Nursing Referral Form (PDF) to our office. Once received, our nurses contact the referred individual to offer services.

Services provided for:

• Women & Children
• Family & Mental Health
• Elder Care

See Public Health Nursing web page for details.

Web pages

• Health and Human Services - https://www.placer.ca.gov/1679/Health-Human-Services
• Public Health Nursing Referral Form (PDF) - https://www.placer.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8400/Public-Health-Nurs…

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Animal services business hours are Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. Call 530-886-5500.
Report animal emergencies after hours: 530-886-5375

Animal Services is a Division of County of Placer Health & Human Services. There are Animal Shelters in Auburn and Truckee.

Placer County Animal Services strives to improve the lives of animals in their care through community outreach and education, providing veterinary treatment and preventative care, reuniting lost pets with their families and ensuring positive outcomes through adoption, rescue or foster programs.

SHELTER SERVICES

• Lost pet reunification
• Pet adoption
• Pet licensing
• Vaccine clinics
• Resources for pet owners
• Connection to local animal rescue groups and non-profit organizations
• Shelter tours
• Community education
• Volunteering
• Animal foster programs

FIELD SERVICES

• Stray animal pickup
• Aggressive animal response
• Cruelty/neglect investigations
• Barking complaints
• Public education
• Injured domestic and wildlife pickup
• Disaster response

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The Placer County Oral Health Program focuses on promoting preventive dental care knowledge and access to early preventive dental services.

Visit the Oral Health Program's website, https://www.placer.ca.gov/3030/Oral-Health-Program, for:

• Lists of Medi-Cal Dental providers in Placer County
  • Provided for adults and children who are Medi-Cal members
• Links to information on how to maintain oral health
• Dental services provided by Medi-Cal Dental
• How to apply for Medi-Cal (which includes dental coverage)
• and more

The Salvation Army is a charitable, faith-based organization that offers support services.

Cities, zip codes served by The Salvation Army Auburn Corps
Auburn Corps serves roughly Alta to Newcastle. Specifically, these zip codes (some towns have multiple zips and some zips cover multiple towns):

Alta	95701
Applegate	95703
Auburn	95602
Auburn	95603
Auburn	95604
Colfax +	95713
Dutch Flat	95714
Foresthill +	95631
Gold Run	95717
Meadow Vista	95722
Newcastle	95658
Weimar	95736

Services include

• Church and Spiritual care
• Food pantry
• Housing and utility assistance
• Emergency Disaster services
• Youth programs and Summer camps
• Women’s and Men’s programs
• Senior services
• Intermittent Adult and Family Case Management
• Rehabilitation Services Referrals 

Auburn Social Service Office Hours

• Monday - Friday: 10am-2pm Food Pantry
• Monday-Friday: 10am-2pm. Homeless ready-made lunch bags ready all week
• Tues…

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CalWORKs & Employment Services are a part of Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

If you are an adult with dependent children, you may be eligible for California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, or CalWORKs. CalWORKs provides:

• Child care, work expense assistance, transportation, and counseling
• Education, employment and training programs through Employment Services
• Families with children financial assistance to meet their basic needs
• Support for families moving toward self-sufficiency

If you are eligible for CalWORKs you will automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and may also qualify for CalFresh. Unless you are exempt, you will be referred to the Employment Services program for assistance gaining employment. Placer County Employment Services (formerly Welfare to Work) can assist you in finding work through the Business Advantage Network. You can receive daily job leads and information on job fairs and recr… [read more]

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION & SERVICES
This program aims to prevent substance abuse and its related consequences by empowering community, families and individuals to adopt healthy behaviors.

Legal Services of Northern California provides consultations, in-person or by telephone, on legal issues. LSNC serves Nevada and Placer counties. Not all services are available in both counties.

LSNC provides free legal assistance to low-income people who meet eligibility requirements. Services range from referrals to representation, depending upon the client's needs, LSNC priorities, and resources available.

LSNC provides counsel, advice, and representation to low-income individuals and seniors involving:

• Welfare
• Housing
• Social security
• Medi-Cal/Medicare
• Civil rights/discrimination
• Disability rights
• Consumer rights
• Debt and credit issues
• Simple estate planning
• Elder abuse

NOTE: LSNC does NOT take divorce/family law cases, criminal, conservatorship, or small claims cases.

Eligibility criteria - Must meet LSNC income guidelines. Annual income must be no more than 125% of Federal Poverty Level guidelines. Some people over 125% but under 200% FPL may qualify for services, if o… [read more]

CALFRESH (FOOD STAMPS) CalFresh, formerly known as Food Stamps and known federally as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), can help families and individuals put healthy and nutritious food on the table. CalFresh provides extra funds to help those who are in need each month to buy groceries. With a CalFresh electronic “debit” card (known as EBT) you can buy most foods at many food stores and farmers markets. Even if temporary, individuals and families who have experienced a change in their circumstances due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and need additional help, may apply for CalFresh. More information is available at https://www.placer.ca.gov/2103/CalFresh-Food-Stamps although, it is for reference only. Speak to a Human Services staff person for the most up-to-date info. Apply for CalFresh Californians can visit BenefitsCal.com or GetCalFresh.org to apply or call 877-847-3663 (FOOD) to be connected to their local county social service office. Getti…

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CalWORKs & Employment Services are a part of Human Services, one of six Divisions of the County of Placer Health & Human Services.

If you are an adult with dependent children, you may be eligible for California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids, or CalWORKs. CalWORKs provides:

• Child care, work expense assistance, transportation, and counseling
• Education, employment, and training programs through Employment Services
• Families with children financial assistance to meet their basic needs
• Support for families moving toward self-sufficiency

If you are eligible for CalWORKs you will automatically qualify for Medi-Cal and may also qualify for CalFresh. Unless you are exempt, you will be referred to the Employment Services program for assistance in gaining employment. Placer County Employment Services (formerly Welfare to Work) can assist you in finding work through the Business Advantage Network. You can receive daily job leads and information on job fairs and r… [read more]