United Way of Nevada County allocates donated funds from annual fundraising campaign to qualified Nevada County non-profit human service organizations; forwards donor designated funds to non-profit health and human service organizations; collaborates with local government, education, local businesses and humans service organizations.
Programs include:

• Food Access Saturday - Free food distribution every Saturday at 440 Henderson Street, Grass Valley (10 AM - 1 PM). https://uwnc.org/food-access-saturday-1
• School Food Pantry - Access to healthy food beyond the school day and empower them to care for themselves, their families, and their future. https://uwnc.org/school-food-pantry-1https://uwnc.org/school-food-pantry-1
• Project Warmth - Winter clothing giveaway at their Shopping Sprees. https://uwnc.org/project-warmth
• A Healthier Nevada County - Medical, Dental and Vision services. https://uwnc.org/a-healthier-nevada-county
• A Day of Action - Annual day of community action, volunteers a…

Nevada County Citizens for Choice is the local partner of Women's Health Specialists, which provides reproductive healthcare clinic services in Grass Valley. The clinic provides confidential, affordable services to all people of reproductive age including contraception, pregnancy testing and all-options consultations, early abortion care, medication abortion, STI-HIV testing and STI treatment, gynecological exams and gender-affirming care.

Telehealth services are available by appointment.

Citizens for Choice also engages in outreach and education, public policy advocacy to promote reproductive health and justice, and works to promote comprehensive sex education in schools.

Services at The Clinic! are provided by Women’s Health Specialists. For more information, please visit them at www.womenshealthspecialists.org

Web pages

• Home - https://citizensforchoice.org/
• Woman's Health Clinic - www.womenshealthspecialists.org

Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) offers dental services for children and adults at its Federally Qualified Health Center in Midtown Sacramento. Care is available to Native and non-Native community members.

Services include:

• Oral exams, X-rays, and regular cleanings
• Fillings, deep cleanings, and oral surgery
• Dentures, partials, and implants
• Cosmetic services, like teeth whitening

Additional notes:

​Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, and offers a sliding scale for Native American patients in Sacramento County. Individuals from Placer or Nevada counties must pay out of pocket.

Web pages

• Home - https://snahc.org/dental/

Shingle Springs Tribal Health provides comprehensive dental services for individuals of all ages, emphasizing the importance of dental health as part of overall well-being.

Services include:

• Routine check-ups and cleanings
• Placement and restoration of dental implants
• Orthodontic services, including braces and Invisalign
• Pediatric dental care, recommending biannual visits starting at six months of age

Additional Information:

• Offers a sliding fee discount program based on family size and income; some dental procedures may not be eligible for discounts.
• Accepts various insurance plans; contact the clinic to verify coverage.

Web pages

• Home - http://sshwc.org/
• Sliding Fee Discount Application (PDF) - https://sshwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sliding-Fee-Application_062824.pdf

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital provides hospital and specialty health services for people in Western Nevada County.

Services include:

• 24/7 emergency medical care
• Cancer treatment and oncology support
• Heart and vascular care, including diagnostic and surgical services
• Neurological care and stroke services
• Orthopedic care, including joint replacement and injury treatment
• Women’s health services, including OB/GYN care and mammography

It also offers a Comfort Cuisine program through the SNMH Community Cancer Center. This program provides frozen meals for cancer patients to take home and heat up. Meals are available on a donation-as-able basis and must be picked up in person.

Comfort Cuisine pickup at:

SNMH Community Cancer Center
155 Glasson Way, Building 3
Grass Valley, CA 95945

Note: Comfort Cuisine meals are not covered by insurance.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.dignityhealth.org/sacramento/locations/sierra-nevada-memorial-hospital?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D07890362262242624211248301…

Sierra Pregnancy + Health (SPH) is Placer County's only nonprofit, free-of-cost, pregnancy medical clinic which provides high quality care to individuals in unplanned, unsupported, or uninsured pregnancies and to those who are seeking STI testing and treatment.

SPH offers care regardless of age, gender, religion, income level, sexual orientation, and/or county of residence.
Services:

• Pregnancy Testing
• Ultrasounds
• STD/STI Testing and Treatment
• Prenatal Vitamins
• Referrals for Free Mammograms
• Parenting Support
• Educational Resources
• Reproductive Grief Support
• Community Resources

Web pages

• Home - https://sierraph.org/

Placer County's Substance Abuse Clinic screens for alcohol and drug issues and makes recommendations regarding resources, services and treatment options. It's open and free to all Placer County residents.

Some clients will be referred from the Screening Clinic to Health and Human Services (HHS) for Assessment and Intake; others will be referred to community treatment programs.

The drop-in clinics are first come, first served. Clients must bring a Driver’s License or other picture ID, documentation of finances and court orders (if applicable).

Clinic Days and Locations in Auburn and Roseville:

• Monday 10am – 11am: 101 Cirby Hills Drive in Roseville
• Tuesday 1pm – 2pm: 11434 B Avenue in Auburn
• Wednesday 1pm – 2pm: 10810 Justice Center Dr. in RSVL
• Thursday 3pm – 4pm: 101 Cirby Hills Drive in Roseville
• Friday 10am – 11am: 11434 B Avenue in Auburn
  
  

Web pages

• Clinic Days and Locations in Auburn and Roseville - https://www.placer.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3199/Substance-Abuse-Screening-Clinic-Flyer…

The Nevada County Public Health Department provides immunizations, family planning and birth control, pap tests and breast exams, basic reproductive health information, STD testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, and routine physical examinations through the Truckee Health Clinic Services. 

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/3962/Public-Health
• Truckee Public Health Services - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/844/Truckee-Public-Health-Services

The Nevada County Public Health Department in Truckee provides free and confidential Teen Clinics including reproductive health services for teens in the Truckee area.

Services include:

• Birth control education and supplies
• Pregnancy testing and emergency contraception
• STD testing, referrals, and HPV/Hepatitis A & B vaccinations
• Mental health counseling and support
• Abstinence education and decision-making support
• Referrals to other local services and teen-friendly providers

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/844/Truckee-Public-Health-Services
• Teen Clinics - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/591/Teen-Clinics

Commonspirit Health's Urgent Care provides same-day appointments for treatment of non-emergency medical conditions. 

Walk-ins are not accepted. Patients must have one of Sierra Nevada Urgent Care’s contracted insurance plans.

Services include:

• Treatment for general illnesses (cold and flu symptoms, headaches, dizziness, burns, abdominal pain)
• Care for infections (urinary, sinus, ear, and eye infections; viral and bacterial infections)
• Minor cuts, bruises, and injuries (sprains, strains, sports injuries, neck and back injuries)
• Management of chronic conditions (allergies, asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure)

Additional Information:

• Does not accept Partnership/Medi-Cal as of May 2024.
• Former YubaDocs Urgent Care patients can call to request medical records.

Web pages 

• Home - https://www.dignityhealth.org/dhmf/locations/grass-valley-urgent-care