Tahoe Forest Hospital District / Tahoe Forest Health System has COVID-19 information here: https://www.tfhd.com/covid/covid-overview. The webpage is also available in Spanish by clicking the language option on the top right corner.

Tahoe / Truckee COVID-19 Vaccines
Visit https://www.tfhd.com/covid-19-vaccine for information about COVID-19 vaccines through Tahoe Forest Hospital District. 

If you are experiencing fever, cough, or shortness of breath, please call the Tahoe Forest Health System COVID-19 Hotline at (530) 582-3450.

Naloxone / Narcan Available at No-Cost
Narcan is a brand, naloxone is the drug.

Naloxone is a drug used to reverse an opioid overdose, including overdoses due to fentanyl. It is available without a prescription. After a quick training, anyone can administer naloxone to another person who has overdosed on opioids. Naloxone is available for free in Nevada County. Nevada County Public Health and Behavioral Health departments offer free naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community. 

Naloxone in Nevada County

Nevada County Public Health offers free, anonymous distribution of naloxone and fentanyl test strips. Due to COVID-19, we are currently offering it by appointment only. Everyone is welcome. Please call or text (530) 388-6364 if you'd like more information or to make an appointment. You don't need to leave your name, but please do leave your phone number so we can get back in touch.

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Hunger Relief Program - https://sierracommunityhouse.org/our-services/hunger-relief/

The Hunger Relief Program, formerly Project MANA, is a food pantry that provides hunger relief services through weekly food distributions and other community food programs. All services are free and available in English and Spanish.

Sierra Community House Food Distributions

• Drive-Through Food Distribution takes place every Tuesday from 1-6pm at the Truckee Warehouse - 12116 Chandelle Way Unit 2D, Truckee, CA 96161
• Walk-Up Food distribution takes place every Wednesday from 3-4:30pm at the Kings Beach Office – 265 Bear St, Kings Beach, CA 96143
• Drive-Through Food Distribution takes place every Thursday from 2:30-3:30pm at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church – 341 Village Blvd., Incline Village NV 89451
• They will be following CDC, Placer County, Nevada County, and Washoe County COVID-19 public health and safety recommendations.
• All are welcome, se…

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Alliance for Workforce Development offers services through the Nevada County Business and Career Network offices

Employment resources include:

• Resource center with access to computers, a printer machine, job listings, staff assistance, and referral forms to specific programs
• Youth employment and on-the-job training
• Career guidance
• Unemployment assistance (computer help with EDD claims and contacts for EDD)
• Workshops for:
  • Resumes
  • Basic computer skills
  • Job search
• Training assistance and assessment
• Special funding to assist workers impacted by COVID-19 (email covid19customer@ncen.org)
• May be able to assist with:
  • Child care
  • Housing
  • Utility assistance
  • Transportation assistance
  • Tools
  • Telework equipment
  • and more

Opportunities for Business Services include:

• Job listings
• Human Resources assistance and information
• Hiring assistance
• Referrals

Web pages

• AFWD - afwd.org
• Virtual workshops - https://afwd.org/workshops/

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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) t…

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Children's Mental Health Services

Self-referred individuals or families will either have an appointment scheduled with the Managed Care Unit, Sierra Mental Wellness Group, a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the Placer County Network, or they will be linked to another appropriate community or agency provider depending on needs and insurance coverage. If you have questions you may call 530-866-5400.

Services include:

• Mental Health Assessments
• Wraparound Services
• Crisis Services
• Therapeutic Behavioral Service
• Inpatient Services
• Outpatient Services
• Presumptive Transfer to Placer County

Web pages:

• Children's Mental Health Services - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2052/Childrens-Mental-Health-Services
• Mental Health Community Resources  -https://www.placer.ca.gov/2481/Community-Resources
• Presumptive Transfer Form (PDF) - https://www.placer.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2708/County-Presumptive-Transfer-Form-PDF Transfer Offi…

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24-Hour Crisis Line - 530-265-5811

Services
The Behavioral Health Department provides a wide variety of Adult Mental Health Services to the public, particularly for Medi-Cal recipients and those with severe mental illness. These include Mental Health Services and Alcohol and Other Drug Services. County employees provide some services, while contracted individuals and organizations provide other services, with County monitoring.

Service Range
This continuum of care ranges from acute inpatient to routine outpatient services, and includes medication services, psychotherapy, residential services, wellness and recovery, care management, long term institutional care and vocational services. Adult Services monitors the delivery of services to ensure that State standards are met for quality, timeliness and authorization.

Clinics
There are two county clinics. The Western County Crown Point Facility in Grass Valley, and a Truckee clinic at the Joseph Government Center. Visit the Locations and Hours p… [read more]

WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children under age five eat well, be active, and stay healthy.

What Does WIC Offer Families?

• WIC benefits card to buy healthy foods such as milk, juice, eggs, cheese, cereal, dry beans, fresh fruits and vegetables, and peanut butter
• Nutrition and health education to help you and your family eat well and be active
• Provide breastfeeding support, services, and education
• Help you find health care and other community services

How Do I Enroll in WIC?
Call 530-889-7187 or begin your application process online. Form here.

New to WIC?
If your income has been affected by COVID-19, or if you are pregnant or have a child under age 5 and need assistance, please Apply for Services. Men, dads, grandparents, foster parents, and caretakers are all welcome to apply for WIC benefits for their children under age 5. WIC is also not considered a part of public charge. It is safe to use and does not affect immigration status for anyone… [read more]

North Lake Tahoe EXPRESS Offers daily airport shuttle service (year-round) from 6:00 AM until midnight to and from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport and the North Lake Tahoe-Truckee region with local transit connections.

AIRPORT LOCATION
In Baggage Claim outside of door D in the Reno Tahoe International Airport.

TO SCHEDULE:
Visit Routes and Schedules for information on stops in North Lake Tahoe-Truckee. Book online or by phone at (833) 709-8080 (required for reservations within 24 hours of desired departure). Travel time is usually 1 to 1.5 hours.

TO CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR TRIP:
If a round trip is changed to a one way trip, the one-way rate will apply for the trip. All cancellations and advanced notice itinerary changes must be completed 24 hours prior to the trip. To cancel or change your reservation, call (833) 709-8080.

PETS:
Pets are permitted aboard the NLTE. For safety reasons, your pet must stay in their travel container at all times while aboard the vehicle. Exceptions may be … [read more]

McCourtney Road Transfer Station (MRTS)
14741 Wolf Mountain Road
Grass Valley, CA
530-274-3090 (if you are not calling for any of the named menu options, press 0 once or twice and it may take you to a call agent)
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Residential Recycling Drop-off for recyclables and cardboard
At McCourtney Road Transfer Station (a buy back location)
OR
At the WM Commingle Residential Recycling Drop-off location (NO buy back)
GPS Address: 12556 Loma Rica Ave, Grass Valley, CA 95945
Physical Address: 12640 Loma Rica Ave, Grass Valley, CA 95945
Both locations are free for residential customers.

The WM Facebook page posts service updates: https://www.facebook.com/NevadaCountyWM/
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HOURS OF OPERATION

• E-Waste & Universal Waste Only - Wed-Sun, 8am to 3:30pm
• Individual Households for Household Hazardous Waste - Fri-Sun, 8am to 3:30pm
• Business and Commercial Customers for Household Hazardous Waste Facility: Bill of Lading, Pricing, EPA number, and Appointment required. Please call 530-2…

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