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Recent News
Changes are coming to social services and health programs in LA County due to federal and state funding cuts and policy changes.
Stay up to date on upcoming changes and recent news here.
Mental Health
Behavioral Health Services Act Change
Reforms to the Behavioral Health Services Act begin July 1, 2026.
Health
Without Urgent Action in the California State Budget, Los Angeles County’s Public Healthcare System Faces Cuts that Directly Affect Patient Care, Jobs, and Community Health
LA Health Services urges state leaders to protect the safety net relied on by more than 10 million LA County residents during everyday care and major emergencies
Health
LA Health Services Takes Action to Protect Patient Care Amid Significant Funding Reductions
Due to an unprecedented budget crisis, LA Health Services announced strategic service relocations to safeguard patient care.
CalFresh
CalFresh Eligibility Change
Changes to non-citizen eligibility for CalFresh begins on April 1, 2026.
Medi-Cal
Medi-Cal Dental Coverage Change
Some adults 19 years of age or older without Satisfactory Immigration Status will no longer receive full scope dental benefits through Medi-Cal. Click below to check if your status is impacted.
CalFresh
CalFresh Work
Requirements
New work requirements for CalFresh begin June 1, 2026
Health
Public Health Ending Clinic Services at Seven Locations
Due to budget cuts, the Department of Public Health had to end services at seven clinics.
Housing
Emergency Rent Relief Program
Second round of emergency rent relief applications closed March 11.