This HHS agency is responsible for federal programs that promote the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities. Site provides resources, research, and publications related to children and families.
Formerly the Health Care Financing Administration, the centers administer Medicare and Medicaid programs and the State Children's Health Insurance Program.
Gateway provides a keyword-searchable database related to child abuse and child welfare topics, in addition to links to prevention resources; national organizations; federal agencies, and funding sources.
The mission of the HRSA is to assure the availability of quality health care to low- income, uninsured, isolated, vulnerable and special needs populations. Key programs include HIV/AIDS services, maternal and child health, and rural health policy.
The CPD website features recent news about new government-funded housing projects and programs; resources for community development; and an extensive library of publications and reports related to community development.
SAMHSA is the HHS agency that focuses on the prevention and treatment of substance abuse and mental disorders. Included are links to statistics and data, workplace resources, mental health services, and addiction treatment.
HHS is the US government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.
Includes a series of fact sheets about various OCS programs, including food and nutrition, empowerment zones and enterprise communities, family violence prevention, and funding opportunities.
