Graced by five major hospitals, and home to several medical groups, maritime clinics, health maintenance and community health organizations, senior services, plus The American Red Cross, Long Beach offers a uniquely caring and responsive environment toward the health of our citizens. One of the only cities in California to have established its own independent Dept. of Health & Human Services, our abundant resources ensure a high level of quality care provided by some of the largest and most technically advanced professionals in the nation.