In-Home Supportive Services: Providing Care
Care providers offer In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) clients quality care so that they can remain safe and comfortable in their homes. IHSS approves the types of services and number of hours available to each client. The client then selects a caregiver and employs them directly.
There are two types of providers. Some clients choose a relative or friend to provide care, these are called non-Registry providers. When others need help finding a care provider, we can connect them with a list of potential caregivers from the IHSS Registry (Registry providers).
IHSS providers may help with:
- Household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry
- Personal care services, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding
- Transportation and accompaniment to medical appointments
- Protective supervision, and
- Paramedical services as ordered by a physician
- Get more information on allowable services
These web pages are general descriptions of the process. Please call Public Authority at 805-654-3416 with questions.
