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Welcome to the IHSS Connect Blog on ihssconnect.com, your source for news, updates, and stories from the world of In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). Our goal is to empower caregivers and recipients with helpful insights, practical advice, and community voices — from policy changes and expert tips to inspiring stories that celebrate the people who make IHSS a cornerstone of compassionate care.
Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. It provides free or low-cost health coverage to more than a third of all Californians,...
If you have ever struggled to find help — and did not know who to call — there is a...
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is usually talked about as a single program, but it is really four. Which one your...
Most IHSS families only ever see two documents: the Notice of Action that started the disagreement, and, weeks or months...
Every July, millions of Americans celebrate Disability Pride Month. But what exactly are they celebrating — and why does it...
Why casual, well-meaning answers during your IHSS assessment can be misread — and how to describe your family’s real needs...