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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.

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California Children’s Services: The Hidden Medi-Cal Benefit Most Parents Never Know About

California Children’s Services: The Hidden Medi-Cal Benefit Most Parents Never Know About

California Children’s Services (CCS) provides free occupational therapy, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment to children with qualifying conditions —...

What “Non-Self-Direction” Means in IHSS Protective Supervision

A plain-language blog about the term “Non self-directed” for recipients, caregivers, and families navigating Protective Supervision. Plus, a free tool...

Care Rush — Free Online Arcade Game to Test Your Caregiving Skills!

Play Care Rush, the totally retro, old school arcade runner game from IHSS Connect! Help Nurse Sher or Nurse Haley...

Congress Wants to Create America’s First National Caregiver Hotline

For millions of families caring for children and adults with developmental disabilities, one of the hardest parts of caregiving is...

IHSS Paramedical Services: What Counties Don’t Always Clearly Explain to Families

Every day across California, parents and caregivers perform medical tasks that would otherwise require a nurse, trained aide, or clinical...

California Gets Closer to Statewide Formula for Respite Care Services

If you have a family member served by a Regional Center in California, a significant change is coming to how...