In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) consumers may choose to hire a new Independent Care Provider (IP) at any time. Ensure a smooth transition when adding or changing a care provider by following these guidelines.
Newsletter Catagories
Consumer – Provider Relationship
IHSS Care Provider Appreciation
By Araceli Gaona October 2017 | 2017 Fall NewsletterWorking as an In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) care provider can be extremely fulfilling for...
Public Authority Registry Lists
PA Registry Specialists help consumers by providing a list of IP names or ‘referrals’. Using a database designed to create a customized list for each consumer when they ask for one, the list filters IPs based on the consumer’s needs, including: location, hours needed, and tasks required.
Managing Your Care Providers
Consumers have the choice to select who works for them and, also, the right to terminate an independent provider’s employment, if necessary. However, when issues arise with a care provider, terminating employment may not be the only (or the best) option.
Getting Started with a New Care Provider
By Shannin Prather January 2017 | 2017 Winter NewsletterDo you have questions about hiring a care provider? If you are new to IHSS, or haven’t hired...
IHSS Caregiver Week Starts November 3rd
Join us in recognizing the importance of caregivers and show appreciation to your care provider.
Health & Safety: Keep Your Belongings Secure
When something has been misplaced or has gone missing you may feel a sense of stress and anxiety – and these feelings can impact your physical and mental health.
California Hospital & Family Caregiving Law
The new California Hospital & Family Caregiver Law will help ensure that the person you designate as your primary caregiver will have the information and training necessary to keep you healthy and safe after a hospital stay
Training Opportunities
Support your care provider in their efforts to become better at caring for you and encourage them to attend the Public Authority Services Training Department’s free classes
Health & Safety: Maintaining Boundaries With Your Providers
It’s easy to blur the lines between ‘boss’ and ‘buddy,’ especially when working in a home setting. When these lines get blurred, it becomes difficult to differentiate appropriate behavior from situations that may be inappropriate.