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 Responsibilities
Understand Your IHSS Authorized Services: “Other Shopping and Errands”
These errands may include: picking up prescriptions; delivering late payments to prevent a utility being shut off; and shopping for non-food supplies that you need to remain living safely at home.
Understanding Share of Cost
Those with an SOC have a higher income than most individuals receiving SSI/Medi-Cal and, as a result, need to spend some of their monthly income for medical services before SSI/Medi-Cal benefits will pay.
Get The Most From Your Reassesement
The social worker’s purpose during the in-home visit is to check the IHSS consumer’s abilities; figure out which services are needed, and the time needed to do those services. You can advocate for yourself by helping the social worker understand all of your care issues and special needs, as well as the time needed for these tasks.
Coming Soon: Electronic Timesheets
Electronic timesheets may be available to all IHSS consumers and care providers as early as July 2017.
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.
The Importance of Self-Advocacy
The key component of self-advocacy is communicating your needs, however you can.
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...
Overtime Exceptions
If an unexpected accident, illness, or some other urgent problem requires extra work right away, exceptions to overtime limits can be requested.
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.