Exciting news due to the increase in the state minimum wage!
Newsletter Catagories
2024 Winter
Provider Wage and Sick Leave Increase
Independent Providers (IPs) in Santa Clara County received a $0.50 wage increase to $19.54. In addition, paid sick leave for all IHSS IPs will increase from 24 hours to 40 hours every year.
Comfort Care During a Serious Illness
Many people may confuse palliative care with hospice or mistake palliative care for end-of-life care. However, palliative care can be provided alongside any type of care to treat and cure a condition. It is for people of all ages and in any stage of a serious medical condition.
How the Thyroid Impacts Your Body
The American Thyroid Association reports that nearly 20 million Americans have some type of thyroid disorder, and it is estimated that as much as 60% of people with thyroid disease may be unaware of having the disorder.
Community Resource Highlight: Emergency Assistance Network
When an emergency appears, help may be needed to get an individual or family back on their feet. Santa Clara County has a place you can turn to if you find yourself out of other options.
Make Every Bite Count
Nutrition is important at every stage of life; it is never too early or too late to adopt a healthy diet. Having knowledge on what we put in our bodies can lead to a healthier lifestyle and help maintain wellbeing.
Access Assistance and Support for Veterans
The experience of military service can have a deep and lifelong impact, affecting veterans and their loved ones with sometimes devastating effects. If you or someone you care for is a veteran in need of assistance to improve wellbeing, there are organizations ready to assist.