Moving forward, the Consumer Connection Newsletter will no longer be automatically mailed to IHSS consumer mailing addresses. Instead, consumers will receive the newsletter via email.
Newsletter Catagories
Supporting Consumers for 25 Years
For over 25 years, Public Authority Services by Sourcewise has assisted and supported IHSS care recipients and their Independent Care Providers. Recognized as a model for the State’s IHSS program, we are committed to continue innovating, developing, and growing our services for the IHSS population in Santa Clara County.
New Look for the Public Authority Services Website
Clear information and easy access to Public Authority (PA) Services is high priority for PA. One recent step toward this goal has been to update and improve the PA website.
Public Authority Services by Sourcewise Celebrates 20 Years
Well before it was mandated by the State in 2003, Santa Clara County (SCC) established a Public Authority in 1999.
Guide to In-Home Supportive Services Assistance
When to call IHSS and who contact at Public Authority Services
Guide to In-Home Supportive Services Assistance
By Shannin Prather January 2017 | 2017 Winter NewsletterWe understand the importance of feeling in control of your situation. Below, we’ve provided...
Public Authority Benefits
Each IP working for an IHSS consumer, and paid by the IHSS program, who works at least 35 hours each month is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
REMINDER! Get Paid On Time
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Care Providers must be paid ON TIME for 35 hours or more each month, or risk losing their medical insurance benefits.

