About In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Pays for a caregiver to help you with daily tasks like bathing, cooking, and housework so you can stay safely at home.
How to Apply in California
- Contact your county IHSS office or call your local social services agency
- A social worker will visit your home to assess your care needs
- If approved, you choose your own caregiver (can be a family member)
- Hours are assigned based on the tasks you need help with
Contact & Official Links
Official website: cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-services
See Everything You Qualify For in California
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) worth?
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS): Up to $3,000/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$3,000 per month.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS): Up to $3,000/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$3,000 per month.
How do I apply for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) in California?
To apply: Contact your county IHSS office or call your local social services agency. A social worker will visit your home to assess your care needs. If approved, you choose your own caregiver (can be a family member). Official website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-services
To apply: Contact your county IHSS office or call your local social services agency. A social worker will visit your home to assess your care needs. If approved, you choose your own caregiver (can be a family member). Official website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-services
Who qualifies for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)?
Pays for a caregiver to help you with daily tasks like bathing, cooking, and housework so you can stay safely at home. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Pays for a caregiver to help you with daily tasks like bathing, cooking, and housework so you can stay safely at home. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.