What is In-Home Support?

In-home supportive services are available for people who are aged, blind or disabled, cannot perform activities of daily living and cannot remain safely in their own homes without help. We work with local caregivers to ensure that these individuals are able to remain in familiar surroundings – safely, comfortably and with as much independence as possible.

Types of Support

Recipients may receive assistance with daily tasks, such as:

• Bathing
• Dressing
• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Grooming
• Feeding

Eligibility

To be eligible, an applicant must:

• Be a California resident and reside in their own home
• Be age 65 and over, blind or disabled
• Be receiving Medi-Cal benefits
• Have low income as set by SSI/SSP standards (if a person's income exceeds SSI/SSP standards, there may be a share of cost)

Anyone who recognizes that a person is in need of in-home assistance may refer someone to our program. A social worker will conduct an assessment to determine the applicant’s need based on medical condition, living arrangement and resources available.

For information on how to apply for IHSS services call IHSS Intake at 530-822-5990.

Finding a Caregiver

If an applicant is eligible for services, we can assist you with locating a caregiver through our registry of caregiver services.  A friend or relative may also serve as your caregiver. Once you have selected a caregiver, you will act as your caregiver's employer by supervising tasks and signing time sheets. We will arrange for your caregiver's payment.

Contact the Public Authority for more details and information.

(530) 822-7619

Public Authority (for IHSS Providers)

Interested in Becoming a Caregiver?

The need for quality care providers in Sutter County is great. Find out how to become an IHSS provider or be placed on the Public Authority registry.