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Enhancing the IHSS Experience Since 1993
Our Vision is to maximize independent living and promote quality homecare services for IHSS recipients and providers in Alameda County.
Our mission
We aim to give IHSS recipients a voice in how services are provided, to improve the availability and quality of IHSS, and to support services that enhance the lives of seniors and persons with disabilities who choose to live independently and with dignity in their own homes and community.
Did you know?
- The Public Authority provides services for IHSS recipients and providers in Alameda County
- Interpretation assistance is available on request for Public Authority services
- Public Authority services are provided at no cost to IHSS recipients and providers
What is IHSS?
IHSS is a state program administered by Alameda County. IHSS provides homecare assistance to eligible aged, blind or disabled individuals.
As California undergoes more frequent and severe heat waves, Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced the ready.ca.gov, a new, one-stop shop for Californians to prepare for emergencies and extreme weather. The new website is part of Listos California, which is a state effort that connects communities with resources before, during and after emergencies. In addition, the Department of Public Health has created a Heat & Summer Safety toolkit to provide resources and communication tools that can be shared.
Electricity Demand
If the demand for electricity exceeds the state’s supply, the state’s grid operator, California Independent System Operator (CA ISO), may require power to be turned off in portions of the state. Click here to sign up for Flex Alerts and other CA ISO communications, including the ‘ISO Today’ mobile app.
Resources available from the National Weather Service
For current weather alerts, please refer to the National Weather Service Alerts website. The National Weather Service (NWS) website provides local weather forecasts which may also include Storm and Excessive Heat Warnings. Visit www.weather.gov and select a local forecast by “City, St” or ZIP code.
Cooling Centers in your County
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and its local partners encourage Californians to seek out cooling centers during this period of extreme heat. Cal OES has information about Cooling Centers and Resources in your county.
Additional Information
- Video from CDPH Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Tomás Aragón
- Extreme Heat Information
- Tips for Treating Heat-Related Illness
- Ready.ca.gov
- Listos California Summer of Safety
- California Heat Assessment Tool
- Tips for Preventing Heat Related Illness (CDC)
- Sun Safety (CDC)
- Heat and Infants and Children (CDC)
IHSS Providers - Are you preparing for Retirement?
CalSavers provides a Retirement Savings Program that makes workplace retirement savings possible for ALL Californians! New federal legislation ensures that more IHSS providers can save for retirement!
https://saver.calsavers.com/
About In-Home Supportive Services
IHSS is a statewide, County-administered program that pays providers to provide personal care, such as help with bathing and getting dressed, and household tasks such as cooking, shopping and housecleaning, for low income seniors and people with disabilities. Residents of Alameda County can call (510) 577-1800 to see if they meet the income and disability requirements to apply for IHSS.
Training & Education Opportunities for Providers
Benefits of Training: Training increases your changes of being hired. You will learn new skills that IHSS recipients need and look for when choosing a provider. Questions about Training Classes? Call (510) 577-3554 or email: patraining@acgov.org
Provider Health Insurance
The Public Authority offers eligible providers a low-cost health plan that includes medical, dental and vision coverage. For more information and to request an application, call our Health Benefits Specialists at: (510) 577-3551
Join the Provider Registry
Being a provider requires no prior experience, only dedication to those in need, while offering flexibility and rewarding relationships.