Category Archives: In-Home Supportive Services

Forms

IHSS Forms, http://www.cdss.ca.gov/agedblinddisabled/PG1810.htm Translated Forms and Publications,  http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/cdssweb/FormsandPu_274.htm

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IHSS and Language Access: A Resource Manual for Advocates

NSCLC’s resource manual for advocates provides background information and practical advice for advocates whose clients receive In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and are limited English proficient. Resources include NSCLC’s recent report on language access and IHSS, relevant state rules regarding translation … Continue reading

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Improving Language Access to Keep California’s Older Adults at Home

An Examination of the In-Home Supportive Services Program This NSCLC report contains findings and recommendations to improve the experiences of limited English proficient consumers of California’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) personal care program. Read Improving Language Access to Keep California’s Older … Continue reading

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How to File a Language Access Complaint

IHSS limited-English proficient consumers have the right to services in their own language.  This alert assists advocates in filing federal and state complaints when language assistance is not provided. Read How to File a Language Access Complaint

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IHSS Rules, Regulations, Resources

Helpful list of resources for advocates, including statutues, regulations and many resources.  Read HCBS Resources for Advocates.  

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IHSS Provider-Related Materials

Many counties have issued letters requesting the deadline for provider requirements. These letters can be found at the IHSS Coalition website. To read these letters, click here. Note: NSCLC is not responsible for the contents, information or services which may … Continue reading

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Disability Rights California Handout on IHSS Share of Cost Strategies

To access this information, Click Here. Note: NSCLC is not responsible for the contents, information or services which may appear on any off-site pages, websites or links referenced. External links are provided for convenience only and their presence does not … Continue reading

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California Disability Community Action Network

To access this information, click here. Note: NSCLC is not responsible for the contents, information or services which may appear on any off-site pages, websites or links referenced. External links are provided for convenience only and their presence does not … Continue reading

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Additional Resources for Consumers

Disability Rights California has a number of resources translated for consumers, including valuable self-assessment tools to help IHSS recipients prepare for a hearing. To access this resources, click here. Note: NSCLC is not responsible for the contents, information or services which … Continue reading

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Recent All County Letters Pertaining to IHSS

ACL 10-05 (February 17, 2010) Questions and Answers Regarding Criminal Background Checks for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Providers ACL 09-78 (November 25, 2009)  Mark Beckwith, et al. v. John A. Wagner, et al., Temporary Restraining Order Limiting In-Home Supportive Service (IHSS) Provider … Continue reading

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