Full Summary
Welfare & Institutions Code § 12300 establishes the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program as a mandatory Medi-Cal benefit. It authorizes counties to provide personal care, domestic services, and paramedical services to eligible recipients.
Key Provisions
- Eligibility: Recipients must be 65+, blind, or disabled and receiving or eligible for SSI/SSP.
- Assessment: County social workers assess functional needs to determine authorized hours.
- Provider Employment: Recipients may hire their own providers; counties act as the employer of record for payroll purposes.
Appeal Rights
If your hours are reduced or a service is denied, you have the right to a State Hearing under WIC § 10950. Request one within 90 days of any adverse action notice.