What is IHSS? 

In-Home Supportive Services (HSS) is a county, state, and federally-funded program designed to allow low income aged, blind, and disabled persons, who are at risk for out-of-home placement, to remain safely at home by providing payment for caregiving services.  

IHSS caregivers are paid to provide the following services:  

• house cleaning
• meal preparation and cleanup
• laundry
• shopping
• personal care (such as assistance with bathing, grooming, toileting, etc)
• accompaniment to medical appointments

Who Qualifies for IHSS?

 In order to qualify for IHSS an applicant must:

• Be a citizen of the United States or a qualified alien. 
• Be a Medi-Cal eligible Napa County resident aged 65 and older, blind, or disabled (individuals under age 65 must have a permanent disability or a disability that is expected to last for twelve months or more).
• Not reside in an acute care setting, skilled nursing facility, and/or board and care home.
• Be at-risk for out-of-home placement if services are not provided.
• Have a licensed health care professional complete a State required Health Care Certification Form.     

For questions and to apply for In-Home Supportive Services in Napa County, please call 707-253-3818