IN HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES (IHSS) | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
Resource Name:IN HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES (IHSS) | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
IN HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES (IHSS)
address
1400 Emeline Avenue, 3rd Floor, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Bus Stop in front of building
Eligibility
Must be a California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, submit a completed Health Care Certification (SOC 873) form and not be a resident of a facility.
For errand running shopping assistance/Personal care: Medi-Cal recipients 65+ and/or disabled with licensed health care practitioner certifying the need for in-home care.
Must be:
-Medi-Cal eligible
-If not already receiving Medi-Cal, individual will need to apply for it.
- Must also live in your own home or a dwelling of your choice.
Hours
Mon 8am - 5pm
Tue 8am - 5pm
Wed 8am - 5pm
Thu 8am - 5pm
Fri 8am - 5pm
(831) 763-8445
Voice
(831) 454-4101
Voice
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Begin the process by completing an IHSS application (form SOC 295).
A completed Health Care Certification (form SOC 873) signed by a licensed health care provider will also be required.
Fees
Accepts Medi-Cal
Service area
Santa Cruz County, California
Helps low-income older adults and people with disabilities stay in their homes by helping them pay for support services. Services include:
-Light domestic help
-Non-medical personal care
-Assistance to and from medical appointments
Last assured
06/24/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
Assists older adults and individuals with disabilities with maximizing self-sufficiency, safety, and independence. Provides casework services and resource navigation to offer community support and long-term care options.
