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
500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
Bus services to the Westridge South County Government Services Center on METRO route 78
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) 454-4101
Voice
(831) 763-8445
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.
