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Can I be paid as my child’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) provider?

Can I be paid as my child’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) provider?


Published: Feb. 2, 2022Updated: Apr. 12, 2024

Effective February 20, 2024, the state has repealed all work limitations and third-party provider limitations for minors receiving IHSS. This means that while some restrictions still apply based on immigration status and background checks, the rules for who can provide IHSS services are now the same for minor and adult recipients.

Parent providers, like all providers, must be eligible to work in the United States and will be required to complete background checks and fingerprinting (there is a LiveScan fee for this requirement) as well as an orientation session.

For more information, see our article Choose Your IHSS Provider.

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