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Qualifying To Be A Parent Provider Under The IHSS Program

Published: Apr. 25, 2022Updated: Aug. 9, 2025

Some parents who provide care for children with disabilities at home can be reimbursed through the IHSS program instead of hiring an outside professional. Learn more about the conditions for eligibility and what to do if you are denied IHSS.

*Note that IHSS made updates to who qualifies to be a parent provider as of February 2024. You can find the details in our article about IHSS providers.

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