To be eligible for GA, you must: Be a county resident. Be age 18 or older, or. An emancipated minor, or. A child under age 18 who has no means of support. (There are special rules for children. Be low-income. Be a citizen or have legal immigration status. Follow the county rules.
If you would like to apply over the phone, call us at (510) 272-3663. If you need an application packet to be mailed to you, call us at (510) 272-3663 or 1-888-999-4772.
MY PHONE: Call 510-577-1800 weekdays from AM - 12 Noon or - PM. Once you dial, when prompted, press “1” for English and then “1” for applying for IHSS and “1” a third time to speak with an intake screener. 2. BY MAIL: Request an application to be mailed to client's home.
To be eligible for IHSS, an individual must be Medi-Cal eligible or must be receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The IHSS program provides payment for non-medical in-home care for qualified individuals who are unable to remain safely in their homes without this assistance.
General Assistance/Relief Most people can get GA payments for 3 months out of a 12 month period. People who cannot work due to a disability ("unemployable") can continue to get GA benefits longer than 3 months.