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Dear IHSS Providers,
As the holiday season approaches, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all of our caregivers for their selfless dedication. To aid you in your invaluable role, we are pleased to announce upcoming training sessions that are ideal for this time of year. We wish you a peaceful and joyful holiday season and we look forward to supporting you further in 2024. Happy New Year to all!
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In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, the Human Services Agency (HSA) offices will be closed Monday, December 25, and Monday, January 1, 2024.
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Public Authority Training for IHSS Providers
Public Authority also hosts a series of customized training sessions for our IHSS providers. Please call the Public Authority office for more information or to register for training in advance.
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Online Training (Zoom)
Social Cookbook: The Stories Behind Our Recipes
English Session:
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023
Spanish Session:
Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Register for Zoom link
by calling 805-654-3416
Identity, culture and memory. An interactive class in which we come together to recollect and share our most treasured recipes, unforgettable meals, and the stories behind these memories.
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Online Training (Zoom)
New Year, New You
English Session:
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024
Spanish Session:
Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Register for Zoom link
by calling 805-654-3416
Thinking about your New Year's resolutions? Coming up with them is easy enough but keeping them is sometimes harder to do. Join us to learn how to make AND keep New Year's resolutions for a healthier you!
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W-2 Form Mailings
Every January, W-2 tax forms are mailed out to IHSS providers. W-2s are sent to the MAILING address last reported by the provider and recorded in the State system at the time the W2 is generated. Please ensure your addresses (mailing and residential) are correct to receive your W-2. Addresses can be changed online using the Electronic Services Portal after creating an account or also by contacting the Public Authority and requesting a Change of Address form. If you completed the Live-In Self Certification form for Federal and State Tax Wage Exclusion (SOC 2298) you will not receive a W-2. Reminder: For any tax-related questions or advice, please check with the IRS or a tax preparer.
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Applying for Food, Health and Cash Support
If you or someone you know is struggling, you are encouraged to apply to the County of Ventura Human Services Agency for the following benefits:
You may apply online at vchsa.org/apply, by phone at 888-472-4463, fax at 805-658-4530, mail or drop-off services, and in person.
Remember to routinely check our Community-Based Resources page with links to basic-needs services and other free or low-cost resources.
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Important Reminder: Ventura County has moved from MyBenefitsCalwin to a new system called BenefitsCal.com.
ALL Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs and General Relief clients who wish to maintain access to check benefits status or renew their benefits online, report changes, and upload documents must:
1. Go to BenefitsCal.com and select “log In.”
2. Create a new account using your email address.
3. Link your account to your case.
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Attention Medi-Cal Members! If your contact information or household circumstances have changed, please update your information today. This may help you keep your Medi-Cal coverage. For more details and to learn how to update your contact information, visit: vchsa.org/medi-cal.
Have Medi-Cal questions? Call a health navigator for free assistance completing any Medi-Cal forms. There is no fee for renewing your Medi-Cal benefits.
- INTERFACE Children and Family Services: Call 833-607-2650 to speak with a Medi-Cal Navigator or text “medical” to 211211.
- MICOP: For support in Mixtec, Spanish or English, call 805-215-0730 or visit 135 Magnolia Ave., Oxnard.
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For more Ventura County Human Services Agency updates,
visit the website: vchsa.org
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