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Dear IHSS Providers,
As we celebrate the holiday season, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our dedicated caregivers, for the compassion and support you provide every day. Your work is especially important during this time of year when connection and care mean so much. As 2024 comes to a close, we look forward to the opportunities ahead in 2025, continuing to support you in your vital role. May this season bring warmth, joy and renewal for all that lies ahead.
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Hourly Wage Increase for IHSS Providers
Effective Jan. 1, 2025, the hourly wage for IHSS providers in Ventura County will increase from $18.25/hour to $18.75/hour.
W-2s for 2024: Important Information
Every January, W-2 tax forms are mailed out to IHSS providers. Please ensure your current addresses (mailing and residential) have been reported to our office or have been updated in the Electronic Services Portal in order to receive your W-2 in January 2025. W-2s are sent to the MAILING address last reported by a provider and recorded in the state system at the time the W-2 is generated.
Addresses can be changed online using the Electronic Services Portal after creating an account or also by contacting IHSS 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) during 2024, this may impact receipt of a W-2. Reminder: For any tax-related questions or advice, please check with the IRS or a tax preparer.
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Beware of Text Message Scam
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is warning residents about a recent phishing scam targeting community members via fake text messages. These messages falsely claim to be from the County of Ventura, demanding payment for overdue bills and directing recipients to a fraudulent debt collection webpage.
The Office of the Ventura County Treasurer-Tax Collector NEVER contacts individuals via text or uses private debt collectors.
If you have questions, contact the Office of the Treasurer-Tax Collector at 805-654-3744.
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More people are now eligible for Medi-Cal! Assets no longer count toward Medi-Cal eligibility. Assets include your car, house, bank accounts, and more. Income will continue to be counted. Learn more at GetMedi-CalCoverage.dhcs.ca.gov. | |
Medi-Cal helps you and your family stay healthy. Even if you've been denied for full Medi-Cal recently, see if you're eligible now. Immigration status does not matter. Applying will not affect your immigration status. Learn more at GetMedi-CalCoverage.dhcs.ca.gov. | |
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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.
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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