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Dear IHSS Providers,
We're in the spooky season, so we want you to be prepared should something scary occur. See below for information about free COVID-19 tests and earthquake preparedness, including this week's Great ShakeOut drill. Thank you for your tireless work on behalf of those you care for.
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Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
Every household in the United States can order free at-home COVID-19 tests. Each order will include four tests that will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants. The Orasure InteliSwab test is one of the options available to order, which is more accessible for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Tests can be ordered by phone or online. For more information on how to order these tests:
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Get Ready to ShakeOut!
This year’s Great ShakeOut earthquake drill will take place Thursday, Oct. 17, at 10:17 a.m. local time. Wherever you are during the drill — at home, at work, at school, or in your car — make sure you know how to protect yourself when an earthquake strikes and practice with us!
The Great ShakeOut is an annual event that helps people around the world prepare for and stay safe during earthquakes. Register now to participate and have peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones will be better prepared to survive and recover quickly from the next damaging earthquake.
While disasters are top of mind, also make sure to sign up for VC Alert — the county's emergency notification system — to receive emergency alerts by phone, text and/or email.
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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.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? Contact INTERFACE Children & Family Services or MICOP to speak with a health navigator and get FREE assistance completing any Medi-Cal forms.
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INTERFACE Children & Family Services: Call 833-607-2650 to speak with a Medi-Cal Navigator or text “medical” to 211211.
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MICOP: For support in Mixteco, Spanish or English, call 805-215-0730 or visit 135 Magnolia Ave. in Oxnard.
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