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PASC to Hold Open House for IHSS Consumers and Providers | |
 On June 27th, PASC will sponsor an open house event for IHSS consumers, their family members, and IHSS homecare workers at the California Endowment in Los Angeles. You are invited to join us anytime between 10 am and 4 pm. During the open house, PASC staff will be on hand to answer questions and assist you with a variety of IHSS-related issues, including:
- A special presentation of up-to-the-minute information on budget cuts and changes affecting the IHSS Program
- Training for Medi-Cal recipients on mandatory enrollment in Medi-Cal managed care
- The Consumer Corner, an opportunity for IHSS consumers to meet and network with one another
- How to request additional IHSS hours or appeal an hours reduction notice
- How to join the PASC Homecare Registry
- Immediate provider referrals for IHSS consumers
- Immediate consumer referrals for Registry-qualified providers
- Information on the PASC-SEIU Homecare Workers Health Care Plan
- Assistance with late check, timesheet, and payment issues
Representatives from the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) and the United Long Term Care Workers Union (ULTCW) will also be available to answer your questions.
The PASC Consumer and Provider Open House will be held on Monday, June 27th, from 10 am to 4 pm at:
The California Endowment
Center for Healthy Communities
1000 N. Alameda Ave., 1st Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Cross St.: Main St.
For more information or to RSVP, please give us a call at 818-804-5896.
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Governor Vetoes State Budget | |
 On June 15th, the state senate and assembly passed a series of bills that make up the fiscal year 2011-2012 state budget and sent them to Governor Brown for his signature. However, the governor has since vetoed the main budget bills (SB 69 and AB 98), stating, "I am vetoing it today because I don't want to see billions more in borrowing, legal maneuvers that are questionable, and a budget that will not stand the test of time." Throughout the budget process, many proposals were made that would have impacted IHSS consumers and providers, along with other members of the senior and disability communities. Some of the proposals were passed through a series of budget trailer bills that were signed into law by the governor in March. The budget bills sent to the governor last week did not include any additional changes or cuts the IHSS and Medi-Cal Programs. However, with the governor's veto of SB 69 and AB 98, it is uncertain whether or not any additional cuts will be proposed.
Additional information on the budget situation will be posted on our website at www.pascla.org as it becomes available.
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PASC I & R Is Here to Help You | |
Do you need assistance finding services that are outside of IHSS? PASC's Information and Referral Program for IHSS consumers and providers is here to help you. If an IHSS consumer or provider needs assistance and does not know where to turn, he/she may call PASC at 877-565-4477 and ask to speak to someone in the Information and Referral department. Our I & R staff have access to a wealth of knowledge about social services in L.A. County and can help you find the right program or service that meets your needs. Below are some examples of how we can help.
Mr. F. found himself homeless for the first time and didn't know where to turn for assistance. He called PASC and requested help getting off the street. I & R staff were able to refer Mr. F. to several programs, including the county's Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program. As a result, Mr. F. was able to find temporary shelter while he gets back on his feet.
While attending a free information seminar conducted by I & R staff, Ms. L. asked for assistance finding out about congregate meal programs in her community. PASC was able to refer Ms. L. to a local senior center. I & R staff later visited the same center and spotted Ms. L. enjoying lunch and talking with new friends.
By partnering with other networks throughout the county, the I & R Department has assisted consumers with finding medical equipment and supplies, grab bars to install in their homes, services for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, and assistance with many other issues. If the I & R Department has helped you, give us a call and let us know!
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| Legislation Watch |
Several bills that could have an impact on the IHSS community have been introduced in the senate and assembly for the 2011-2012 legislative session. Listed below are the bills that PASC is currently tracking. For additional information on any of the bills, visit PASC's website at www.pascla.org
- AB 40 (Yamada) - Elder Abuse Reporting: Passed by the assembly on May 23rd. Currently being heard in the senate.
- AB 138 (Beall) - Elder Economic Planning Act of 2011: Passed by the assembly on May 31st. Currently being heard in the senate.
- AB 622 (Dickinson) - Civil Grand Juries: Passed by the assembly on June 1st. Currently being heard in the senate.
- AB 876 (Valadao) - Hiring IHSS Providers: Passed by the assembly on May 19th. Currently being heard in the senate.
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AB 889 (Ammiano) - Domestic Work Employees: Passed by the assembly on June 2nd. Currently being heard in the senate. -
SB 393 (Hernandez) - Patient-Centered Medical Home Act of 2011: Passed by the senate on June 2nd. Currently being heard in the assembly. -
SB 411 (Price) - Home Care Services Act of 2011: Passed by the senate on June 2nd. Currently being heard by the assembly. - SB 930 (Evans) - IHSS Enrollment and Fingerprinting Requirements: Passed by the senate on May 19th. Currently being heard by the assembly.
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PASC Consumer TeleWorkshop:
Recognizing Caregiver Burnout and What to Do About It
Featuring Donna Benton, Ph.D., Director of the Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center | |
Wednesday, June 22nd
1 PM - 2 PM
Call-in Number
866-885-0409 (toll free)
Conference ID 565591
Visit www.pascla.org for more information.
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