LETTERS: NCT, July 21, 2008 Jul 22, 2008
The Budget cuts that are Imposed also Include cuts to a very much needed program, named IHSS. For those who are un-aware of what "IHSS" is, it is "In Home Supportive Services", and, they are a very Important part of taking care of needs for the Elderly, and, Handicapped ... Under "IHSS" program, this person is able to live , at home, for far under that amount, in fact, usually, in most cases, under $2,000 a month ... It does not take one of great knowledge to do general mathematics, and realize... (North County Times)
Tiny scanners that spot heart disease coming to doctors' offices Oct 8, 2007
LEM-Gillette wrote on Oct 8, 2007 5:43 AM:" This is very interesting as I came from a large family have IHSS, along with many of my relatives who have IHSS also,Pace makers inserted. As far as I know, I am ok BUT,if this becomes available in Rapid City or Casper, I will definetly go this scan. Thanks for putting this in the paper as there are no many who may have problems be able to find out. Death is sad for families ere's a way to prevent death from that, it will be a miracle. God Bless these... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
District may ax Dobbs Apr 3, 2007
Every one of the issues you bring up have been addressed, either here or on the IHSS website. You're going to have to come up with something better than that. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Checking care providers Mar 22, 2007
More than 360,000 low-income seniors and people with disabilities receive home care through the state's In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program ... That's why our organizations, representing more than 200,000 IHSS homecare workers, are sponsoring legislation to provide for these checks -- SB 868, Sen. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Miss Escondido, Miss Teen Escondido crowned Jan 30, 2007
Employers attending include Harrah's Casino, RPM 4 Action, Lowe's Vista Village, La Costa Glen Carlsbad, Truly Nolen's Pest Control, Vons, Merry Maids Escondido and IHSS County of San Diego/Supportive Services. Those attending will be able to apply for jobs with individuals who do the hiring following a panel presentation. (North County Times)
Caregivers say county plans would cut health insurance Oct 25, 2006
Cassie wrote on October 24, 2006 10:07 PM:"The Abaris Group's report on health care/safety net in San Diego County said that one of the largest problems facing the county is the growing number of uninsured. Here is the County Board of Supervisors creating 2,700 uninsured next Wednesday. Some may qualify for CMS (the working poor), some won't. If you have on-going health issues (example: cancer, diabetes, heart conditions, pregnancy), too bad. The Board of Supervisors serves as the board of... (North County Times)
What are most of the ads you see TV about? How many millions are being spent to defeat Props 86 and 87? Who is spending this Many millions of dollars? The answer is at the very bottom of their ads in small print. It is The TOBACCO AND BIG OIL COMPANIES. Why? So they can keep raking in absurd profits, at the expense of the working people. VOTE YES on prop 86 and prop 87. More... Oct 25, 2006
Uninsured Next Week: "Our family is losing their health insurance (Sharp) from the IHSS program at the end of this week. The Board of Supervisors and UDW can't reach an agreement and Sharp says we're too expensive to insure. We provide in home care for the elderly and disabled. According to the union, there are about 2700 of us. This isn't right. It's wrong that the Board won't negotiate with the union, or reach an agreement. ". Why a 'safety net. (North County Times)
