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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 18, 2025

4 min

Does IHSS Pay Providers Retroactively? Understanding Back Pay

It's a common scenario for many in-home care situations: a provider begins delivering services before official enrollment is complete. Fortunately, the IHSS program does offer a mechanism for compensation in these cases, but the process for claiming retroactive payments is not automatic and comes with important rules and limitations that all providers should understand.

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Oct 14, 2025

5 min

Do I Have to Clock In and Out for IHSS? A Guide to Electronic Visit Verification

As of July 1, 2023, due to federal requirements, IHSS providers who do not live with their recipients must electronically check in and out. This system, known as Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), was implemented to ensure the accurate tracking of services provided, replacing the old system for most providers. So, do I have to clock in and out for IHSS? The answer depends on your living situation, with distinct rules for live-in and non-live-in caregivers.

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