Resources
Live Well San Diego
Live Well San Diego is the County of San Diego’s vision for a region that is Building Better Health, Living Safely and Thriving. It aligns the efforts of individuals, organizations and government to help all 3.3 million San Diego County residents live well. For more information on events throughout the county, visit: http://www.livewellsd.org/.
California Department of Social Services
CDSS’ mission is to provide aid, services and protection to needy children and adults. The Department also strives to strengthen and encourage individual responsibility and independence for families. For more details please visit www.cdss.ca.gov/cdssweb.
For the ‘Individual Provider Essential Worker Letter’ issued by CDSS, click here.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center
Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC) is the leading provider of free caregiver support services for families caring for frail older adults and adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders in San Diego County. Serving over 80,000 families annually, SCRC offers a wide variety of support services that include education, care planning, case management, counseling, respite care and support groups. For more information, visit: https://caregivercenter.org/.
Caregiver Coalition of San Diego
The Caregiver Coalition of San Diego represents the community efforts of a diverse group of agencies, private, public, professional, non-profit, and for profit that serve families caring for their loved ones. For more information, visit: http://www.caregivercoalitionsd.org/.
Public Authority Facebook
Visit the Public Authority Registry Facebook page for events, resources, trainings videos and much more! Go to Facebook and search Caregivers San Diego – Public Authority Registry or click on the following link: https://www.facebook.com/CaregiversSD/.
Public Authority Registry Instagram
Stay up to date with caregiving tips and events by following the Public Authority Registry. Follow them on Instagram @CaregiversSD or visit: https://www.instagram.com/caregiverssd.
UDW of America
United Domestic Workers of America is the union that represents the majority of San Diego IHSS Providers.
Walker Insurance Solutions
Walker Insurance Solutions serves as the medical and dental benefits broker for San Diego IHSS Providers.
CalSavers
The State of California created CalSavers to ensure that all Californians have access to a workplace retirement savings program by providing a simple, portable, low-cost way for workers to invest in their futures. IHSS providers can enroll directly and new federal legislation ensures more providers can save for retirement. IHSS providers can sign up directly and set up automatic contributions from their bank account. Visit saver.calsavers.com to sign up or for more information.
Cal MediConnect
Cal MediConnect is a health care program for people with both Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits. The program helps people manage and maximize their Medicare and Medi-Cal services and offers additional benefits such as care coordination and vision coverage. Care coordination helps someone manage their health and social services and connect their doctors and other providers together, creating better health outcomes. There are four Cal MediConnect health plan choices in San Diego. Visit CalDuals.org to view the San Diego Cal MediConnect health plans and to learn more about CalMediConnect.
You can also learn more by joining us for a weekly Cal MediConnect informational webinar. Visit 2-1-1 San Diego’s Boomers & Seniors Calendar for our virtual presentation schedule and to register for a webinar.
Sage
SAGE is a national advocacy and services organization that’s been looking out for LGBTQ+ elders since 1978. They build welcoming communities and keep issues in the national conversation to ensure a fulfilling future for all LGBTQ+ people.
SANDAG
SANDAG partners with local organizations to ensure everyone in our community has equal access to the internet and all the education, economic, and social opportunities available through a reliable, affordable internet connection. SANDAG is committed to creating a San Diego region where every person who visits, works, and lives can thrive.
Visit SANDAG to learn more.
Serving Seniors
Serving Seniors is a nonprofit organization in San Diego, California, serving low-income older adults aged 60 and above. San Diego Public Authority, the County of San Diego, & Serving Seniors are partnering to assist homeless seniors throughout San Diego County. Click here for more information about the partnership.