What Tasks and Services Do IHSS Caregivers Provide for Seniors at Home?
IHSS caregivers—such as those matched and supervised by All Seniors Foundation—help seniors with a variety of essential daily living tasks. The specific services are tailored to each person’s health needs, abilities, and care plan authorized by the county. Here’s an overview of typical IHSS caregiver duties:
Personal Care Services
- Bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, toileting, and incontinence care
Household Tasks
- Meal preparation, feeding assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, laundry, and trash removal
Mobility and Supervision
- Assistance with walking, transferring, repositioning in bed or chair
- Protective supervision for those with cognitive impairment or risk of wandering
Health-Related Tasks
- Medication reminders, help arranging medical appointments, and transportation to healthcare providers
Additional Services
- Some counties allow paramedical services with extra training (e.g., catheter care, glucose monitoring)
Companionship and Emotional Support
- Conversation, socialization, and emotional support to reduce isolation and boost well-being
Support From All Seniors Foundation
- All Seniors Foundation ensures caregivers are fully trained, background checked, and supported, and that care plans are regularly reviewed for quality and safety.
For a detailed IHSS service list or to arrange care, visit our In-Home Supportive Services page or contact All Seniors Foundation.
