Free Guides for Placer County Families

How to Apply for IHSS in Placer County (2026 Guide)

A step-by-step walkthrough of the application, assessment, and what to expect after.

What to Do When Your IHSS Timesheet Is Rejected

Common reasons timesheets bounce — and exactly how to fix each one.

Placer County Respite Care: What's Available and How to Access It

Where to find a break as a family caregiver, including programs that pay for it.

Does Your Family Qualify for California's Medi-Cal Asset Waiver?

What the 2024 asset rule change means for families and how to check eligibility.

IHSS Paid Sick Leave: What Family Providers Need to Know

Hours, eligibility, and how to actually use the sick leave you've earned.

Area 4 Agency on Aging: What They Offer Placer County Families

A friendly overview of programs and how to connect with the right person.

What Is the Area 4 Agency on Aging — and What Can It Do for You?

A plain-language guide to the programs and services available through Placer County's local Area Agency on Aging.

Placer County's Older Adult Programs: A Complete 2026 Guide

From nutrition to transportation to legal help — every publicly funded program available to Placer County residents 60 and older.

Free Fall Prevention Programs in Placer County

Falls are the leading cause of injury in older adults. Here's how to access free evidence-based prevention programs locally.

Placer Rides: Free Transportation for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities

How to use Placer County's low-cost ride program — eligibility, how to schedule, and what it covers.