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Family Caregiver Services (CDA / AAAs) — California
Local Area Agencies on Aging deliver caregiver services and connect you to supports and respite options.
California
California resources for caregivers
Key California entry points for caregiver support & respite, Medi-Cal long-term services and supports, job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportSupport
Family Caregiver Support (FCSP) — California
Overview of caregiver support services provided locally through the AAA network.
RespiteBreaks
Caregiver Resource Centers (CRC) — California
CRC network supports caregivers (including respite help) for certain conditions; availability depends on region and needs.
Medicaid LTSSMedi-Cal
Medi-Cal Long-Term Care (LTSS) — California
Member-focused information on Medi-Cal long-term care services and how LTSS may be accessed through plans/counties.
Getting paidSelf-directed
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) — California
IHSS can allow eligible recipients to hire and direct a provider (often a family member in some situations). Confirm current rules in your county.
Job-related supportPaid leave
California Paid Family Leave (PFL)
Wage replacement benefit for eligible workers who need time off for family caregiving (separate from job protection).
SafetyAPS
Adult Protective Services (APS) — California
Find your county APS office and learn how to report suspected elder/dependent adult abuse.
Long-term careOmbudsman
Long-Term Care Ombudsman — California
Help with concerns in nursing homes/assisted living; advocacy, complaint handling, and resident rights support.
Benefits portalApply
BenefitsCal (online portal)
Apply/manage benefits online (availability varies by county). Use official guidance if your county uses a different system.