IHSS Caregiver Wages
Summary
SEIU 2015 home care providers told the board they earn $17.50 an hour while the county's living wage is over $24, and that the county's bargaining offer was a nickel, later a dime. They urged the board to invest in caregivers who keep seniors and people with disabilities out of institutions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Raising IHSS wages would require additional county general fund contributions, though the exact figure was not stated.
Home care providers and the seniors and disabled residents they care for.
Caregivers say current low pay strains the families providing care.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026
IHSS caregivers, roughly 9,000 strong in the county, urged supervisors to support a raise, citing rising cost of living. The Board cannot act on non-agenda public comment.
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Sep 15, 2026
Caregivers told the Board a proposed 10-cent raise won't cover rising costs — 80% say they work multiple jobs. They're asking for a livable wage in the next contract.
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Aug 18, 2026
SEIU 2015 home care providers told the board they earn $17.50 an hour while the county's living wage is over $24, and that the county's bargaining offer was a nickel, later a dime. They urged the board to invest in caregivers who keep seniors and people with disabilities out of institutions.
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Jun 23, 2026
Caregivers with SEIU 2015 urged the board to be fair and equitable in upcoming contract negotiations, saying better pay keeps disabled and elderly residents cared for at home.
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