Petition to Stop Proposed Budget Cuts to Medi-Cal and IHSS in California | Sign the Petition

Heartbroken and deeply concerned, I have witnessed firsthand the immense challenges faced by special needs families in California, particularly those dependent on Medi-Cal and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). The proposed changes in the May state budget threaten to dismantle the support system they rely on. These families are already struggling with the day-to-day demands of caring for their children and adult dependents with special needs. Without the crucial assistance that Medi-Cal and IHSS provide, they will be unable to continue caring for their children as they deserve and need.

The Impact of the Proposed Cuts to IHSS and Medi-Cal

The proposed budget introduces cuts that could undermine the quality of care and support available to thousands of special needs children across the state. Medi-Cal provides essential medical coverage, ensuring families have access to necessary treatments and interventions. IHSS enables disabled children and their families to receive in-home care services, which are critical for their well-being and development.

Key facts:

  • Over 13 million Californians depend on Medi-Cal, including millions of children with special needs.
  • Proposed IHSS budget cuts could reduce income by up to 52% for families on Exemption 2 status.
  • Nearly 30% of IHSS households could lose essential in-home care support.

These are not just numbers—they represent real people and families who will lose access to essential disability services in California.

How You Can Help Stop Cuts to Disability Support Services

We must urge California lawmakers to reverse these proposed changes. Removing or reducing funding to IHSS and Medi-Cal will devastate countless families, caregivers, and children who already face enough challenges.

By signing this petition, you’re helping us:

  • Raise awareness about disability rights in California
  • Protect in-home support for children with special needs
  • Demand access to Medi-Cal and IHSS funding remain intact

Together, we can stand up for those who can’t always advocate for themselves. Let’s make sure California remains a state that prioritizes disability care, equity, and access to healthcare.

Please sign and share this petition today. Your voice matters.