Application Process for IHSS Health Care Providers
(Referral Service)

An application can be obtained by calling 530-552-6163, or by downloading PDF copy here.

Submit your completed application via e-mail to: desspa@buttecounty.net

Applying for the Registry:

1. Accurately complete and submit the Public Authority Registry application.
2. Once the application is completely and accurately filled out you may submit the application by email desspa@buttecounty.net or mail the application to Public Authority at P.O. Box 1649, Oroville, CA 95965.
3. Registry staff will conduct a background check and reference checks.
4. You will be notified by email the status of your application.
5. Upon satisfactory completion of the application process, Registry staff will enter your information into the Registry database. Once your application is placed on the Registry, your name and phone number will be referred to potential IHSS consumers according to appropriate matches.