about awesome luck and our ihss journey
Hi, I’m Mary, the parent of an adult child who relies on California’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). Being a full-time IHSS caregiver has shown me how vital this program is—and how often caregivers are undervalued and underpaid.
Awesome Luck is my one-stop hub for IHSS: clear guides, real stories, and practical resources for caregivers, families, and allies—plus plain-English updates on the policies and county decisions that shape our wages and our lives. Find step-by-step IHSS guides in multiple languages and easy-to-follow updates on county and state decisions. Caregivers, families, and allies are welcome to share resources and add your voice.
- Advocate for fair caregiver wages
- Share clear, step-by-step IHSS info
- Support new and longtime caregivers
- Build community with allies and families
Thanks for being here—let’s turn experience into change.

Tom