Senior Care Options in California
Real cost data, Medicaid guidance, and local resources for families in California.
Senior Care Types in California
Residential care with personal assistance for daily activities while maintaining independence.
California: $4,000-$7,500/mo Learn more →Specialized secured care for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
California: $5,000-$10,000/mo Learn more →24-hour skilled nursing care for complex medical needs and rehabilitation.
California: $6,500-$13,000/mo Learn more →Professional care delivered in your parent's own home, from a few hours to around-the-clock.
California: $4,500-$8,500/mo Learn more →Daytime social, health, and therapeutic programs for seniors who live at home.
California: $1,500-$3,500/mo Learn more →Federal, state, and private programs that help pay for elder care - many families qualify and don't know it.
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Medi-Cal Long-Term Care Coverage
California provides long-term care coverage through Medi-Cal's HCBS Waiver program. This program helps eligible seniors pay for nursing home care, in-home care, and assisted living through waiver programs.
Income limit: $1,677/month (2025)
Asset limit: $130,000 individual
Contact: 1-800-952-5253
Medicaid planning with an elder law attorney in California can help families protect assets legally while meeting eligibility requirements. Many families who initially believe they don't qualify are surprised to find they do after proper planning.
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All 50 states' Medicaid income and asset limits in one document, updated for 2025.
- California's exact income and asset limits
- Which care types Medi-Cal covers
- HCBS Waiver program details and phone numbers
- 5 mistakes that delay Medicaid approval
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