For families making care decisions
Find the long-term care rules in your state
Start with California's checked guides. Arizona and Texas guides will follow after source review.
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Find guides about income, assets, the home, and the care your family needs.
01CaliforniaCurrent asset limitThe current Medi-Cal asset limit for one person, who it affects, and why a married applicant may need a different answer.02CaliforniaThe home and Medi-CalWhen DHCS says a home is excluded from the Medi-Cal asset test, and why estate recovery is a separate question.03CaliforniaNursing-home coverageHow Medi-Cal long-term nursing-facility coverage is arranged and what families should ask about eligibility and care approval.
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