How Medi-Cal is Helping Older and Disabled Californians Thrive in Their Communities | 7/10/24

As the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) continues to transform Medi-Cal, DHCS is working to ensure older adults and people with disabilities have access to quality, equitable care. DHCS has expanded several programs that provide this expanded care and assistance, including medically tailored meals, transportation to and from appointments, in-home care, home accessibility modifications, and long-term care transition assistance.
For older adults and people with disabilities who are eligible for both Medi-Cal and Medicare, there are now dual #​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Medicare Medi-Cal Plans available in 12 counties that integrate these services across b​oth programs. Additionally, the recent expansion of Medi-Cal and elimination of asset limits - like bank accounts, property, and a second car - help more people qualify for Medi-Cal coverage.
In this briefing DHCS leaders and community #healthcare providers share how Medi-Cal programs are helping #older and #disabled Californians live healthier lives at home. #healthinsurance #healthcaresystem #seniors #elderlycare #aging
Guest Speakers
- Anastasia Dodson, Deputy Director, Office of Medicare Innovation and Integration, Department of Health Care Services
- Dana Durham, Chief, Managed Care Quality and Monitoring Division, Department of Health Care Services
- Jenna LaPlante, Senior Director of Care Management Programs, Institute on Aging
- Carrie Madden, Program Director, Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Central and South LA
- Keith Miller, Executive Director, CALIF (Communities Actively Living Independent and Free)
- Lilly Sanchez, Case Manager, CALIF
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