{"id":7418,"date":"2025-08-31T06:55:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T06:55:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seniorsite.org\/resource\/?p=7418"},"modified":"2025-09-02T06:56:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T06:56:58","slug":"assisted-living-waiver-program-explained-your-path-to-affordable-senior-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seniorsite.org\/resource\/assisted-living-waiver-program-explained-your-path-to-affordable-senior-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Assisted Living Waiver Program Explained: Your Path to Affordable Senior Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

California seniors face steep costs for assisted living care, with median monthly rates reaching $5,561. If you or your loved one needs assisted living but worries about affordability, the assisted living waiver program<\/a> may provide the solution you’re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program currently operates in 15 California counties and has approval through February 28, 2029. You should know that this isn’t an entitlement program. There are limited enrollment slots available, which means demand exceeds capacity. As of April 2025, nearly 12,000 residents remain on the waitlist. The state approved 7,000 additional slots in 2022 to help reduce wait times and expand access over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide covers what you need to know about California’s Assisted Living Waiver program. You’ll find information about eligibility requirements, covered services, participating facilities, and the application process to help you determine if this program could work for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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