Who it fits
Someone who lives at home with family but needs supervision, activities or health checks during the day, giving caregivers a break.
How California regulates it
California has two kinds: Adult Day Programs (non-medical, licensed by the Department of Social Services) and Adult Day Health Care centers. Medi-Cal covers adult day health care as Community-Based Adult Services (CBAS).
How it is paid for
Adult day programs are usually paid privately by the day. CBAS is a Medi-Cal managed care benefit; the person's plan decides eligibility.
What to check
- Hours, and whether transportation is included
- Staff-to-participant ratio
- Whether nursing or therapy is on site
- How the center communicates with family
Listings
The state licensing files for adult day programs have not been loaded yet. They are next on our data list.
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