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Medi-Cal Gap Limits Financial Security for California Seniors

January 10, 2025 - 00:00

Medi-Cal Gap Limits Financial Security for California Seniors

A recent development has highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by low-income seniors in California due to a significant gap in the Medi-Cal program. This gap restricts the amount of money that these individuals can retain while still qualifying for essential health coverage. Many seniors are caught in a difficult position, as the current regulations do not allow them to keep enough savings to cover basic living expenses, forcing them to choose between financial stability and necessary medical care.

The state had previously proposed a change to raise the cap on allowable assets for Medi-Cal eligibility, which would have provided much-needed relief to tens of thousands of seniors. However, the implementation of this change has been delayed, leaving many vulnerable individuals in a precarious situation. Advocates for seniors are urging state officials to prioritize this issue and take swift action to rectify the situation, emphasizing that the well-being of California's elderly population depends on access to both health care and financial security.


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