California CalAIM Community Supports and caregiver respite
California's CalAIM Community Supports let Medi-Cal managed care plans offer non-medical supports, including housing, meals, personal care, and respite-related services.
California · Implementing · Implementation Jun 18, 2026
What it is
- What changed
- CalAIM Community Supports are a Medi-Cal managed-care pathway for non-medical services that can keep people stable at home or after discharge.
- Why it matters
- Families may need help distinguishing medical benefits, social supports, plan availability, and documentation requirements in a managed-care system.
- Who it touches
- Family caregivers, People receiving careMedi-Cal members, family caregivers, older adults, disabled people, care managers
- Topics
- Respite care
Sources
Last reviewed Jun 18, 2026. This is information, not legal advice; check the source for the current text.