Who this affects: Assisted-living facilities and other ALW providers, Care Coordination Agencies, Professionals
What changed
DHCS published increased maximum payable rates for specified services, effective January 1, 2026. The rate sheet also restates that ALW does not pay room and board.
Who it affects
ALW providers, Care Coordination Agencies and the professionals who work with them.
What to do
Nothing for residents and families: these are provider rates, not resident room-and-board prices. The costs page explains which amounts a resident pays and which the waiver pays.
Sources
A change listed here is a summary; the state's own notice controls. Nothing on this page changes anyone's place on the waitlist or their eligibility.
Changes to this post
- 2026-08-27 First published.