Background

In January 2007, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) was awarded a special federal grant to implement "California Community Transitions" (CCT). DHCS is working with The Caring Connection and other designated Lead Organizations to identify eligible Medi-Cal beneficiaries who have continuously resided in state-licensed health care facilities for a period of 90 consecutive days or longer.

A transition coordinator from The Caring Connection will work directly with willing and eligible individuals, support networks, and providers to facilitate and monitor their transition from facilities to community settings. Eligible individuals of all ages with physical and mental disabilities have an opportunity to participate in CCT.

During the demonstration period, which begins on day 1 following discharge and lasts 365 days, CCT participants live in their own homes, apartments, or in approved community care facilities, and receive long-term services and supports which are identified in their individual comprehensive service plans. After the demonstration period is completed, individuals who remain eligible for Medi-Cal continue to receive Medi-Cal and other home and community-based services (HCBS).

What to Think About

  Where and with whom do you want to live?

 What can you do for yourself?

 What do you need help with?

 What questions do you have?

 What income and resources do you have available?

 What transportation is available for your doctor visits, errands, etc.?

Learn more about California Community Transitions.