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Oct 23, 2025

5 min

How to qualify for assisted living in CA? Your guide to requirements and funding

With more than 6 million adults aged 60 or older, California has a large senior population. For many, a key question is **how to qualify for assisted living in CA**, which requires understanding the specific health, financial, and state-specific criteria to find the right care solution.

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Oct 15, 2025

4 min

How do I qualify for assisted living in California?

As of early 2025, the average monthly cost for assisted living in California is approximately $6,250, but qualifying for care involves far more than financial considerations. To understand the answer to the question, "How do I qualify for assisted living in California?", you must assess a combination of medical, functional, and financial criteria that determine eligibility for private pay or state-funded programs like the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW).

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