4 Medi-Cal / Assisted Living Waiver homes in Downey
The Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) — the Medi-Cal program that pays for care in assisted living — has licensed participating homes on file in 15 California counties. DHCS enrollment records as of September 23, 2026 list 4 currently licensed participating homes in Downey, out of 14 licensed residential care homes here and 334 participating homes across Los Angeles County. Each is listed below with its state license number.
DHCS ALW enrollment records · CDSS licensing roster · September 23, 2026
Which homes in Downey take Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver?
4 licensed homes in Downey appear in DHCS Assisted Living Waiver enrollment records as of September 23, 2026. Of these, 4 larger assisted-living communities (16 or more). Homes are listed alphabetically — never ranked — and each name links to its full state record, including inspection history and care approvals. Enrollment can change, so confirm current participation directly with the home.
- Country Inn of DowneyWheelchair / non-ambulatory
- Downey Retirement CenterWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
- Lakewood GardensWheelchair / non-ambulatoryHospice care
- Lakewood Park ManorWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
DHCS ALW enrollment records · CDSS licensing roster · September 23, 2026
What is the Assisted Living Waiver?
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Medi-Cal program run by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). For eligible Medi-Cal members who would otherwise qualify for nursing-facility care, it pays for care services in a participating home; room and board are generally paid separately. The list above reflects DHCS enrollment records as of September 23, 2026 — see how the waiver works and who qualifies.