4 Medi-Cal / Assisted Living Waiver homes in Hayward
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 Hayward, out of 35 licensed residential care homes here and 19 participating homes across Alameda County. Each is listed below with its state license number.
DHCS ALW enrollment records · CDSS licensing roster · September 23, 2026
Which homes in Hayward take Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver?
4 licensed homes in Hayward appear in DHCS Assisted Living Waiver enrollment records as of September 23, 2026. Of these, 1 is a board-and-care home licensed for six or fewer residents, 3 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.
- Arcadian Residential CommunityWheelchair / non-ambulatoryHospice care
- Astera Care HomeWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
- Bella VistaWheelchair / non-ambulatoryHospice care
- Scott VillaWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice care
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.