4 Medi-Cal / Assisted Living Waiver homes in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica, out of 15 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 Santa Monica take Medi-Cal through the Assisted Living Waiver?
4 licensed homes in Santa Monica appear in DHCS Assisted Living Waiver enrollment records as of September 23, 2026. Of these, 2 are board-and-care homes licensed for six or fewer residents, 2 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.
- A Caring Touch Board and Care IIWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
- A Caring Touch Board and Care IIIWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
- Bentley SuitesWheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia careHospice careBedridden
- Savant of Santa MonicaWheelchair / 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.