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Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

California's Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) is a Medi-Cal waiver program administered by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) through local, nonprofit multipurpose senior service organizations. MSSP provides case management and a flexible package of community-based services to Medi-Cal-eligible individuals aged 65 or older who need nursing facility level of care but choose to remain in their own homes. Services are coordinated by a social worker and nurse team and are designed to delay or prevent institutionalization.

MSSP provides case management by a social worker and nurse team plus a tailored package of supportive services that may include adult day care, in-home services, transportation, respite care, personal care, housing assistance, and other community services. The program serves approximately 11,000 participants at any given time. There is no co-payment for participants. Services are coordinated to address medical, functional, and psychosocial needs. MSSP is available in all 58 California counties through a network of nonprofit organizations.

Some details for this program are still being verified. Check the official source for the most current information.

Eligibility

  • Household income at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level
  • Care recipient must be at least 65 years old
  • Must be a resident of CA
  • Must be Medi-Cal eligible
  • Must require a nursing facility level of care

Services

MSSP provides case management by a social worker and nurse team plus a tailored package of supportive services that may include adult day care, in-home services, transportation, respite care, personal care, housing assistance, and other community services. The program serves approximately 11,000 participants at any given time. There is no co-payment for participants. Services are coordinated to address medical, functional, and psychosocial needs. MSSP is available in all 58 California counties through a network of nonprofit organizations.

How to apply

Apply online or find more information at the official program page.

  • ca-ihss (companion): IHSS provides direct hours of in-home care; MSSP adds case management and a broader service package for nursing-facility-eligible individuals