Bay Area Senior Care Placement Blog

  Many families in the Bay Area wonder: “If my parent or loved one runs out of money for assisted living, can Medi-Cal help pay for care? Do we have to sell the house?” This guide is designed to provide informational resources for families considering assisted living options and Medi-Cal eligibility in California. At Bay Area Senior Care Placement , we help families explore senior living options and provide Mom & Dad Check-In Services — daily or weekly visits to loved ones in their homes, assisted living, or nursing facilities to ensure safety and well-being. While we provide resources and guidance, we do not offer Medi-Cal consulting or financial advice . 1) How Medi-Cal Can Support Assisted Living Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) : California offers an ALW that may cover care services in approved Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) or Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs). This typically includes personal care, homemaker services, and health-related sup...

  Many families are familiar with home care services, where caregivers assist seniors with bathing, dressing, and other personal tasks. But what if your aging loved one doesn’t need that level of hands-on care — yet you still want someone to check in on them regularly? That’s where in-home check-in services come in — and they’re not the same as home care. At Mom and Dad Check-In Services , we provide non-medical, 30-minute (or longer) check-in visits to your loved one’s home, hospital, nursing home, or assisted living facility — delivering peace of mind to families and light-touch support for seniors who are still independent. 🛑 Not Home Care — So What Is It? We don’t send caregivers. We don’t assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, or medical needs. Instead, we send trained, professional team members to observe, engage, and report — offering oversight, companionship, and on-site support that helps your loved one maintain independence safely.  Whether your senior ...