Health Net to Discontinue Assisted Living Benefit, Affecting 3,500 Medi-Cal Patients in California
In California, approximately 3,500 Medi-Cal patients enrolled with Health Net are facing eviction from assisted living facilities as the insurer is discontinuing its assisted living benefit at the end of the year. This decision has caused panic among families who…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 17, 2026 —
Approximately 3,500 Medi-Cal patients in California who are enrolled with Health Net are at risk of eviction from their assisted living facilities. The insurer is set to discontinue its assisted living benefit at the close of the year, a move that has spurred significant concern among patients and their families.
The cessation of this benefit leaves many families in a precarious situation. Without the insurance coverage provided by Health Net, the substantial monthly costs associated with assisted living are no longer affordable for a significant number of individuals. This has led to widespread panic, as families worry about the potential outcomes for their loved ones, particularly those with cognitive impairments.
Concerns are mounting that affected individuals could face homelessness or be forced into more costly institutional care settings. The disruption to their current living arrangements and care plans raises questions about the continuity of care and the availability of suitable, affordable alternatives.
The exact timeline for the discontinuation and the specific procedures for affected patients were not detailed in the information provided. Families are reportedly struggling to navigate the immediate future and secure necessary arrangements before the benefit ends.
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