California Community Transitions (CCT)

The California Community Transitions (CCT) program is a Medi-Cal-funded service that helps people who have lived in a licensed healthcare facility for at least 60 days return to their home or another community setting. Run by the state Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), the program gives Medi-Cal beneficiaries the extra support they need to leave a medical facility and live more independently and safely.

If you have Medi-Cal and have lived in a hospital, nursing home, or licensed facility for at least 60 days, you may qualify for the CCT program. It helps people who still need some support transition back to a home or community setting.

• There’s no age limit for the program

• You must have Medi-Cal or be eligible for it

• You must have lived in a licensed facility (like a skilled nursing facility) for 60+ days

• You must want and need help to live independently after leaving the facility

• Short-term rehab stays paid for by Medicare don’t count toward the 60 days

**We do not endorse but recommend calling one of the following fee for service agencies or locating one of your choosing to assist you with your Medi-Cal membership application.

- Meeting Seniors Needs Hotline - https://msnhglobal.org/
- Senior Care Advocates - https://seniorcareadvocate.com
- The Light for Seniors - https://www.lightsourceis.com/index.php/founder

To get started, you’ll first contact a local CCT Lead Organization. All Hours Adult Care is a CCT Lead Organization in Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange and Los Angeles Counties.

Once you connect with the lead organization, a CCT coordinator will meet with you to talk about your needs and help you create a plan for moving out of the facility where you currently live. They’ll help you transition to a place in the community that works for you—whether that’s your own home, a family member’s home, or an apartment.

The CCT program provides a variety of helpful services to make your move from a facility to your home or community as smooth as possible. Here’s what you can expect:

•  A personal assessment to understand your needs and create a transition plan

•  Help find and secure housing that fits your situation

•  Home modifications like ramps or grab bars to make your new space safe

•  Assistance with getting medical equipment and supplies for home

•  Support with setting up utilities and other services

•  Training in self-care and daily living tasks for confident, independent living

• Coordination with doctors, caregivers, and local services

•  Ongoing follow-up and support for up to one year after you move

You’ll receive support for up to 12 months (365 days) after you move into your new home or community setting. During that time, the CCT team will continue to check in, help you adjust, and make sure you have access to the services you need to live safely and comfortably.

The program assists in identifying suitable housing options and coordinating the move. Participants can transition to various community settings, including:

• Independent living in a private home or apartment

• Assisted living facilities

• Other community-based residential settings that meet the individual's need

More information available from the Department of Health Care Services at dhcs.ca.gov

For additional questions or resources, you can contact us at info@allhoursadultcare.com or by calling 244-628-5178.

Fax: 244-636-5368

And contact the California Community Transitions Program directly at California.CommunityTransitions@dhcs.ca.gov and at 916-552-8000

They can provide more detailed information and help connect you with the resources in your area.