California's CalAIM initiative unlocks in-home care and caregiver relief services for eligible Medi-Cal members — at no additional cost. Divine Agape is here to help you access and navigate these benefits.
CalAIM — California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal — is a statewide Medi-Cal reform initiative launched in 2022. It introduced a set of Community Supports: optional services that Medi-Cal Managed Care Plans (MCPs) can offer to address social and health needs that fall outside traditional medical care. Personal Care & Home Supports (PCHS) and Caregiver Respite are two of the most impactful Community Supports for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their families.
PCHS provides non-medical, hands-on help with daily living activities for Medi-Cal members who need assistance to remain safely at home.
Respite provides temporary relief for unpaid family caregivers — giving them time to rest, recharge, or attend to their own needs while their loved one is professionally cared for.
Accessing these services takes a few steps, but we can walk you through every one of them.
Use these pages to go deeper on each topic — whether you're a client, a family member, or another organization helping someone navigate CalAIM.
A full explanation of both services — what they cover, what they don't, and how they differ from IHSS.
Read more →Who qualifies for PCHS and Respite, what Medi-Cal plan requirements apply, and how to find out if you're covered.
Check eligibility →Step-by-step guide to applying for In-Home Supportive Services — the long-term companion program to PCHS.
Start the process →What happens when a loved one is discharged from a hospital or SNF, and how CalAIM supports the transition home.
Learn about transitions →If your income is above the Medi-Cal limit, you may still qualify for CalAIM — with a monthly Share of Cost. Here's how it works.
Understand SOC →Frequently asked questions, official DHCS links, glossary of terms, and contact information for key agencies.
View resources →Have questions? We help families navigate CalAIM every day. Reach out and we'll help you figure out what you're eligible for.
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