WHITTIER is a Region located in CA (Los Angeles County), and has a population of 84,038. This region is policed by WHITTIER POLICE DEPARTMENT. WHITTIER has an overall crime rate of 3,624.55 per 100,000 residents. This is moderately safer than the rest of the United States, but still about average.
Medicaid covers medical benefits for low income citizens with few assets. There is no rule that requires Medicaid to pay for assisted living. Many states will allow partial payment but not room and board. Over 40 states permit some type of funding for assisted living but it varies greatly.
A: Medicaid is set up to help people pay bills, not to take their money. If you have ample resources, you pay the nursing home for your care. If, however, your resources drop below a certain level, you may qualify for Medicaid. Medicaid pays the bills when you cannot afford to pay for yourself. Q: Does Medicaid cover assisted living? A: Only in limited situations. Medicaid primarily pays for nursing home care and limited home care through the PASSPORT Waiver Program.