The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) held its RCFE Provider Meeting on July 20, which covered updates on Provider Information Notices, Community Care Expansion, Facility Management System, Forms, Regulation Package, Legislation, and Administrator Certificate Bureau. 

The Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) has issued PIN 26-01-ASC, announcing an essential informational webinar on fall awareness and prevention scheduled on April 9, 2026. It is an important training for all Adult and Senior Care (ASC) licensees to ensure the continued safety of their residents while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.

The CCLD Quarterly Provider Meeting discussed the latest updates on Community Care Licensing Division, Community Care Expansion, Forms, and Regulation Package and Interim Licensing ILS.

The new service levels implement new staffing and consultation hour requirements. Consultation hours will be required even for those who are currently not requiring them. The new sub-codes are based on the service levels for residential facilities. It differentiates facilities that serve five or more individuals and those that serve four or fewer. The number of beds and whether the residential facility is owner-operated or staff-operated will be the basis for the rates.

On December 12, 2024, the Developmental Services Master Plan Committee conducted its meeting and developed five workgroups. The Committee also discussed recommendations for improving the services for individuals with disabilities.

The Community Care Licensing Division released the Manual Letter CCL-25-01 - Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) effective on January 1, 2025. The manual letter includes the regulation package #0423-03 of Sections 87101, 87208, 87219, 87303, 87307, 87309, 87455, 87457, 87458, 87463, 87507, 87606, 87705, 87706, and 87707.

The Community Care Licensing Division released PIN 24-08-ASC detailing the legislation chaptered in 2024 that affects licensed Adult and Senior Care Facilities. The changes to the statutes will operate starting on January 1, 2025. 

California’s residential services rate reform represents a shift for developmental disabilities providers. By optimizing the rate-setting process, standardizing service requirements, and incentivizing quality through the Quality Incentive Program, the reform aims to enhance the sustainability, quality, and transparency of community-based services. Here's what providers need to know to navigate the transition effectively.

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is a department under the California Health and Human Services Agency. It has 51 offices throughout the state, 48 county welfare departments, offices, and a host of community-based organizations. CDSS is committed to its mission of “providing aid, services, and protection to needy children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence."

The October 2023 stakeholder meeting was filled with informational updates regarding division updates, community expansion program, legislation updates, background checks, and many more.

California's latest healthcare proposals are setting the stage for a new era in the care industry. With a focus on behavioral health expansion, housing initiatives, and increased transparency, learn how the Golden State is leading the charge in holistic healthcare reform.

Life is full of unexpected events, ranging from natural disasters to health crises, accidents, and other unforeseen circumstances. While we cannot always predict or prevent these emergencies, we can certainly take proactive steps to prepare ourselves and our communities for the challenges they bring

DSP workforce survey registration and survey will go live on May 1st, 2023. We encourage you to share this valuable information with other vendors and vendor networks who are interested in earning the $8000 incentive payment for completing the DSP Workforce survey.

CCLD has released a new Provider Information Notice (PIN), PIN 23-08-ASC: NOTICE OF ARCHIVED PINS THAT NO LONGER PROVIDE UP-TO-DATE GUIDANCE RELATED TO CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19)

Ca Care Association recently attended CDSS’s first stakeholders meeting of 2023.

Know CDSS’ recent update to RCFEs on contacting 9-1-1 regulations.

We can all agree that 2020 and 2021 were one of the most difficult and disruptive years of our modern time. However, as the situation improved legislation passed historic actions to decrease the pressure on businesses that were struggling. As part of this aid, some of the businesses that had their operations fully or partially suspended due to the COVID-19-related governmental order or experienced a significant reduction in gross receipts will be eligible for an Employee Retention Credit.

At the request of the California Department of Aging (CDA), the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is sharing information on the Community Program for Alzheimer’s Services and Support (Cal-COMPASS). Cal-COMPASS is a new funding source for Adult Day Programs (ADPs) and Adult Day Health Care Centers (ADHCs). Please see the brief description below with a link to the Request for Proposals (RFP) process and the pre-bidders conference scheduled for August 18, 2022.

For those who have more than one vendor number requiring the completion of the remediation process, one remediation form (and supporting documents) is required per vendor number.

This resource guide will help you make informed decisions about residential care facilities for seniors in California