Medicaid Policy Is A Major Challenge To The Provision Of Affordable Assisted Living

Current Medicaid policy poses a significant challenge to the use of assisted living facilities as an affordable housing option for low- to moderate-income older adults who can no longer live safely at home. Currently, about 17% of assisted living residents rely on Medicaid to pay for daily home-and community-based services (HCBS) and supports.

Assisted living facilities help residents with activities of daily living (such as bathing, dressing, and managing medications). Many provide housekeeping/maintenance, meals and dining services, social activities, transportation, and health and wellness programs. Many also provide, or partner with, a variety of specialized services . . .