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MSSP: An Alternative to Nursing Home Care

The Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) is a real, confirmed alternative to nursing home placement for Placer County residents — here’s how it works and who to call.

What MSSP is

MSSP is a Medi-Cal home-and-community-based waiver program that provides care management and services as an alternative to nursing facility placement. It only operates through specific local “sites,” not everywhere in the state — so which organization serves you depends on where you live.

Placer County is covered

The site serving Placer County is California Health Collaborative. Contact them to ask about eligibility and enrollment:

Related reading

This is general information, not financial or legal advice. Eligibility rules and contact details change — confirm details with the program directly before you rely on them.

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