Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) Provider in Placentia, CA | A Mother Theresa Care

A Mother Theresa Care is an Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) provider in Placentia, CA helping eligible seniors receive residential care services through the California ALW program.

 Understanding the Assisted Living Waiver Program

The Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP) is a California Medi-Cal (Medicaid Program) that helps individuals who:

  • Have active Medi-Cal who have assisted living services needs

  • Prefer to live in an assisted living or home-like setting instead of larger communities

What Is ALWP?



Who May Qualify (High-Level Overview)

An individual may qualify for the Assisted Living Waiver if they:

  • Are enrolled in Medi-Cal

  • Require assistance in daily living

  • Are able to live in an assisted living or residential care setting

  • Meet medical and financial eligibility criteria established by the state

Eligibility is determined by the state nurse through the Assisted Living Waiver Program.


How A Mother Theresa Care Helps With ALW



A Mother Theresa Care is an Assisted Living Waiver provider and works with all ALW Care Coordinating agencies of your choice, families, and healthcare professionals to support the placement process.

We help by:

  • Answering questions about the ALW program

  • Directing you to the appropriated community resources available

  • Connecting families with information about the ALW Program and direct you to the list of ALW Care Coordinating Agencies to can choose from available at the Medi-Cal website.

  • Coordinating assessments and required documentation for licensing and the ALW program.

  • Preparing for a smooth and supportive move-in experience

Our goal is to make the process as clear, respectful, and stress-free as possible for both residents and families. Our goal is to help you regardless if you choose our community or not.


Call us or send a message if you’re not sure whether your loved one qualifies for the Assisted Living Waiver Program. We can help direct you to the proper community resources for your specific needs.