MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) in California

Frequently Asked Questions

Does MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) Pay for Residential Care in California?

MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in California.

Who Is MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) For?

MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) serves frail 65+. Your service coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.

How Do I Find Providers That Accept MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program)?

Because MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Services Program) does not fund residential placements, ask your service coordinator about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the California waivers that pay for residential care.

Other Programs in California

• Assisted Living Waiver (ALW, 1915(c))
• Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) Waiver
• DD (HCBS-DD) Waiver + Self-Determination Program
• CalAIM (1115/1915(b) managed care Community Supports)
• Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS)