Social Security and benefits
What if they were on Medi-Cal?
Short answer
California's Medi-Cal Estate Recovery Program may file a claim against the estate for costs paid during the last years of life. This typically applies to people over 55 who received long-term care. The estate is responsible, not family members personally.
What this usually means
California's Medi-Cal Estate Recovery Program may file a claim against the estate for costs paid during the last years of life. This typically applies to people over 55 who received long-term care. The estate is responsible, not family members personally.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county help for coroner contacts, vital records, cost tools, and paperwork.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.