MEDI-CAL EXPECTED TO START COVERING UNDOCUMENTED SENIORS
The state of California is expected to start covering senior citizens who lack legal immigration status under the Medi-Cal program. This major change will give thousands of undocumented elderly residents age 65 and older the opportunity to obtain state health insurance without being disqualified due to immigration requirements. While California already offers medical coverage for low-income children and young adults regardless of legal immigration status, Gov. Gavin Newsom is