Former Foster Youth Medi-Cal Program
California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) / Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS)
Former Foster Youth Medi-Cal provides free health coverage to eligible young adults who were in foster care on their 18th birthday or later. Coverage includes medical care, prescription drugs, dental care, vision services, mental health services, counseling, and substance use treatment. Income is not considered when determining eligibility
Who it is for
- Ages: 18-25
- Where you can use it: Statewide - California
- How you get it: Both
- Cost: Free
Must currently live in California, be under age 26, and have been in foster care on their 18th birthday or later. Eligible youth may qualify regardless of income. Youth who left foster care in California at age 18 or older after January 1, 2014 are generally automatically enrolled and do not need to reapply. Former foster youth who were in care in another state or tribe may also qualify if they now live in California and can apply using the shortened MC 250A form or through their county.