California’s next Medi-Cal asset restriction could force some older people and people with disabilities to reduce their savings to remain eligible, CalMatters reports in coverage carried by Associated Press. The approved budget lowers the limit to $21,000 from July 2027, with exemptions including a primary home and one vehicle. People interviewed described the difficulty of saving for accessible transport and home adaptations while preserving care benefits. The change is scheduled for next year, rather than already being in force.
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