Assisted Living Waiver Application

Your ALW Application, Compiled and Submitted Correctly

The ALW process has a lot of moving parts. We organize them, prepare the documentation, and handle corrections if needed.
Understanding ALW
What is the Assisted Living Waiver?
ALW is a California government program funded through Medi-Cal. It allows eligible recipients to receive care in community-based residential settings instead of institutional facilities. The program is county-specific, meaning not all California counties participate.
Official Resource
For the full program details, visit the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver page.
Who this is for
Your situation, handled.

Starting from scratch

You have a licensed facility and want to become an ALW provider for the first time.

Expanding into ALW

You already operate but want to add ALW capabilities to serve waiver residents.

Buying or selling

The facility is changing hands and the ALW status needs to transfer or be reapplied.

Stalled application

You started the process but hit a wall. We can pick up where things stalled and move forward.

What you will need
The documentation, organized.
These are the categories the state evaluates. We compile all of them into a complete submission package.
  • 1
    Facility license and fire clearance
  • 2
    Provider enrollment documentation
  • 3
    Medi-Cal certification
  • 4
    Staffing plans and training records
  • 5
    Administrator qualifications
  • 6
    Facility policies and procedures
  • 7
    County-specific forms and requirements
Our process
Clarify. Organize. Prepare. Submit.
1

Clarify

We confirm your county, timeline, and what documentation you already have.

2

Organize

We map out every requirement and identify what is missing or incomplete.

3

Prepare

We compile the full application package with all supporting documents.

4

Submit

We submit on your behalf and handle any corrections the state sends back.

Concurrent licensing. Need your RCFE or ARF license too? We can handle both applications at the same time.

ALW Application Package

$2,500

One time. No hourly billing, no hidden fees.

✓ Full ALW application compiled

✓ County-specific documentation guidance

✓ Submission to DHCS on your behalf

✓ Corrections handled if state sends back

✓ Concurrent licensing guidance if needed

✓ Direct access to Kamil throughout

Does your county participate in ALW?

Select your county below to check eligibility.
✅
County participates in ALW
Your county is eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver program. Kamil can walk you through what your specific situation needs.
Book a Free ALW Application Call
❌
County does not currently participate
This county is not part of the ALW program right now. A quick call with Kamil can clarify your options.
Talk to Kamil About Your Options

Counties currently participating in ALW

The following 15 California counties qualify for the Assisted Living Waiver program.

Alameda
Contra Costa
Fresno
Kern
Los Angeles
Orange
Riverside
Sacramento
San Bernardino
San Diego
San Francisco
San Joaquin
San Mateo
Santa Clara
Sonoma
Get started
Book an ALW application call.
We will clarify your county, timeline, and what you need to move forward.
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FAQ
Common questions.
Can you apply for state licensing and ALW at the same time?
Yes. We can process your RCFE or ARF state license alongside the ALW application concurrently, so neither holds up the other and you save weeks of timeline.
Do you guarantee approvals?
No. But there are clear rules around what is required, and we know them well. We help you follow the right steps and avoid common mistakes that cause delays or rejections.
What if our county does not participate?
ALW is county-specific. During the call we will confirm whether your county participates and what that means for your timeline.
How much does the ALW application cost?
Our ALW Application Package is $2,500, a one-time flat fee. That covers the full application, county-specific guidance, corrections, and direct access to Kamil. No hidden fees and no hourly billing.
Is this legal advice?
No. We provide operational and administrative guidance. For legal questions, consult a qualified professional.
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