Medi-Cal Waivers
Medi-Cal Waivers
Join us for a live webinar
This webinar is part of a monthly series hosted by the Advocacy and Community Engagement (ACE) Team. The series explores a wide range of topics, from tools to support school-aged children with disabilities to resources that help adults navigate employment and public benefits. Each session is guided by direct feedback from community partners, ensuring the webinars address the issues they consider most important.
Disclaimer: The following presentation is meant for education only and does not constitute legal advice nor counsel. Your situation may be unique and require careful attention.
Keep in mind that the information in these slides could become out of date, as the laws and local practices relating to these matters are constantly developing.
Note: We may cancel or reschedule workshops based on enrollment levels. We may adjust dates and times to accommodate participant availability and ensure optimal group dynamics.
When:
Thursday, February 19, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Pacific Time
This event will also be offered in Spanish on February 17, 2026.
Click here to register for the Spanish event.
About the webinar:
This training provides a brief introduction to Medi-Cal Waivers, with a focus on Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). These waivers offer an alternative to institutional care, allowing people with significant needs to receive services in their homes or communities. What you’ll learn in this training:
- What Medi-Cal Waivers are and how they work;
- The types of services offered through Home and Community-Based Waivers;
- The benefits of receiving Medi-Cal through a waiver (like more flexibility and support at home);
- Who is eligible for enrollment;
- Overview of different waivers in California, including the Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver and Self-Determination Waiver;
- Key rights and protections for waiver participants; and
- The concept of Institutional Deeming and how it affects eligibility.
Speaker:
Maria Iriarte is a Senior Attorney for Disability Rights California, Her expertise is in the area of public benefits. She has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University Long Beach and a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School.