California Expands Medi-Cal to Adults 50 and Older, Regardless of Immigration Status

Volunteers at the Lestonnac Free Clinic guide patients through the COVID-19 vaccination process in Orange, Calif., on March 9, 2021. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

California is extending Medi-Cal health care coverage to more than 185,000 residents 50 years and older, regardless of their immigration status starting May 1.

“This is an investment in our people, our economy, and our future,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in an April 29 statement.