Community Support Services (CSS)
Community Support Services Offered by Star Nursing for Medi-Cal Members. Star Nursing is dedicated to going beyond traditional healthcare by offering Community Supports Services to Medi-Cal members. These services address critical social determinants of health, providing essential support to improve overall well-being. By utilizing Star Nursing’s services, we can assist your discharge planner or social services department by transitioning the Medi-Cal member to an ALF or RCFE to a home-like setting and freeing up your beds for admissions.
Housing stability is key to improving health outcomes. Star Nursing offers the following housing support services:
- Housing Transition Navigation Services: Helping members locate and secure housing by guiding them through the application process and connecting them with resources.
- Housing Deposits: Financial assistance for move-in costs, such as security deposits, first/last month’s rent, and essential utilities setup.
- Housing Tenancy and Sustaining Services: Supporting members in maintaining their housing by providing education, mediation, and access to resources.
Star Nursing also offers services to address immediate and ongoing health and safety needs:
- Recuperative Care (Medical Respite): Short-term care for members recovering from illness or injury who cannot return home safely.
- Short-Term Post-Hospitalization Housing: Temporary housing for members transitioning from hospital care to a stable living environment.
- Medically Tailored Meals: Nutritious, customized meal options for members with specific medical or dietary needs.
- Respite Services: Relief for caregivers, allowing them to take breaks while ensuring their loved ones receive proper care.
Star Nursing provides support for members who need home modifications to maintain safety and independence:
- Environmental Accessibility Adaptations: Home modifications such as wheelchair ramps, grab bars, or widened doorways to improve accessibility.
- Personal Care and Homemaker Services: Assistance with daily living activities, including housekeeping and personal hygiene.
Star Nursing offers unique services to help members regain independence and stability:
- Asthma Remediation: Addressing environmental triggers in the home to reduce asthma-related health issues.
- Nursing Facility Transition Services: Helping members transition from nursing facilities to their own homes or assisted living facilities.
- Sobering Centers: Safe, supportive spaces for individuals recovering from substance use episodes.
Our Community Support Team ensures Medi-Cal members receive the assistance they need by:
- Collaborating with health plans and local partners to align services with members’ needs
- Providing compassionate, one-on-one guidance to navigate healthcare and social systems
- Offering personalized solutions to address both immediate crises and long-term health goals
Why Choose Star Nursing for Community Supports?
Star Nursing’s approach combines skilled healthcare coordination with personalized community support services, ensuring Medi-Cal members receive the care and stability they deserve. Our dedicated team of professionals works tirelessly to empower individuals and families, helping them achieve healthier, more secure lives.
- Alameda Alliance for Health
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan
- CalOptima
- CalViva Health
- CenCal Health
- Central California Alliance for Health
- Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley
- Community Health Group Partnership Plan
- Contra Costa Health Plan
- Gold Coast Health Plan
- Health Net
- Health Plan of San Joaquin
- Health Plan of San Mateo
- Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)
- Kaiser Permanente
- Kern Family Health Care
- L.A. Care Health Plan
- Molina Healthcare
- Partnership HealthPlan of California
- San Francisco Health Plan
- Santa Clara Family Health Plan