How to Find Assisted Living Facilities That Accept Medicaid

• 1). Search the Internet using the keywords listed below as a starting point. See the informative links listed under References and Resources for additional guidance and tips. For those with limited computer access or computer knowledge, proceed to the next steps.
  
  
• 2). Call or visit the nearest Medicaid office and find out if they have a list of local assisted living communities covered by Medicaid. The telephone number and address should be listed in your phone directory under "state government" (for example, "Louisiana State Of..."). A list of toll-free numbers, broken down by state, is included in the Resources section.
  
  
• 3). Call 2-1-1 to get connected with someone who can aid you in your search. 2-1-1 is a nationwide help line operated by the United Way that provides information and referrals to family health and human services organizations/programs.