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Florida Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Optional State Supplementation is a financial assistance program for Florida seniors (65+) that are certified as needing placement in an Adult Family Care Home, Assisted Living Facility or Mental Health Residential Treatment Facility. The cash benefit is made directly to seniors to help pay for costs of their residential care. The benefit amount is determined by income and the cost of care at the residence; it can be up to approximately $700 a month.

While this is not a Medicaid program, the financial eligibility requirements are similar. Monthly income limit is approximately $750 for an individual and $1,500 for a couple. The asset limit is $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for a couple.

One can apply or learn more about the Optional State Supplementation at the Florida Elder Affairs website.





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