The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued a new Provider Information Notice (PIN) to address the increasing number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the state. The PIN outlines the use of Residential Alternate Care Sites (RACS) to accommodate individuals requiring residential care and intermittent incidental medical support. To be eligible to operate a RACS, a facility must be currently empty or house only COVID-19 positive individuals, have dedicated staff for higher levels of residential care, and have an infection prevention specialist on staff or on-call. The CDSS will consider temporary waivers for certain licensing requirements on a case-by-case basis. The contracted licensee must comply with guidance from the CDC, CDPH, and local county health departments regarding COVID-19, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

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