Community Resources
Connection to local support programs, financial assistance, transportation, food, and housing resources.
What is Community Resources?
Navigating community resources can be overwhelming, especially during a healthcare crisis. Patient Path Hub helps patients and families find and access local programs for financial assistance, food insecurity, housing, transportation, caregiver support, and more.
Our resource coordinators maintain up-to-date information on California-specific programs and partner with community-based organizations to ensure no patient falls through the cracks.
Who Community Resources is for
This type of care is recommended for patients who meet the following criteria. Our coordinators can help determine eligibility based on your specific situation.
- Patient or family is experiencing financial hardship
- Patient needs help accessing community programs or services
- Patient is being discharged and needs ongoing community support
- Caregiver needs respite or support services
Benefits of Community Resources
How this service supports better outcomes, comfort, and peace of mind for patients and families.
Financial Assistance
Connection to programs that help with medical and living expenses.
Food Assistance
Food banks, meal programs, and SNAP enrollment help.
Housing Resources
Connection to affordable housing and shelter programs.
Guidance for families
Making care decisions can feel overwhelming. Here’s what to keep in mind when considering community resources.
Ask about insurance coverage
Medicare, Medi-Cal, and many private plans cover community resources, but coverage details vary. Our coordinators can help you understand what your plan may cover before care begins.
Prepare questions in advance
Before meeting with a provider, write down your questions about the care plan, schedule, what to expect, and how to reach the care team. Our coordinators can help you build this list.
You’re not alone in this
Patient Path Hub stays involved throughout the care transition — we’re here to answer questions, address concerns, and help adjust the care plan as needs change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about community resources coordination through Patient Path Hub.
What types of community resources are available?
Financial assistance, food programs, housing help, transportation, caregiver respite, support groups, and utility assistance.
Can you help with Medi-Cal applications?
Yes. Our resource coordinators help patients apply for Medi-Cal, CalFresh (food stamps), and other public benefits.
Are there resources for caregivers?
Yes. California has many caregiver support programs including respite care, support groups, and financial assistance through the Caregiver Resource Centers.
What about veterans' benefits?
We help veterans and their families connect with VA benefits and veteran-specific community programs.
Is there a cost for resource coordination?
No. Our community resource coordination is provided at no cost to patients and families.
Related Services
Patients who need community resources may also benefit from these coordinated services.
Social Services
Medical social work, case management, and connection to community resources.
Learn moreCaregivers
Compassionate, trained caregivers to assist with daily living and provide family respite.
Learn moreMedical Transportation
Safe, reliable transport to medical appointments, dialysis, and hospital discharges across California.
Learn moreHome Health
Skilled nursing, therapy, and support delivered safely at home after illness, injury, or hospitalization.
Learn moreReady to request Community Resources?
Our care coordinators are here to help you navigate next steps. Submit a referral or talk with us directly.