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Undocumented Caregivers Fear Deportation Amid Medi-Cal Freeze

6/27/2025

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Maria, a 55-year-old undocumented caregiver in California, faces painful dental issues but hesitates to seek help, fearing deportation. With California set to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for undocumented immigrants by January 2026, health advocates worry about the growing barriers to care. Recent data-sharing with immigration authorities has shattered trust in the system, leaving many vulnerable.

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Story summary

Maria, a 55-year-old undocumented caregiver in California, faces painful dental issues but hesitates to seek help, fearing deportation. With California set to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for undocumented immigrants by January 2026, health advocates worry about the growing barriers to care. Recent data-sharing with immigration authorities has shattered trust in the system, leaving many vulnerable.