Medical
About Medi-Cal
Medi-Cal is a program that offers free or low-cost health coverage for children and adults with limited income and resources. If you qualify, you can enroll in Medi-Cal year-round.
You can also get Medi-Cal if you are:
- 65 or older
- Blind
- Disabled
- Under 21
- Pregnant
- In a skilled nursing or intermediate care home
- On refugee status for a limited time, depending on how long you have been in the United States
- A parent or caretaker relative of a child under 21 if:
The child's parent is deceased or doesn't live with the child, or
The child's parent is incapacitated, or
The child's parent is underemployed or unemployed
Need help applying?
Our partners at the Providence Wellness and Activity Center can help you apply through the Community Health Insurance Program! Contact them to set up an appointment by
- Phone: 310-303-6784
- Email: chip@providence.org
- Or visit us Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM at 4161 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260
Local Health Centers
14722 Hawthorne Blvd
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 973-5437
South Bay Children’s Health Center provides dental and mental health services to children, teens, and young adults, especially those who are low-income or underserved. They offer preventive and treatment dental care, counseling and mental health support, and community outreach programs in schools and local settings to promote overall health and well-being. Their goal is to ensure that all young people in the South Bay have access to the care and support they need to thrive.
Lawndale Wellness and Activity Center
Monday- Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
4161 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 303-6783
Free childhood vaccines are available on site every Tuesday from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Services: Cal-Fresh, Medi-Cal, child vaccines, nutrition, and health workshops.
2228 Sepulveda Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501
(844) 308-5003
Vista Community Clinic offers affordable healthcare for all ages, including primary care, pediatric checkups, dental care, mental health counseling, and wellness programs. They also provide chronic disease management, immunizations, and lab services. Most services are free or low-cost, with Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding-scale payment options accepted.
1030 W Gardena Blvd
Gardena, CA 90247
(424) 222-8800
Angeles Community Health Center provides comprehensive, affordable healthcare for individuals and families, including primary care, pediatric services, women’s health, dental care, behavioral health, and preventive services. They serve low‑income and uninsured patients with a sliding fee scale based on income and family size, and accept Medi‑Cal, Medicare, and other insurance options.
123 W Manchester Blvd
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 419-5325
Curtis R. Tucker Health Center is a Los Angeles County public health clinic offering free and low‑cost healthcare services to local residents, including uninsured and low‑income individuals. They provide a range of public health services such as immunizations and tuberculosis (TB) testing and treatment. Financial screening and eligibility support for low‑cost county health programs (including Medi‑Cal) are available to help make care accessible regardless of insurance status.