One coordinated team
PACE participants are supported by an interdisciplinary team that may include primary care, nursing, social work, therapy, transportation, nutrition, pharmacy, and other services based on individual needs.
Understanding PACE
Care built around the whole person
PACE stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. It is a Medicare and Medicaid model that coordinates medical care and long-term services for eligible older adults who can live safely in the community with support.
Support at home and in the community
Services may be provided at a PACE center, in the participant's home, through specialists, or in other care settings when needed.
A goal of independence
The model is designed to help older adults remain at home and avoid or delay nursing facility placement when community living is safe and appropriate.
Who may qualify?
Eligibility is confirmed by the local PACE organization and state processes. In general, PACE is for people who are age 55 or older, live in a PACE service area, need a nursing-facility level of care, and can live safely in the community with PACE support.
Because service areas and individual circumstances matter, the best next step is to contact the PACE program serving the person's area.
For families
PACE can be especially helpful when a loved one has multiple health needs, frequent appointments, medication concerns, transportation barriers, or increasing difficulty managing daily life at home.