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JAMDA Article Highlights Effectiveness of PACE During COVID Pandemic

Posted on: Feb 1, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – The effectiveness of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) during the COVID pandemic is detailed in a new article published by the Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (JAMDA), the journal of the Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (AMDA).
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New Jersey Governor Signs Legislation to Expand Access to PACE

Posted on: Jan 22, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation that will expand access to Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), managed long-term services and supports, and home and community-based services. New Jersey Assembly Bill 4049 allows the use of Medicaid presumptive financial eligibility for PACE, according to state officials. The change allows coverage to begin upon receipt of an individual’s request for service and would be terminated if the individual subsequently is determined to be clinically or financially ineligible under Medicaid criteria.
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PACE Expanded Act Will Increase Seniors' Access to Medical and LTC Services

Posted on: Dec 6, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – The National PACE Association (NPA) applauds U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell (D-MI-12) and John Moolenaar (R-MI-4) for reintroducing the PACE Expanded Act, which seeks to accelerate the capacity and reach of the existing 155 Programs of All-Inclusive Care for Elderly (PACE) organizations and spur the establishment of new PACE organizations.
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House Passes Bill That Will Provide Veterans with Additional Access to PACE; NPA Urges Swift Senate Passage

Posted on: Dec 5, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – On the second anniversary of the passing of Sen. Bob Dole (R-KS), the National PACE Association (NPA) praised the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act (H.R. 542) by a vote of 414-5, which will give veterans increased access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) across the nation. NPA urges the Senate to pass the bill soon so more veterans can enjoy the highest quality of life possible as they age by receiving any care needed at home or in the community.
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NPA Urges House to Pass Bill Providing Veterans Additional Access to PACE

Posted on: Nov 30, 2023

In anticipation of a vote in the House of Representatives soon, the National PACE Association (NPA) urges Congress to pass the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act (H.R. 542) so veterans can enjoy the best quality of life possible as they age.

Earlier this year, the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs voted unanimously to advance the legislation, which would establish formal partnerships between PACE and Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs).

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Veterans Deserve the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly

Posted on: Nov 10, 2023
The National PACE Association (NPA) again called on Congress to pass the Elizabeth Dole Home and Community Based Services for Veterans and Caregivers Act, saying that our veterans deserve the best quality of life possible as they age. 
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Harvard Business Review Article Highlights Benefits and Growth of PACE

Posted on: Aug 3, 2023

On June 15, 2023, The Harvard Business Review published an article showcasing the benefits of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The article cites a case study of PACE Southeast Michigan that demonstrates “how PACE successfully delivers individualized, home-centered care to poor older adults while lowering overall costs” and describes how PACE improves quality of life.