What is PACE?

 

Our speaker today was Sharon Nolli, with PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. This program is geared to help those who cannot perform routine daily chores such as taking medication, dressing, making medical appointments, etc. The service depends upon the need and can include medical supplies, help in the home and transportation to medical appointments. PACE works with assisted living facilities such as Carmel Terrace in Framingham with a goal of allowing patients to maintain a quality of life outside of a nursing home. Services include: prescription drug coverage, medication management, 24-hour phone access, transportation, physical, occupational and recreational therapy, behavioral health services, specialized dementia care, nutrition evaluations and education, dental and vision care and availability of related resources. The closest PACE is with Summit ElderCare in Worcester, MA (508) 852-2026.