National PACE Association

03/12/2026

The cost of long-term services and supports (LTSS) increased sharply between 2019 and 2024, erasing roughly a decade of progress in affordability for middle-income older adults. Costs increased most rapidly for widely used services, such as home care and assisted living, rising by nearly 50 percent over five years and far outpacing income growth among older households. A new report by the AARP Public Policy Institute examines state and national trends in LTSS cost and affordability. Findings show a wide variation among states. For every type of service, costs in the most expensive states are at least double those in the least expensive, leaving many families with insufficient income or savings to meet long-term care needs.

LTSS affordability declined as home care and assisted living costs rose nearly 50% from 2019–2024, outpacing income for middle income Americans.

03/06/2026

A new report reveals a growing financial crisis for older Kansans: the median cost of nursing home care is nearly 1.4 times times the median household income in the state. PACE is a sustainable, cost-effective solution. “PACE offers a high-quality alternative that focuses on keeping people independent and healthy at home for as long as possible,” said Billy Persinger, Jr., Consortium manager at Kansas PACE, a statewide collaboration of Midland Care Connection, Inc. PACE, Ascension Living HOPE and Bluestem PACE.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Emerges as Vital Alternative “We're talking with Kansans who have worked hard their entire lives suddenly facing a bill they just can't pay.

03/06/2026

Bienvivir All-Inclusive Senior Health recently celebrated the 105th birthday of participant Albino Camarillo with a Las Vegas casino-themed party. Camarillo has been with Bienvivir since 2009.

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Bienvivir All-Inclusive Senior Health celebrated the 105th birthday of one of their beloved participants of their Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) …

03/05/2026

The Bay Area population is aging faster than any other metropolitan area in the country, with more than half the people in the region projected to be over 50 by 2055. To address the growing need for senior services, On Lok PACE recently opened PACE centers in Union City and South San Jose, expanding access to integrated senior health care and supportive services in Alameda and Santa Clara counties.

On Lok opens two new PACE centers in Union City and South San Jose, expanding access to senior healthcare and services

03/05/2026

Getting from one place to another can be a challenge for many seniors. InnovAge PACE in Pueblo, CO, makes a real difference with its “door-through-door” transportation. Lead driver Ramond Esquibel and his team go beyond just driving, providing safe, supportive rides for seniors who need extra care.

(SPONSORED) — For many seniors, getting from one place to another can be more than just a trip–it can be a challenge. That’s where InnovAge PACE in Pueblo makes a real difference.…

03/05/2026

"West Virginia families provide extraordinary care for loved ones. What they often lack is a coordinated health care partner to support them. PACE fills that gap," says Jason Parsons, president and CEO of Blue Ridge Care. "Bringing PACE to West Virginia would strengthen caregiver support, improve health outcomes for seniors, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and help Medicaid dollars go further."

Opinion by Jason Parsons, Mrs. Johnson wanted only one thing — to stay in her home as she aged. She lives alone, with diabetes, heart disease, and

02/26/2026

PACE has reached a significant milestone with the opening of the 200th PACE program: PACE Northeast Michigan in Alpena, MI. Today, PACE programs operate in 33 states and the District of Columbia, providing comprehensive medical and social services to more than 100,000 older adults. PACE makes it possible for seniors to live safely in their homes and communities without having to transition to nursing home care. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tXTmwq

02/16/2026

Rocky Mountain PACE, a program of Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS), and Bethesda Senior Living Communities took part in an advocacy event at the Colorado State Capitol to engage with state leaders and discuss the vital role they play in serving the senior population. They met with several elected officials and state leaders, including Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera (D), Rep. Amy Paschal (D-CO-18), and Senator Marc Snyder (D-CO-12), Sen. Rebecca Keltie (R-CO-16), and State Senator Rod Pelton (R-CO-35). https://bit.ly/3OaVmBf

02/11/2026

02/05/2026

Staff and participants from InnovAge Colorado PACE met with lawmakers at the state capitol to underscore the importance of protecting and strengthening care for the aging population. “When lawmakers hear directly from the seniors we serve, they gain a real understanding of how PACE supports independence, dignity, and quality of life,” said Linda Whyte, MBA, area center director at InnovAge Colorado PACE. “These conversations are essential as policy and budget decisions are made.”

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02/05/2026

The Veggie Van of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids visits Care Resources PACE to bring fresh fruits and vegetables directly to older adults who might otherwise struggle to access healthy food. The mobile farmers market stops at the day center every other week as part of a new collaboration between the two organizations.

The YMCA Veggie Van brings fresh produce to seniors, enhancing independence amid food access challenges.

02/04/2026

A decade after the launch of the AARP Livability Index™, a new study offers strong evidence of progress. Using data from the platform, which measures every U.S. community, researchers from Cornell University and Penn State found that communities participating in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities improved their livability over the past 10 years and achieved higher livability scores than non-member communities. The findings show that joining the network, which has surpassed 1,000 members, drives meaningful change, reported AARP.

AARP Livability Index data highlights shifts in accessibility, neighborhood measures, engagement, and opportunity across communities in the age‑friendly network.