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InnovAge helps seniors age in their own homes with dignity through the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). InnovAge is dedicated to expanding this successful program to serve as many seniors as possible across the country. We hire exceptional people for our programs in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the independence and quality of life for those we serve, on their terms. Our purpose is to help older adults remain mobile, prolong their health, and continue living in their own homes.

02/20/2026

A short walk or chair activity and a visit with friends can be much more than daily routines. They can go a long way in helping seniors remain independent, in their own homes, for as long as possible.

With a focus on Senior Independence Month in February, here are a few practical tips from Dr. Louis Capponi, Center Medical Director, InnovAge Colorado PACE โ€“ Thornton:

๐— ๐—ผ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†. Dr. Capponi encourages setting the goal of 15 minutes of walking or chair activities, every day. โ€œThis can have a dramatic impact on your health,โ€ he says.

๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜†. Many of us assume that aids such as grab bars should be installed in the home when instability becomes an issue. Dr. Capponi suggests building muscle memory for the future. โ€œThe time to put in a grab bar isnโ€™t when youโ€™re falling, itโ€™s a couple years before that,โ€ he explains. โ€œGet used to using it. Use it every time you take a shower. Then some day in the future when you are slipping, your body is going to know where that bar is and itโ€™s going to reflexively grab it.โ€

๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—˜๐—บ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต. Dr. Capponi stresses the importance of staying active socially. โ€œGoing out and visiting with people, and just getting out of the house, really stimulates the brain,โ€ he says, adding that when testing cognitive activity between seniors who engage socially and those who donโ€™t, there can be a measurable difference. โ€œWhen somebody is out for a social event, their cognition improves that day.โ€

During Senior Independence Month, and all year long, the InnovAge PACE team of professionals is here to provide practical guidance and actionable steps for both the large and small ways that seniors can remain safer and healthier at home.

Thanks to FOX31Great Day Colorado for the lively and informative discussion with Dr. Capponi!

02/09/2026

Ready to smile? ๐Ÿ˜€ Then give a listen to the wise and wonderful words of InnovAge Virginia PACE participant Maggie, who created an original poem for her many friends at our Roanoke Center.

Maggie is beloved by staff and fellow participants. Her poem, "A Place Called PACE," warmed their hearts โ€“ and it will brighten your day. But it doesnโ€™t end there. A prolific writer, she has written many poems to staff, friends, family, and more. โ€œI love to express myself through my heart, soul, and writing,โ€ says Maggie, who is known to write several poems in a day. โ€œWhen I am inspired by something it comes out fast and natural. I didnโ€™t write this poem for me, I wrote it for everybody.โ€

Donโ€™t miss the joy in Maggie's voice in her closing lines. Maggie, thank you for sharing your talents with us!

Overflowing with pride, inspiration, and gratitude for our InnovAge Colorado care teams and senior participants who advo...
02/07/2026

Overflowing with pride, inspiration, and gratitude for our InnovAge Colorado care teams and senior participants who advocated to protect senior care and support at the Colorado State Capitol this week. It was a true honor to receive a special tribute from Senate President James Coleman who recognized on the Senate floor, InnovAge and LeadingAge Colorado's "compassionate leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to Colorado's most vulnerable citizens..."

Our participants Sue and Joe shined, sharing the true impact of InnovAge and PACE with lawmakers who were moved by their genuine experiences and humble advocacy.

Thank you to LeadingAge Colorado for your continued dedication to helping seniors find the support and resources they need and for being a passionate force in capital halls, industry meetings, and community events.

And, big shoutouts to SVP Government Affairs Don Nelson, Colorado Market President Clint Lohr, Thornton Area Center Director Linda Whyte (who did an amazing job coordinating staff), Lakewood Center Director Kelly Swanson, Loveland Center Director Sandy Waldrip, as well as many center staff who also turned out io help advocate.

Last: our deepest thanks to Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera and House Majority Leader Monica Duncan for your steadfast support and for sharing your personal stories:

โ€œI cared for my father, kept him in my own home, which is where he wanted to be until he was 101 years old. That experience shaped my understanding of how critical this work is, not just as policy, but as something that touches real lives, real families, and real communities,โ€ said Colorado Lt. Gov Dianne Primavera.

โ€œWe want that sense of security for our seniors,โ€ said Colorado House Majority Leader Rep. Monica Duran. โ€œWhat you are doing is amazing and so important. We make laws that impact our senior population and by being here you are being a voice for them.โ€

We greatly appreciate the many other lawmakers and staff who offered their time and attention, including: Senate President James Coleman, Rep. Mandy Lindsay, Rep. Brianna Titone, Sen. Jessie Danielson, Rep. Tammy Story, Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, Rep. Karen McCormick, Rep. Lisa Feret, Rep. Jenny Willford, Sen. Scott Bright, Sen. Kyle Mullica, Sen. Dafna Jenet, Rep. Manny Rutinel, Sen. Robert Rodriquez, and Sen William Lindstedt. We appreciate and thank all of you for your support!



Read the full press release here: https://investor.innovage.com/news-releases/news-release-details/proven-senior-care-model-takes-center-stage-capitol

02/04/2026

Championing seniors extends far beyond InnovAge PACE centers. It means advocating throughout the communities we serve, all the way to the state legislature. At 2026 Capitol Day in Denver, weโ€™re joining forces with LeadingAge Colorado for a day dedicated to meeting and talking with Colorado elected officials and policy makers.

โ€œWe want to show them the true value of PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly),โ€ says Linda Whyte, Center Director at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Thornton. โ€œNot just as a healthcare provider, but as the solution to reduce administrative burdens and also make access to this type of care accessible to all eligible Colorado seniors.โ€

Interviewed on FOX31 Great Day Colorado, Linda was asked how the program helps to save money for the state as well as taxpayers. โ€œBecause of the comprehensive, coordinated care, weโ€™re able to significantly reduce ER visits and hospital stays,โ€ she says. โ€œWeโ€™re able to prevent a crisis before it happens.โ€

Participant Angie has seen a tremendous difference in her quality of life โ€“ as well as her independence as a senior who continues to live at home -- since she enrolled with InnovAge. โ€œIt was a nightmare trying to get to the doctor, and trying to get to your medicine. I couldnโ€™t make friends, and kids had to take off work for every single thing,โ€ she explains. โ€œInnovAge just means everything. Itโ€™s just the best thing Iโ€™ve ever done.โ€

Stay tuned for updates from Linda and her team of colleagues and participants as they continue their dedicated advocacy efforts for seniors and their families, at the Colorado State Capitol and beyond.

Weโ€™re celebrating the pioneering spirit and compassionate care we see every day at InnovAge PACE and across the health c...
02/03/2026

Weโ€™re celebrating the pioneering spirit and compassionate care we see every day at InnovAge PACE and across the health care landscape. National Women Physicians Day gives us the opportunity to thank our invaluable medical professionals who set the standard for excellence and serve as role models for anyone who dreams of making a life-changing difference.

Among the many extraordinary women physicians on , Dr. Jessica Grimes is dedicated to providing high-quality senior care as Center Medical Director at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Denver Center. She completed her medical education and residency at St. Louis University, and strives to offer personalized treatment plans that prioritize the well-being of every participant.

Such care is only possible by building strong relationships, as Dr. Grimes explains. โ€œI find working with this population very rewarding because I love getting to know my patients and hearing about their lives,โ€ she says. โ€œI try to focus on what is most important to them in order to meet their health needs.โ€

To Dr. Grimes and all of the physicians who make a positive impact on so many lives, we send our gratitude for everything you do, today and every day!

"Having friends and something worthwhile to get ready for is part of the prescription at InnovAge," says Adult Day Healt...
01/31/2026

"Having friends and something worthwhile to get ready for is part of the prescription at InnovAge," says Adult Day Health Center Manager Gina Shaw.

Deep gratitude for our thoughtful and caring activities and recreational teams, who are always looking for ways to help the seniors we serve and support. Our Pennypack team in Philadelphia shows us a sample of that โ€“ they organized a variety of fun, but also important efforts, including:

๐Ÿ‘‰ A food drive that gave participants the opportunity to take home free groceries, with donations from Canada Dry and Philly Pretzel Company
๐Ÿ‘‰ A blanket, hat and glove drive for the cold winter months
๐Ÿ‘‰ A Pancakes and Pajamas party

Itโ€™s just a small slice of what our Pennypack team does for participants, year-round.

โ€œWe are determined to create enriching experiences for the seniors, offer free resources and support, and have the center be a place the staff and participants look forward to coming to every day.โ€

"This work is deeply personal to me." This week, weโ€™re shining a big, joyful spotlight on the incredible Activities Team...
01/28/2026

"This work is deeply personal to me." This week, weโ€™re shining a big, joyful spotlight on the incredible Activities Team at our InnovAge California PACE San Bernardino centerโ€”and truly, on all of our Activities Professionals across InnovAgeโ€™s 20 centers in 6 states.

โ€œWorking as an activities coordinator is meaningful to me because it allows me to create positive, engaging experiences that truly impact my participantsโ€™ quality of lifeโ€ฆ Seeing their smiles, growth, and enjoyment reminds me that what I do matters.โ€ โ€“ Frances Vaughan, Activities Coordinator

Activities Professionals are the heart of the social model of care. Through creativity, connection, and non-pharmaceutical approaches, they help seniors get well, live well, and stay wellโ€”supporting physical, emotional, and social well-being in ways that are deeply personal and profoundly impactful. In PACE, this work is extra special, woven directly into whole-person, participant-centered care.

โ€œThis work is deeply personal to me. Being an Activities Coordinator isnโ€™t just what I do, itโ€™s who I amโ€ฆ Our participants are the heart of everything we do.โ€ โ€“ Ruby Barrera, Activities Coordinator

To Francis, Ruby, and every Activities Professional across InnovAge: thank you for bringing joy, dignity, creativity, and love into the lives of the seniors we are honored to serveโ€”every single day.

Proud moment for   -- and a big "thank you" to two leaders who represented our work with clarity, heart, and authenticit...
01/24/2026

Proud moment for -- and a big "thank you" to two leaders who represented our work with clarity, heart, and authenticity in recent news features.

Dr. Gabriel Silversmith, State Medical Director for InnovAge Colorado PACE, and Shawn Pinamonte, Center Director of InnovAge Colorado PACE โ€“ Pueblo, recently appeared on FOX31 and FOX21 to share what coordinated senior care really looks like in practice.

As Dr. Silversmith explained, โ€œYouโ€™re not just getting a doctor โ€” youโ€™re getting a whole basketball team of professionals dedicated to you.โ€ Itโ€™s a powerful way to describe how care works best when medical, social, and emotional needs are addressed together.

Shawn Pinamonte reinforced that message by highlighting how teamwork shows up in everyday life for seniors. โ€œIt literally is a one-stop shop,โ€ he said. โ€œSeniors can see their provider, enjoy meals, participate in activities, receive therapy, and meet with a social worker -- all in one location.โ€

Both leaders spoke with deep respect for the seniors and families they serve -- something participants feel every day. Geraldine, an InnovAge Colorado PACE participant, shared, โ€œIf youโ€™re not feeling good, thereโ€™s always someone to talk to. I love my doctor. This has been a joy to my life.โ€

Weโ€™re proud of Dr. Silversmith and Shawn for being such strong voices for compassionate, team-based care, and for showing viewers that, as Dr. Silversmith put it, โ€œItโ€™s not just clinical care โ€” itโ€™s community.โ€

Watch the full segments here:

โ€ข Dr. Silversmith on FOX31 Great Day Colorado: https://tinyurl.com/36xujvh6
โ€ข Shawn Pinamonte on FOX21 Loving, Living, Local: https://tinyurl.com/ymc8nyyd

01/23/2026

Supporting seniorsโ€™ independence sometimes looks like movement, music, and a lot of smiles. Just ask Danisha White, an Occupational Therapist at our InnovAge California PACE โ€“ Crenshaw center.

As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team -- 11+ specialists working together to deliver personalized, coordinated care -- Danisha helps participants build strength, mobility, and confidence so they can stay active and engaged in daily life.

Thatโ€™s why she loves the dance parties led by our recreational specialists. โ€œThe team members are amazing,โ€ Danisha says. โ€œThey encourage participants to keep moving -- whether theyโ€™re sitting or standing -- and the participants just light up.โ€

For Danisha, those moments of music and movement reflect what occupational therapy is all about: supporting physical, mental, and emotional well-being while helping seniors do the things they love.

Thank you to Danisha and all of our occupational therapists for helping seniors live healthier, more mobile, and more joyful lives every day.

โ€œAmazing.โ€ โ€œAbove and beyond.โ€ โ€œโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ.โ€ Praise for Outreach Specialist Kristin Rosko keeps lighting up our review b...
01/20/2026

โ€œAmazing.โ€ โ€œAbove and beyond.โ€ โ€œโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ.โ€ Praise for Outreach Specialist Kristin Rosko keeps lighting up our review boards. At InnovAge Colorado PACE โ€“ Lakewood, Kristin has earned 5-star reviews from family members who appreciate her expert guidance and support with their loved ones who are entering the InnovAge program.

One of Kristinโ€™s reviews even calls out her ability to help caregivers thousands of miles away. โ€œWe live in California, and are looking to help a family member in Colorado sign up with InnovAge,โ€ writes Paul. โ€œKristin and her team are amazing to work with. They are very responsive, knowledgeable, and helpful. I would strongly recommend InnovAge to anyone who qualifies.โ€

Another review, from Suzy, echoes these thoughts. โ€œThe team at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Lakewood has been amazing,โ€ she writes. โ€œI am helping my brother with finding good health care, and InnovAge has done everything they can to guide us and make my brother feel comfortable. Kristin has gone above and beyond to help us. Thank you!!!

Kristin, congratulations on your kudos and recognition, and for being a trusted resource for so many in our InnovAge family!

In celebration of National Pharmacist Day, we asked one of our extraordinary InnovAge clinical pharmacists about her โ€œwh...
01/13/2026

In celebration of National Pharmacist Day, we asked one of our extraordinary InnovAge clinical pharmacists about her โ€œwhyโ€ in helping seniors and their families with medication management and other important pharmacy-related services:

โ€œI enjoy being a clinical pharmacist because I get to help seniors reduce their mediation burden and optimize their current therapies,โ€ says Natalie Berner, who has offered friendly, comforting, and personalized guidance to participants at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Lakewood for more than 10 years. โ€œI like having the opportunity to provide education to our participants (enrolled seniors) and work closely with the rest of our wonderful interdisciplinary team.โ€

Natalie and our other clinical pharmacists are trusted partners in our participantsโ€™ care โ€“ working to ensure the right medications and the right doses, with the goal of preventing medication errors.

Along with peace of mind, the pharmacy services of InnovAge offer real cost savings for families who need them most. Prescription drugs and prescribed over-the-counter medications are included in the PACE plan, as is medication management. In addition, InnovAge delivers medications to PACE centers and to participantsโ€™ homes โ€“ also free of charge. Our goal is always to reduce the stress and complexities of properly managing medications, helping our seniors focus instead on living their best lives.

Happy National Pharmacist Day to Natalie and all of InnovAge PACEโ€™s pharmacists and pharmacy team members, and thanks for your amazing work with our seniors!

๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—”๐—ด๐—ฒโ€™๐˜€ ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ & ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—บ!Making it easier for seniors and their caregivers to connect ...
01/09/2026

๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—”๐—ด๐—ฒโ€™๐˜€ ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ & ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—บ!
Making it easier for seniors and their caregivers to connect to the life-changing benefits of PACE and LIFE โ€“ thatโ€™s the mission driving InnovAgeโ€™s Broker Relations and Strategic Accounts team! Here are the experienced professionals who work in our communities to simplify the enrollment process and help more seniors get the care and support they need, want, and deserve.

๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜‡: ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐——๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ, ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€
Sheri has spent her career serving the most vulnerable and critically ill Medicare beneficiaries.
Words she lives by: โ€œMaking even a small difference with my knowledge and skills is my passion, โ€˜my whyโ€™. Success is not final, failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts."

๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ฒ๐˜‡๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ผ๐—ฟ: ๐—˜๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ & ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐˜€
Steven is a healthcare sales and business development leader with deep experience in managed and value-based care. He drives PACE growth across Florida, Pennsylvania, and Virginia through broker networks and key partnerships.
Words he lives by: "Life is fragile, healthcare is sacred, and kindness is the one medicine we can all afford to give."

๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—•๐—ผ๐˜„๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€: ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ฟ
Shon services the aging community and agent population throughout California. He has been in the healthcare industry for more than 30 years, and is focused on improving care in his community and providing support for his agents to improve their marketing skill sets.
Words he lives by: "I find it rewarding to improve the lives of our participants and assist with lightening the load of their loved ones."

๐— ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ: ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ฟ
Mitch has 20 years of experience as an agent, agency owner, and broker manager with leading national carriers, driving PACE growth in Colorado and New Mexico. He is passionate about serving underserved communities and making a positive impact on the insurance industry.
Words he lives by: "Life isn't a sprint; it's a marathon."

For Sheri and her team, strong connections result in better care for seniors and their families. โ€œWeโ€™re building a bridge,โ€ she says, โ€œboth for our members and potential members, as well our broker partners, to allow them to bring seniors to us and get them a solution.โ€

She knows from experience. Before Sheri joined our organization on a professional basis last summer, she was already part of the InnovAge family. Sheri enrolled her mother in our program in Sacramento, CA, in 2024. She sees firsthand how partnerships with InnovAge open the door to comprehensive solutions -- helping seniors remain safe, supported, and connected in their communities.

See Sheri's story here: https://tinyurl.com/2p9ueu4d

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