Center for Elders' Independence

11/05/2025

CEI PACE Concord was honored to recently host a visit from Congressman Mark DeSaulnier.

CEO and President Maria Zamora , Center Director Emily Hoshida and Director of Government Affairs Uche Uwahemu provided a tour and shared how the PACE model of care helps older adults live independently in the community.

The discussion highlighted the importance of integrated, comprehensive care and the collaborative efforts that keep programs like PACE strong for future generations. Maria outlined how PACE receives funding through both federal and state sources. Despite broader uncertainty in the healthcare landscape, funding for PACE is separated from traditional Medicare and is protected.

For more information on CEI and PACE, visit our website at elders.org

11/05/2025

November is the Month of Gratitude and at CEI, we’re thankful every day for our amazing team members and their years of commitment to helping seniors live independently with dignity. Check out highlights from our Years of Service Breakfast — celebrating those who’ve made CEI shine for 5 to 30 years:
https://youtu.be/UUnbjYm_kBM

Special shout-outs to our longest-serving team members:
Comfort Atulobi – 20 years
Sylvie Hoarau – 25 years
Chi Yi – 25 years
Michael Bingham – 30 years
Tamara Perry – 30 years

We are so grateful for your dedication and impact across the decades.

10/31/2025

CEI wishes you a Happy Halloween! From pumpkin patches to costume parades, our PACE participants celebrated in style.

10/23/2025

We’re honored to be featured on Bloomberg TV in the next episode of Advancements with Ted Danson!

Airing October 25, this episode highlights PACE and showcases how Center for Elders’ Independence delivers highly personalized, efficient, and accessible care to vulnerable populations.

This moment shines a light on the incredible work our CEI team does every day to support older adults in living healthy, independent lives. Thank you to everyone who helps make our mission a reality—this one’s for all of us!

/PRNewswire/ -- Advancements with Ted Danson proudly announces the upcoming broadcast of a new episode, scheduled to air on Saturday, October 25th at 8:00 PM...

10/22/2025

Flu and COVID season is here! CEI Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jim Mittelberger, joined KTVU Fox News to talk about why getting vaccinated is one of the best ways seniors can stay healthy this winter.

Watch the full story below and learn how CEI helps our participants stay strong through the season.

For more information on PACE and CEI, visit elders.org

10/21/2025

The Tri-Valley Texas Hold’em 2025 event, hosted by the CEI Foundation, was more than just a poker night. It was a celebration of generosity, community, and support for memory care.

Thanks to everyone who played, donated, and volunteered, we didn’t just meet our $30K goal… we surpassed it with $43,000 raised!

From the excitement at the tables to the energy in the room, your involvement helps CEI continue delivering compassionate, high-quality care for those living with memory loss.

10/20/2025

Please join us in congratulating Angelique Ogden-Jarata, this year’s recipient of the Marc Abar Memorial Scholarship for Clinical Education — one of the many ways the CEI Foundation invests in our team and the future of senior healthcare.

Angelique began her CEI journey 22 years ago as an Activity Coordinator, and through hard work and dedication, advanced to become a Clinical LVN. Now, she’s taking the next step in her professional journey — pursuing her Registered Nurse (RN) degree.

During a special ceremony at PACE San Leandro, Angelique received a $5,000 scholarship check from the CEI Foundation. CEI Foundation Director Liz Anders, along with Nakia Miller, proudly presented the award in recognition of her hard work and passion for service.

💙 When you support the CEI Foundation, you’re helping dedicated healthcare professionals like Angelique continue their education — strengthening the compassionate care that defines CEI. To donate, https://ceifoundation.elders.org/mark-abar-rn-memorial-scholarship-fund/