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In mid-March, a Senate bill (DUALS Act of 2024) was introduced to significantly expand access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). In this month’s Healthcare Musings, Amy Shin provides some background on PACE and how it addresses the senior healthcare crisis. You can read the full article on our website https://wp.me/p9aMrG-J9
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new PACE centers in Riverside and Coachella Valley. "WelbeHealth's mission is to serve the most vulnerable seniors with better quality and compassion. We do this through the work of our dedicated care teams and our courage to love culture that values every employee and participant in our care," said Si France, MD, Founder and CEO at WelbeHealth. "We are honored to serve Riverside and the Coachella Valley, enabling access to care that will have ripple effects in these communities." These new locations mark significant milestones, being the first PACE center in Coachella Valley and expanding access to underserved communities. With our dedicated care teams, we deliver fully integrated care to enable frail seniors to age in place with dignity and support. https://lnkd.in/gAiuAdUT #SeniorCare #Healthcare #CommunityCare #WelbeHealth #PACE
WelbeHealth is honored to receive the Age-Friendly Health System Committed to Care Excellence designation from the IHI (Institute of Healthcare Improvement). The designation recognizes WelbeHealth's graduation from Age-Friendly Health System Participant and is bestowed on organizations that have demonstrated implementation of outcome-focused practices for older adults through the 4Ms: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility. "This designation is a testament to our team's continuing commitment to quality and excellence in caring for our participants. Outcome-based compassionate care is essential to our mission of serving the most vulnerable seniors,” said Dr. Michael Le, Chief Medical Officer for WelbeHealth. #seniorcare #healthcare #seniors #highqualitycare #PowerofPACE
WelbeHealth is thrilled about the progress the larger Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act is making. This act will enable more veterans to access care in their homes and communities, including local Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). It will also support veterans in finding organizations like WelbeHealth. WelbeHealth External Affairs Director Lisa Ard, MPA, expressed, "WelbeHealth applauds this bipartisan legislative effort that will expand access for US veterans to the PACE program. As an organization, we deeply value the sacrifices that veterans have made on behalf of our country and believe it’s vital that we uphold the sacred contract we have with them. That contract includes a commitment that, whenever possible, we ensure that they can continue to live in their community while having access to excellent wraparound healthcare services.” #seniorhealthcare #veterans #PACE #expandaccess https://lnkd.in/eZhMCSFH
Governor Gavin Newsom officially declared May 2024 "Older Californians Month"! This proclamation recognizes the invaluable contributions of California's nearly nine million older residents who enrich our communities with their diverse experiences and cultures. By 2030, one in four Californians will be 60 or older, highlighting the significance of this demographic in our state. This proclamation aligns closely with WelbeHealth's mission to serve vulnerable seniors and create a more inclusive and supportive environment for older adults and their caregivers. As we continue our efforts to provide high-quality care and support for our seniors, this serves as a reminder of the importance of fostering connections and combating loneliness and isolation among older adults. Let's celebrate the older adults in our lives and communities this month and beyond, recognizing their contributions and working towards a more vibrant and equitable community for our seniors! #OlderAmericansMonth #WelbeHealth #CaliforniaCommunity #InclusionAndSupport #seniorhealthcare https://lnkd.in/g3kvVa4w
WelbeHealth held a Community Open House in our San Jose Center last week. We welcomed the community including potential participants, partners, and team members for a day of connection and engagement. It was a beautiful showcase of WelbeHealth's mission in action. Highlights of the day included engaging activities such as meeting our care team members, center tours including our occupational therapy, medical and dental exam rooms, a potting plant activity, and assistance with Medi-Cal applications. In addition, the community partner reception, held on the rooftop, was a wonderful opportunity to connect with partners like Sutter Health - Bay Area, LifeSTEPS, John Stewart and Company, EAH, MidPen Housing Corporation, Alzheimer's Association®NorCAL, Rocketship Public Schools, and more. #seniorhealthcare #bayarea #sanjose #communityparterships #qualitycare
WelbeHealth recently supported legislation that would “improve care coordination for dual-eligible beneficiaries and expand the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly to a larger share of people." “The DUALS Act marks a crucial stride forward in expanding access to care coordination for frail dual eligible beneficiaries through an innovative model called PACE,” Amy Shin, WelbeHealth’s chief mission officer, said. “This bill is thoughtful and represents a significant opportunity to enhance access to the gold standard for quality of care for our most frail and vulnerable seniors.” Take a look at the full article from McKnight's Long-Term Care News for more information on the legislation. #PACE #seniorcare #expandingaccess #healthcare https://lnkd.in/gnp8bS7i
WelbeHealth is excited to welcome our new Chief Operating Officer Becca Miller Rose. Rose expressed, "I am excited to address these needs for our most vulnerable populations through expanding access to PACE as WelbeHealth's operational leader." #iamwelbehealth #seniorcare #womeninleadership #PACE To read more, click below for the full press release.
A nod to a few of the many women at WelbeHealth who make a difference each day. Tag a woman below who has made an impact in your life. #IWD2024 #iamwelbehealth #healthcare #pace #seniorcare
"On National Caregivers Day, we honor and appreciate the dedicated individuals who selflessly care for others. Caregivers are not only a big part of my personal journey but also integral to our organization's mission. Your compassion, dedication, and tireless efforts make a difference every day. Thank you for all that you do." - Dr. Matt Patterson, President of WelbeHealth #healthcare #seniorcare #nationalcaregiversday
Health Equity Advocate and Strategist
3moI spent yesterday sharing details about PACE with my mother. What relief it brings us both to know there is "another way" out there - a way that honors how my Dad (and others like him) would like to grow old - supported, and surrounded by care within his existing community.