Celebrating September 2025: National PACE Month and Its Impact

National PACE Month: A Time to Celebrate and Reflect

The National PACE Association has officially launched the celebration of National PACE Month this September 2025, with an empowering theme: Your Health. Your Journey. Our Support. This initiative brings together communities to recognize the crucial role played by the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Through this program, thousands of seniors across the U.S. can live independently in their own homes rather than relocating to nursing facilities.

Understanding the PACE Program

Established to support seniors who require assistance, PACE provides a holistic range of medical and social services. Currently, over 82,000 older adults benefit from this program. The comprehensive nature of PACE is its standout feature; it involves interdisciplinary teams that consist of primary care providers, nurses, social workers, drivers, and various therapists. Each team member plays a vital role in ensuring that participants receive the best care tailored to their needs.

Services offered include medical care, prescription medications, and home care, which have all been pivotal to enhancing the quality of life for participants and their caregivers. Indeed, statistics reveal that a remarkable 94% of PACE participants remain within their communities, highlighting the program's efficiency in offering care locally and favorably.

Expanding Necessities and Services

As the demand for PACE programs grows, the data from 2024 shows a surge in newly opened programs, with more than 188 PACE initiatives now active in 33 states and Washington D.C. The rising figures point towards a strengthening awareness for community-based care, which functions to withstand the increasing elderly population's needs. This trend not only highlights the effectiveness of PACE but also the need for more such initiatives in every locality.

Throughout September, many PACE centers will host special events to celebrate and share the significant contributions they make to their local communities. This public engagement is crucial to raising awareness around the benefits of PACE, thereby encouraging those in need and their families to access these valuable services.

If you are interested in locating a PACE program near you, visit the official PACE locator website for detailed information.

The Role of the National PACE Association

The National PACE Association (NPA) plays a decisive role in promoting and advancing the aims of PACE programs. By advocating for preventive, primary, acute, and long-term care services, NPA supports older individuals' ability to remain in their communities. Their commitment reflects an understanding that high-quality, community-based care positively influences both seniors with chronic health conditions and their families.

To explore more about PACE and its ongoing initiatives, visit NPA’s website and follow their updates on social media at @TweetNPA. The push for awareness and action during National PACE Month is a call to all of us to contribute positively towards the aging population's well-being in our communities.