Central Valley PACE

Central Valley PACE in Merced, CA is dedicated to providing comprehensive health, wellness, and social services for seniors aged 55 and older. The program is designed to help participants live safely at home and in the community by offering a wide range of coordinated care services. Central Valley PACE focuses on personalized care plans that include medical, dental, vision, and specialist care, along with therapeutic recreation and home care assistance. The facility also provides meals, nutritional counseling, and transportation services to ensure all needs are met. Participants must qualify based on age, nursing facility level of care eligibility, and residency within the service area. Central Valley PACE is committed to non-discrimination and offers language assistance services for non-English speakers.

Central Valley PACE offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the medical and long-term care needs of seniors. These include personalized preventive care, management of chronic conditions, adult day programs with therapeutic recreation, and various therapies such as physical and occupational. Home care assistance is provided by medically trained staff, with visits scheduled based on individual needs. The program also includes meals and nutritional counseling, transportation services for medical appointments, and access to a wellness center. Diagnostic tests, prescription medications, and medical supplies are part of the services, with some requiring pre-authorization based on physical and psychosocial needs determined by the interdisciplinary care team.

Central Valley PACE is located at 727 W Childs Ave, Merced, CA 95341. The program accepts Medicaid and provides transportation services for participants to attend medical appointments. Language assistance services are available for non-English speakers, including TTY services. Participants must be at least 55 years old, qualify for nursing facility level of care, and reside within the Central Valley PACE service area. The program is funded by Medicare and Medicaid, with most participants paying nothing additional for services. For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Central Valley PACE at (209) 724-6000 or visit their website.