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New Federal Study Confirms PACE Outperforms Other Integrated Care Options

Posted on: Jun 8, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – May 22, 2026 – A new study led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services confirms that the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) delivers superior health outcomes for dually eligible seniors compared to other integrated Medicare and Medicaid health plan options.

Today marks the start of Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting older adults in our communities. This year’s theme is “Champion Your Health.”

CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz Keynotes NPA Spring Policy Forum

Posted on: Mar 23, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – March 23, 2026 – Mehmet Oz, MD, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), delivered the keynote speech at the National PACE Association (NPA) Spring Policy Forum, which opened today.

PACE Reaches Major Milestone with 200 Programs Nationwide

Posted on: Feb 26, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Feb. 26, 2026 – The National PACE Association (NPA) today announced a significant milestone for the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) with the opening of the 200th PACE program, PACE Northeast Michigan in Alpena, MI.

NPA Applauds Congress Calling on CMS to Explore Increasing Access to PACE

Posted on: Feb 9, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Feb. 9, 2026 – Legislation passed this week to keep the government open also contained a call to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to explore ways to increase access to Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Congress Ends Government Shutdown, Funds HHS Through the End of FY 2026

Posted on: Feb 3, 2026

The U.S. House of Representatives voted this afternoon to end the partial government shutdown that began on Jan. 31, restoring funding for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which oversees CMS, through the end of the fiscal year.

HHS and ACL Host National Event Recognizing Caregivers and Direct Care Workers

Posted on: Dec 19, 2025

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Administration for Community Living hosted a national event to recognize the more than 63 million family caregivers and over 5 million direct care workers who help people live independently and strengthen communities across the country.

New Report Offers State-by-State Analysis of Family Caregiving

Posted on: Oct 29, 2025

The Caring Across States report by AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving introduces the first state-by-state analysis ever included in the Caregiving in the US report series. The report shows that geographic location significantly influences the caregiving experience.

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PACE Learning Center Offers New Course on Supporting LGBTQ+ Older Adults

Posted on: Sep 30, 2025

NPA has partnered with SAGECare to make its course on “Supporting LGBTQ+ Older Adults” available in the PACE Learning Center. The training introduces enrollees to the specific needs and experiences of LGBTQ+ older adults.

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National PACE Month Celebrates Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly

Posted on: Sep 2, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC - Sept. 1, 2025 – September is National PACE Month, a celebration of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The National PACE Association (NPA) announced that the theme of this year's observance is "Your Health. Your Journey. Our Support." The theme highlights the personalized care and support that PACE participants and their caregivers receive through the program.

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MACPAC Highlights PACE in Annual Report to Congress on Medicaid and CHIP

Posted on: Jun 13, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC – June 13, 2025 – As a part of its annual June report to Congress, the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC) included an in-depth look at Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Overall, this work ties into the commission’s long-standing interest in integrated care models that have the potential to better align care delivery for dually eligible individuals.

NPA Urges Congress to Protect Medicaid and Reject Harmful Cuts

Posted on: Apr 10, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC – April 10, 2025 – The U.S. House of Representatives passed a concurrent resolution that allows Congress to move forward in the budget reconciliation process. The budget framework includes instructions to cut federal spending by $880 billion over 10 years. The funding reductions are expected to include major Medicaid reforms.

NPA Tracks Reorganization of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Posted on: Apr 3, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, VA – APRIL 3, 2025 – The National PACE Association (NPA) is tracking efforts to reorganize the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), including reported staffing cuts. “We are reassured to hear reports that PACE growth was a consideration during the HHS reorganization process,” said Shawn Bloom, president and CEO of NPA.

NPA Urges Nevada Legislature to Begin Process of Bringing PACE to State

Posted on: Mar 30, 2025

CARSON CITY, NV – MARCH 11, 2025 – Peter Fitzgerald, chief policy and advocacy officer at the National PACE Association (NPA), testified before the Nevada Senate Committee on Health and Human Services earlier this month in support of Senate Bill 207, which proposes creating a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in the state.

NPA Comments on Impact of Ageism in Health Care in Response to AHRQ RFI

Posted on: Mar 20, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, VA – MARCH 20, 2025 – The National PACE Association (NPA) addressed the impact of ageism in health care in its response to a Request for Information (RFI) by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). “One of the most direct ways to combat ageism in health care is through provider education and training,” the association noted.

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Federal Grants Available to Support PACE in Rural Communities

Posted on: Jan 27, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC – JAN. 27, 2025 – The National PACE Association (NPA) is pleased to announce that the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) has made available up to $2 million in federal grant funding for fiscal year (FY) 2025. This funding will support the expansion of PACE into rural communities. Applications are due by April 17.

President Biden Signs Bill Increasing PACE Access to Veterans

Posted on: Jan 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC – JAN. 2, 2025 – President Biden today signed into law the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act (S. 141). The legislation gives veterans increased access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) across the nation, reported the National PACE Association (NPA).

NPA Applauds Passage of Bill Providing Veterans with Increased Access to PACE

Posted on: Dec 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Dec. 16, 2024 – Passage of the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act by the U.S. House of Representatives will give veterans increased access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) across the nation, the National PACE Association (NPA) stated today. NPA urges President Biden to sign the bill into law, noting that the legislation is a critical step in the ongoing effort to raise awareness and increase access to PACE.