December 18, 2024

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Maryland Department of Health announces expansion of Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly 

Baltimore, MD — The Maryland Department of Health today announced the expansion of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) from one location to four. This expansion will allow the state to serve up to 800 seniors, allowing more older adults to remain in their homes while receiving essential care within their communities. Currently, the program is only available through Hopkins ElderPlus in East Baltimore. 

The program provides older adults with comprehensive access to their health and supportive care in one convenient location. Participants can benefit from a wide range of services, including primary medical care, prescription medications, transportation, physical therapy, and meal assistance. These services encompass doctor visits, home care, dental care, emergency support, and social activities.

“It is critical that we provide aging Marylanders with a variety of options, such as those who need nursing home-level care but prefer to remain in their own homes and communities,” said Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Laura Herrera Scott. “Through a personalized care plan created by a dedicated team, our goal is to ensure they get all the care they need while staying in the place they feel most comfortable—home.”​

PACE is not limited to those on Medicare and/or Medicaid. The new locations and their anticipated opening dates are as follows:

• Edenbridge Health West Baltimore PACE Community Coalition – Accepting participants, opening in January 2025
• Trinity Health PACE in Montgomery County – Accepting participants, opening in January 2025. 
• Senior CommUnity Care of Maryland in Prince George’s County – Opening in 2025
  

“Maryland is dedicated to ensuring that more older adults can access comprehensive care without having to leave their homes,” said Deputy Secretary for Health Care Financing and Medicaid Director Ryan Moran. “We aim to encourage healthcare providers and community organizations to refer eligible individuals to the program, helping Maryland residents lead healthier and more independent lives.”

To learn more about this program and coverage, visit health.maryland.gov/mmcp/waiverprograms/Pages/PACE.aspx.

The Maryland Department of Health is dedicated to protecting and improving the health and safety of all Marylanders through disease prevention, access to care, quality management and community engagement. ​​​

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