PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a comprehensive healthcare program serving eligible seniors age 55 and older. California has the largest PACE presence in the nation — over 40 programs across 28 counties serving 28,000+ participants through 117 centers statewide.
PACE is fundamentally different from Medicare Advantage. Instead of insurance through a network, PACE is an all-inclusive care program where a dedicated team provides everything — primary care, specialists, dental, vision, hearing, prescriptions, therapy, transportation, meals, adult day activities, and in-home support.
For dual-eligible participants with both Medicare and Medi-Cal, PACE is typically free — no premiums, copays, or deductibles.
Call to check PACE eligibility — free: (818) 581-4101 — free, no obligation, licensed in California.
What PACE Covers
- Primary care at the PACE center
- Specialist referrals coordinated by your care team
- All prescriptions — no formulary restrictions
- Dental, vision, and hearing — exams, eyewear, hearing aids
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Mental health and counseling
- Adult day center — activities, socialization
- Nutritious meals — at center and home-delivered
- Transportation — to PACE center and all appointments
- In-home care — personal care, housekeeping
- 24/7 emergency coordination
Eligibility
You must be 55+, live in a PACE service area (see service areas), be certified as needing nursing-home level care, and be able to live safely in the community with PACE support.
California PACE Providers
Major providers include AltaMed PACE (LA, OC), Brandman Centers (San Fernando Valley), On Lok (San Francisco), Center for Elders’ Independence (Alameda), St. Paul’s (San Diego), Sutter Senior Care (Sacramento), WelbeHealth (multiple regions), InnovAge (LA, Sacramento, Inland Empire), CalOptima (Orange County), ConcertoCare and MyPlace Health (LA).
PACE vs. Medicare Advantage
You cannot have PACE and Medicare Advantage simultaneously — PACE replaces MA. Key differences: PACE provides all care through a dedicated team, includes services MA plans typically don’t (meals, transport, adult day center, home care), has year-round enrollment, and is free for dual-eligible participants. See our full comparison.
Call for a free plan comparison: (818) 581-4101 — free, no obligation, licensed in California.