PACE Organization of Rhode Island

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Elder homelessness is a national problem. At PACE-RI, we recognize that providing comprehensive care includes meeting housing needs. We were honored to be featured in a nationwide story from KFF Health News and NPR that highlights how PACE programs support older adults facing homelessness. Special thanks to journalist Felice J. Freyer for shining a light on this important issue, to participant Roberta for sharing her story, and to Franklin Court Assisted Living for our housing partnership. https://lnkd.in/eGU239Te

Since 2013, Pinpoint Translation Services (a division of Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island), has helped cover our translation and interpretation needs. We were happy to present Dorcas Chief Operating Officer Milagro Sique with a PACE-RI Champion Award acknowledging many years of working together. “PACE is one of our longtime partners. Our success is your success. We’re grateful for our partnership and our translation services would not be the same without you!” she said.

Our next PACE-RI Champion award goes to Director of Operations Josh Falkson and the rest of the Reliable Respiratory team. Since 2018, Reliable Respiratory has been our source for oxygen tanks and CPAP machines for PACE participants. As a key member of the leadership team, Josh and his team have made an impression with their clear communication and willingness to help. "It means a lot to receive this award. PACE-RI has been really easy to work with. We're proud to have this partnership and the chance to serve PACE members," he said.

Our latest PACE-RI Champion has been our lab partner since our first year of operation in 2005. As we celebrate 20 years of PACE-RI, we also celebrate 20 years of collaboration with East Side Clinical Laboratory (Sonic Healthcare USA) . Infection Preventionist Leslie Morrissey RN, BSN (center-right) and Long Term Care Coordinator Karena Cartwright (right) came onsite to accept the award. “We’re thankful to have worked with PACE for so many years. It has been a great partnership co-caring for your patients,” said Leslie. #paceri #olderadults #healthcareri

Are you a passionate Nurse Practitioner looking to make a real difference in the lives of older adults? PACE Organization of Rhode Island is looking for a dedicated and compassionate NP to join our mission-driven team and we think you’d be a great fit! https://lnkd.in/ea3rzjwp

We were honored to host this year's Leadership Rhode Island Senior Fellows cohort at our PACE-East Providence center. The group had an opportunity to hear from our leadership, tour our facility, ask thoughtful questions, and—of course—enjoy a delicious lunch from the PACE-RI kitchen. The Senior Fellows program is a partnership between LRI and Age Friendly Rhode Island. It equips Rhode Islanders 62 and older to engage civically, build connections, and advance healthy aging across the state. #paceri #healthyaging #olderadults #leadershiprhodeisland

Our newest PACE Champion is Laura Dos Santos, director of operations at the HealthCare Facilities Management office of the Diocese of Providence. We are grateful for her ongoing support and partnership, which ensures that PACE participants are well-supported (physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually) when they require rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or assisted living from any of the facilities associated with the Diocese.

We are thrilled to share recent press coverage about our newly renovated Namaste Room, an innovative reminiscence therapy space that pairs advanced technology with the comforting décor of a 1960s living room. You can watch and read recent news coverage here: https://lnkd.in/e4dXyST8 https://lnkd.in/ezgsqydx https://lnkd.in/e9Mnwbeh Special thanks to editor Ethan Hartley and photographer Rich Dionne of the East Providence Post for making our older adults front page news this past week! Thank you to Barbara Morse Silva and cameraman Scott of NBC 10 WJAR Providence New Bedford, who featured our story yesterday. Participant Marie W, who watches Health Check every evening, was thrilled to be on the program. Thank you also to Joy Fox at Beacon Media Group (Warwick Beacon, Cranston Herald, Johnston Sun Rise) for featuring us in a recent Prime Time insert, and to Katie Castellani at Providence Business News for sharing our story.

Each May, our board members take the time to visit our day centers and directly support our participants. It's even more special when they bring family members along! Thank you to Paari Gopalakrishnan and his children (Daven, Kendall, and Quinn), and to Marianne Raimondo and her husband David P. Jasinski, for taking time out of their busy schedules to serve lunch to our East Providence participants.