PACE:
The History of PACE
PACE began in 1971 in response to the need for long term services in the Chinatown-North Beach community of San Francisco. Families of older adults who had immigrated from Italy, China, and the Philippines were looking for a community based system of care. The needs of these older adults led to “On Lok Senior Health Services,” which over the next 7 years expanded to include medical care and social support of nursing home-eligible older individuals.
In 1990 the first PACE programs received Medicare and Medicaid waivers and Massachusetts became one of the first states to pilot the program. Today there are 8 PACE organizations across Massachusetts.
Find PACE
PACE is available in 271 of the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts. Use our zip code directory to see if PACE is available in your community.
News & Advocacy
Join MassPACE in advocacy efforts to expand access to PACE and catch up on the latest news and events about PACE across the state.
Contact Us
Each of the 8 PACE programs in the state are independent, not-for-profit organizations, with their own enrollment and assessment process. Contact the PACE program that serves your geographical area, and ask to speak to an enrollment specialist.
