Page 68 - LIN JAN 1-51.indd

There’s Hope for Innovative

Senior Care

peace of mind, knowing that Hope PACE will meet the needs
of their aging parents, spouses, or loved ones. The interdisciplinary
team includes:
∙ Physicians, APRNs, and nurses who are responsible for
participants’ medical needs
∙ Home Care Coordinators who monitor in-home services
and order necessary medical equipment
∙ Dieticians who offer tips on healthy eating and balanced
nutrition for senior adults
∙ Personal Care Aides who assist with activities of daily living
like dressing, bathing, and grooming
∙ Social Service Counselors who connect families with
community resources, answer questions about personal
finances, and encourage discussions about advance directives
∙ Recreation Therapists who lead craft activities, play games, and
organize field trips
∙ Bus Drivers who provide safe, convenient transportation to

Samira K. Beckwith, Hope Healthcare President, CEO the state-of-the-art Hope PACE Care Center in fully
accessible Hope Mobiles
For isolated or lonely seniors, warm meals and social activities at
ope PACE®, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the
Elderly, provides coordinated health care designed to meet the Care Center can be a welcome change. Activities are designed
Hthe social, emotional, and practical challenges of older to stimulate conversation and social connections. Daily exercise
opportunities are available in addition to fun games like Bingo,
adults. This innovative program helps seniors live safely in the place
they call home. Jenga, or trivia contests.
PACE participants who live in Collier County attend the
Hope President and CEO Samira K. Beckwith notes,
“Our comprehensive services ensure every need is met, whether it’s Care Center conveniently located at 13020 Livingston Road
health care, a warm meal, or a hand to hold. Families can take great in Naples. Regular hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.
until 5:00 p.m. Most participants come to the Care Center two or
comfort in knowing we’re helping their loved ones.”
Upon enrollment, participants receive all of their health care three times a week. Others may only attend a few days a month.
Each person’s Care Plan will
through Hope PACE. Personalized care plans are designed to
meet each person’s needs and include services such as: specify the schedule for their
ongoing visits.
∙ Primary medical and nursing care, visits with medical
To be eligible for the
specialists, and dental care
program, participants must
∙ Occupational, physical, and speech therapy
live in Charlotte, Collier, or
∙ All necessary prescription medications and lab services Lee County and be 55 years
∙ Medical equipment and home safety modifications of age or older. Bilingual staff
∙ Skilled home care and personal care aides members are available to
∙ Hospitalization, skilled nursing facility care, and assist those who speak
end-of-life care Spanish.
∙ Transportation, socialization, games and activities

A group of dedicated staff members work closely with
To learn more about this one-of-a-kind health care program,
participants and families to ensure the best possible care. With an
visit HopePACE.org or call: Main Line (239) 985-6400
established network of professional support, caregivers can enjoy
Toll Free (866) 659-7223
68 Life in Naples | January 2020