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InnovAge helps seniors age in their own homes with dignity through the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). InnovAge is dedicated to expanding this successful program to serve as many seniors as possible across the country. We hire exceptional people for our programs in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the independence and quality of life for those we serve, on their terms. Our purpose is to help older adults remain mobile, prolong their health, and continue living in their own homes.

04/11/2026

🐶 🐾 👉 Dog lovers, you won’t want to miss this story – or an amazingly well-behaved four-legged model!

Perfect for National Pet Day, this FOX31 Great Day Colorado segment provides guidance for seniors who continue to live with their beloved animals, but may need to consider safety measures, as well as the question of who will care for their pets when health issues make it difficult.

But first, the benefits. Dr. Louis Capponi, Center Medical Director at InnovAge Colorado PACE – Thornton, explained that having a pet can help lower blood pressure while improving mental health and mobility, in addition to providing love, purpose, and companionship. At the same time, Dr. Capponi encouraged seniors to look ahead: to identify a future caregiver and an emergency plan, and even consider legal or financial planning for the pet’s welfare. This all goes a long way in ensuring peace of mind for seniors and their families.

The segment also featured Parker Dato, Occupational Therapist and Regional Director of Therapy. Along with his sidekick, Keva, he shared tips that incorporate his specialty, occupational therapy. It’s about adapting the task to each unique situation, he said. This can mean avoiding too much bending over, and minimizing the potential for falls. His tips included keeping a small container of food and the pet’s bowls close to a chair rather than making repeated trips to the kitchen, and easing the grip on the leash during walks.

Thanks to Dr. Capponi, Parker, and of course, Keva, for providing important safety information while also celebrating the special bond we all have with our pets, at any age. Happy Pet Day from the InnovAge PACE team!

👏 Kudos to Allana Miller for sharing one of the most valuable benefits of the InnovAge PACE program for caregivers: peac...
04/09/2026

👏 Kudos to Allana Miller for sharing one of the most valuable benefits of the InnovAge PACE program for caregivers: peace of mind.

In an encore presentation of her interview on FOX21 Loving Living Local, Allana, Social Services Supervisor at InnovAge Colorado PACE – Pueblo, spoke of the challenges caregivers face in her community. Families are juggling work, finances, and caring for aging loved ones. It can be overwhelming, but as Allana explained, help is here to help reduce stress: “PACE is an all-inclusive program designed to keep seniors in their home. Caregivers feel reassured and supported, and it can really prevent burnout.”

During the segment, Pueblo caregiver Bernadette Chavez described the difference the program has made for her and her husband Bill after his surgery: “It was hard. There was nobody there for him. InnovAge has taken such a load off of me.”

Bill shared how he discovered PACE during a moment of crisis: “One day I was just lying there looking at the four walls. My wife saw an InnovAge bus and thought, we could use that ride. From then on, we were in – and we love it here.”

Like Bernadette and Bill, many caregivers in Pueblo and beyond have discovered how InnovAge PACE can help them navigate complex health needs and reduce financial strain, so that they don’t have to carry the burden alone.

Thanks to Allana for representing InnovAge PACE with clarity and compassion in the Pueblo community. See the full Fox21 segment here: https://tinyurl.com/3sstxyx7

04/02/2026

👏 In case you missed it – Dr. Gabriel Silversmith provided a wonderful overview of the work of InnovAge PACE in a recent encore presentation of his interview segment on FOX31 Great Day Colorado.

As State Medical Director for InnovAge Colorado PACE, Dr. Silversmith discussed important details of the program, including the team approach that brings together a caring staff of professionals with a shared mission. “You’re not just getting a doctor – you’re getting a whole basketball team of professionals dedicated to you,” he said.

Dr. Silversmith spoke with deep respect for the seniors and families we serve, and this is something participants feel every day. Geraldine, an InnovAge Colorado PACE participant, put it this way: “If you’re not feeling good, there’s always someone to talk to. I love my doctor. This has been a joy to my life.”

Thank you, Dr. Silversmith, for being such strong voice for compassionate, team-based care, and for proving that “It’s not just clinical care -- it’s community.”

03/27/2026

“Without you, seniors would not be getting meals today.” The team at InnovAge San Bernardino recently had the pleasure of supporting the important work of Riverside Meals On Wheels, Inc., with a day of serving around 40 participants. As we personally delivered meals to seniors in their homes, the friendly greetings and warm smiles made it a day to remember. Don’t miss these wonderful moments in this video!

Partnering with a vital mission-aligned organization like Riverside Meals on Wheels is just one example of InnovAge PACE connecting with the communities we serve, working together to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes. Thank you to Riverside Meals on Wheels for the opportunity – and the smiles!

Welcome, Case Management Society of America, Sacramento chapter! InnovAge Sacramento had the pleasure of hosting a fun e...
03/25/2026

Welcome, Case Management Society of America, Sacramento chapter! InnovAge Sacramento had the pleasure of hosting a fun event connecting our team with the CMSA leaders and passionate case managers who are making a difference in our community every day.

We introduced CMSA to our center and staff, showing the PACE service model in action. As we build relationships with CMSA members and others on the front line of care, InnovAge is able to better support participants, expand PACE services, and help more seniors live independently in their own homes and communities.

We’d also like to give a shoutout to Morrison Healthcare, our food service provider, who prepared a tasty variety of international appetizers highlighting the theme “Passport to PACE.” Guests loved the assortment of sushi, charcuterie, lobster roll, chicken satay, pork potstickers, and much more.

We’re grateful for the conversation, collaboration, and shared commitment to improving the lives of seniors. Thank you to the CMSA team for joining us to celebrate this wonderful partnership in Sacramento!

Colorado legislators speak from the heart about supporting programs that improve the lives of seniors, including PACE (P...
03/04/2026

Colorado legislators speak from the heart about supporting programs that improve the lives of seniors, including PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly):

“This is something I've been really passionate about for a long time. My dad lived to be 101 years old, and so as his caretaker, I understand firsthand how important that is. You're ensuring our older Coloradans can live with dignity and purpose, where and how they choose to receive services.”
- Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera

“I think it's so important not to make (seniors) feel like they are insignificant. My parents were alone in California. They didn't have family around because we're scattered all over, and they didn't want to be a burden. I find what you're doing is just amazing -- really, really important for that sense of security with our seniors.”
- House Majority Leader Monica Duran

The InnovAge PACE team had the privilege of speaking with these empathetic leaders and many others during our recent visit to the Colorado State Capitol. We shared the PACE story and received meaningful feedback on the importance of our efforts to help seniors age independently, in their own homes, with a comprehensive program designed to provide connected care. Legislators were impressed to learn more about InnovAge PACE, including the fact that most participants are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid, and enjoy PACE at little or no cost.

Our sincere appreciation goes out to Lt. Gov. Primavera and Rep. Duran for a day of productive and enlightening conversations!

See Lt. Gov. Primavera’s comments: https://tinyurl.com/5e83dasr

See Rep. Duran’s comments: https://tinyurl.com/vxpedrzv

02/20/2026

A short walk or chair activity and a visit with friends can be much more than daily routines. They can go a long way in helping seniors remain independent, in their own homes, for as long as possible.

With a focus on Senior Independence Month in February, here are a few practical tips from Dr. Louis Capponi, Center Medical Director, InnovAge Colorado PACE – Thornton:

𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Dr. Capponi encourages setting the goal of 15 minutes of walking or chair activities, every day. “This can have a dramatic impact on your health,” he says.

𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆. Many of us assume that aids such as grab bars should be installed in the home when instability becomes an issue. Dr. Capponi suggests building muscle memory for the future. “The time to put in a grab bar isn’t when you’re falling, it’s a couple years before that,” he explains. “Get used to using it. Use it every time you take a shower. Then some day in the future when you are slipping, your body is going to know where that bar is and it’s going to reflexively grab it.”

𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵. Dr. Capponi stresses the importance of staying active socially. “Going out and visiting with people, and just getting out of the house, really stimulates the brain,” he says, adding that when testing cognitive activity between seniors who engage socially and those who don’t, there can be a measurable difference. “When somebody is out for a social event, their cognition improves that day.”

During Senior Independence Month, and all year long, the InnovAge PACE team of professionals is here to provide practical guidance and actionable steps for both the large and small ways that seniors can remain safer and healthier at home.

Thanks to FOX31Great Day Colorado for the lively and informative discussion with Dr. Capponi!

02/09/2026

Ready to smile? 😀 Then give a listen to the wise and wonderful words of InnovAge Virginia PACE participant Maggie, who created an original poem for her many friends at our Roanoke Center.

Maggie is beloved by staff and fellow participants. Her poem, "A Place Called PACE," warmed their hearts – and it will brighten your day. But it doesn’t end there. A prolific writer, she has written many poems to staff, friends, family, and more. “I love to express myself through my heart, soul, and writing,” says Maggie, who is known to write several poems in a day. “When I am inspired by something it comes out fast and natural. I didn’t write this poem for me, I wrote it for everybody.”

Don’t miss the joy in Maggie's voice in her closing lines. Maggie, thank you for sharing your talents with us!

Overflowing with pride, inspiration, and gratitude for our InnovAge Colorado care teams and senior participants who advo...
02/07/2026

Overflowing with pride, inspiration, and gratitude for our InnovAge Colorado care teams and senior participants who advocated to protect senior care and support at the Colorado State Capitol this week. It was a true honor to receive a special tribute from Senate President James Coleman who recognized on the Senate floor, InnovAge and LeadingAge Colorado's "compassionate leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to Colorado's most vulnerable citizens..."

Our participants Sue and Joe shined, sharing the true impact of InnovAge and PACE with lawmakers who were moved by their genuine experiences and humble advocacy.

Thank you to LeadingAge Colorado for your continued dedication to helping seniors find the support and resources they need and for being a passionate force in capital halls, industry meetings, and community events.

And, big shoutouts to SVP Government Affairs Don Nelson, Colorado Market President Clint Lohr, Thornton Area Center Director Linda Whyte (who did an amazing job coordinating staff), Lakewood Center Director Kelly Swanson, Loveland Center Director Sandy Waldrip, as well as many center staff who also turned out io help advocate.

Last: our deepest thanks to Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera and House Majority Leader Monica Duncan for your steadfast support and for sharing your personal stories:

“I cared for my father, kept him in my own home, which is where he wanted to be until he was 101 years old. That experience shaped my understanding of how critical this work is, not just as policy, but as something that touches real lives, real families, and real communities,” said Colorado Lt. Gov Dianne Primavera.

“We want that sense of security for our seniors,” said Colorado House Majority Leader Rep. Monica Duran. “What you are doing is amazing and so important. We make laws that impact our senior population and by being here you are being a voice for them.”

We greatly appreciate the many other lawmakers and staff who offered their time and attention, including: Senate President James Coleman, Rep. Mandy Lindsay, Rep. Brianna Titone, Sen. Jessie Danielson, Rep. Tammy Story, Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, Rep. Karen McCormick, Rep. Lisa Feret, Rep. Jenny Willford, Sen. Scott Bright, Sen. Kyle Mullica, Sen. Dafna Jenet, Rep. Manny Rutinel, Sen. Robert Rodriquez, and Sen William Lindstedt. We appreciate and thank all of you for your support!



Read the full press release here: https://investor.innovage.com/news-releases/news-release-details/proven-senior-care-model-takes-center-stage-capitol

02/04/2026

Championing seniors extends far beyond InnovAge PACE centers. It means advocating throughout the communities we serve, all the way to the state legislature. At 2026 Capitol Day in Denver, we’re joining forces with LeadingAge Colorado for a day dedicated to meeting and talking with Colorado elected officials and policy makers.

“We want to show them the true value of PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly),” says Linda Whyte, Center Director at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Thornton. “Not just as a healthcare provider, but as the solution to reduce administrative burdens and also make access to this type of care accessible to all eligible Colorado seniors.”

Interviewed on FOX31 Great Day Colorado, Linda was asked how the program helps to save money for the state as well as taxpayers. “Because of the comprehensive, coordinated care, we’re able to significantly reduce ER visits and hospital stays,” she says. “We’re able to prevent a crisis before it happens.”

Participant Angie has seen a tremendous difference in her quality of life – as well as her independence as a senior who continues to live at home -- since she enrolled with InnovAge. “It was a nightmare trying to get to the doctor, and trying to get to your medicine. I couldn’t make friends, and kids had to take off work for every single thing,” she explains. “InnovAge just means everything. It’s just the best thing I’ve ever done.”

Stay tuned for updates from Linda and her team of colleagues and participants as they continue their dedicated advocacy efforts for seniors and their families, at the Colorado State Capitol and beyond.

We’re celebrating the pioneering spirit and compassionate care we see every day at InnovAge PACE and across the health c...
02/03/2026

We’re celebrating the pioneering spirit and compassionate care we see every day at InnovAge PACE and across the health care landscape. National Women Physicians Day gives us the opportunity to thank our invaluable medical professionals who set the standard for excellence and serve as role models for anyone who dreams of making a life-changing difference.

Among the many extraordinary women physicians on , Dr. Jessica Grimes is dedicated to providing high-quality senior care as Center Medical Director at InnovAge Colorado PACE - Denver Center. She completed her medical education and residency at St. Louis University, and strives to offer personalized treatment plans that prioritize the well-being of every participant.

Such care is only possible by building strong relationships, as Dr. Grimes explains. “I find working with this population very rewarding because I love getting to know my patients and hearing about their lives,” she says. “I try to focus on what is most important to them in order to meet their health needs.”

To Dr. Grimes and all of the physicians who make a positive impact on so many lives, we send our gratitude for everything you do, today and every day!

"Having friends and something worthwhile to get ready for is part of the prescription at InnovAge," says Adult Day Healt...
01/31/2026

"Having friends and something worthwhile to get ready for is part of the prescription at InnovAge," says Adult Day Health Center Manager Gina Shaw.

Deep gratitude for our thoughtful and caring activities and recreational teams, who are always looking for ways to help the seniors we serve and support. Our Pennypack team in Philadelphia shows us a sample of that – they organized a variety of fun, but also important efforts, including:

👉 A food drive that gave participants the opportunity to take home free groceries, with donations from Canada Dry and Philly Pretzel Company
👉 A blanket, hat and glove drive for the cold winter months
👉 A Pancakes and Pajamas party

It’s just a small slice of what our Pennypack team does for participants, year-round.

“We are determined to create enriching experiences for the seniors, offer free resources and support, and have the center be a place the staff and participants look forward to coming to every day.”

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