Care Resources PACE

03/09/2026

In addition to our day centers in Grand Rapids and Lowell, we service participants through an extensive in-home support program.

Our home care team includes 11 nurses and 27 aides, who visit 200 participant homes per month in five different counties. In 2025, the home care team spent 69,538 hours assisting with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, shopping and more.

Know an individual 55 years or older who could benefit from in-home support and other services? Give us a call at 800.610.6299 to talk with our team.

03/05/2026

Our “Recognize, Inspire, Shine, Exceed the Limits” Committee has announced the next recipient of the RISE Above Award. Please join us in recognizing Social Worker Ashley Paxson!

Ashley consistently goes above and beyond in her work with participants. She demonstrated exceptional dedication by spending more than two hours at Homewards providing staff support, collaborating with family members and de-escalating a challenging situation to ensure the participant’s safety. Her commitment to participant well-being is evident, and she actively supports staff to achieve the best possible outcomes.

In addition, Ashley has shown outstanding ongoing support to a participant through a bed bug situation and numerous other challenges. She responds to frequent daily phone calls and makes herself available for in-person visits whenever needed, often on short notice. Her dedication, compassion and positive demeanor – including her warm and uplifting sense of humor – have a meaningful impact on both participants and colleagues.

She consistently takes extra steps to ensure participants’ needs are met, investing significant time in counseling, problem-solving and navigating complex situations. Ashley manages a high level of case complexity while remaining a reliable and valued support to her team. Her ability to assist Spanish-speaking participants further enhances the quality and accessibility of the services she provides. Thanks for all you do, Ashley!

For more information about our David West RISE Above Award and past recipients, visit https://careresources.org/care-resources-rise-recipients/.

03/02/2026

This Social Work Month, we’d like to recognize social workers at Care Resources as fierce advocates, helping uplift, defend and transform the lives of our participants.

Social workers are essential to our holistic approach to care by addressing social-emotional needs through mental health support and coordination of services. Our team connects participants with resources for everything from housing, financial support and legal aid to food, clothes and other essentials.

02/27/2026

A few more photos from a CD craft we did in Grand Rapids this month.

02/27/2026

We had a lovely February at Care Resources! We enjoyed a visit from the AARP , various Valentine’s Day activities, a calming time with dogs and educational programs, among many other activities.

02/27/2026

Pat has always been captivated by the iconic Oscar Mayer Weinermobile. She remembers telling her mother as a young child she wanted to “really see that thing” up close one day.

With Wish of a Lifetime, we were able to help make her long-treasured dream come true. Surrounded by loved ones, Pat got an up-close look at the giant traveling hot dog that brings tremendous joy wherever it goes before hopping inside for an exclusive tour of Grand Rapids.

Pat, a Care Resources PACE participant of nine years, was connected with , a charitable affiliate of the AARP, after sharing her passion with her social worker Kelsey. We have Kelsey to thank for reaching out to AARP to share Pat’s story. It’s what led to her being selected for a wish this year!

Read more about the experience on our website at https://careresources.org/pats-wish-of-a-lifetime-riding-in-the-iconic-weinermobile/. For more information about Wish of a Lifetime’s inspiring mission, visit WishOfALifetime.org.

02/26/2026

We appreciated having Pastor Chase Rashad Stancle in our Grand Rapids day center yesterday as our special guest for Black History Month. He sang hymns and played the piano. His presentation titled, "Our History 2026: The Black Church,” included themes of healing, hope and racial reconciliation. Thank you again, Pastor Chase Rashad!

02/24/2026

"Doorway to Senior Independence” is now on display in northeast Grand Rapids!

Our new billboards reflect what we do every day: partner with older adults and their loved ones on personalized care plans and provide comprehensive services that support health and independence — helping prevent nursing home placement.

Through our primary care clinic, day center, home care and partnerships with trusted community providers, our dedicated team collaborates to ensure every detail of care is aligned. The result is thoughtful, head-to-toe support that empowers participants to live fully and independently in our community.

02/23/2026

Did you know PACE is both a health provider and insurer? This allows for faster, more personalized care because our team directly authorizes and arranges for all services, tests, medications and supplies under one coordinated system. To learn more, call 800.610.6299.

02/20/2026

🎉 2025 was a wonderful year for Care Resources!

In addition to opening our second center, we:
- served 492 participants
- provided 40,890 meals
- planned 6,904 activities
- gave 53,450 transport trips
- delivered 69,538 home care hours

It takes a lot of caring hearts and helping hands to serve nearly 500 participants in a year. We’re fortunate to have such a well-rounded team whose dedication and collaboration translate to exceptional year-round care.

02/18/2026

Primary care is an essential service provided under the PACE model of care. Participants get access to our full-service medical clinic, where they’re seen within minutes for doctor visits, nursing services, preventative care and so much more. Call 800.610.6299 or visit CareResources.org to learn more.

02/16/2026

It’s well-known exercise and nutrition are cornerstones of good health. For older adults, reliable transportation is just as essential. Learn why in this month’s article on Lowell's First Look.

Care Resources PACE explains this month how access to transportation connects to health outcomes for older adults.