Center for Elders' Independence

Center for Elders' Independence PACE senior healthcare plan serving San Francisco East Bay residents. We keep seniors living at home

Center for Elders' Independence (CEI) is a non-profit health plan that's been serving the San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years, providing the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to seniors age 55 and older who prefer not to move into a nursing home but whose health problems make it impossible for them to stay at home without the help of caregivers. PACE is a nationally recognized model of long-term care that offers a broad range of medical, social, and day health services in home-based and community-based settings. CEI's mission statement is to provide high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, which promote autonomy, quality of life, and the ability of individuals to live in their communities. The Fund for Elders' Independence (FEI) is a foundation supporting the work of the Center for Elders' Independence.

Happy Chinese New Year! Participants at Temescal PACE in Oakland welcomed a vibrant lion dance troupe Toishan Benevolenc...
02/19/2026

Happy Chinese New Year! Participants at Temescal PACE in Oakland welcomed a vibrant lion dance troupe Toishan Benevolence Association - bringing the excitement and joy of Lunar New Year directly to the seniors who may not be able to attend community parades.

Nearly 26% of CEI participants speak Cantonese or Mandarin as their primary language, and many more come from Asian cultures that celebrate the Lunar New Year, including Filipino and Vietnamese. Creating celebrations that honor heritage is one of the many ways CEI works to ensure everyone feels seen and celebrated.

February is Self-Love Month—a reminder that emotional well-being is essential at every age. For older adults, staying so...
02/19/2026

February is Self-Love Month—a reminder that emotional well-being is essential at every age. For older adults, staying socially connected supports brain health, reduces stress, and improves overall quality of life. At Centers for Elders Independence, we encourage small, meaningful acts of self-love—from staying engaged in activities to reaching out and building community.

Visit elders.org to learn more about how CEI helps you take care of yourself!

02/14/2026

At CEI, celebrating Valentine’s Day with the seniors is all about celebrating connection. Today at PACE Temescal, participants celebrated by voting for their King and Queen of Hearts—honoring peers whose friendships have blossomed through the program.

The joyful moment was more than a holiday activity; it was a reflection of what makes the PACE model so powerful. Through daily opportunities for socialization, shared meals, and meaningful engagement, CEI participants continue to build peer relationships that support emotional well-being and whole-person health.

At CEI, independence doesn’t happen in isolation—it grows in community. Moments like these show that when seniors stay connected, hearts stay full.

Happy Valentine's Day from CEI!

This Valentine’s Day, CEI PACE participants are sharing love advice. With decades of experience, they remind us that las...
02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, CEI PACE participants are sharing love advice. With decades of experience, they remind us that lasting love is built on patience, kindness, forgiveness, and connection.

Visit elders.org to see how CEI can support you and your loved ones!

This Black History Month, we honor the lived experiences, wisdom, and contributions of Black community members. At CEI, ...
02/12/2026

This Black History Month, we honor the lived experiences, wisdom, and contributions of Black community members. At CEI, we're proud to uplift their stories and reflect on the lessons they continue to share—rooted in resilience, service, and care for one another. Their voices remind us that history lives on through community and connection.

Visit elders.org to become part of a community that celebrates you for who you are.

Giving back makes a meaningful difference for older adults, whether through volunteering, donating, checking in, or simp...
02/03/2026

Giving back makes a meaningful difference for older adults, whether through volunteering, donating, checking in, or simply staying connected.

At CEI, every act of kindness helps seniors feel supported, valued, and part of a caring community. Through year-round fundraisers and donation initiatives, including our Coat Drive, we stay connected to our mission of supporting and uplifting the older adults we serve.

For more information visit https://cei.elders.org/

01/30/2026

Game on! CEI Participants Visit the Pacific Pinball Museum.

CEI participants took a field trip to this Alameda landmark for a day of fun and friendly competition. PACE transportation vans made it easy—bringing participants to and from the museum safely and comfortably. Socialization is a vital part of whole-person wellness, and moments like these show that joy and community matter at every age.

👉 For more information about CEI and PACE, visit elders.org

01/28/2026

Your health, your needs, your care. See how CEI’s personalized services support every step of aging with dignity. Visit elders.org for more information.

01/21/2026

We're starting the year with goals, gratitude, and community! We loved hearing our participants’ New Year’s resolutions and what they’re looking forward to in the months ahead.

Learn more about CEI here: https://cei.elders.org/about

Know a senior who could use extra support to stay healthy and independent? A referral to Centers for Elders’ Independenc...
01/20/2026

Know a senior who could use extra support to stay healthy and independent? A referral to Centers for Elders’ Independence connects them to comprehensive care, community, and peace of mind—all in one place.

Learn more at elders.org!

Cooler days don’t have to mean being isolated. Staying social—through activities, calls with loved ones, and community p...
01/12/2026

Cooler days don’t have to mean being isolated. Staying social—through activities, calls with loved ones, and community programs—supports both mental and physical health all winter long.

Check out these tips for how to stay connected this season!

01/05/2026

As we say hello to 2026, we’re taking a moment to look back on an extraordinary year at CEI. From opening three new PACE Centers to welcoming more seniors into our care, 2025 was filled with growth, connection, and meaningful impact.

Here’s to the moments that shaped us.

We’re deeply grateful to every CEI team member, donor, volunteer, community partner, and advocate who made this work possible—and proud of all we accomplished together in 2025!

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510 17th Street
Oakland, CA
94612

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(844) 319-1150

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