09/09/2025
September is ! A time to celebrate the heart and soul of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)—a model that empowers older adults to live independently with dignity, thanks to a seamless blend of medical care, social services, and compassionate support.
A Story of Compassion: Curtis Jenkins & the Elderhaus Team
This month, we’re not just honoring the program—we’re celebrating the people who make it extraordinary. One powerful example is Curtis Jenkins, a PACE participant whose living conditions were found to be dangerously compromised by mold.
What happened next was nothing short of inspiring.
🧤 Angela jumped in with gloves, a mask, and disinfectant.
📞 Sarah made urgent calls to skilled nursing facilities.
💡 The IDT team brainstormed solutions.
🚐 Transportation adjusted schedules.
🏥 The clinic prioritized Curtis’s health.
🎉 Activities staff lifted his spirits.
👕 Aides gathered clean clothes.
🏠 Therapy made a home visit.
🧡 Home Care began planning support.
🎁 Interns and staff donated items when Curtis couldn’t bring his own.
When Curtis learned he couldn’t take anything with him, he was heartbroken. But as he saw the outpouring of love and donations just for him, his face lit up with joy.
📺 Curtis Today: Settling In with a Smile
He’s thriving in his new space—especially now that both TVs are up and running! Staff shared that Curtis happily rolls from room to room, watching his favorite shows in comfort.
It’s a small detail, but a powerful reminder: teamwork and compassion restore dignity, joy, and hope.
🙏 Thank You, Team Elderhaus
To every staff member, intern, and care provider who leads with empathy—you are the reason PACE works. You are the reason our participants feel safe, supported, and loved.
