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Send me your feedback on this episode!Championing PACE: Comprehensive Care for the Elderly with Donna WilhelmIn this episode, Erin reconnects with Donna Wilhelm, Vice President for Advocacy and Government Relations for Trinity Health Continuing Care, to discuss the impactful PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Donna shares insights about her career shift into senior living services, her role in the PACE initiative, and the comprehensive support it offers for seniors and their caregivers, from medical care to everyday necessities like air conditioners and laundry. The conversation also covers the political challenges PACE faces, including the necessity to advocate for federal and state support to ensure its sustainability and expansion. Both Erin and Donna emphasize the critical need for programs like PACE to become mandatory, amid the growing demand for senior care solutions.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:38 Donna Wilhelm's Role and Background01:55 Overview of the PACE Program02:28 Eligibility and Services of PACE03:18 Financial Aspects and Risk Management05:17 Real-Life Examples and Impact06:46 Interdisciplinary Team and Care Approach08:22 Expansion and Advocacy for PACE15:53 Caregiver Support and Holistic Care18:52 Dementia Care in PACE20:37 Managing Expenses and Medicare Coverage21:34 Political Implications and Advocacy23:23 Medicaid Funding Challenges25:27 Potential Cuts and Their Impact27:22 The Importance of PACE35:16 Scalability and Future of PACE36:59 Conclusion and Call to Action Learn more about the 100% Leader here New ED's Playbook to Creating and IMpactful Community CultrueConnect with me on LinkedInFollow me on Facebook where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones.Follow me on Instagram where I educate, equip and empower family members how to proactively care for their elderly loved ones.Join my email list where I will lift you up, and send tactile advice weekly to support you to grow your experience in your senior living career.