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National PACE Month: September Celebration at The PACE Place
September is recognized as National PACE Month, an annual observance led by the National PACE Association (NPA) to raise awareness about the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Since 2017, this month-long celebration has highlighted the importance of the PACE model, which helps older adults receive comprehensive care while remaining in their homes and communities.
This year’s theme, “Simplify Your Life: At Your PACE,” underscores how PACE programs streamline care by bringing medical, social, and support services together to enhance quality of life. At The PACE Place in Jacksonville, we are proud to support this mission by providing coordinated, person-centered care that empowers participants and eases the caregiving burden for families.
Located at 5450 Ramona Boulevard, The PACE Place was the first of its kind in North Florida. We serve individuals aged 55 and older who qualify for nursing home-level care but prefer to live independently in their own homes. Our program offers a wide range of services, including primary care, physical, occupational, and speech therapies, meals, counseling, recreational activities, transportation, and home-based support. A dedicated interdisciplinary team works together to develop customized care plans that meet each participant’s medical and personal needs. We are currently accepting new participants and welcome inquiries and referrals. Families and healthcare providers are encouraged to call us for more information.
PACE programs are designed to help seniors live safely at home while receiving the comprehensive care they need. Participants benefit from coordinated services, which reduce the risk of hospitalization and nursing home placement. Everything from doctor visits and medication management to transportation and social engagement is managed through one team, making life simpler and safer for participants and their caregivers.
In honor of National PACE Month, The PACE Place will be hosting a variety of events and initiatives throughout September. These include an open house for current participants, prospective participants, and referral partners, as well as team member spotlights to recognize the dedicated professionals behind our care model. Additionally, we have several appreciation days. We will also launch a social media campaign featuring participant testimonials and educational content and continue outreach efforts in partnership with senior centers and healthcare organizations in the Jacksonville area.
National PACE Month is a time to reflect on the value of compassionate, coordinated care for seniors. At The PACE Place, we are honored to be part of a movement that promotes dignity, independence, and simplicity in aging. We invite our community to join us in celebration, learn more about our work, and discover ways to get involved.
For more information about The PACE Place, visit us at 5450 Ramona Boulevard in Jacksonville, call 904-428-0400, or email Enrollments@ThePACEPlace.org. Join us in celebrating National PACE Month and discover how PACE can help simplify life for seniors and their families.
Alivia Care Welcomes DeAnna Beverly, DNP, MBA, MSN, as Chief Compliance and Quality Officer
April 8, 2025 (Jacksonville, Fla.) – Alivia Care is proud to announce the appointment of DeAnna Beverly, DNP, MBA, MSN, as the new Chief Compliance and Quality Officer. With more than 25 years of distinguished healthcare leadership experience, DeAnna brings deep expertise in quality assurance, patient safety, compliance, and hospice and palliative care operations to her new role at Alivia Care.
DeAnna holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership, a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration, and a Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Management. Throughout her career, she has made significant contributions to healthcare organizations, including serving as Vice President of Quality & Patient Safety at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville and Vice President of Operations at Haven Hospice.
In addition to her leadership in healthcare operations, DeAnna is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) and a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS). These certifications reflect her commitment to enhancing quality outcomes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of safety and reliability within healthcare settings.
"DeAnna's extensive leadership experience, combined with her passion for quality and patient-centered care, will greatly benefit Alivia Care as we continue to elevate our standards of service," said Susan Ponder-Stansel, CEO of Alivia Care, Inc. "We are thrilled to have DeAnna join our team and look forward to her contributions as we further our mission to provide exceptional care to patients and families."
DeAnna has also served as an adjunct professor in nursing leadership and management at the University of Central Florida, where she has shared her expertise and passion for advancing the next generation of healthcare leaders.
As Chief Compliance and Quality Officer, she will lead efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive quality improvement initiatives, and promote a safety culture at Alivia Care. Her appointment underscores the organization's commitment to delivering high-quality care while upholding the highest compliance and safety standards. Her leadership and dedication are expected to further strengthen the organization's ability to serve patients and families with compassion, integrity, and excellence.
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Alivia Care, Inc. is a 501c3 based in Jacksonville, Florida, whose mission is to provide leadership support to create innovative care solutions through best-in-class services, collaborative partnerships, and strategic investments. The strategic intent of Alivia Care, Inc. is to provide a structure that will support the expanded mission and vision of Community Hospice & Palliative Care and prepare it to respond to changes in care delivery and reimbursement for patients living with advanced or chronic illnesses. The structure of Alivia Care was also designed to support additional programs and services beyond hospice care that will fulfill its goal of serving more people in more places, to help them live better with advancing illness. For more information, go to www.AliviaCare.com. You can also find us on Facebook and LinkedIn.