09/01/2026
PACE of Southwest Michigan had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Pat Moody as he went behind the scenes to learn more about how the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) works.
Pat was joined by Paula Shimulunas, Director of Clinical Operations, and Valerie Ryder, a family caregiver who has experienced firsthand the difference PACE can make.
Paula shared how our interdisciplinary team works together to provide comprehensive care and support, including our full-service clinic and primary care, transportation, home care, day center, pharmacy, therapy, spiritual care, and so much more. She also explained who may qualify for PACE and how easy the enrollment process can be.
Valerie shared her personal experience of walking into her first care meeting as the new guardian of her brother and his wife. What started as an overwhelming experience quickly became one of relief, knowing that she had an entire team of professionals standing beside her and helping support her family.
💙 That is what PACE is all about — supporting our participants, their families, and caregivers while helping older adults remain independent and safely living in their own homes.
If someone in your life is 55 or older, lives in Berrien County or parts of Cass or Van Buren County, and could benefit from the comprehensive services PACE provides, we would love to connect with you!
🌐 Learn more at paceswmi.org or stop by and visit us at one of our locations in St. Joseph or Niles.
A HUGE thank you to Pat Moody and the entire team for coming to visit our site and for giving us the opportunity to share more about our amazing PACE program and the difference we make in the lives of those we serve! 💙
