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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) this week celebrated two important milestones for improving long-term care for seniors in southeast Michigan – the expansion of the Huron Valley PACE facility in Ypsilanti and the grand opening of a new PACE Southeast Michigan facility in Dearborn. PACE, which stands for Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, helps older adults live independently at home by providing comprehensive health care and support services for seniors all in one place.

“PACE has been an important part of our community for many years, and these expansions in Ypsilanti and Dearborn will help them continue their work as national leaders in long-term care,” said Dingell. “With 10,000 Americans turning 65 every day, it is critical that we have support systems in place to ensure seniors can live independently – with the highest quality of life – for the longest time possible, while continuing to be active, contributing members of their communities. PACE represents a high quality, efficient and effective way to provide long-term care for people who need it, and these expansions allow more seniors to access the high quality care the program provides. I will continue working to protect and expand Medicare and Medicaid, which support this critical program, and ensure we have the resources necessary to improve long-term care in this country.” 

Dingell is committed to working in Congress to find innovative solutions that bring the long-term health care system into the 21st century. The first bill she introduced, the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act, helps solve one piece of the puzzle by expanding Medicare to cover hearing aids and exams. This month, Dingell also introduced the EMPOWER and Care Act to help seniors and those with disabilities receive long-term services and supports in their homes and communities by reauthorizing the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Demonstration Program. For more information, please click here.