Ohioans age 55 and older in Franklin and Summit counties now have access to the state’s Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), thanks to a recent expansion announced by the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA). This proven, person-centered model provides comprehensive medical, social, and personal care services for older adults who would otherwise require the level of care provided in a nursing facility.
PACE is currently available in Cuyahoga, Lorain, Franklin, and Summit counties, with further expansion planned in Ashtabula, Hamilton, Lucas, Mahoning, Montgomery, and Trumbull counties by early 2026. ODA estimates that more than 220,000 Ohioans could be eligible for the program, most of whom are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Private pay options are also available.
An interdisciplinary team works with families to determine eligibility and ensure participants receive care suited to their specific health and personal goals. For more information or to explore enrollment, visit Aging.Ohio.gov/PACE.