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The program is known nationally as the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). All of the PACE providers in Pennsylvania have the name ‘LIFE’ in their name. The first programs were implemented in Pennsylvania in 1998. > Learn more

Visit the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, the world leader in Alzheimer research and support and the first and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimer’s. > Learn more

It is the mission of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) to enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans. We fulfill that mission by providing for effective health and human services and fostering advances in medicine, public health, and social services. > Learn more

Trying to pay for long-term care can be a challenge. Navigating the complex system of eligibility requirements can be frustrating. You can also apply for and renew your benefits from the comfort of your home using COMPASS. > Learn more

These services are administered through county Mental Health and Developmental Services program offices. Most actual mental health services are delivered by local provider agencies under contract with county MH/DS offices. > Learn more

Pennsylvania provides many services for people who may need help in their day-to-day lives. These programs are offered through different state agencies and county organizations. The best place to learn about the programs that may be available to you a by visiting your local county assistance office (CAO). > Learn more

Pennsylvania is home to 35 licensed assisted living residences and more than 1,200 licensed personal care homes that serve more than 51,000 residents, including the elderly and disabled individuals who require assistance with day to day life but who do not need hospitalization or nursing home care. > Learn more

SUSPECT CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT? CALL CHILDLINE: 1-800-932-0313. The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ Office of Children, Youth, and Families’ vision is for all children and youth to grow up in a safe, loving, nurturing and permanent family and community. > Learn more

This article is designed to give tips to readers about how they can improve or augment actions in their life to have a healthy lifestyle; it is not meant to be all inclusive but will include major components that are considered to be parts of a lifestyle that lead to good health. > Learn more

As more individuals with IDD move into community settings, direct support professionals (DSPs) need to be familiar with these common medical conditions. > Learn more