DO YOU NEED FREE* SENIOR HEALTHCARE?
You Will Be Stronger, Healthier, Happier with Great Lakes PACE and our All-Inclusive Healthcare Services!
*Initial qualifiers: 55+, on Medicare, needing help with daily living (we’ll help you determine this).
How Great Lakes PACE Compares to MI Choice Waiver Program
| Great Lakes PACE | Medicaid Waiver | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose? | Provides comprehensive, all-in-one care to keep seniors living safely in their homes and communities. | Provides specific services to help people avoid institutional care (like nursing homes). |
| Funding? | Jointly funded by Medicare and Medicaid (and private pay if not Medicaid-eligible). | Funded entirely by Medicaid. |
| What is covered? | All medical and social services, including primary care, specialists, hospital care, prescriptions, therapies, transportation, adult day care, and long-term care. | Only the services listed in the specific waiver, such as home care, respite, meals, transportation, or personal assistance. |
| Out-of-pocket costs? | Usually $0 for those on both Medicare and Medicaid; private pay may apply otherwise. | Usually $0 for Medicaid-eligible participants. |
| Care coordination? | All-in-one team (doctors, nurses, social workers, therapists) coordinate care directly. | Coordination varies; often managed by a caseworker who refers to outside providers. |
| Care setting? | Combines PACE Day Center, in-home care, and medical clinic services. | Primarily in-home or community-based services from independent providers. |
| Primary goal? | Keep participants healthy and independent as long as possible with full medical oversight. | Provide supports that help people stay at home instead of entering nursing homes. |
| Best for… | Seniors who want comprehensive, coordinated medical and social care from one program. | Individuals who want some support services while keeping their own doctors and providers. |
Free* Senior Healthcare with Great Lakes PACE
Step 1: Apply Below
Start with a simple form.
Begin your application by completing the form below. You’ll be making NO commitments, just starting the process to see how we can help you improve your health and your quality of life so you can remain independent!
Step 2: We Do The Work
It’s an easy process for you!
One of our caring Intake Coordinators will contact you to collect all of the necessary information to get you enrolled. Then we’ll schedule a Home Visit to meet you in person and to help you determine what kinds of services would be most beneficial for you. Family is welcome to be involved in the process.
Step 3: Your Life Improves!
You deserve quality of life!
You will have a team of professionals who will know you by name, listen to your concerns and challenges, and care about helping to improve your quality of life!
Participant Success Stories
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10 Reasons People 55+ Choose Great Lakes PACE for Senior Healthcare:
Comprehensive Medical Care – Access to coordinated, high-quality medical, dental, and specialty care in one integrated system.
Reduced Hospitalizations – Continuous monitoring and preventive care help lower the risk of ER visits and hospital stays.
Stay Independent Longer – Supportive services allow participants to remain safely in their own homes and communities instead of moving to a nursing home.
Personalized Care Plan – Each participant receives a custom plan tailored to their health needs, goals, and preferences.
Social Connection and Engagement – Great Lakes PACE Day Center offers activities, meals, and social interaction that combat loneliness and isolation and instead promotes mental well-being for participants.
Family Relief and Support – Care coordination, respite services, and education ease the burden on family caregivers.
No Surprise Costs – Participants often pay little to nothing out of pocket, with Medicare and Medicaid covering most services.
Medication Management – All prescriptions are coordinated, delivered, and monitored to ensure safety and adherence.
Transportation Included – Safe, reliable rides to medical appointments, therapies, and the PACE Day Center are provided.
Whole-Person Wellness – Great Lakes PACE addresses physical, emotional, and social needs, improving quality of life and long-term health outcomes.
Erik
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“They take great care of me in the clinic. I benefit from the healing of the wounds on my ankle. What I like the most is that I don’t have to worry about paying for it in the end… it’s already included!”
Gail
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I love having all my physical and medical experts right on sight. No more waiting days for an appointment. I have made many new friends from going to the center 3 days a week. All the staff are caring people. They keep us healthy, well fed and entertained.
Darlene
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“My blood pressure is the best it’s ever been and the edema in my leg has improved greatly. Everybody is so nice here! And I’ve made new friends. Great Lakes PACE has helped my son feel better about me being by myself.”
