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Healthcare Worker Administering Flu Shot To Older Adult

Flu Prevention in Older Adults

October 8, 2021InnovAge

Take necessary precautions to help keep older adults healthy during flu season.

Role of PACE Physicians

October 4, 2021InnovAge

Learn more here about the unique role of physicians within PACE and how it's different than in other healthcare environments.

Young Woman Embracing Older Woman In A Hug

Working through Grief and Loss

August 30, 2021InnovAge

InnovAge Director of Chaplain Services Kelly Crabbe provides a few tips on how to cope with the loss of a loved one.

Three Members Of InnovAge Clinical Staff Standing And Smiling

Tracking Quality Care

August 20, 2021InnovAge

Read about PACE's quality metrics and what their outcomes mean for both participants and caregivers.

InnovAge Participant And Caregiver Smiling

PACE Provides Relief to Caregivers

July 21, 2021InnovAge

Learn how the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, or PACE, can help relieve financial challenges most caregivers face.

Serving LGBTQ+ Seniors through PACE

July 7, 2021InnovAge

The LGBTQ+ senior population is growing. Learn more on what this means for healthcare and caregiving.

Serving Aging Veterans

May 26, 2021InnovAge

Older veterans have access to the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) as part of their VA benefits.

Woman And Man Social Workers Sitting And Reviewing Charts

Meet an InnovAge Social Worker

April 12, 2021InnovAge

Justin, InnovAge social worker, shares his perspective on how he ensures InnovAge participants are safe and secure.

InnovAge Employee And Participants Smiling

Kindness Counts

April 6, 2021Kelly Crabbe

InnovAge Director of Spiritual Services Kelly Crabbe discusses the impact kindness can have on those around us.

Older Female Adult Sleeping Next To Alarm Clock

Adjusting to the Clock

March 12, 2021InnovAge

Daylight Saving Time can be a difficult adjustment for older adults. Luckily, there are steps that can be taken to help them transition to these changes.

InnovAge Employee Putting Together Care Kit, Participant Smiling, Healthcare Heroes Smiling (Collage)

Reflections of Gratitude

December 21, 2020Maureen Hewitt

In a special holiday message, InnovAge’s Maureen Hewitt reflects on the challenges and triumphs of the past year.

Caregiver and Care Recipient Gift Giving Guide

December 17, 2020InnovAge

Finding the right gift for older adults and caregivers can be difficult. Here are a few ideas that they will love.

Older Male Adult Smiling Into Bathroom Mirror

Maintaining a Healthy Bladder

December 1, 2020InnovAge

As adults age, changes to the bladder may require additional maintenance.

Provider Giving Senior A Medical Examination

Costs of Care

November 17, 2020InnovAge

Medicare recipients’ highest healthcare expenses include dental bills, prescription drugs, hospital bills, and doctor bills.

Older Adult Receiving Lymphedema Care On Hand And Arm

Treating Lymphedema

November 3, 2020InnovAge

Lymphedema is a unique condition that needs specialized, ongoing treatments from trained therapists.

Healthcare Professional And Senior Hands

Providing Comfort, Care, and More

October 26, 2020InnovAge

Palliative care focuses on quality of life for those battling chronic illnesses. Read how InnovAge has expanded their program to help both seniors and family members throughout this process.

Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease

October 7, 2020InnovAge

Learn more about Alzheimer's disease including risk factors, symptoms, and the benefits of early detection.

Staying Socially Connected

September 17, 2020InnovAge

Learn how seniors can stay socially active despite having to stay socially distant.

Healthcare Professional Administering Vaccine

The Other Vaccine: Pneumonia

September 10, 2020InnovAge

The lung infection can be particularly dangerous for those over 65. Learn more in our latest post.

Helping Americans Battle Serious Illnesses

August 20, 2020AHIP

There is no single definition of what constitutes a "serious illness," but there is no doubt that it raises serious challenges for patients, loved ones, and providers.

Healing Wounds, Saving Lives

August 5, 2020InnovAge

Learn what wound care management looks like for older adults.

Caregivers Find Support in PACE

July 14, 2020InnovAge

Caregiving for a family member brings challenges that can be difficult when faced alone. Robert and Janet share their stories about how PACE has helped care for her their family members.

Helping Men Stay Healthy

June 29, 2020InnovAge

Regular doctor visits can help men live longer and prevent disease.

Staying Hydrated as the Temperature Rises

June 23, 2020InnovAge

As the temperature rises during the summer, be sure to check in with older loved ones to make sure they're staying hydrated.

Spousal Caregiving and the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Caregiving for your Spouse

April 30, 2020InnovAge

Caregiving for a spouse brings different challenges than caring for an older loved one. Linda shares her story about how PACE has helped care for her husband Larry.

Hearing Loss May Point to Other Health Issues

February 12, 2020InnovAge

Hearing loss is common as we age, but it can also be related to other health conditions and can impact quality of life. Regular health screenings and tests can help identify issues.

Three Tips to Avoid Falls at Home

December 3, 2019InnovAge

Falls can lead to serious injuries for older adults. Read three tips to make your home safer.

Meet Jim, Tina, and Arthur

November 27, 2019InnovAge

Three new faces in InnovAge ads portray real participants in InnovAge PACE | LIFE.

InnovAge and NewCourtland Celebrate New Senior Complex in East Falls Neighborhood

October 8, 2019InnovAge

InnovAge and NewCourtland Senior Services celebrated the grand opening of InnovAge's Pennsylvania LIFE - Henry Avenue Center and NewCourtland's Apartments.

InnovAge Recognized for Placing Patients at the Forefront of Care

September 30, 2019InnovAge

InnovAge has been recognized for delivering quality, patient-centered care by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

Praise for PACE

September 19, 2019InnovAge

InnovAge participants and their families share their thoughts about PACE.

Raising Awareness of PACE

September 16, 2019InnovAge

InnovAge staff connected with federal, state, and local policymakers at this year's Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) annual conference.

Diverse Activities for Diverse Seniors

September 6, 2019InnovAge

Participants at InnovAge come from different backgrounds and communities. At InnovAge, our employees come up with unique ways to keep participants engaged.