Frequently Asked Questions
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Program payment is determined based on Medicare and Medicaid eligibility. Typically, services are free to those who qualify for Medicare and Medicaid, but some participants are required to pay monthly fees if they are over income or asset limits determined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
Many participants are enrolled in Medicare and qualify for Medicaid. You are likely eligible for this program if you:
- Are 55 or older.
- Live in the service care area.
- Are certified by the state at a nursing home level of care.
- Have been assessed by our care team and can live safely in the community with our helpful services.
Yes. The focus of every PACE organization is to help you live in the community for as long as possible. To meet this goal, PACE programs focus on preventive care.
Each participant's individualized care plan will provide services and support in the home and community, as needed. Visits at home from your nurse, provider, or therapist may be added to your care plan, if needed.
We'll provide transportation to and from our LIFE Centers and to and from appointments scheduled by LIFE in your community.
Participants at Saint Francis LIFE must receive care from our program's care team and through our network of providers. You will need to see our primary care provider, but your specialists may be a part of our network. Our team will let you know what specialists you can see when you begin the enrollment process.
Participants are picked up by our LIFE transportation and brought to the Centers in the morning. You'll have breakfast with other participants. You may see your doctor or nurse if you have an appointment in the clinic. You might also see your physical therapist or occupational therapist. Participants can enjoy a wide range of activities and groups at the Centers. You'll have a healthy lunch, and transportation will bring you back home in the afternoon.