10/21/2026
: PACE is growing across California, but access isn't evenly distributed.
California's PACE community has expanded significantly, yet many communities still do not have the same access to the model.
A new California Health Care Foundation explainer found that while PACE serves older adults across 28 California counties, 94% of the state's 124 PACE centers and alternative care sites are located in urban areas.
The report highlights an important part of California's PACE story: growth has been substantial, but geographic gaps remain, particularly in rural communities. Understanding where PACE is available, and where gaps persist, helps paint a fuller picture of the model's reach across California and where expansion is needed.
Explore the report and its statewide data: https://www.chcf.org/resource/2026/09/28/pace-in-california-a-growing-model-for-complex-care/