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Summit ElderCare recognizes "Older Americans Month"

The U.S. Administration on Aging has designated the month of May as “Older Americans Month.” Summit ElderCare, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, is recognizing this month by letting baby boomers know that there are new and unique services available to provide professional, caregiving services to elders in the community.

“Some family members supplement their loved one’s care by using professional caregivers,” says Karen Longo, Executive Director of Summit ElderCare. “Others turn to outside help for most care when logistics, geography, work schedules or escalating needs signal that it’s time for a change. Our organization gives peace-of-mind to baby boomers and their parents by providing the highest-quality of care, while maintaining the independence and dignity of the elders we serve. It’s a welcome alternative to a nursing home placement.”

For 44 years, the United States has honored older Americans during May. The theme for Older Americans Month 2007 is “Older Americans: Making Choices for a Healthier Future.” The U.S. Administration on Aging recommends individuals explore the following questions: What choices exist in our community to support elders who need assistance? What information is available to elders to support them making choices that will improve their health and quality of life? What activities are available to help them reduce their risk of disease, disability and injury?

“Here at Summit ElderCare, we’re proud to be professional caregivers in our community,” adds Longo. “Our Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly is a national model of care and meets the caregiving needs of hundreds of families throughout Worcester County, Marlborough and Hudson.”

Summit ElderCare is sponsored by Fallon Community Health Plan, and is one of six PACE programs in Massachusetts and more than 40 programs nationwide. Its locations include 277 E. Mountain St. in Worcester; 88 Masonic Home Road in Charlton; and opening in 2007, 55 Cinema Boulevard in Leominster.

About Summit ElderCare

Summit ElderCare is an insurance, medical care and social support program in one convenient package that includes: geriatric case management, home care, medical care prescription drugs and other services, when approved. Summit ElderCare is one of approximately 73 Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in the country, and the only one in Worcester County. Summit ElderCare operates 4 PACE adult day health centers which are located in Worcester, Charlton and Leominster. Since 1995, Summit ElderCare, sponsored by Fallon Community Health Plan, has served the needs of elders and their caregivers with its innovative and personalized approach to care.

About Fallon Community Health Plan

Founded in 1977, Fallon Community Health Plan is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care services organization. From traditional health insurance products available throughout Massachusetts for all populations, to innovative health care programs and services for seniors, FCHP supports the diverse and changing needs of all those it serves. FCHP has consistently ranked among the nation’s top health plans, and is the only health plan in Massachusetts to have been awarded “Excellent” accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for its HMO, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid products. For more information, visit www.fchp.org.