NPA Applauds Support of House VA Committee for Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act
August 3, 2023
The National PACE Association (NPA), which works to advance the efforts of Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), commended the committee for its action and Rep. Julia Brownley (D-CA-26), lead co-sponsor; Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI-1); Mike Bost (R-IL-12), chair; and Mark Takano (D-CA39), ranking member, for their strong leadership on expanding veterans’ access to PACE and home- and community-based services.
The House should pass this important bill soon, urged NPA, which has been advocating for its passage.
“There is a substantial, documented, mutually beneficial history regarding the use of PACE by certain eligible veterans,” NPA said in testimony last year. The PACE model of care was tested by the All-Inclusive Care Delivery Pilot and the Patient-Centered Alternatives to Institutional Extended Care Program. It was proven by the VA to have significant value in terms of outcomes and costs.
“Veterans were able to remain living safely in their homes, where they wanted to be, leading to increased veteran and family satisfaction,” NPA testified. “The quality of care and coordination with the VA were outstanding, and the cost of PACE care to the VA was less than a nursing home placement.”
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a report in 2021 comparing outcomes for dual-eligible beneficiaries in integrated care and found that PACE stood out as a consistently “high performer.” Full-benefit, dual-eligible PACE beneficiaries were significantly less likely to be hospitalized, to visit the emergency department, or to be institutionalized compared to regular Medicare Advantage enrollees.
A report by the Milken Institute outlining regulatory steps that could be taken to make PACE more accessible to middle-income families recommended PACE growth as a solution to the nation’s long-term care crisis. “Americans often underestimate the type and level of care they will need as they age, specifically the services and supports necessary to maintain the essential functions of daily life,” the report stated. “Central to PACE and its unique value proposition is the interdisciplinary team caring for each patient and the wrap-around services provided.”
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The National PACE Association (NPA) works to advance the efforts of PACE programs, which coordinate and provide preventive, primary, acute and long-term care services so older individuals can continue living in the community. The PACE model of care is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in the community whenever possible. For more information, visit www.NPAonline.org and follow @TweetNPA.
PACE Explainer
June 17, 2022
Learn more about PACE: PACE Explainer
Descubra más sobre PACE: Explicación del programa PACE
COVID-19 What Your Test Results Mean!
August 10, 2020
According to our Infection Control Nurse, this information is helpful to understand the meaning of the results, and how long these results are valid.
Que significan los resultados de su prueba
EP Rent Help Program Is Now Open!
August 6, 2020
The program, funded by the City of El Paso with funding from the federal CARES Act, will provide rental assistance to landlords on behalf of tenants who are at risk of eviction due to financial hardships caused by COVID-19.
Together We Remember. Together We Heal.
August 3, 2020
The lives of El Pasoans were forever changed by the August 3, 2019 tragedy.
As the one year anniversary since the tragedy that struck all our hearts approaches, we continue to mourn the loss of 23 of our community members and love and care for everyone affected.
A year later, we have seen that El Paso is stronger now than ever. Together, we can light a path toward long-term resiliency. We are #ElPasoStrong and together we heal.
The City of El Paso, El Paso County, and the El Paso United Family Resiliency Center are hosting different events over the next several days in honor and remembrance of August 3, 2019.
Remembering August 3, 2019
July 30, 2020
We are coming up on the one year anniversary since the tragedy that struck all our hearts and continues to mourn the loss of 23 of our community members and love and care for everyone affected.
A year later, we have seen that El Paso is stronger now than ever.
Together, we can light a path toward long-term resiliency. We are El Paso strong and together we heal. #LoveForElPaso
Dr. Cuauhtémoc Hurtado Appointed as new Medical Director!
July 20, 2020
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Cuauhtémoc Hurtado as the new Medical Director!
Paso del Norte Community Foundation Newsletter
June 25, 2020
Learn more about the Bridge Accelerator Program, how it was created and how it expands the participation of local companies as suppliers for large manufacturers
COVID-19 Update Information Hub, May 26 Update
May 26, 2020
COVID-19 Update Information Hub, May 26 Update
COVID-19 Drive-thru testing sites are now open
May 8, 2020
The City of El Paso partners with Walmart to expand COVID-19 testing.
El Paso Community Letter - Spanish
Case Numbers Continue Increasing, Residents Urged to Wear Face Coverings
May 6, 2020
Case Numbers Continue Increasing, Residents Urged to Wear Face Coverings
Elder Abuse Prevention Month!
May 5, 2020
Know the signs of adult abuse, neglect, and financial exploration and report it to Adult Protective Services.
COVID-19 Update: Positive Cases Reach Over One Thousand
May 5, 2020
COVID-19 Update: Positive Cases Reach Over One Thousand
Stay up to date with COVID-19 signs and symptons provided by the CDC
May 1, 2020
Bienvivir’s Infection Control RN, recommends to stay up to date with Coronavirus (COVID-19)signs and symptoms provided by the CDC.
This information is available at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html?deliveryName=USCDC_7_3-DM27152https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html?deliveryName=USCDC_7_3-DM27152
City Reports 3 Deaths, Amends Directives and Expands Testing
May 1, 2020
City Reports 3 Deaths, Amends Directives and Expands Testing
Recovery Numbers Rising, Vulnerable Residents Still at Risk
April 27, 2020
Recovery Numbers Rising, Vulnerable Residents Still at Risk
Stay up to date with Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information and Resources provided by The City of El Paso Public Health Department.
April 27, 2020
Bienvivir’s Infection Control RN, recommends to stay up to date with Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information and Resources provided by The City of El Paso Public Health Department. Learn how to stop the spread, symptoms, prevention tips, and what to do if you get sick, closures & special hours are also available. This information is available at: epstrong.org
See how to social distance in your space!
April 21, 2020
Social distancing is the best tool we have to slow the coronavirus outbreak. Augmented reality shows how social distance guidelines can apply in real life and the importance of using a face mask. Augmented reality experience is available on newer iPhones and iPads.
Coronavirus in El Paso: Case total reaches 451, one new death reported
April 16, 2020
Coronavirus in El Paso: Case total reaches 451, one new death reported
COVID-19 Update El Paso Identifies Additional COVID-19 Cases
March 31, 2020
COVID-19Update_El_Paso_Identifies_Additional_COVID-19_Cases.pdf
An Important Message from City Representative
March 30, 2020
An_Important_Message_from_City_Representative_Henry_Rivera__District_7.pdf
Department of Public Health - Drive Thru Open for Seniors 65 years of age and older.
March 30, 2020
COVID_19_Drive_Thru_Open_for_65_Years_of_age_or_older.pdf
COVID_19Drive_Thru_Open_for_65_Years_of_age_or_older_SPANISH.pdf
City Urges Public to avoid Playground and Workout Equipment at City Parks
March 30, 2020
City_Urges_Public_to_avoid_Playground_and_Workout_Equipment_at_City_Parks.pdf
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Specimen Collection Moves into Phase II Seniors with Symptoms Targeted
March 27, 2020
Drive-Thru_COVID-19_Specimen_Collection_Moves_into_Phase_II.pdf
Important Message from City Representative
March 23, 2020
Important_Message_from_City_Representative.pdf
COVID-19 Update- More Local Cases, Gov. Abbott Issues Executive Order
March 19, 2020
COVID-19_Update-_More_Local_Cases__Gov._Abbott_Issues_Executive_Order.pdf
The new coronavirus may not show signs of infection for many days. How can you know if you are infected?
March 19, 2020
The new coronavirus may not show signs of infection for many days.
How can you know if you are infected?
By the time you have a fever and/or cough and go to the hospital, the lung is usually 50% fibrosis.
Experts provide a simple self-check that we can do every morning: Take a deep breath and hold it for more than 10 seconds. If you do this successfully without coughing, without discomfort, stiffness or tightness, there is no fibrosis in the lungs; it basically indicates no infection. In critical times, please self-check every morning in an environment with clean air.
Serious excellent advice by doctors treating COVID-19 cases: • Everyone should ensure your mouth & throat are moist, never dry.
• Take a few sips of water every 15 minutes at least. Why?
• Even if the virus gets into your mouth, drinking water or other liquids will wash them down through your throat and into the stomach.
• Once there, your stomach acid will kill all the virus.
• If you don’t drink enough water regularly, the virus can enter your windpipe and then the lungs. That’s very dangerous. Please send and share this with family and friends. Take care everyone and may the world recover from this Coronavirus soon.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - CORONAVIRUS:
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If you have a runny nose and sputum, you have a common cold.
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Coronavirus pneumonia is a dry cough with no runny nose.
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This new virus is not heat-resistant and will be killed by a temperature of just 26/27 degrees C. (About 77 degrees F.) It hates the Sun.
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If someone sneezes with it, it goes about 10 feet before it drops to the ground and is no longer airborne.
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If it drops on a metal surface it will live for at least 12 hours - so if you come into contact with any metal surface, wash your hands as soon as you can with a bacterial soap.
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On fabric, it can survive for 6-12 hours. normal laundry detergent will kill it.
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Drinking warm water is effective for all viruses. Try not to drink liquids with ice.
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Wash your hands frequently as the virus can only live on your hands for 5-10 minutes, but - a lot can happen during that time - you can rub your eyes, pick your nose unwittingly and so on.
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You should also gargle as prevention. A simple solution of salt in warm water will suffice.
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Can’t emphasize enough - drink plenty of water!
THE SYMPTOMS:
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It will first infect the throat, so you’ll have a sore throat lasting 3/4 days.
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The virus then blends into a nasal fluid that enters the trachea and then the lungs, causing pneumonia. This takes about 5/6 days further.
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With pneumonia comes high fever and difficulty in breathing.
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The nasal congestion is not like the normal kind. You feel like you’re drowning. It’s imperative you then seek immediate attention.
Gerry McDougall, Principal, Personalized Medicine and Health Sciences for PwC is Carson Leslie Foundation Board Chairman.
The Paso del Norte Foundation has established the COVID-19 Response Fund
March 19, 2020
Paso_del_Norte_Foundation_has_established_the_COVID-19_Response_Fund.pdf
COVID-19 Update- City Facility Closures, Messages from EPE & EPWU
March 19, 2020
COVID-19Update-_City_Facility_Closures__Messages_from_EPE__EPWU.pdf
Social Security News Release
March 18, 2020
Online Services Remain Available
News_Release_-_Social_Security.pdf
COVID-19 Update- Health Authority Orders, Court Cancellations + more!
March 18, 2020
COVID-19Update-_Health_Authority_Orders__Court_Cancellations__more!.pdf
A Message from MCA Foundation
March 17, 2020
A_Message_from_MCA_Foundation_President_Emma_W._Schwartz.pdf
>Message from Rosemary Castillo, CEO of Bienvivir All-Inclusive Senior Health
August 9, 2019
Message_from_Rosemary_Castillo_for_Website_080719.pdf
¡Usted puede cambiar su vida!
February 27, 2019
Clases de Prevención de Diabetes ¡Gratis!
Este programa consiste de:
•Un plan aprobado por CDC
•Desarrollo de habilidades para perder peso, ser físicamente más activo y reducir el estrés
•El apoyo de otros participantes con las mismas metas
•16 sesiones semanales
•1 sesión de seguimiento al mes durante seis meses
•Programa en inglés y en español
Para más información contacte:
Jennica Zubiate- Diabetes Program Coordinator Email: Jennica.Zubiate@bienvivir.org
Teléfono: (915) 562-3444 Ext: 5045
You can make a change for Life!
June 22, 2018
FREE DIABETES PREVENTION CLASSES!
The program provides:
•A CDC-approved curriculum
•Skills you need to lose weight, be more physically active, and manage stress.
•Support from other individuals who have the same goals as you.
•16 weekly sessions.
•6 month follow- up sessions.
•Program offered in English and Spanish.
For more information contact:
Jennica Zubiate- Diabetes Program Coordinator Email: Jennica.Zubiate@bienvivir.org
Phone: (915) 562-3444 Ext: 5045
CLASSES STARTING NOW!
National Social Work Month
March 19, 2018
National Social Work Month
By Arnold Naves, S.M.A
In March of each year, Social workers throughout the nation celebrate National Social Work Month (NSWM) in acknowledgement for the contribution of social workers for our society.
Social Work is an aiding profession; their main objective is to improve society’s overall well-being, especially for the most vulnerable populations. ”I became a social worker because I feel there is a lot of injustice in the world. I know I can’t change it, but at least I can help make it better and help our vulnerable populations especially the elderly.” – Lily Velasquez, Social work Manager at Bienvivir.
Social workers concentrate on the person’s environment and emphasis on social justice. They examine their relationships, internal struggles as an individual, family history, community environment and structures or policies that affect them in order to identifying ways to overcome a challenge. Social workers work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, etc.
Social Work roles at Bienvivir
Social works begins with a file on a new participant, after reviewing the document social workers visits the participants’ home to determine if they live in a safely environment. Defining who lives with the participant and what kind of connection they have with them, establishing who is involved with the participant’s care or if they live on their own.
If the participant lives on his own and are between 80 and 90 years old, then social workers have to find guardianship for them, the main purpose is to help them with daily activities such as paying bills or calling Adult Protective Services (APS) for them to be involved.
After identifying the family members, friends and/or neighbors that are involved with the participant, there is a meeting set up to discuss who is going to be involved with the participants care. Participants can assign someone to make decisions for them if they have capacity to do so.
If the participant lacks capacity to make decisions for themselves, then a family member or their guardian can assist with every decision they have to make and help communicating medical terminology. In addition, they will receive instructions on how to give the participant their medications.
In case of a terminal disease, the social worker communicates with the family and inform them that there is a medical update. A conference is schedule with all the participant’s family, neighbors, friends or guardian who are involved with their care. The participant’s doctor, nurse and social worker provides the medical update in the conference.
The Comfort Care and End of Life Services program is explained to provide end of life medical care and emotional support to the participant and the participant’s family, friends and/or guardian. Social workers educate and assist with establishing health care wishes (Out of Hospital Do Not Resuscitate, Medical Power of Attorney and/or Living Will).
Social workers within Bienvivir work as roots between the participant and his family. One of the most vital jobs within our organization, we would like to thank each and every one of our Social Workers who act not only as voice for participants who can’t be heard, but are responsible for meeting our participants rights with dignity, compassion, and confidentiality.
