Bringing Comprehensive Senior Care Closer to Home Through Florida PACE Centers

The new Pembroke Pines facility expands access to coordinated healthcare, rehabilitation, and social support, helping older adults maintain their independence and quality of life

Pembroke Pines, Florida, 10 November 2026 – Access to reliable healthcare becomes increasingly important as people grow older. Many seniors require regular medical attention, rehabilitation, prescription management, and assistance with everyday activities. Coordinating these services can become difficult for older adults and their families, particularly when multiple healthcare providers are involved. Addressing this need, Florida PACE Centers at Miami Jewish Health has opened a new facility in Pembroke Pines, expanding access to comprehensive care and support services for eligible seniors across southern Broward County.

Opened on November 9, 2026, the new 15,000-square-foot facility is designed to bring different healthcare services together under one roof. It operates through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a healthcare model that supports older adults who qualify for nursing home-level care but can continue living safely in their homes and communities with appropriate assistance.

The PACE model focuses on understanding each participant's medical needs, daily challenges, and personal circumstances. Rather than treating healthcare as a collection of separate services, the program brings medical professionals and support teams together to develop coordinated care plans. Depending on individual needs, services can include primary and specialty care, prescription medications, meals, transportation, rehabilitation, and social activities.

The new Pembroke Pines center features a medical clinic, a fully equipped therapy room, and a spacious adult day health center. These facilities provide opportunities for seniors to receive medical attention, participate in rehabilitation, and engage in activities that support physical and social well-being. By bringing these services together, the center aims to make healthcare more accessible while reducing the challenges associated with visiting multiple locations.

Medical care at the facility is led by Dr. Edwardo Gonzalez, a geriatric medicine specialist with more than two decades of clinical and academic experience. His background includes a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at NYU School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center. His experience in senior healthcare supports the center's focus on addressing the complex medical needs of older adults.

According to Steve Hess, president of Florida PACE Centers, the program's impact extends beyond medical treatment. Social connections, meaningful activities, and a sense of belonging also contribute to how seniors experience their daily lives. The new facility creates additional opportunities for participants to interact with others, remain active, and build relationships within their community.

Florida PACE Centers at Miami Jewish Health operates the largest PACE program in Florida, with established locations across Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The Pembroke Pines expansion adds to its existing presence in Miami, Hialeah, Westchester, Kendall, and Miramar. The program generally serves adults aged 55 and older who live within its service areas and meet the required nursing home-level care criteria while being able to live safely in the community with support. Eligible participants with Medicaid or both Medicare and Medicaid may receive covered services without monthly costs.

As the need for senior healthcare and long-term support continues to grow, coordinated care models are becoming increasingly important. Florida PACE Centers' new facility represents a step toward making essential medical and social services more accessible. By combining healthcare, rehabilitation, and community engagement, the organization is helping older adults receive the support they need while continuing to live with dignity, independence, and connection.

• By Editorial Panel
• 11 Nov 2026