Center for Elders’ Independence celebrated a major milestone this summer—opening three new PACE centers throughout the East Bay. In three consecutive weeks, we were joined by participants, families, community members, elected officials and representatives, and community partners to officially open our doors in Livermore, El Sobrante, and Oakland communities. The Tri-Valley, West County and Temescal PACE Centers have the combined capacity to provide access and care to over 3,300 seniors, thereby doubling CEI’s ability to serve in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
Though each event honored the unique populations of these communities, all were united by the same goal: to provide compassionate support for older adults.
Three New Centers, One Big Community Celebration, More Capacity to Serve
See for yourself the incredible turnout, excitement, and community engagement that these grand openings brought:
CEI PACE Tri-Valley
CEI PACE Tri-Valley offers essential health care and social services for seniors living in Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore. This facility is CEI’s largest PACE center, at 23,000 square feet, the total census capacity is well over 1250 seniors accommodating over 200 seniors on a daily basis. Each center provides a variety of modern amenities such as eight medical exam rooms, a rehab gym, serving kitchen, computer lab, and mock apartment for occupational therapy.
“I love it. The workouts that I get are great, and the staff here is fantastic. They smile and laugh a lot.”
— Harry Carvalho, CEI PACE Tri-Valley Participant
“For seniors, it is very helpful and very hopeful. We can extend our life by joining CEI.”
— Ramesh Chander, CEI PACE Tri-Valley Participant
To learn more about the services and amenities offered at CEI PACE Tri-Valley, click here.
CEI PACE West County
At 19,700 square feet, CEI PACE West County will expand its maximum capacity to over 850 seniors and care for up to 150 participants daily. From treatment, exam, and behavioral health rooms to large dining and social activity spaces, seniors from west Contra Costa communities will find everything they need to stay healthy, active, and independent.
“I’ve been a participant at the Berkeley Center for over two years. Today is my first day here in West County, and I’m loving it. It’s much bigger, and I especially love the Quiet Room… I just love everything about it. And it’s closer to the house.”
— Lucretia Dunn, CEI PACE West County Participant
“Oh, I love it, because accessibility is a hundred percent better. Everything is handicap accessible, and enjoyable. And I can move around by myself.”
— Rose Usher, CEI PACE West County Participant
To learn more about the services and amenities offered at CEI PACE West County, click here.
CEI PACE Temescal
Located in the heart of the East Bay, CEI PACE Temescal expands access to well over 1,250 seniors living throughout Oakland and Berkeley. On a daily basis, up to 230 participants will enjoy all PACE services like physical and occupational therapy services in addition to an outdoor patio, library, dining room, and spacious social area in a beautiful 19,100 sq ft facility.
“This place is beautiful. It definitely reminds me of a place where you can come, spend time, and be comfortable.”
— Shannon Hendon, CEI PACE Temescal Participant
To learn more about the services and amenities offered at CEI PACE Temescal, click here.
With You Now and for Years to Come
CEI leadership has been clear—these new PACE centers aren’t just about expanding services. They’re for honoring the lives, resilience, and contributions of seniors in the East Bay.
“These centers are for every older adult in the community who wants to age with dignity, in the comfort of their own home. We are honored to serve you, proud to be part of this community, and excited for what lies ahead. Welcome home.”
— Maria Zamora, CEO, Center for Elders’ Independence
With each new opening, CEI renews its promise that older adults will not only receive care, but also experience joy, connection, and the dignity of choice.
Now that Temescal, Tri-Valley, and West County have opened their doors, participants are already shaping what these centers will mean in the years to come.
To learn more about CEI PACE, visit our PACE page or call (844) 319-1150.
