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“The program does for me
what I can no longer do for
myself. It helps me to remain
independent.”
Keeping the Pace
Mercy LIFE Aims to Improve Seniors’ Overall Wellness
By Mercy LIFE
Mercy LIFE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care
for the Elderly (PACE). We meet you where
you are and help you feel better, live safer,
and stay connected to what you love.
When you join Mercy LIFE, we know our
participants by name; you are more than a number.
Our team of healthcare providers will meet with you
to discover your goals and create an individualized
care plan, keeping you at the center of your
healthcare decisions.
What Makes Mercy LIFE Different?
The wrap-around care allows you and your loved
ones to rest easy and experience peace of mind. A
driver from our team is available to help participants
get to and from our center and other medical
appointments. Our center serves as a one-stop
shop, with physical and occupational therapists,
skilled nurses, primary care, nutritional planning
with dietitians, and fun activities with our recreation
therapy department. You can receive all your care
under one roof.
Our team might decide home care visits are
best for you. In addition to our medical and social
support services, home care can help with daily
tasks such as bathing, getting dressed, and light
housekeeping. Our goal is to keep you living
at home as long as possible, while helping you
maintain your independence.
What Do Seniors and Caregivers Say
About Mercy LIFE?
“I love, most of all, when I am not feeling good,
I can call them, and they will set up time for me
to come into the clinic. They don’t make you wait
long
—
sometimes they can get me in the same day
or the very next day. They find out what is going
on, and if they can’t help me, they will send me to
a doctor who can help. It makes me feel good I can
get the help I need.” —Carolyn M.
“We have hospitals and all the doctors, but it’s
different when you have one number to call, and
they help you make decisions on what to do next.”
—Lisa D.
“I have seen a lift in my husband’s spirits and in
improvement in his health. I would recommend it
to other people. He can do a few things they have
taught him to do on his own, and it’s helpful to me,
giving me a break as a caregiver.” —Margaret K.
“The program does for me what I can no longer
do for myself. It helps me to remain independent. I
can’t come and go as I used to. The program comes,
they bring my medications, they pick me up at the
door, they bring me into the center. I’m never lonely
anymore.” —Sandra G.
How Can Mercy LIFE Improve
Mental or Spiritual Health?
As seniors age, isolation and loneliness can
cause concern, not only for mental health, but
also physical health. Mercy LIFE understands
social connection is a priority for wellness. When
participants visit our center, they have access to
primary care and rehabilitative therapies, as well as
engaging recreational therapy activities like chair
yoga, pet therapy, and crafts.
Our care model treats the whole person
—
in
mind, body, and spirit.
Participants have access
to spiritual care, designed
to honor your values,
Mercy
Continued on page 42
At Mercy LIFE, we offer seniors the ability to receive
quality care while maintaining their independence at
home safely. Our unique program provides a wellness
center that seniors visit to engage with the community,
receive needed medical care and check-in with our
team of professionals.
Contact us to learn if you or a loved one qualifies.
Call 413-827-4238 or visit mymercylife.com.
PACE-E11331-2505
Complete care,
with and for you.
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