PACE is an alternative to nursing home care and – through an interdisciplinary care team (IDT) of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, therapists, van drivers, and aides – coordinates and provides preventive, primary, acute, and long-term care services, so older individuals can continue living in the community. Build Strong Care Partnerships: Collaborate with hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, adult foster care providers, hospice teams, provider offices, vendors, and other community partners.