Nutrition Assistant | PACE Program

Midland Care Connection

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

PACE Program

The PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program is designed to help older adults remain safely in their homes rather than entering nursing facilities. It provides complete medical care, rehabilitation, medications, transportation, social services, and supportive therapies—all coordinated by an interdisciplinary care team. Participants receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, along with access to a PACE center for social activities, meals, and clinical services. By integrating medical and supportive care under one program, PACE helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and continue living in their communities with dignity.

Nutrition Assistant

The PACE Nutrition Assistant supports the Registered Dietitian in meeting the dietary and nutritional needs of PACE participants by helping implement individualized nutrition plans and promoting overall health and well-being. Responsibilities include monitoring participants’ nutritional status, identifying and reporting concerns, assisting with nutrition screenings and weight measurements, and maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic medical record. This role also supports menu planning, food ordering, special diets, nutritional supplements, and the safe preparation and delivery of meals at the PACE Day Center. Working closely with the Registered Dietitian, PACE Dietary Team, and Meals on Wheels, the Nutrition Assistant helps ensure meals meet participant preferences, therapeutic needs, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements while providing compassionate, person-centered service.