Medical Director of Upham’s Corner PACE,
Geriatric Medicine
Education: Bethel College, BA; Saint Louis University School of Medicine, MD.
Residency: Family Medicine at Brown University and Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine at Boston University
Last updated on August 11th, 2026 at 06:25 pm
Nancy joined the Upham’s Elder Service Plan in March 2016. In September 2018, she assumed the role of PACE Program Director. Her primary responsibilities include oversight and management of PACE clinical and operation staff, ensuring program integrity, and safeguarding the mission of the program. Nancy works closely with the PACE leadership team to identify strategic and business opportunities. Together they set the annual goals for the program.
Nancy is also responsible for representing PACE at the UCHC corporate level and is the key contact for both the State and Federal regulators. Nancy has a thirty five year professional history working in healthcare; her interest and experience has been operational oversight of programs caring for elders and persons with disabilities. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science. In addition, she holds an English as a Second Language degree and certification.
Stefani Wood, DPT is a dedicated professional in the field of physical therapy. Graduating from Simmons in 2008, with a doctorate in physical therapy, Stefani embarked on a career that led her to Upham’s PACE in 2009. Starting as a Physical Therapist, she quickly rose through the ranks to become the Rehab Manager, overseeing staff and programing in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and home care coordination.
Her journey in physical therapy was inspired by her own experiences with multiple sport surgeries when she was younger, fueling her dedication to helping others through rehabilitation and healthcare.
Driven by her commitment to the organization’s mission, Stefani discovered that her passion for the rehabilitation aspect of her role extended into having a keen interest in PACE regulations and Policies. In 2022, she assumed a leadership position as the Clinical Director at PACE, where she leads the clinical teams and advocates for their needs. Stefani is a member of the PACE Management Council.
Stefani actively engages in activities through the National PACE Association (NPA) and is recognized as in expert in interpreting new PACE regulations and implementing PACE policies.
Last updated on May 10th, 2024 at 02:59 pm
Upham’s PACE Clinical Teams and Managers
Dorchester PACE / Savin Hill
Maria Amado-Cardoso
Center Manager
Education: University of Massachusetts, B.A., Sociology
Language: Cape Verdean, Conversational Spanish
Deborah Barnes, F.N.P.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Geriatric Medicine
Education: MGH Institute of Health Professionals, M.S.N (Master’s in Nursing)
Language: Spanish
Jamaica Plain PACE / Jackson Square
Sarah Fresco
Quality Program Manager
Education: Tufts University, B.A., History
Tacquice Scott
PACE Supportive Housing Manager
Education: Northeastern University, B.S., Healthcare Management
Jared Ojeikere
Center Manager
Education: College of St. Joseph, Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Roxbury PACE / Nubian Square
Jeffrey Fowler
Center Manager
Education: UMass Amherst University without Walls, Bachelors Degree, Health Studies
Julia LaFlamme, M.S.N.
Nurse Practitioner
Geriatric Medicine
Education: Simmons College, M.S.; University of New Hampshire, B.S.
Elke Ganz, MS, APRN, AGNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Geriatric Medicine
Education: MS from UMass Boston for Adult-Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (2018),BSN from MGH Institute of Health Professions (2009) and BA from Smith College (2003).
Last updated on August 11th, 2026 at 06:33 pm