Partners in Care Foundation

Partners in Care Foundation provides social support services to help older adults, and adults with disabilities, to live and age with dignity and independence. One of our biggest programs is Care Transitions, which helps people to make a successful recovery after leaving the hospital by connecting them with community programs and services that can greatly lower their chances of readmission. The latest data shows that our program has helped 560 Kern County residents to avoid the trauma and expense of having to go back into the hospital – that’s a reduction rate of 39%!

Here’s the story of how we helped one Kern County resident get back on his feet. With your generous support, we’ll be able to help many more.

Frank, who lives in Bodfish, sure gave Partners in Care coach Ida a run for her care transition money! In his 60s with multiple chronic conditions and recovering from addiction, he needed help with food, transportation and legal aid following a recent stay in the hospital. The Bakersfield meals on wheels program didn’t cover his area, so Ida had to find another non‐profit organization that delivers meals to the homebound to serve him. Rides to his medical appointments in town were arranged with a local transportation company, in cooperation with his Kern Family Medi-Cal plan and physician. During their first follow‐up call, Ida discovered that an angry ex‐spouse was threatening the security of Frank’s living situation through legal action against his home. He couldn’t afford a lawyer so she recommended Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, which provides free legal services to clients aged 60 and older. She gave him the best contact person there and coached him on how to most clearly explain his situation. His legal case is still in progress, but he’s got the defense team he needs to protect his quality of life. The food and transportation support, plus some education on managing his conditions, have all empowered him to enjoy better health and stay out of the hospital.

 

At Partners in Care Foundation, we believe that every older adult deserves the chance to age with dignity, independence, and the support they need to thrive at home. For over 27 years, we’ve been a trusted nonprofit partner, working hand-in-hand with healthcare providers, health plans, and community organizations to bridge the gap between medical care and the everyday support that makes all the difference.

Here in Kern County, our Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) is a lifeline for older adults facing complex health challenges and limited resources. We meet people where they are—often in moments of great need—and provide not just services, but compassion, connection, and hope. Whether it's delivering nutritious meals, arranging transportation to vital appointments, providing essential non-medical supplies, or offering respite care for overwhelmed family caregivers, we tailor our support to each individual’s unique situation.

Our team builds lasting, trusting relationships that go far beyond check-ins and phone calls. We walk alongside each person on their journey, ensuring they are not alone and empowering them to live safely and independently in the place they call home.

Together, we can continue to uplift the lives of Kern County’s aging population and bring comfort, care, and dignity to those who need it most.

Giving Back Through Our Multipurpose Senior Services Program in Kern County

At 92, Tommie lives alone in Bakersfield, bravely facing the daily challenges of aging with arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, and depression. As her health needs grew, so did her risk of falling, her struggles with pain, and the deepening feeling of isolation.

Through Partners in Care Foundation’s Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), Tommie found more than just services—she found someone who truly cares. Working closely with her Social Work Care Manager, Tommie received a personalized care plan focused on keeping her safe, supported, and connected at home.

To reduce her fall risk, she was given an emergency response device she wears everywhere, even in the shower. New, supportive furniture helped ease her arthritis pain, and nutritional supplements gave her the tools to better manage her diabetes—things she couldn’t afford on her own.

But what touched Tommie most was the human connection. Her regular check-ins with her Care Manager brought warmth and companionship, easing her loneliness and lifting her spirits.

"I got somebody that I can call and get help from, so that’s comforting to know," Tommie says. "That really changed my life—to know somebody cares. Somebody cares!"

This is the heart of our mission at Partners in Care Foundation: helping older adults like Tommie age with dignity, independence, and the peace of knowing they are not alone. With your support, we can continue providing vital services—like fall prevention, transportation, meal deliveries, and emotional support—to those who need it most in Kern County.