Ashley Stokes
About Ashley Stokes
Ashley Stokes serves as the Pace Center Manager at Neighborhood Healthcare, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Master of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University and has extensive experience in social work and care management across various organizations.
Current Role at Neighborhood Healthcare
Ashley Stokes serves as the PACE Center Manager at Neighborhood Healthcare, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she coordinates the PACE Care Team’s care management process, ensuring optimal care decisions for participants. She leads the PACE Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings to develop and implement care plans. Additionally, she participates in the PACE quality improvement program to evaluate and enhance performance. Stokes also recommends and monitors the annual budget for PACE center operations, focusing on service metrics and participant satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Stokes earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Criminal Justice and Sociology from California State University-Fullerton, where she studied from 2006 to 2011. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) from Azusa Pacific University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Her academic background includes a concentration in Race, Class, and Gender, which informs her approach to social work and community care.
Professional Background
Ashley Stokes has a diverse professional background in social work and healthcare. She has worked at InnovAge in various roles, including Mental Health Social Worker, Social Worker, and Interim Social Work Supervisor, accumulating significant experience in mental health and care coordination. Prior to her current position, she worked at Davita Dialysis as a Social Work Intern and held several positions at FedEx Ground, including Talent Acquisition Coordinator and Human Resources Associate. Her early experience includes an internship at the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services.
Mental Health Support Initiatives
In her current role, Ashley Stokes facilitates mental health support groups specifically for seniors at the PACE Center. She ensures that PACE participants are oriented to the program and have opportunities to express their opinions about the care and services they receive. This focus on mental health and participant engagement reflects her commitment to improving the well-being of the senior community.
Leadership and Coordination Skills
Ashley Stokes demonstrates strong leadership and coordination skills in her role as PACE Center Manager. She leads interdisciplinary care team meetings and coordinates with contract services to ensure understanding of the PACE model. Her ability to facilitate communication and cooperation among team members and external partners is essential for effective care management and service delivery.