PACE stands for Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences

Positive Childhood Experiences are events that promote successful child development through secure attachment, including but not limited to the presence of safe, stable, and nurturing relationships and environments (Bethel, 2015). To see a presentation from the November 2021 SJC Cares Meeting about a recent PCEs study, watch this video.

Adverse Childhood Experiences are negative and potentially traumatic events that impact the health and well-being of children and the adults they become (CDC).  To learn move about ACES, click here