Interim leadership in PACE is rarely neutral. Teams may be carrying fatigue, loyalty, frustration, or uncertainty after change. Stabilization begins with visible presence, clear expectations, and restoring the conditions that allow people to work with confidence while preparing the ground for what comes next.

Leadership transitions in PACE programs affect more than reporting structures. When executive visibility declines, decision-making slows, informal authority rises, and operational variation spreads. Recognizing these patterns early is the first step toward restoring clarity, accountability, and program stability.