2026 Central Arizona Aging Senior Connections Resource Guide

SENIOR CONNECTIONS RESOURCE GUIDE

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Central Arizona Aging (CAA) is committed to providing services, information, and advocacy for adults 60 years of age and older, disabled individuals, caregivers, and their families. Our agency is dedicated to our vision and mission to meet the ever-changing dynamic needs of the older adults we serve.

How to Use This Guide

The Senior Connections Resource Guide serves as a foundational directory in your quest to connect with community resources. In addition to a listing of local resources, the Appendix contains a listing of national organizations, musthave documents for older adults and caregivers and an area to list emergency numbers. Services and providers are listed in alphabetical order.

Although every effort has been made to include the most current information in the printed copy, we know that things change quickly. We will be updating our online version regularly, and it can be viewed or downloaded at www. caaging.org or you may call Central Arizona Aging Information and Referral line at 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393

The Central Arizona Aging Senior Connections Resource Guide is maintained to enhance public access to information about resources available to Pinal & Gila County residents. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information, we make no guarantees. The inclusion of an organization or service does not imply an endorsement of the organization or service, nor does exclusion imply disapproval. Under no circumstances shall Central Arizona Aging (CAA) be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages which may result in any way from your use of the information included in the Senior Connections Resource Guide.

Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc.

200 W. 2nd St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Phone: (520) 836-7461

www.pinalcentral.com

White Mountain Publishing LLC

3191 W. White Mnt. Rd., Ste. 3 Show Low, AZ 85901

Phone: (928) 537-5721

Those producing this publication hereby acknowledge and thank those individuals and organizations for the contributions of photographs, statistics, and the facts from which the narratives and descriptions were written. ©2026 Kramer Media all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any format or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. The information in this publication has been gathered and carefully compiled to ensure maximum accuracy. However, because completeness cannot be guaranteed, Central Arizona Aging (CAA) and Kramer Media cannot accept responsibility for omissions and errors.

The information contained in this guide is provided only as an aid in your search for needed support services, without any representation or warranty whatsoever regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information, and may or may not reflect the most current information available. Please note that users of this guide are responsible for independently verifying any and all information.  Furthermore, the inclusion of links does not imply endorsement or support of any of the linked information, services, products, or providers.

Although every effort has been made to include the most current information in the printed copy, we know that things change quickly. We will be updating our online version regularly, and it can be viewed or downloaded at www.caaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Central-Arizona-AgingGuide-2024.pdf, or you may call the CAA Information and Referral line at 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393 and speak with our Information and Referral specialist.

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A WARM WELCOME TO OUR READERS

On behalf of the Board of Directors and dedicated staff of Central Arizona Aging, I am honored to present you with the 3 Edition of the Senior Connections Resource Guide We hope these pages offer not only helpful information, but also encouragement and a sense of connection to the caring community around you.

As the Area Agency on Aging for Region V, serving Pinal and Gila counties, Central Arizona Aging is committed to helping older adults, caregivers, individuals with disabilities, and families access the support they need to live healthy, independent, and meaningful lives. For more than 50 years, we have partnered with communities across the region to promote dignity, choice, and quality of life.

This guide is designed to be a trusted companion as you explore services and opportunities in our communities. Whether you are looking for healthcare, housing, transportation, nutrition programs, caregiver support, legal assistance, or recreational opportunities, we hope you will find practical tools, valuable connections, and renewed confidence in these pages

While this guide is a meaningful place to begin, we encourage you to stay connected with us throughout the year Our team is here to answer questions, offer guidance, and help you find the resources that best support you and your loved ones

For more information about our programs and services, please visit Central Arizona Aging’s website www caaging org or contact our office by dialing 520-836-2758

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NEEDS YOUR HELP

Right now, seniors in your community need your help! Seniors are going hungry, need help with cleaning their homes, bathing themselves, selecting the right insurance plan, and assisting their loved ones who have dementia With your help, Central Arizona Aging can provide that help, and you will know that you have provided comfort and nourishment to help frail and isolated seniors stay at home and live in dignity

Your donation can be made without any actual cost to you! Through the Arizona Tax Credit for Qualifying Charitable Organizations, you can make a donation and claim a dollar-fordollar credit off of your Arizona tax liability (up to $495 per individual, or $987 for a married couple filing jointly for tax year 2025) You are merely redirecting your state tax dollars to benefit your local community, while your tax liability is reduced by the same amount

To make a donation online, please go to www.caaging.org or scan QR Code.

To mail your donation, please make your check payable to Central Arizona Aging and send to:

Central Arizona Aging 8969 W. McCartney Road

Casa Grande AZ 85194

For more information or to talk with us about your donation, please call 1-800-293-9393

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PROTECT YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FINANCES

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In a medical emergency every second counts, especially when transporting patients who are far away from adequate medical treatment. Banner Air providers respond to scene calls and provide hospital-to-hospital transports—carrying seriously ill or injured patients to the nearest appropriate medical facility.

In a medical emergency every second counts, especially when transporting patients who are far away from adequate medical treatment. Banner Air providers respond to scene calls and provide hospital-to-hospital transports—carrying seriously ill or injured patients to the nearest appropriate medical facility.

In a medical emergency every second counts, especially when transporting patients who are far away from adequate medical treatment. Banner Air providers respond to scene calls and provide hospital-to-hospital transports—carrying seriously ill or injured patients to the nearest appropriate medical facility.

In a medical emergency every second counts, especially when transporting patients who are far away from adequate medical treatment. Banner Air providers respond to scene calls and provide hospital-to-hospital transports—carrying seriously ill or injured patients to the nearest appropriate medical facility.

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

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OVERVIEW OF AREA AGENCIES ON AGING

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

Area Agency on Aging, Region V 8969 W. McCartney Rd., Casa Grande, AZ 85194

1-800-293-9393 or 520-836-2758

www.caaging.com

Incorporated in 1974, Central Arizona Aging (CAA) is a non-profit organization designated as the Area Agency on Aging for Region V, which encompasses Pinal and Gila counties. CAA’s mission is to assist seniors and persons with disabilities in Region V achieve and maintain selfsufficiency with dignity, and offer choices of appropriate care by providing a wide range of community and home based services. CAA also represents the interests of the elderly and acts to advocate for change in public and private attitudes, policies, and regulations.

CAA provides a wide variety of services for seniors, persons with disabilities, and caregivers. These services are offered directly or through a network of provider agencies. CAA services include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Information, Referral and Assistance

• Aging, Disability and Caregiver Support Resources

• Benefits, Entitlements and Advocacy – State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), Ombudsman Program (Nursing Home Advocacy), and Senior Medicare Patrol (Medicare/Medicaid fraud and abuse)

• Independent Living Services – Caregiver Support Services and Health Promotion

• Home Care – Attendant and Respite Care

• Case Management

• Minor Home Repair

• Meals On Wheels – Home Delivered Meals

• Legal Services and Legal Help Line

• Multipurpose Senior Centers – Social, Nutritional, Wellness Support and Transportation

• Santa Cruz Village Apartments – a HUD 202/Section 8 low income independent living apartment complex (for seniors & persons with disabilities)

• Aging Care Essentials (Care Options Planning)

• Mobility Management – Transportation Coordination and Senior Rides Transit Program Training

• Volunteer Services and Opportunities for Placement

Area Agencies on Aging

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) is one of eight Area Agencies on Aging throughout the State of Arizona. These are organizations which administer, coordinate and offer a variety of services for adults aged 60 and over, adults with disabilities, and those who care for older adults. Area Agencies provide some services directly, and others are provided by their contracted agencies. The focus of services offered is to help older adults continue to live independently in their own homes.

Services and programs vary by agency but most Area Agencies provide:

• Information and Referral Help

Special telephone help lines for seniors

Health insurance counseling

Caregiver support

Case management

• Community Based Services

Meals served at nutrition sites and senior centers

Volunteer placement

Older worker employment training and assistance

Recreation and socialization at senior centers

Grandparents raising grandchildren support

Transportation assistance

• In-Home Services

Home delivered meals

Telephone reassurance

Respite care

Attendant care services

• Housing Services

Referrals to senior housing

Help with minor home repairs

• Protecting Older Adult Rights and Advocacy

Legal assistance

Elder abuse prevention

Ombudsman assistance for long-term care patients

Advocacy for Seniors on aging issues and policies

Arizona Area Agencies on Aging

Area Agency on Aging, Region I

1366 E. Thomas Rd., Ste. 108 Phoenix, AZ 85014

602-264-2255 (Business)

1-888-264-2258 (Help Line)

602-264-4357 (Help Line) www.aaaphx.org

(Serves Maricopa County)

Area Agency on Aging, Region II

Pima Council on Aging 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85710

520-790-7262 (Help Line) www.pcoa.org

(Serves Pima County)

Area Agency on Aging, Region III

Northern Arizona Council of Governments

323 N. San Francisco St., Ste. 200 Flagstaff, AZ 86001

1-877-521-3500

https://nacog.org

(Serves Apache, Coconino, Navajoand Yavapai counties)

Area Agency on Aging, Region IV

Western Arizona Council of Governments

1235 S. Redondo Center Dr. Yuma, AZ 85365

928-782-1886

www.wacog.com

(Serves Yuma, La Paz, and Mohave counties)

Area Agency on Aging, Region V

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194

520-836-2758 or 1-800-293-9393

www.caaging.org

(Serves Pinal and Gila counties)

Area Agency on Aging, Region VI

South Eastern Arizona

Governments Organization 1403 W. Hwy 92 Bisbee, AZ 85603

520-432-2528

www.seago.org

(Serves Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, and Santa Cruz counties)

Area Agency on Aging, Region VII

Division of Aging and Long Term Care Support P.O. Box 1390 Window Rock, AZ 86515

928-871-6869

daltcs.navajo-nsn.gov

(Serves elders living on the Navajo Nation)

Area Agency on Aging, Region VIII

Inter Tribal Council of Arizona 2214 N. Central Ave., Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85004

602-258-4822

https://itcaonline.com

(Senior services for 21 member tribes in Arizona)

Arizona Association of Area Agencies on Aging – AZ Aging

AZ Aging is a statewide network of seven regional agencies that address the needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities, as well as their families and caregivers. 928-298-2574

https://arizonaaging.org

US Aging

US Aging is a membership association representing America’s national network of more than 600 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). 202-872-0888

www.usaging.org

Eldercare Locator

To locate Area Agency on Aging Programs in other states 1-800-677-1116

https://eldercare.acl.gov/home

Arizona Dept. of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services

The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), within the Arizona Department of Economic Security, is Arizona’s designated State Unit on Aging. The Older Americans Act provides the unit with its authority. The unit works closely with all of the eight designated Area Agencies on Aging in the state, advocates for at-risk and older persons, and develops and implements a comprehensive service delivery system statewide.

Some of the major initiatives of the Division of Aging and Adult Services are:

• Operating a Central Intake line for Adult Protective Services

• Development of a system of Direct Care Workforce Initiatives to prepare for the state’s need for more trained direct care workers

• Working closely with the Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging

• Administering various programs for aging, including the state Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, the Family Caregiver Support Program, the Mature Worker Program, the Foster Grandparent Program, Adult Protective Services, the Medicare Patrol Project, and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program.

Division of Aging and Adult Services 602-542-4446

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) 1-800-432-4040

Adult Abuse Hotline 1-877-767-2385

Mailing Address:

Department of Economic Security Division of Aging and Adult Services 1789 W. Jefferson St. (Site Code 950A) Phoenix, AZ 85007

Administration for Community Living (ACL) Administration on Aging (AOA) and Disability Networks www.acl.gov

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL RESOURCES

There are many agencies and programs not listed in this guide that may be able to help you. If you have not found the services you need in this guide, you may contact the more comprehensive community information and referral resources listed below.

Pinal and Gila Counties

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194-7432

520-836-2758

Toll free: 800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

Statewide

2-1-1 Arizona

(Community Information and Referral Services)

2-1-1 within Arizona

Toll-free: 877-211-8661 from anywhere www.211Arizona.org

Arizona Self Help (Online program eligibility screening) www.ArizonaSelfHelp.org

AzLinks.gov

(Offers assistance and information on aging and disability) www.AzLinks.gov

Arizona Community Action Association (Wildfire)

2010 People’s Information Guide 602-604-0640 https://wildfireaz.org/find-help/peoples-information-guide

Pinal County

3-1-1 Pinal County’s Citizen Contact Center

Access local government services and information within Pinal County Call 311 or 888-431-1311

First Things First

Family Resource Guide www.firstthingsfirst.org

CG HELPS Resource Center (Resources for the Homeless)

350 E. 6th St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-483-0010 https://cghelps.com

National Information and Support

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38 million. It works to strengthen communities and promote the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare security, financial security and personal fulfillment. AARP also advocates for individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name. Examples of programs that can be accessed through AARP are: free income tax preparation, driver safety courses, money management programs, family caregiving resources, and local business discounts and offers.

AARP in Arizona

Toll-free: 888-687-2277

Email: aarpaz@aarp.org www.aarp.org

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Abuse of the Elderly

Elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation are problems among older adults.

If you are concerned that you or someone you know is a victim of abuse or is being taken advantage of, call the number below or report online.

Adult Protective Services

Adult Abuse Hotline

Report abuse by phone: 1-877-767-2385 (Mon-Fri 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat, Sun, & state holidays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Report abuse online: des.az.gov/services/ basic-needs/adult-protective-services (24/7)

In the event of an emergency related to elder abuse, call 911 or your local law enforcement agency.

Abuse of Children

A report of suspected child abuse, neglect, exploitation or abandonment is a responsible attempt to protect a child. Arizona law requires certain persons who suspect that a child has received non-accidental injury or has been neglected to report their concerns to DCS or local law enforcement.

Arizona Department of Child Safety

Arizona Child Abuse Hotline

888-SOS-CHILD (888-767-2445)

Prevent Child Abuse Arizona

P.O. Box 26495

Prescott Valley, AZ 86312

928-445-5038

www.pcaaz.org

Adaptive Aids

Adaptive aids are sometimes called “durable medical equipment.” These items are designed to help elderly and physically disabled persons with the tasks of daily living. They are often expensive and rarely available for loan. Some medical insurance plans cover the purchase or rental of adaptive aids and equipment. Check with your local insurance provider for details.

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Active Forever

1-800-377-8033

Arizona Technology Access Program (AZTAP)

Northern Arizona University

300 W. Clarendon Ave., Ste. 475 Phoenix, AZ 85013

602-728-9534 or 1-800-477-9921

http://aztap.org

Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council

P.O. Box 4133

Tuba City, AZ 85034

5025 E. Washington St., Ste. 214 Phoenix, AZ 85034

602-262-2900

www.azsilc.org

Arizona Commission for the Deaf & the Hard of Hearing

Arizona Telecommunication

Equipment Distribution Program

100 N. 15th Ave., Ste. 104 Phoenix, AZ 85007

602-542-3323

www.acdhh.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Valley Respiratory Services Alliance

Homecare

1275 E. Florence Blvd., Ste. 4 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-9300

https://valleyrespiratory.com

Advisory and Advocacy Groups

Advisory groups explore public issues and make recommendations to lawmakers and regulators that they think are in the best interests of the community. Many groups focus on older adults and persons with disabilities.

AARP Arizona

7250 N. 16th St., Ste. 302 Phoenix, AZ 85020

602-256-2277 www.aarp.org

Alzheimer’s Association

Desert Southwest Chapter 340 E. Palm Ln., Ste. 230 Phoenix, AZ 85004

602-528-0545 or 24-hour helpline: 1-800-272-3900 www.alz.org/dsw

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) 8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194

520-836-2758 or 1-800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging

1700 W. Washington St., Ste. 230 Phoenix, AZ 85007

602-542-4710

https://goyff.az.gov/GACA

AHCCCS (AZ Health Care Cost Containment System) & ALTCS (AZ Long Term Care System)

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is Arizona’s Medicaid agency that offers health care programs to serve Arizona residents. Individuals must meet certain income and other requirements to obtain services. The Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) is part of AHCCCS, and provides care and services for eligible individuals who are elderly and/or those with physical or developmental disabilities. ALTCS provides institutional care and home and community based services to recipients who have been determined to be at risk of institutionalization.

ALTCS Call Center

1-888-621-6880

801 E. Jefferson St., MD 3900 Phoenix, AZ 85034 www.azahcccs.gov

ALTCS Office - Tucson

7202 E. Rosewood St., Ste. 125 Tucson, AZ 85710

888-621-6880

Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Alcohol and substance abuse are problems that many seniors and physically disabled adults are challenged with. Sometimes older adults abuse substances to deal with change or loneliness. Sometimes older adults mix alcohol with their prescription medications, causing even bigger problems which cannot be resolved without help from outside the family. (Also see alcohol and narcotics support groups.)

Narcotics Anonymous

To determine times and locations of local Narcotics Anonymous meetings. Help line: 520-426-0121 https://arizona-na.org

Drug Rehab USA

(Includes deaf and hard of hearing drug rehab facilities)

National substance use disorder treatment locator https://drugrehabus.org

Inpatient-Rehab.org

For a list of alcohol and drug rehab centers in your area: Pinal County: www.inpatient-rehab. org/drug-alcohol/arizona/pinal-county. html

Gila County: www.inpatient-rehab. org/drug-alcohol/arizona/gila-county. html

 GILA COUNTY

Arizona Crisis Line

800-631-1314

Community Bridges Inc.

Transition Point Residential 5734 E. Hope Ln., Ste. 1 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-2415

Horizon Health and Wellness

415 W. Baseline Spur Globe, AZ 85501

833-431-4449

www.hhwaz.org

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services

404 W. Aero Drive Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-3303

Crisis Line: 800-631-1314

www.sbhservices.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Arizona Complete Care

Behavioral Health Crisis Line (available 24/7): 844-534-4673

www.azcompletehealth.com

Collier Counseling Center

1927 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. D Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-876-9714

Community Bridges Inc.

675 E. Cottonwood Ln., Ste. 101 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

877-931-9142

https://communitybridgesaz.org

Helping Associates, Inc.

1901 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. A Casa Grande, AZ 81222

520-836-1029

https://helpingassociates.com

Horizon Health and Wellness Centers: Centers located in Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Chandler, Florence, Globe, Oracle, Phoenix, Yuma and Queen Creek. Call or go to the Horizon Health and Wellness website for more information.

833-431-4449

www.hhwaz.org

Nazcare (Rising Star Wellness Center) 879 N. Plaza Dr., #101-E Apache Junction, AZ 85120

480-982-1514

www.nazcare.org

Pinal Hispanic Council

107 E. 4th St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7765

www.pinalhispaniccouncil.org

Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders

Memory disorders clinics can assist people who seem to be having problems with their memory or their ability to think. Clinics provide assessment, diagnosis, and a treatment plan. Appropriate care options may be explored in addition to providing caregiver support resources. (Also see Alzheimer’s/dementia support groups)

Banner Alzheimer’s Institute

901 E. Willetta St. Phoenix, AZ 85006 602-839-6900 www.banneralz.org

Barrow Neurological Institute 2910 N. Third Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013

844-218-6648 www.barrowneuro.org

Mayo Clinic Arizona

Appointment Number: 480-301-8484 www.mayoclinic.org

FOR PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCIES, CALL

Arizona Complete Health Statewide Crisis Line: 844-534-4673 www.azcompletehealth.com

College Medical Center

1800 E. Van Buren St. Phoenix, AZ 85006

602-251-8535 www.cmcphoenix.com

Arizona Legislative Contact Information

Arizona State Senate

1700 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85007-2890

602-926-3559 or 800-352-8404

www.azsenate.gov

Arizona House of Representatives

1700 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85007-2890

602-926-4221 or 800-352-8404

www.azhouse.gov

Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facilities

Licensed through the Arizona Department of Health Services (Subject to change – check website for current listing: https://azdhs.gov/ licensing/index.php#databases )

 GILA COUNTY

Avista Senior Living Payson

806 W. Longhorn Rd. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-6249

Banner Payson Medical Center

807 S. Ponderosa Dr. Payson, AZ

928-471-3222

Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center

5880 S. Hospital Dr. Globe, AZ 928-402-1122

Faubush Family Homes

7760 S. Six Shooter Canyon Rd.

300 E. Hunter Dr. & 2101 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-961-4828

The Frontier House 904 E. Frontier St. Payson, AZ 85541

928-468-2461

Haven Health Globe (Skilled Nursing Facility) 1100 E. Monroe St. Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-5721

Heritage Health Care Center (Skilled Nursing Facility) 1300 E. South St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3118

Houston Creek Assisted Living 210 S. Houston Creek Cir. Payson, AZ 85541

928-951-2467

LT Assisted Living LLC

111 W. Blake St. Globe, AZ 928-255-7553

Ordinary Lifestyles (4 Locations)

401 N. Laredo Ln. Payson, AZ 85541

928-595-2068

Ordinary Lifestyles II

718 N. Fox Hill

Payson, AZ

928-595-2068

Ordinary Lifestyles III

207 E. Zurich

Payson, AZ

928-595-2068

Ordinary Lifestyles IV

205 W. Bonita

Payson, AZ

928-595-2068

Payson Care Center

(Skilled Nursing Facility)

107 E. Lone Pine Dr. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-6896

Rim Country Health & Retirement Community (Skilled Nursing Facility) 807 W. Longhorn Rd. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-1120

San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation

103 Medicine Way Rd.

Peridot, AZ

928-475-1400

 PINAL COUNTY

Acuna at Morning Sun 35597 N. Bandolier Dr. San Tan Valley, AZ 85142 480-999-9570

Ama Vida Care Home LLC

1962 W. Cool Water Way San Tan Valley, AZ 85142 480-987-5487

Annes Assisted Living LLC

37882 W. San Clemente St. Maricopa, AZ 480-567-6167

Apache Junction Health Center (Skilled Nursing Facility) 2012 W. Southern Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-983-0700

Ark of Noah Care Home

4685 E. Alamo St. SanTanValley, AZ 480-640-8965

Avista Senior Living - Apache Junction

675 W. Broadway Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-269-5962

Avista Senior Living - Casa Grande (Assisted Living Center) 1640 N. Peart Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-316-8041

Banner Casa Grande Medical Center

1800 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 520-381-6300

Banner Goldfield Medical Center

2050 W. Southern Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 480-733-3300

Banner Ironwood Medical Center

37000 N. Gantzel Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 480-394-4000

Bes Assisted Living LLC

44549 W. Palo Ceniza Way Maricopa, AZ 415-748-6930

Better Senior Carehome

1151 W. 20th Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-205-3595

Brookdale Apache Junction (Assisted Living Center)

2080 S. Ironwood Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 85120

480-983-5047

Casa Companion Homecare LLC

37808 W. Santa Barbara Ave. Maricopa, AZ

520-431-4045

Copper Sky Assisted Living (Assisted Living Center)

1580 E. Valerie St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-858-0372

Vita Caring Home

208 E. Melrose Dr. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-8020

Elsa Assisted Living LLC

37717 W. San ILdefanso Ave. Maricopa, AZ

520-727-0110

Exceptional Health Care Maricopa, LLCA Texas LLC

19060 N. John Wayne Pkwy. Maricopa, AZ

520-534-0700

Honor Health Florence Medical Center

4545 N. Hunt Highway Florence, AZ 520-868-3333

Furaha Care Homes LLC

44157 W. Copper Trail Maricopa, AZ 520-637-5144

Garnet of Casa Grande Assisted Living Community (Assisted Living Center)

510 E. 8th St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-876-4200

GC Assisted Living

6480 S. Alameda Rd. Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 480-983-0939

Gila River Health Care Corporation

483 W. Seed Farm Rd. Sacaton, AZ 520-562-3321

Gila River Indian Care Center 510 S. Ocotillo Rd. Sacaton, AZ 520-562-7400

Goldmine Mountain Assisted Living

2785 W. Goldmine Mountain Dr. San Tan Valley, AZ 85142 602-487-8998

Graceful Waters

5777 E. Flowing Spring Florence, AZ 85132 480-252-9795

Care Assisted Living

43204 W. McCord Dr. Maricopa, AZ 85138 520-582-0367

Jaidon Manor II

1177 E. Bonita Pl. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-876-0640

Lita Caring Home 1337 Walnut Dr. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-1480

Maxcare Assisted Living Home

45596 W. Windmill Dr. Maricopa, AZ 602-512-1338

Oasis Pavilion Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (Skilled Nursing Facility) 161 W. Rodeo Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-1772

Pendo 1 Care Homes LLC

43448 W. Wild Horse Trl. Maricopa, AZ 480-254-0025

Penzi Care Home

43448 W. Wild Horse Trl. Maricopa, AZ 85138 480-304-2922

Renata’s Home for the Elderly 2

31392 N. Sunflower Way San Tan Valley, AZ 85143 480-304-2922

Siara Assisted Living Home

9407 E. Alfalfa Dr. Florence, AZ 520-759-7072

Sorrento Assisted Living 17652 N. Avelino Dr. Maricopa, AZ 602-770-8020

Tiny Residence, LLC

1354 E. Racine Dr. Casa Grande, AZ 520-553-9964

View of The Mountains Assisted Living LLC

660 S. Warner Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 480-278-6577

Visions Senior Living at Apache Junction (Assisted Living Center) 1510 E. Broadway Ave., Bldg. 1 & 2 Apache Junction, AZ 85119 480-671-1490

Behavioral Health

 GILA COUNTY

Regional Behavioral Health Authority for Gila County Health Choice Arizona

800-322-8670

Crisis Line: 844-534-4673

www.healthchoiceaz.com

Horizon Health and Wellness

415 Baseline Spur Globe, AZ 85501

833-431-4449

www.hhwaz.org

San Carlos Apache Healthcare

103 Medicine Way Rd. Peridot, AZ 85542

928-475-1400

www.scahealth.org

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services

404 W. Aero Dr. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-3303

www.sbhservices.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Regional Behavioral Health Authority for Pinal County:

Arizona Complete Care

Customer Service: 1-888-788-4408

Crisis Line: 844-534-4673

(24 hrs. a day/7 days per week)

www.azcompletehealth.com

Casa Grande Counseling Service

635 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-0440

www.casagrandecounseling.com

Easter Seals

900 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-4278

Helping Associates, Inc.

1901 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. A Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-1029

https://helpingassociates.com

Horizon Health and Wellness –locations

833-431-4449

www.hhwaz.org/locations

Intermountain Centers for Human Development

330 N. Picacho St., Ste. 1

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-876-5833

https://intermountaincenters.org La Frontera Arizona Empact

– Suicide Prevention Center

Apache Junction: 480-317-2214

Maricopa: 520-316-6068

San Tan Valley: 480-317-2213

Crisis Hotline: 480-784-1500

https://lafronteraaz-empact.org

Pinal Hispanic Council

107 E. 4th St.

Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7765

www.pinalhispaniccouncil.org

Sun Life Health

(Behavioral Health Services available in Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Coolidge, Eloy, Florence, Maricopa, Oracle, and San Manuel – call for location information)

1863 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

888-381-3446

www.slfhc.org

Transitional Living Center

117 E. 2nd St., Ste. 2

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

602-900-1258

www.rehab.com/transitional-livingcenter-recovery

Blind and Visually Impaired Services

 NATIONWIDE

American Foundation for the Blind 1101 Wilson Blvd., 6th Floor Arlington, VA 22209 212-502-7600 www.afb.org

 STATEWIDE

Arizona Talking Book Library 1030 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85008

602-255-5578 www.azlibrary.gov/talkingbooks

Arizona School For The Deaf 1200 W. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85745 520-770-3458 https://asdb.az.gov

Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired 3100 E. Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85008

602-273-7900 www.acbvi.org

Arizona Industries for the Blind 515 N. 51st Ave., Ste. 130 Phoenix, AZ 85043 623-233-7882 www.azifb.com

Eye Dog Foundation for the Blind

8252 S. 15th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85041

800-393-3641

www.eyedogfoundation.org

DES – Rehabilitation

1155 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-5351

 PINAL AND GILA COUNTIES

Ability360 – Pinal-Gila County Office 1419 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-316-4300 https://ability360.org

AHCCS/ALTCS

3262 Bob Dr., Ste. 12 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 855-432-7587

Caregiving for Elders

 NATIONWIDE AARP

Support Line: 1-877-333-5885 www.aarp.org/caregiving

Arizona Caregiver Coalition Toll-free: 888-737-7494 http://azcaregiver.org

Eldercare Locator

U.S. Administration on Aging Toll-free: 800-677-1116 www.eldercare.acl.gov

Chambers of Commerce

 GILA COUNTY

Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce

1360 N. Broad St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-4495

www.globemiamichamber.com

Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce

100 W. Main St. Payson, AZ 85541

928-978-0490

www.rimcountrychamber.com

Tonto Basin Chamber of Commerce

45675 N. Highway 188 Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 833-486-6862

www.tontobasinchamber.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce

567 Apache Trl. Apache Junction, AZ 85120

480-982-3141 www.ajchamber.com

Arizona City Chamber of Commerce

13640 Sunland Gin Rd. (Mail: PO Box 5) Arizona City, AZ 85123

520-466-5141

https://arizonacitychamber ofcommerce.com

Casa Grande Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Office

575 N. Marshall St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-2125

www.casagrandechamber.org

Coolidge Chamber of Commerce

351 N. Arizona Blvd., Ste. 5 Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-350-1033

www.coolidgechamber.org

Copper Basin Chamber of Commerce

355 W. Alden Rd. (Mail: P.O. Box 206) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-7607

www.copperbasinaz.org

Eloy Chamber of Commerce

515 N. Main St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-3411

www.eloychamber.com

Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce

24 W. Ruggles St. (Mail: PO Box 929) Florence, AZ 85132

520-868-9433

www.florenceazchamber.com

Maricopa Chamber of Commerce

19756 N. Maricopa Rd., Ste. 100 Maricopa, AZ 85139

520-568-9573

www.maricopachamber.org

Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce

22246 S. Ellsworth Rd. (Mail: P.O. Box 505) Queen Creek, AZ 85142

480-888-1709

www.queencreekchamber.com

San Tan Valley Chamber of Commerce

Site closed — May call for assistance 480-788-7516

Superior Chamber of Commerce

165 Main St. Superior, AZ 85173

520-689-0200

www.superiorarizonachamber.org

Companion Pets and Animals

Pets can be very special friends and companions for older adults. The organizations below may be able to make companion animals available.

 STATEWIDE

Arizona Humane Society

Nina Mason Pulliam Campus for Compassion

1521 W. Dobbins Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85041

602-997-7585

www.azhumane.org

Humane Society of Southern Arizona

635 W. Roger Rd. Tucson, AZ 85705

520-327-6088

https://hssaz.org

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Animal Shelter

591 E. Fairground Rd. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-5882

High Desert Humane Society 150 W. Mesquite St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-200-3611/928-812-2175

Humane Society of Central Arizona

605 W. Wilson Ct. (Mail: PO Box 242) Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-5590

 PINAL COUNTY

Casa Grande Animal Care & Adoption Center

202 E. First Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-426-9300

Pets in Need Action League

P.O. Box 12813

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

510-582-0299

http://pinalpets.org

Pinal County Animal Control

1150 Eleven Mile Corner Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194 520-509-3555

Valley Humane Society 15699 W. Aniceto Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85193 520-836-0904

Computer Access

Although many resources in this Guide list internet websites, many people do not own a computer. Central Arizona Aging (CAA) maintains computers for the public to use without charge during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Most local libraries also maintain computer labs for the public. (See Libraries)

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393

Day Care – Adult

Adult Day Care provides care and supervised activities for seniors and persons with disabilities. Care is normally available for several hours each day up to five days a week. Some centers provide transportation.

Some assisted living facilities may also take seniors for a limited period of time during the day.

Arbor Rose Senior Care

6033 E. Arbor Ave. Mesa, AZ 85206 480-654-8200

Avista Senior Living - Casa Grande 1640 N. Peart Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-316-8041

Oakwood Creative Care – Mesa, Arizona 480-464-1061 www.oakwoodcreativecare.org

Deaf and Hearing

Impaired Services

Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing

This site maintains a statewide information and referral directory to provide information and referral services throughout Arizona for persons who are deaf and hard of hearing, as well as their caregivers. Additionally, the Commission maintains directories of physicians who sign, licensed interpreters, and free telecommunications devices for residents who need help

communicating on the phone. They also can help with Relay 7-1-1 to provide telephone accessibility for free to residents.

Voice: 602-542-3323

Video Phone: 480-599-9441

www.acdhh.org

Drug Rehab USA

(Includes deaf and hard of hearing facilities)

National substance use disorder treatment locator

https://drugrehabus.org

Dental

Assistance

Dental services may be too expensive for older adults even if they have dental insurance. Various reduced fee or sliding scale payment dental assistance programs exist to provide reduced fee dental services.

To find out about reduced fee dental services available in Gila and Pinal counties, contact:

Arizona Dental Foundation

(Provides charitable dentistry to children and individuals with a special need)

480-344-5778

www.azdentalfoundation.org

Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health

5850 E. Still Cir. Mesa, AZ 85206

480-219-6000 www.atsu.edu/asdoh

Carrington College

Dental Hygiene Clinic

1300 S Country Club Dr., Ste. 2 Mesa, AZ 85210

480-717-3510

https://carrington.edu/schools/mesaarizona/ dental-hygiene-clinic

El Rio Health Dental Services

320 W. Prince Rd. Tucson, AZ 85705

520-670-3909 (dental appointments) www.elrio.org

Rio Salado College Dental Clinic

(Preventive dental hygiene services only)

2250 W. 14th St. (Mail: 2323 W. 14th St.) Tempe, AZ 85281

480-517-8000

www.riosalado.edu/locations

Sun Life Health — Dentistry

(Sliding fee discount for uninsured)

865 N. Arizola Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-350-7560

DES – Arizona Department of Economic Security – Local Offices

 GILA COUNTY

Globe Support Coordination Office

605 S. 7th St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3101

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction Support Coordination Office

11518 E. Apache Trl. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 855-432-7587

Casa Grande Support Coordination Office

555 W. Main Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

855-432-7587

Coolidge Support Coordination Office

1155 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

844-432-7587

Disaster Assistance

American Red Cross 4747 N. 22nd St., Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85016

602-336-6660 www.redcross.org/get-help.html

Arizona Emergency Information Network (AZEIN)

The State of Arizona’s official source for emergency updates, preparedness advice and hazards information, and related resources. https://ein.az.gov

FEMA – Federal Emergency Management Agency

1-800-621-FEMA (3362) www.disasterassistance.gov

Gila County Emergency Management

5515 S. Apache Ave,, Ste. 400 Globe, AZ 85001

928-402-8789

Pinal County Emergency Management

31 N. Pinal St., Bldg. F (Mail: PO Box 727) Florence, AZ 85132

520-509-3555 or 888-431-1311

Domestic Violence

There are many programs and services to help individuals in domestic violence situations. There is also a hotline for locating emergency shelter, which operates 24 hours per day/7 days per week. (Also see Counseling and Behavioral Health)

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE (7233) www.thehotline.org

National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline

855-812-1001 (video phone) 24/7 www.thedeafhotline.org

Arizona Coalition to End Sexual & Domestic Violence (ACESDV)

2700 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1100 Phoenix, AZ 85004

602-279-2900 or 800-782-6400

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 www.acesdv.org

 GILA COUNTY

Time Out, Inc. – Payson

Crisis line: 928-472-8007 www.timeoutshelter.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Against Abuse, Inc.

119 N. Florence St. (Mail: PO Box 10733) Casa Grande. AZ 85130

520-836-1239

Crisis Line: 520-836-0858 www.against-abuse.org

A New Leaf; Community Alliance Against Family Abuse

868 E. University Dr. Mesa, AZ 85203 480-969-4024

Crisis line: 480-982-0196 www.turnanewleaf.org

Horizon Health and Wellness 210 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 833-41-4449

Employment and Job Training

Many studies have shown the value of older workers in terms of productivity, work ethic and dependability. Many older adults retire and then decide they’d like to go back to work. There are resources available to assist with job training and employment leads.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) provides subsidized, part-time community service assignments to eligible, low-income, unemployed persons aged 55 and over. Training compensation – Arizona minimum wage rate.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:

• Arizona resident

• 55 years or older

• Unemployed

• Meet current income guidelines

WHERE TO APPLY:

• AARP Foundation SCSEP 4020 N. 20th St. Phoenix, AZ 85016

602-841-0403 www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/ our-work/income/scsep

WORK SEARCH:

• Great places to start your work search for full-time, part-time or temporary work are listed below:

DES/Arizona@Work

https://arizonaatwork.com & Arizona Workforce Connection (gilacountyaz.gov)

820 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-509-3555

100 N. Tonto St., Ste. 100 Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-9800

5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 200 Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-7631

www.jobing.com

(Search local jobs, find local employers)

www.azjobconnection.gov

(Free statewide job matching and labor market information system)

https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov (State of Arizona government jobs)

Job Service/Vocational Rehab Offices

 GILA COUNTY

Globe DES Vocational Rehabilitation Office

605 S. 7th St. Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-3101

Payson DES Vocational Rehabilitation Office

100 N. Tonto St. Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-9829

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction DES Vocational Rehabilitation

11518 E. Apache Trail, Ste. 120 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-983-0427

Coolidge DES Vocational Rehabilitation Office 1155 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-5351

End-of-Life Planning

Arizona Attorney General’s Life Care Planning Information

The Attorney General’s Life Care Planning information packet can be found at the Arizona Attorney General’s website below.

There are numerous senior contacts and resources listed on this website. If you have questions about any of the information or forms found, please contact an attorney or PGCSC Legal Services (520-836-2758) for assistance.

A general durable Power of Attorney form is not available on the website, but more information about the process is. The Power of Attorney designations, wills, and trusts are powerful legal instruments, and it is recommended that you fully understand the documents you are signing.

The documents are found at www. azag.gov/seniors/life-care-planning and include:

• Durable Health Care Power of Attorney and Durable Mental Health Care Power of Attorney Provides for a designated person to make medical care decisions, including mental health care

decisions, when you are unable to do so.

• Letter to my Agent (Representative) About Powers of Attorney Forms and Responsibilities

• Living Will (End of Life Care) Allows you to specify your wishes. Helps eliminate confusion and questions about what you want related to certain treatments.

• Pre-Hospital Medical Directive (Do Not Resuscitate Directive, also known as DNR) A link is provided on the website to find out if you should complete a DNR form.

Food Assistance

Listed below is contact information to apply for the Food Stamp Program (now called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—SNAP) and the Food Plus Program. The area Food Banks are also listed. (For information on Meals On Wheels, see Meals—Home Delivered)

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-SNAP SNAP funds can be spent to buy nutritious food. Generally, they are

only part of the food budget; shoppers spend some cash along with SNAP funds.

WHERE TO APPLY: Most applications are completed through phone and internet at this time. Documents are submitted by mail or fax.

DES/FAA Offices Statewide Toll-free: 855-432-7587

 GILA COUNTY

605 S. 7th St. Globe, AZ 85501 855-432-7587

216 & 218 E. Hwy. 260 Ste. 218 Payson, AZ 85541-5421 855-432-7587

 PINAL COUNTY

11518 E. Apache Trl., Ste. 113 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 855-432-7587

555 W. Main Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 855-432-7587

1155 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 855-432-7587

Our place is by your side

If you or a loved one is facing life-limiting illness, we are honored to provide compassionate care in the comfort of wherever you call home. As neighbors caring for neighbors throughout our community, we offer 24/7 support to help meet your physical, emotional, and spiritual needs — so you can make the most of every moment. We’re here for you 24/7/365.

(520) 233-6116 gentivahs.com

To find out more information about applying for SNAP food assistance, go to: www.arizonaselfhelp.org or www.healthearizonaplus.gov

Food Plus

(Commodity Senior Food Program)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Arizona’s Commodity Senior Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with a monthly food package of nutritious USDA Foods.

WHERE TO APPLY: Go to https://des. az.gov/senior-food-program

Food Buying Cooperatives

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Cooperatives offer food packages which you can purchase using cash or, in many cases, SNAP funds. You receive a food package containing food worth double what you paid for it. A package generally costs between $13 and $35 and may include a combination of frozen meat, fruits, vegetables, specialty items and staple foods.

Food buying cooperatives are not charity or government programs, and they will not affect any benefits from other programs. They are operated primarily by non-profit organizations and are able to offer such a good deal because of the volume of purchases they make and because they also take advantage of close-outs, overproduction and package changes. The operating organizations do not make a profit on these food cooperative programs.

Bountiful Baskets

– Location in Payson

Check website for schedule www.bountifulbaskets.org

Food Banks and Emergency Food

 GILA COUNTY

Gila Community Food Bank

(Mon. – Fri. | 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)

317 W. Hackney Ave.

(3rd Thu. & Fri. each month | 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.)

CSFP

Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3639

(Must meet Federal poverty guidelines)

St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank

(Wed. & Thu. | 12:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.)

511 S. St. Phillips St. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-9104

 PINAL COUNTY

Caring Hands of Pinal County

– Food Distribution Center

(Tue. | 2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

241 W. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-840-4458

Casa Grande Food Bank

(Mon., Wed., & Fri. | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.)

235 E. 4th St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-2009

Christ the Victor Lutheran Food Bank

(Tue. & Thu. | 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.)

6173 E. Arizona Farms Rd. Florence, AZ 85132

520-723-4220

Compassion Care Center

(Tue. – Thu. | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.)

37290 N. Schnepf Rd. San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

480-987-0885

(Call for appointment)

Florence Baptist Food Bank

(Fri. | 7 a.m. – Till everything is gone)

30 Willow St. Florence, AZ 85132

520-868-1728

Genesis Project

(Hot Meals Served Mon.-Fri. | 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.)

1050 W. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-225-7757

Gold Canyon Missions

Center Food Bank

(Mon., Wed., Fri. | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

8330 E. Sunrise Sky Dr. Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

480-982-6789

Hope International Food Pantry (October – April; 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Thu.

7 a.m. – 9 a.m.)

(May – September; 1st, 2nd, & 3rd | 6 a.m. – 8 a.m.)

1280 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-233-6699

Living Hope

(2nd & 4th Wed. | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

13270 S. Sunland Gin Rd.

Arizona City, AZ 85123

520-466-7255

Mountain View Church

4815 W. Hunt Hwy. San Tan Valley, AZ 85144

480-677-2100

(Call for appointment)

Salvation Army – Apache Junction

(Tue. – Thu. Drive through pick up only 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

605 E. Broadway Rd.

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-982-4110

Salvation Army – Casa Grande

(Mon. – Fri. | 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

1333 N. Center Ave.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-421-4480

Santa Cruz Valley Food Bank (CAHRA)

(Mon. & Fri. | 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.)

109 N. Sunshine Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-1112

Seeds of Hope – Free meal (Mon. – Sat. | 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

Fountains of Living Water Church

518 E. 2nd St.

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-6335

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

(Mon. – Fri. | 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)

405 E. 2nd St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-2009

St. George Help for the Needy Pantry (Tue., Wed., & Thu. | 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.)

300 E. 16th Ave.

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-982-2929

Stanfield Food Pantry

615 S. Stanfield Rd. Stanfield, AZ 85172

520-450-7985 (call for schedule)

Tri-Community Food Bank

(Mon. – Thu. & Sat. | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) 108 Redwood Dr. Mammoth, AZ 85618

520-487-2010

United Food Bank Pinal –Empowerment

(3rd Wed. | 7:45 a.m. – 9 a.m.)

2066 W. Apache Trl., Ste. 116 Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-367-6937

Fraud – Reporting

Also see Law Enforcement Agencies

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194

520-836-2758

Toll-free: 800-293-9393

Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Information and Complaints

2005 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004

602-542-5763

consumerinfo@azag.gov  www.azag.gov/complaints/consumer

Gila County Attorney’s Office

1400 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501 928-402-8630

Pinal County Attorney’s Office

971 N. Jason Lopez Cir. Florence, AZ 85132

520-866-6271

Fiduciary Services

The office of the Public Fiduciary was created by the Arizona State Legislature to help individuals who have no one else willing or able to handle their medical care and placement or their finances. Normally, Public Fiduciaries handle the affairs of persons who are low-income, vulnerable and incapacitated.

Gila County Public Fiduciary

5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 800 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3149

Pinal County Public Fiduciary

971 N. Jason Lopez Cir., Bldg. G Mail: PO Box 808 Florence, AZ 85132 520-866-7252

Government Offices

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Government

1400 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3231

Toll-free: 800-304-4452

www.gilacountyaz.gov

City of Globe

150 N. Pine St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-7146

www.globeaz.gov

Town of Hayden

520 N. Velasco Ave. (Mail: PO Box B) Hayden, AZ 85135

520-356-7801

www.townofhaydenaz.gov

Town of Miami

500 W. Sullivan St. Miami, AZ 85539

928-473-4403

www.miamiaz.gov

Town of Payson

303 N. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-5242

www.paysonaz.gov

Town of Winkelman

206 Giffin Ave. Winkelman, AZ 85192

520-356-7854

https://winkelmanaz.gov

 PINAL COUNTY

Pinal County Government

31 N. Pinal St. Florence, AZ 85132

520-509-3555 or 888-431-1311

www.pinalcountyaz.gov

City of Apache Junction

300 E. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-982-8002

www.ajcity.net

City of Casa Grande

510 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-421-8600

www.casagrandeaz.gov

City of Coolidge

130 W. Central Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-5361

www.coolidgeaz.com

City of Eloy

595 N. C St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-9201

https://eloyaz.gov

Town of Florence

775 N. Main St. (Mail: P.O. Box 2670) Florence, AZ 85132

520-868-7500

www.florenceaz.gov

Town of Kearny

912-C Tilbury Dr. (Mail: P.O. Box 639) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5547

www.kearnyaz.gov

Town of Mammoth

125 N. Clark St. (Mail: P.O. Box 130) Mammoth, AZ 85618

520-487-2331

http://townofmammoth.us

City of Maricopa

39700 W. Civic Center Plz. Maricopa, AZ 85138

520-568-9098

www.maricopa-az.gov

Town of Queen Creek

22358 S. Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85142

480-358-3000

www.queencreek.org

Town of Superior

199 N. Lobb Ave. Superior, AZ 85173

520-689-5752

https://superioraz.gov

Health

Care

A variety of programs are available to help with health care needs of seniors and disabled adults. Some of these programs are listed below. Also see Hospitals and Urgent Care Facilities.

 GILA COUNTY

Billet Health

3850 N. Broad St. Globe, AZ 85501

833-224-5538

(Serving Globe and surrounding communities)

Gila County Health Services

5515 South Apache Ave., Ste. 100 Globe, AZ 85501 928-402-8811

Gila County Health Services

110 W. Main St., Ste. A Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-1210

 PINAL COUNTY

Pinal County Public Health Services District

971 N. Jason Lopez Cir., Bldg. D (Mail: PO Box 2945) Florence, AZ 85132

Toll-free: 866-960-0633 http://pinalcountyaz.gov/publichealth

Pinal County Public Health Clinics

Call for general information and appointments Toll-free: 866-960-0633 Mon.–Fri. | 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Apache Junction Clinic

575 N. Idaho St., Ste. 301

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

Nursing: Tues. – Fri. | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Casa Grande Clinic

1729 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. 120 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Nursing: Mon. – Fri. | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Coolidge Clinic 119 W. Central Coolidge, AZ 85128

Nursing: Wed. – Thurs. | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Eloy Clinic

302 E. 5th St. Eloy, AZ 85131

Nursing: 2nd Tues. of every month from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Cobre Valley Kearny Clinic 100 Tilbury Dr. Kearny, AZ 85137

Maricopa Clinic

41600 W. Smith-Enke Rd., Ste. 110 Maricopa, AZ 85138

Nursing: Tues. & Wed. | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Oracle Clinic

1870 W. American Ave. Oracle, AZ 85623

San Manuel Clinic (held at Sun Life Clinic) 23 S. McNab Pkwy. San Manuel, AZ 85631

San Tan Valley Clinic

36235 N. Gantzel Rd.

San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

Nursing: Mon – Thurs, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Superior Clinic

60 E. Main St. Superior, AZ 85173

Horizon Health & Wellness

Apache Junction

625 N. Plaza Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 833-431-4449

Casa Grande

210 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 833-431-4449

Queen Creek

22713 S. Ellsworth Rd., Bldg. A, Ste. 101 Queen Creek, AZ 85142 833-431-4449

Sun Life Health

Sun Life Health – Mesa 10032 E. Southern Ave. Mesa, AZ 85209

480-351-2850

Sun Life Health – Casa Grande 1863 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-3446

Sun Life Health – Coolidge 1284 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-9131

Sun Life Health – Eloy

205 N. Stuart Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131 520-466-7883

Sun Life Health – Florence 174 W. Highway 287 Florence, AZ 85132 520-518-5025

Sun Life Health – Maricopa

44572 W. Bowlin Rd. Maricopa, AZ 85138

520-568-2245

Sun Life Health – Oracle

1040 W. American Ave. Oracle, AZ 85623

520-896-2092

Health Education Centers

Eastern Arizona Health Education Center Serves Gila, Graham, Greenlee, and Pinal counties

928-402-8054

Home Care Services

Home care services may include general services provided in the home, such as Personal, Housekeeping, and Attendant Care. Some home health care agencies may also provide services, such as visiting nurses, respite, home health aide services and other in-home medically needed services.

The following are some home care agencies. Please consult your local telephone book if you need more options. (ALTCS or Medicare acceptance noted in parentheses; however, other forms of payment or insurances are taken. Please call to inquire.)

Ability360 (Accepts ALTCS)

1419 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-316-4300

AccentCare (Accepts ALTCS)

1515 E. Florence Blvd., Ste. 102 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Mon. – Fri.

520-316-0290

200 W. Frontier St., Ste. G Payson, AZ 85541

928-404-8000

AIRES, Inc.

(Accepts ALTCS)

580 Camino Mercado, Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-0881

All Ways Caring

211 N. Florence St., Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-476-3736

(serving Pinal and Maricopa)

Amada Home Care

Apache Junction

1075 S. Idaho Rd., Ste 203

Apache Junction, AZ 85120

480-870-2424

(Serving Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Queen Valley, San Tan Valley)

Casa Grande

1118 N. Pinal Ave. Casa Grande, AZ 85120

480-463-1800

(Serving Casa Grande and surrounding areas)

Angels Care Home Health (Accepts Medicare)

Apache Junction

105 S. Delaware Dr., Ste. 6 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-288-4822

Casa Grande

1821 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-876-0622

BrightStar Care

(serving Casa Grande and Maricopa) (Accepts VA)

4515 S. McClintock Dr., Ste. 203 Tempe, AZ 85282

928-433-8409

Casa Grande Home Health Care

550 E. Cottonwood Ln., Ste. D Casa Grande, AZ 85122

623-206-7386

Circle of Life Home Care

1150 E. Florence Blvd., Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-9700

Comfort Keepers

(serving Apache Junction, Maricopa, Queen Creek, & San Tan Valley)

(Accepts ALTCS and Medicare)

1347 N. Alma School Rd., #230 Chandler, AZ 85224

480-573-6525

Copa Health

924 N. Country Club Dr. Mesa, AZ 85201

480-969-3800

Cornerstone Caregiving

820 W. Cottonwood Ln., Ste. 3 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-423-6649

Home Instead Senior Care

(serving Apache Junction, Casa Grande, Eloy, Florence, Gold Canyon, Maricopa, Queen Creek, & San Tan Valley)

3850 E. Baseline Rd., Ste. 128 Mesa, AZ 85206

480-827-4343

Synergy Home Care

(Accepts ALTCS & Medicare)

1835 W. Chandler Blvd., Ste. 201A Chandler, AZ 85224

480-377-6770

Foundation for Senior Living Engagement & Wellness Center

(Accepts ALTCS and some Medicare plans)

1201 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85014

602-285-1800

Visiting Angels

Casa Grande

408 N. Sacaton St., #DD Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-426-4269

(Serving Casa Grande, Florence, Eloy. Arizona City, Coolidge, Maricopa and surrounding areas)

East Valley

1930 S. Alma School Rd., #A101 Mesa, AZ 85210

480-833-8247

(Serving Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley)

Hospice Services

Terminally ill persons, as well as their families, often turn to the compassionate services of hospice. Hospice services focus on maintaining the best quality of life and personal comfort for individuals and their families. Services are available in individual homes, assisted living complexes, group homes, in special hospital units and in many nursing care facilities. Medicare, Medicaid (AHCCCS), and/or private insurance cover hospice care.

Aria Hospice Comfort Care

(Serves Casa Grande area)

5675 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 3101 Tucson, AZ 85704

520-547-7000

Arizona Care Hospice

12035 N. Saguaro Blvd., Ste. 101 Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

480-588-8200

Aviant Hospice

(Parts of Pinal and Gila counties)

136 S. Broad St. Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-5400

General Dentistry

Compassus Living Hope

Casa Grande

1675 E. Monument Plaza Cir., Ste. A Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-421-7315

Payson

511 S. Mud Springs Rd., Ste. 1 & 2

Payson, AZ 85541

928-256-4738

Emblem Hospice

1880 E. River Rd., Ste. 210 Tucson, AZ 85718

520-297-1460

Gentiva Hospice (Pinal County)

1175 E. Cottonwood Ln., Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-233-6116

Heart of Healing Hospice

1729 N. Trekell Rd,, Ste. 122 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-278-5003

Hospice of Payson

900 N. Beeline Hwy., Ste. B Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-2415

Hospice of the Valley

1510 E. Flower St. Bldg. 2 Phoenix, AZ 85014

602-287-7000

Hospice Promise

17235 N. 75th Ave., Ste. #E-175 Glendale, AZ 85308

623-209-7003

Integrity Hospice Care

6877 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Ste. 1 Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

480-426-0255

Soreo Hospice Care & Palliative 442 W. Kortsen Rd., Ste. 103A Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-568-6400

THEMA Health Services

375 S. Sutherland St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-8330

Hospitals and Urgent Care Facilities

 GILA COUNTY

Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center

5880 S. Hospital Dr. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3261

Banner Payson Medical Center

807 S. Ponderosa St. Payson, AZ 85541

928-471-3222

CVRMC Pleasant Valley Clinic

124 N. Tewksbury Blvd. Young AZ 85554 928-462-3435

San Carlos Apache Healthcare

103 Medicine Way Rd. Peridot, AZ 85542

928-475-1400

 PINAL COUNTY

Banner Casa Grande Medical Center

1800 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-381-6300

Banner Goldfield Medical Center

2050 W. Southern Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-733-3300

Banner Health Center (Outpatient treatment center) 17900 N. Porter Rd. Maricopa, AZ 85138 520-233-2500

Banner Ironwood Medical Center

37000 N. Gantzel Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85140

480-394-4000

CVRMC Kearny Clinic

100 Tilbury Dr. Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5573

CVRMC Superior Clinic

1134 US Hwy 60 Superior, AZ 85173

520-689-2423

Florence Hospital at Anthem 4545 N. Hunt Hwy. Florence, AZ 85132 520-868-3333

Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital Huhukam/Gila River Health Care System 483 W. Seed Farm Rd. Sacaton, AZ 85147 520-562-3321

 URGENT CARE

Banner Casa Grande Urgent Care 1676 E. McMurray Blvd., Ste. 1 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-316-0688

NextCare Urgent Care

Apache Junction 2080 W. Southern Ave. Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-985-0172

Casa Grande 1683 E. Florence Blvd., Ste. 7 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-876-0800

Peralta Urgent Care

6740 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Ste. 102 Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 480-616-2500

Stripes Urgent Care

Apache Junction

750 S. Ironwood Dr., Ste. 101 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-982-1265

Gold Canyon

6820 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Ste. 130 Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 480-246-3411

Housing Services

Contact the agencies below to learn about minor home repairs, repairs to heaters and air conditioners, major housing rehabilitation, home weatherization, reverse mortgages and Section 8 and other subsidized housing.

There are Section 8 Housing Voucher Programs, Section 8 Housing complexes and other low-cost housing options for low-income qualifying older adults.

Several apartment complexes subsidize rent for a specified number of units for income-qualified individuals or families. To locate, go to:

Arizona Department of Housing

602-771-1000 https://housing.az.gov

USDA Rural Development

602-280-8701 www.rd.usda.gov/az

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

602-379-7100 www.hud.gov

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Community Action Program — Globe/Miami 5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 200 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-7631

 PINAL COUNTY

City of Coolidge Housing Rehabilitation

131 W. Pinkley Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-5361

Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA)

109 N. Sunshine Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-1112

Eloy Housing Rehabilitation Program Grants

595 N. C St., Ste. 103 Eloy, AZ 85131

520-464-3401

Pinal County Housing Authority

970 Eleven Mile Corner Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194

520-866-7201

Santa Cruz Village Apartments (Central Arizona Aging’s (CAA) Low Income Independent Living Apartment Complex)

118 E. 5th St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7706

West Hospice

Senior Housing

 PINAL COUNTY

Casa Grande Area

Cottonwood Crossing Apartments

1565 N. Wildflower Dr. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-423-2000

Kachina

316 N. Avenue A. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-9400

Palm View Apartments

851 E. Palm Park Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-836-7998

Somerset Manor

802 E. O’Neil Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-426-9956

Villa’s By Mary T

1576 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-5273

Coolidge Area

Coolidge Senior Place

350 W. Spruell Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

602-476-6992

Desert Palm Apartments

1070 N. 8th Pl. Coolidge, AZ 85128

Homestead

375 W. Roosevelt Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-5471

Heritage Glen Senor

Housing Apartments

1040 N. 9th St. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-4414

Homestead

375 W. Roosevelt Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-5471

Florence Area

Florence Park Apartments

401 E. Stewart St. Florence, AZ 85132

520-413-4653

Western Sunrise/Florence

Heights Apartments

980 S. Desoto St. Florence, AZ 85132

520-868-5973

Eloy Area

Desert Vista Apartments

805 N. Sunshine Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7913

Santa Cruz Village Apartments

118 E. 5th St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-836-7998

Park Vista Apartments

401 N. D St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7651

Villas de Sonora

507 W. Alsdorf Rd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7786

Kearny Area

Kearny Manor Apartments 629 Danbury Road Kearny, AZ 8585137 1-844-205-4803

Oracle Area

Oracle Apartments 1256 W. Neal Oracle, AZ 85623 520-896-2618

Superior Area

Arboretum Apartments

199 W. Gray Dr. Superior, AZ 85173 520-689-2112

 GILA COUNTY

Globe Area

Cobre Village 2186 N. Escudilia Dr. Globe, AZ 85501 928-427-7777

Hill Street School 435 Hill St. Globe, AZ 85501 480-406-1984

Pinal Mountain Apartments

979 E. Saguaro Dr. Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-6555

Miami Area

Christina Apartments

1201 Prospect Ave. Miami, AZ 85539 928-473-4238

Payson Area

Canel Apartments

807 S. Westerly Rd. Payson, AZ 85541 928-469-5650

Center Ridge Apartments

105 E. Main St. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-9311

Green Valley Apartments

905 S. McLane Rd. Payson, AZ 85541 928-472-4639

Maurenez Apartments

110 W. Airport Rd. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-8311

Payson Apartments

209 S. Ponderosa Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-6159

Payson Senior Apartments

311 S. McLane Rd. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-6761

Pineview Manor Apartments

304 S. Clark Rd. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-1317

Rim Country Health

Senior Apartments

807 W. Longhorn Rd. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-1120

Indigent Burial Information

The Indigent Burial Program and application process varies by county. No public assistance program can prequalify a decedent or family for this service. Eligibility is generally based on income and assets of both the decedent and the next of kin.

To initiate a referral for the Indigent Burial Program, contact the County Public Fiduciary’s Office nearest you for further information.

Qualified veterans may be buried at the Veteran’s Administration National Memorial Cemetery in Arizona. Another option is whole-body donation (see Whole-Body Donation).

Gila County Public Fiduciary

5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 800 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-3149

Pinal County Public Fiduciary

971 N. Jason Lopez Cir., Bldg. G Florence, AZ 85132

520-866-7252

Law Enforcement Agencies

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Sheriff’s Office – Globe

1425 E. South St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-449

Gila County Sheriff’s Substation – Payson

108 W. Main St. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-2208

Globe Police Department

175 N. Pine St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-5751

Hayden Police Department

601 Hayden Ave. Hayden, AZ 85135

520-356-6205

Miami Police Department

740 W. Sullivan St. Miami, AZ 85539

928-473-2466

Payson Police Department

303 N. Beeline Hwy. #B Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-5177

 PINAL COUNTY

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office 971 N. Jason Lopez Cir., Bldg. C (Mail: PO Box 867) Florence, AZ 85132

520-866-5111

Ak-Chin Police Department

45525 W. Farrell Rd. Maricopa, AZ 85139 520-568-1200

Apache Junction Police Department

1001 N. Idaho Rd. (Mail: 300 E. Superstition Blvd.) Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-982-8260

Casa Grande Police Department

373 W. Val Vista Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-421-8700

Coolidge Police Department 911 S. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-5311

Eloy Police Department

630 N. Main St. Eloy, AZ 85131 520-466-7324

Florence Police Department

425 N. Pinal St. (Mail: PO Box 2670) Florence, AZ 85132

520-868-7681

Gila River Police Department

693 W. Seed Farm Rd. (Mail: PO Box 2186) Sacaton, AZ 85147

520-562-4511

Kearny Police Department

355 Alden Rd (Mail: PO Box 639) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5566

Mammoth Police Department

125 N. Clark Rd. (Mail: PO Box 130) Mammoth, AZ 85618

520-487-2347

Maricopa Police Department

18135 N. Park Plaza Maricopa, AZ 85138 520-316-6800

Superior Police Department

199 N. Lobb Ave. Superior, AZ 85173

520-866-5111

Legal Services

Even if resources make a private attorney unaffordable for older adults, there are many legal assistance programs to turn to for help with legal questions, wills, estate planning and government benefits. Some of those programs are listed here.

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194-7432

520-836-2758

Toll-free: 800-293-9393

Fax: 520-424-2033

If you are 60 years of age or older, the PGCSC Legal Help Line is available to help you at no cost by calling the number listed above. Although there are no fees for services, donations are gladly accepted.

CAA’s qualified legal professionals can help with:

• Stop Collection Effort Letters

• Beneficiary Deeds (document preparation only)

• Cremation Directives

• Fraud, Exploitation and Abuse

• Informal Probate

(document preparation only)

• Affidavits to Transfer Real Property

• Affidavits to Collect Personal Property

• Landlord/Tenant Problems

• Power of Attorney (Medical and Mental Health Care)

• Revocation of Powers of Attorney

• Wills & Living Wills

• Consumer

There are other free legal service agencies throughout the state for people with low incomes. Contact the office nearest you.

 NATIONWIDE

Law for Seniors

www.LawForSeniors.org

 STATEWIDE

AZLawHelp

(Free or reduced fee legal help if eligible)

866-637-5341

www.AZLawHelp.org

Elder Law Hotline (age 60+)

Toll-free: 800-231-5441

Arizona Center for Disability Law

5025 E. Washington St., Ste. 202 Phoenix, AZ 85034

602-274-6287 or 800-927-2260

Community Legal Services

305 S. 2nd Ave. (Mail: PO Box 21538) Phoenix, AZ 85036

602-258-3434 or 800-852-9075

https://clsaz.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

3300 N. Central Ave., Ste. 690 Phoenix, AZ 85012

Toll-free: 800-669-4000

www.eeoc.gov

Family Lawyers Assistance Project (Designed to assist people representing themselves)

201 W. Jefferson St., 6th floor Phoenix, AZ 85003

602-506-7948

Friendly House (Immigration Legal Services)

113 W. Sherman St. Phoenix, AZ 85003

602-257-1870

www.friendlyhouse.org/immigration

Arizona Attorney General Resources Arizona Attorney General’s Office 602-542-5025 www.azag.gov

Consumer Scams/Senior Abuse/ Senior Resources

602-542-2124 or 844-894-4735

www.azag.gov/seniors

 PINAL COUNTY

Southern Arizona Legal Aid

1729 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. 101 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-316-8076

www.sazlegalaid.org

Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project (FIRRP) PO Box 86299 Tucson, AZ 85754-6299

602-307-1008 or 520-777-5600 https://firrp.org

Four Rivers Indian Legal Services

403 Seed Farm Rd. (Mail: PO Box 68) Sacaton, AZ 85147

520-562-3369

Libraries

 GILA COUNTY

Globe Public Library

339 S. Broad St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-6111

Hayden Public Library

219 W. 5th Ave. Hayden, AZ 85135

928-200-2997

Isabelle Hunt

Memorial Public Library

6124 N. Randall Pl. (Mail: PO Box 229) Pine, AZ 85544

928-476-3678

Miami Memorial Library

282 S. Adonis Ave. Miami, AZ 85539

928-473-2621

Payson Public Library

328 N. McLane Rd. Payson, AZ 85541

928-474-9260

San Carlos Public Library

89 San Carlos Ave. (Mail: PO Box 545) San Carlos, AZ 85550

928-475-2611

Tonto Basin Public Library

415 Old Highway 188 (Mail: PO Box 368) Tonto Basin, AZ 85553

928-479-2355

Young Public Library

124 S. Midway Ave. (Mail: PO Box 150) Young, AZ 85554

928-462-3588

 PINAL COUNTY Apache Junction Public Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-474-8555

Arizona City Community Library 13254 S. Sunland Gin Rd. Arizona City, AZ 85123 520-866-7740

City of Casa Grande Public Library

449 N. Drylake St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-421-8710

(Casa Grande) Vista Grande Public Library

1556 N. Arizola Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-421-8652

Coolidge Public Library

160 W. Central Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-6030

Eloy Santa Cruz Library

1000 N. Main St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-3814

Viney Jones Library and Community Center

778 N. Main St. (Mail: PO Box 2670) Florence, AZ 85132 520-868-7589

Kearny Public Library

912-A Tilbury Dr. (Mail: PO Box 220) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5861

Mammoth Public Library

125 N. Clark Rd. (Mail: PO Box 549) Mammoth, AZ 85618

520-487-2026

Maricopa Public Library

18160 N. Maya Angelou Dr. Maricopa. AZ 85138 520-568-2926

Oracle Public Library

565 E. American Ave. Oracle, AZ 85623 520-896-2121

San Manuel Library

108 W. 5th Ave. San Manuel, AZ 85631

520-385-4470

Superior Public Library

99 N. Kellner Ave. Superior, AZ 85173

520-689-2327

Life Long Learning

Community Colleges offer a wide array of classes and learning opportunities, many of which are of special interest to older adults. If you would like to learn to use the computer, surf the Internet, learn more about your hobby, brush up on your Spanish or prepare for a new job, your community college is the place to start.

 GILA COUNTY

Gila Community College

- Gila Pueblo Campus

8274 S. Six Shooter Canyon Rd. (Mail: PO Box 2656) Globe, AZ 85501-2656

928-425-8481

www.gilaccc.org

Gila Community College - Payson Campus

201 N. Mud Springs Rd. (Mail: PO Box 359) Payson, AZ 85541-4426 928-468-8039

www.gilaccc.org

 PINAL COUNTY Central Arizona College www.centralaz.edu

Aravaipa Campus

80440 E. Aravaipa Rd. Winkelman, AZ 85192

520-494-5111 or 866-869-6507

Maricopa Campus

17945 N. Regent Dr. Maricopa, AZ 85138

520-494-5111

San Tan Campus

3736 E. Bella Vista Rd. San Tan Valley, AZ 85143 520-494-5111

Signal Peak Campus

8470 N. Overfield Rd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-494-5111 or 800-237-9814

Superstition Mountain Campus

805 S. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119 520-494-5111

Long Term Care

Long term care is a term used to cover a variety of services to help individuals who live with illness, disability or functional limitations that require care over a long period of time.

There are three basic types of long term care: home and community based services, residential services and nursing home care facilities.

Long term care can be paid by Medicaid, known in Arizona as the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS), if the individual meets financial and functional criteria, or some of the costs may be paid by private insurance.

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) may be able to provide some home and community services. (See the Home Care Services section of this Guide for additional resources.)

Meals – Home Delivered

The Meals On Wheels program provides home-delivered meals to homebound elderly adults and persons with disabilities who are at risk of losing their independence due to poor nutrition and support. CAA serves homebound individuals (age 60 and over) and those 18-59 with a doctor-certified disability. This effort is made possible through partnerships with senior center providers in our communities. Donations are encouraged and allow the program to continue or expand. (Note—All seniors may enjoy a noonday meal served at most senior centers. See the Senior Centers section for contact information.)

For home-delivered meals referrals, call Central Arizona Aging (CAA) at 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393.

Medicare and Benefit Assistance

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

Many older adults and their caregivers are overwhelmed when trying to navigate Medicare and other benefit options. There are trained benefits counselors who can help you work through the problems encountered most often when applying for benefits. They can also act as advocates on behalf of individuals who apply for and obtain the benefits to which they are entitled.The SHIP program is a free health benefits counseling program for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Their mission is to educate, advocate, counsel and empower people to make informed benefits decisions. SHIP is an independent program by federal agencies and is not affiliated with the

insurance industry. The program is a partnership of the Department of Economic Security Division of Aging and Adult Services and the Area Agencies on Aging.

The SMP program is designed to involve retired professionals as volunteers in the education of their peers, in safeguarding the Medicare and Medicaid programs. The Senior Patrol Volunteers are part of the SHIP program. They are seniors who help fight and prevent Medicare/Medicaid fraud and abuse.

Benefits counseling and casework can be obtained by contacting: Central Arizona Aging (CAA) 8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194

520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

 NATIONWIDE Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services www.cms.gov

Health Insurance Quotes Toll-free:800-596-1715 www.HealthInsurance.com

Medicare Toll-free: 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227) www.medicare.gov

Medicare Rx Access Network (Rx Advocacy Group)

Medicare Rights Center Toll-free: 800-333-4114 www.MedicareRights.org

My Medicare Matters National Council on Aging www.MyMedicareMatters.org

Ombudsman

A Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a specially trained advocate who seeks to resolve complaints on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Ombudsmen are given the authority to receive, investigate, and assist in resolving complaints on behalf of residents through federal and state law.

 PINAL AND GILA COUNTIES

Arizona Department of Economic Security

Long-Term Care Ombudsman

1789 W. Jefferson St., Mail Drop 6288 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-542-6454

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) 8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

Prescription Assistance

Prescriptions are often expensive. Many drug manufacturers have private prescription assistance programs that you may qualify for. Contact them directly for information.

Prescription Assistance Programs

AIDS Drug Assistance Program 800-334-1540

Benefits Checkup

National Council on Aging www.BenefitsCheckUp.org

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

520-836-2758 or 1-800-293-9393

Medicare Prescription Assistance

www.ssa.gov/medicare/ prescriptionhelp

Partnership for Prescription Assistance

Assistance finding a prescription medication program for free or very low cost.

https://medicineassistancetool.org

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)

Statewide hotline: 800-432-4040 (leave message)

VA Benefits

www.va.gov/healthbenefits/access/ prescriptions.asp

Prescription Discount Cards

GoodRx 1-855-268-2822 https://www.goodrx.com

Statewide Prescription Assistance Program (PAP)

Free pharmacy coupon card 877-321-6755 www.arizonarxcard.com

FamilyWize

Prescription Savings Cards

844-234-3057

https://familywize.org

Prescription and Over the Counter Medication Disposal

Prescription medication should be disposed of properly. It should never be left where children might have access to it, nor should it be flushed down the toilet or thrown into a landfill where it could seep into and contaminate the water supply.

Medication drop boxes are the best place to get rid of old or unwanted medications. These drop boxes are located in many communities in Pinal and Gila counties. Addresses are listed below; please call for information and hours.

 GILA COUNTY

Globe

Gila County Sheriff’s Office

1425 E South St. 928-425-4449

Globe Police Department

175 N. Pine St. 928-425-5751

Hayden Hayden Police Department 601 Hayden Ave. 520-356-6205

Miami Miami Police Department

740 W. Sullivan St. 928-473-2466

Payson

Gila County Sheriff’s Substation

108 W. Main St. 928-474-2208

Payson Police Department

303 N. Beeline Hwy. 928-474-5177

Peridot

San Carlos Apache Healthcare Pharmacy

103 Medicine Way Rd. 928-475-1400

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction

Apache Junction Police Department

1001 N. Idaho Rd.

480-982-8260

Sun Life Health

2080 W. Southern Ave., Ste. B-10

480-351-2850

Walgreens

55 W. Apache Trl.

480-288-1271

Arizona City

Pinal County Sheriff’s

Office Substation

13970 S. Sunland Gin Rd.

520-866-5850

Casa Grande

Banner Family Pharmacy

1800 E. Florence Blvd. 520-381-6400

Casa Grande Police Department

373 W. Val Vista Blvd. 520-421-8700

Healthcare Medical Waste Services

1305 N. V I P Blvd.

520-316-9207

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Substation

820 E. Cottonwood Ln.

520-866-7419

Sun Life Health

1863 E. Florence Blvd. 520-836-3446

Walgreens

1514 E. Florence Blvd. 520-836-2787

Coolidge

Coolidge Police Department

911 S. Arizona Blvd. 520-723-5311

Eloy

Eloy Police Department 630 N. Main St. 520-466-7324

Sun Life Health

205 N. Stuart Blvd. 520-466-7883

Florence

Florence Fire Station & Police Substation 2035 N. Hunt Hwy. 520-868-7500

Florence Police Department

425 N. Pinal St. 520-868-7681

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office 971 N. Jason Lopez Cir., Bldg. C 520-866-6800

Sun Life Health

174 W. Highway 287 520-868-5811

Gold Canyon

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Substation 5750 S. Kings Ranch Rd. 520-866-8120

Kearny Kearny Police Department 355 Alden Rd. 520-363-5566

Mammoth Mammoth Police Department 125 N. Clark Rd. 520-487-2347

Maricopa CVS Pharmacy 44274 W. Smith Enke Rd. 520-568-8290

Maricopa Police Department 18135 N. Park Plaza Maricopa, AZ 520-316-6800

Maricopa Police Department Substation 17985 N. Greythorn Dr. (bin in lobby)

Sun Life Health 44572 W. Bowlin Rd. 520-568-2245

Walmart Supercenter 41650 W. Maricopa Casa Grande Hwy. (bin by pharmacy)

Oracle

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Substation 1470 N. Justice Dr. 520-896-2992

Queen Creek CVS Pharmacy 21201 E. Ocotillo Rd. 480-987-1615

San Manuel

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Substation

28380 S. Veterans Memorial Blvd. 520-866-7880

Sun Life Health 23 McNab Pkwy. 520-385-2234

San Tan Valley

Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Substation

40815 N. Ironwood Rd. 520-866-5111

Superior Superior Police Department 199 N. Lobb Ave. 520-866-5111

Property Tax Exemptions and Senior “Freeze” Programs

County Assessor Offices have various programs that may help older adults with their property taxes. Taxes may be reduced and/or temporarily protected from increases through property tax exemptions or through a senior property valuation protection program.

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Assessor’s Office 1400 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-402-8714

www.gilacountyaz.gov/government/ assessor

Senior Freeze

(Applications accepted January 2ndSeptember 1st): www.gilacountyaz.gov/ government/assessor/senior_property_ valuation_protection.php

Widow/Widower/Disabled Exemptions

(Applications accepted JanuaryMarch 1st): www.gilacountyaz.gov/ government/assessor/tax_exemptions. php

 PINAL COUNTY

Pinal County Assessor’s Office

31 N. Pinal St., Bldg. E (Mail: PO Box 709) Florence, AZ 85132

520-866-6361

(Same # for Casa Grande office) www.pinalcountyaz.gov/Assessor

Senior Freeze

(Applications accepted March 1st through September 1st, 2024): http:// pinalcountyaz.gov/Assessor/Pages/ SeniorFreeze.aspx

Widow/Widower/Disabled Exemptions

(Applications accepted 1st Monday of January through last day of February): www.pinal.gov/680/Exemptions

Recreation Departments

Recreation departments, libraries, and various clubs in each community provide opportunities for recreational activities and social events on a regular basis. Senior Centers offer additional opportunities (see Libraries and Senior Centers).

 GILA COUNTY

City of Globe

150 N. Pine St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-7146

www.globeaz.gov/departments/ recreation

Town of Hayden

520 Velasco Ave. (Mail: P.O. Box B) Hayden, AZ 85135 520-356-7801

Town of Miami

500 W. Sullivan St. Miami, AZ 85539 928-473-4403

Town of Payson

303 N. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-5242

www.paysonaz.gov

Town of Winkelman

206 Giffin Ave. (Mail: P.O. Box 386) Winkelman, AZ 85192

520-356-7854

 PINAL COUNTY

City of Apache Junction

300 E. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119

480-982-8002

www.ajcity.net

City of Casa Grande Community Recreation Center

1905 N. Peart Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

520-421-8677

https://casagrandeaz.gov/crc

City of Coolidge

130 W. Central Ave. Coolidge, AZ 85128

520-723-5361

www.coolidgeaz.com

City of Eloy (Community Services)

100 E. 7th St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-7351

https://eloyaz.gov/186/CommunityServices

Town of Florence

775 N. Main St. (Mail: PO Box 2670) Florence, AZ 85132 520-868-7500

www.florenceaz.gov

Town of Kearny

912-C Tilbury Dr. (Mail: P O Box 639) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5547

Town of Mammoth

125 N. Clark St. (Mail: PO Box 130) Mammoth, AZ 85618 520-487-2331

http://townofmammoth.us

City of Maricopa

39700 W. Civic Center Plaza Maricopa, AZ 85138

520-568-9098

www.maricopa-az.gov

Town of Queen Creek Library Recreation Annex

21802 S. Ellsworth Rd. Queen Creek, AZ 85142 480-358-3700

www.queencreekaz.gov/departments/ parks-recreation/contact-recreationservices-division

Rehabilitation and Disability Services

Individuals who have physical disabilities or challenges may benefit from the various programs offered to address their special needs. There are a number of private and nonprofit agencies which provide physical rehabilitation services; these are best located using your local telephone directory or the internet.

Listed below are DES vocational rehabilitation services and Centers for Independent Living Services (CILS) for individuals who are no longer able to do the work they once did or have a disability, but are looking for help to train for a new type of work.

 GILA COUNTY

DES Vocational Rehabilitation

605 S. 7th St. Globe, AZ 85501 928- 425-3101

DES Vocational Rehabilitation

100 N. Tonto St., Ste. 100 Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-9829

 PINAL COUNTY

DES Vocational Rehabilitation Centers 11518 E. Apache Trl., Ste. 120 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-983-0427

1155 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-5351

Centers for Independent Living Ability 360 602-386-4566 https://ability360.org

Respite Care and Resources

Respite care is intended to give unpaid caregivers a break. It is designed to help relieve caregiver stress and burn-out.

Arizona Caregiver Coalition 888-737-7494

http://azcaregiver.org

Arizona Lifespan Respite Program DES/Division of Aging and Adult Services

1717 W. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-781-5814

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194 520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393

National Respite Locator Service http://archrespite.org/respitelocator

 PINAL COUNTY

Arbor Rose Senior Care

6033 E. Arbor Ave. Mesa, AZ 85206 480-654-8200

Avista Senior Living - Casa Grande 1640 N. Peart Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-316-8041

Oakwood Creative Care (Day Club) Town Center Location

247 N. MacDonald Mesa, AZ 85201 480-464-1061

Oakwood Creative Care (Day Club) Red Mountain Location

7550 E. Adobe Rd. Mesa, AZ 85207 480-641-7644

Senior Centers

Each Senior Center in Pinal and Gila counties is unique in the programs and services offered. Senior Centers usually serve a noonday meal and offer a variety of social and recreational activities. Many Senior Centers offer ongoing educational and exercise programs. Many times transportation to and from the Senior Center is available.

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) has staff members in various departments who visit Senior Centers on a regular basis to provide additional assistance, such as for legal services or help with Medicare problems.

 GILA COUNTY

Globe Active Adult Center

579 S. Broad St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-9030

Hayden Senior Center

520 Velasco Ave.

(Mail: P.O. Box B) Hayden, AZ 85135 520-356-7035

Miami Senior Center

506 W. Live Oak St. Miami, AZ 85539

928-473-4190

Payson Senior Center

514 W. Main St. Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-4876

Pine-Strawberry Senior Center

Highway 87 & Randall Pl. (Mail: PO Box 1281) Pine, AZ 85544 928-476-2151

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction Active Adult Center 1035 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ 85119 480-474-5260

Coolidge Adult Center

250 S. 3rd St. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-4803

Dorothy Nolan Senior Center (Florence Senior Center)

330 N. Pinal St. (Mail: PO Box 2670) Florence, AZ 85132 520-868-7622

Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center

(Casa Grande Senior Center) 405 E. 6th St. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-421-8760

Eloy Adult Center

3650 W. Shedd Rd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-3166

Kearny Senior Center 912-E Tilbury Dr. Constitution Hall (Mail: PO Box 639) Kearny, AZ 85137

520-363-5071

Oracle Community Center (Includes senior activities)

685 E. American Ave. (Mail: PO Box 1382) Oracle, AZ 85623 520-896-9326

San Manuel Senior Center

210 S. Avenue A San Manuel, AZ 85631

Superior Senior Center

360 W. Main St. Superior, AZ 85173 520-689-5182

Social Security

Two of the most important programs for older adults are Social Security for income and Medicare for health, hospitalization and prescriptions. Central Arizona Aging (CAA) has counselors trained to help you understand your options under both of these programs. (Also see Medicare and Benefit Assistance)

Central Arizona Aging (CAA)

8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194-7432

520-836-2758 or 800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

Social Security Administration

Toll-free: 800-772-1213

Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. www.ssa.gov

Field Offices:

Apache Junction

Social Security Office

253 W. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, AZ 85120

800-772-1213

Casa Grande Social Security Office

1637 E. Monument Plaza Cir., Ste. 2 Casa Grande, AZ 85122

800-772-1213

Globe Social Security Office

1405 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501

800-772-1213

Support Groups and Self-Help Groups

These groups bring together individuals who are experiencing similar types of problems. Many times, a professional may lead or be part of the group. Groups may help individuals cope with an illness, bereavement or other challenging life experience.

 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) AND AL-ANON

Alcoholics Anonymous

(For dates, times and locations of meetings)

24-Hour Help Line: 602-264-1341 www.aaphoenix.org/meetings

 ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUPS

Temporarily virtual

– Call for information on how to connect: Central Arizona Aging (CAA) 520-836-2758

Toll-free: 800-293-9393

Apache Junction Apache Junction Active Adult Center

2nd Thu. of each month.

1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m 1035 N. Idaho Rd.

Casa Grande Avista Senior Living

4th Wed. of each month, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

1640 N. Peart Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Florence Dorothy Nolan Senior Center

2nd Thu. of each month, 10 a.m – 11:30 a.m.

330 N. Pinal St. Florence, AZ 85132

Globe

Globe Active Adult Center

2nd Tue. of each month 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

579 S. Broad St.

Maricopa Senior Center

3rd Wed. of each month

10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

41614 W. Smith Enke Rd., Ste. 100

Payson

High Country Seniors

1st and 3rd Wed. of each month, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 215 N. Beeline Hwy. 928-596-4740

Virtual Via Zoom

2nd Tue. of each month, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. All locations welcome

 BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT AND COUNSELING

Compassus — Payson 511 S. Mud Springs Rd. 928-238-2586

Compassus — Casa Grande 1821 N. Trekell Rd., Ste. 8 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-376-1214

Hospice Family Care — Casa Grande 520-233-6116

 CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Arizona Caregiver Coalition

Caregiver Resource Line: 888-737-7494 www.azcaregiver.org

 DOMESTIC ABUSE/VIOLENCE Against Abuse, Inc.

Casa Grande, AZ: 520-836-1239

24-Hour Crisis Line: 520-836-0858 www.against-abuse.org

Community Alliance Against Family Abuse

Support groups in Apache Junction, Florence, and San Tan Valley 480-982-0205

24-Hour Crisis Line: 480-890-3039 or 480-733-3028 www.turnanewleaf.org

 GAMBLING ADDICTION

Arizona Office of Problem Gambling 602-542-8998

24/7 line text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or call 1-800-NEXT-S https://problemgambling.az.gov

Gamblers Anonymous Valley hotline: 602-266-9784 https://gaphoenix.org

 NARCOTICS ADDICTION

Arizona Region of Narcotics Anonymous

Meeting locations and information www.arizona-na.org

 TAX ASSISTANCE (INCOME TAX)

There is free help available for older adults as well as homebound older adults to complete and file their federal and state income tax returns. Assistance is available in almost every city and town in Arizona, primarily through volunteers who pitch in to help out. Dates, times and locations for tax help change every year. During tax season, the following organizations will have free tax help information.

IRS Tax Information for Seniors www.irs.gov/individuals/seniorsretirees

Gila County Community Action Program through VITA

Northern Gila County: 928-474-7192

Southern Gila County: 928-425-7631

Other Gila County areas: 800-304-4452

AARP Foundation Tax Aide

888-687-2277

www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_ taxaide

Telephone Assistance

Emergency cell phones are available through local law enforcement agencies.

Arizona Lifeline Information

– Lifeline provides subscribers with a discount on monthly telephone service purchased from participating providers in the marketplace. https://www.azlifeline.net/

Telephone Reassurance

Provides a friendly phone call each day to check on the wellbeing of individuals who have requested this service.

Casa Grande Police Department

Phone Patrol

Volunteers call twice a day to check on Casa Grande seniors. 520-518-5518

City of Maricopa You Are Not Alone (YANA) Program

520-316-6800, ext. 1234

Transportation

Many Senior Centers in Pinal and Gila counties offer at least limited transportation assistance. They can usually provide rides to and from Senior Centers and, at times, they can provide rides to shopping, medical appointments and recreational events. Specialized transportation assistance is available in some communities. (See Senior Centers for the Senior Center in your area)

 GILA COUNTY

Globe / Miami

Copper Mountain Transit 928-473-8222

Payson

Payson Senior Express (Monday - Thurdsay) Senior Center 928-474-4876

Cowboy Smokes Transportation 928-701-7877

Payson Transportation 480-672-9000

San Carlos/Safford/Globe

San Carlos Nnee Bich’o Nii Transit Services 928-475-5023/5024

 PINAL COUNTY

Apache Junction

Cab/Rideshare

Reimbursement Program

480-474-5260

Casa Grande Links

520-509-6900

https://casagrandeaz.gov/343/CasaGrande-LINK-Transit

Coolidge

Cotton Express

520-723-7195

Coolidge to Neighboring Communities

Central Arizona Regional Transit (CART)

Florence Give-A-Lift

520-868-7648

Kearny / Mammoth / Oracle / SaddleBrooke / San Manuel / Superior / Hayden / Winkelman

On the Go Express (Medical appointments, grocery shopping for non-AHCCCS clients)

1-800-208-6897, Ext. 4508

Maricopa

Maricopa Express Transit (MET) (Service to Chandler and Casa Grande suspended 1/1/2021)

833-638-7433

Seniors Only Services

480-450-9465

TRIAD

A partnership of the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office, the Pinal County Attorney’s Office and volunteers, TRIAD works to identify areas of concern for senior citizens and concentrates on finding solutions. Several communities within Pinal County have a TRIAD in place. Programs may include, but are not limited to:

Home Alone Units: Volunteers install a pendant system in the home that can be activated for an emergency call in case the person is unable to reach the phone.

Lock Boxes: Lock boxes are available for those who would like emergency responders to have access to their homes in an emergency. They are often given out in conjunction with the Home Alone Unit.

Refrigerator Medical Cards: This is a medical information form printed on two sides of a yellow card the size of a half sheet of paper. It is placed on the front of the refrigerator and, in an emergency, provides first responders or emergency medical personnel with essential information.

The Pinal County Attorney’s Office Community Liaison can direct you to a TRIAD in your area: 520-866-6271 (ask for Community Liaison)

Unemployment

AZ Unemployment Insurance Call Center (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

Toll-free: 877-600-2722

DES/Arizona@Work

– Business & Career Center

820 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-866-3600

https://arizonaatwork.com

Arizona@Work

5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 200 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-7631

United Fund Giving and Support

United Way of Pinal County

1269 N. Promenade Pkwy., Ste. 104 (Mail: PO Box 10541) Casa Grande, AZ 85194 520-836-0736 http://unitedwayofpc.org

United Fund of Globe-Miami, Inc. 928-961-1428 www.ufglobemiami.com

Utility Assistance

Some utility companies may provide assistance in limited situations. Contact your local utilities for information. The Community Action Programs can also provide utility assistance and are listed below:

 GILA COUNTY

Gila County Community Services Division

5515 S. Apache Ave., Ste. 200 Globe, AZ 85501

928-425-7631

Gila County Community Action Program

514 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ 85541 928-425-7631

 PINAL COUNTY

Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA)

109 N. Sunshine Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-466-1112

Veterans Assistance

 NATIONWIDE

National Homeless Veterans Resource Line

877-424-3838

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs www.va.gov

Veterans Crisis Line: 988, press 1 www.veteranscrisisline.net

VA Family Caregiver Program

Toll free Caregiver Support Line: 855-260-3274 www.caregiver.va.gov/support/ support_benefits.asp

 STATEWIDE

American Legion Office

4701 N. 19th Ave., Ste. 200 Phoenix, AZ 85015

602-264-7706

Arizona Army National Guard HQ 5636 E. McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85008

602-267-2555

Arizona Coalition for Military Families

602-753-8802 www.arizonacoalition.org

The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (ADVS) 1688 W. Adams St. Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-255-3373 https://dvs.az.gov

Be Connected Program

866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) https://beconnectedaz.org

Coaching into Care VA

Family Call Center

(Provides coaching to family and friends of Veterans who see that a Veteran in their life may be having difficulty adjusting to civilian life.)

888-823-7458

www.mirecc.va.gov/coaching

Eloy Veterans Center

316 N. Main St. Eloy, AZ 85131

520-423-4255

Phoenix VA Health Care System

650 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85012

602-277-5551/toll-free: 888-214-7264

Science Care Body Donation

Veterans Program

– Veterans Burial Benefits

2001 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste. 175 Phoenix, AZ 85027

800-417-3747

www.sciencecare.com/body-donation/ bd-resources/veterans

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System

3601 S. 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ 85723

520-792-1450

 GILA COUNTY

Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services

1106 N. Beeline Hwy Payson, AZ 85541 928-472-3148

Globe VA Clinic

5860 S. Hospital Dr., Ste. 111 Globe, AZ 85501 928-425-0027

Nation’s Finest

1515 E. Cedar Ave., Ste. A-5 Flagstaff, AZ 86004 928-266-1984

Payson VA Clinic

903 E. Highway 260, Ste. 2 Payson, AZ 85541

928-363-1081

Veterans Helping Veterans

600 E. State Hwy 260, Unit 8 Payson, AZ 85541 928-978-5238

www.vhvinc.org

 PINAL COUNTY

Casa Grande Community Based Outpatient Clinic (Primary Care Services for Veterans) 1876 E. Sabin Dr., Bldg. A, Ste. 15 Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-2536 www.tucson.va.gov/locations/ CasaGrande.asp

Pinal County VA Clinic

1179 E. Cottonwood Ln. Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-629-4801

Volunteer Opportunities and Programs

There are many volunteer opportunities for older adults who want to stay active and contribute to the community. Interested volunteers may contact the following:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona 1615 E. Osborn Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-264-9254 www.bbbsaz.org/volunteer

Central Arizona Aging (CAA) 8969 W. McCartney Rd. Casa Grande, AZ 85194 (520) 836-2758 or 800-293-9393 www.caaging.org

Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA) 109 N. Sunshine Blvd. Eloy, AZ 85131 520-466-1112 https://www.cahra.org/volunteers

East Valley RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) www.volunteermatch.org/search/ org43053.jsp

United Way of Pinal County

1269 N. Promenade Pkwy., Ste. 104 (Mail: PO Box 10541) Casa Grande, AZ 85130 520-836-0736 www.UnitedWayofPC.org

Voting

Information

Elected officials make changes to programs and services based on what they think is important to the people they represent. The MOST influential individuals are REGISTERED VOTERS. It is important to REGISTER and to VOTE!

Now voting from home is easier than ever by requesting a mail-in ballot or by requesting to be on the permanent mail-in ballot list.

Arizona Secretary of State Election & voting information, resources & results)

602-542-8683

Toll-free: 877-843-8683 www.azsos.gov/elections

VOTER QUALIFICATIONS – YOU MUST:

• Be a United States citizen

• Be a resident of Arizona and the county listed on your registration

• Be 18 years of age or older on or before the day of the next regular General Election ALSO:

• You cannot have been convicted of a felony and not yet had your civil rights restored

• You cannot have been adjudicated incompetent

TO REGISTER TO VOTE:

• Online registration Website: https://servicearizona. com/VoterRegistration/ selectLanguage

• By mail: You may contact the County Recorder’s Office listed below for your area and request that a voter registration form be mailed to you.

• In person: You may visit the County Recorder’s Office in the county in which you are a legal resident and complete a voter registration form.

Gila County Recorder

1400 E. Ash St. Globe, AZ 85501

928-402-8740

Pinal County Recorder

31 N. Pinal St., Bldg. E (Mail: PO Box 848) Florence, AZ 85132 520-866-6830

Whole Body Donation

No-cost whole body donation can help advance medical technology, training, and education, and may lead to new disease treatment options, better patient outcomes, and advanced surgical procedures. Please check to confirm sign-up requirements and any fees that may apply.

Research for Life

2230 E. Magnolia St. Phoenix, AZ 85034 480-940-1310

http://researchforlife.org

Science Care Body Donation

2001 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste. 175 Phoenix, AZ 85027 800-417-3747 www.sciencecare.com

United Tissue Network

3620 E. Wier Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85040 877-738-6111

https://unitedtissue.org

Willed Body Program

– College of Medicine Tucson University of Arizona Health Sciences P.O. Box 245045 Tucson, AZ 85724 520-626-6083 https://bodydonation.med.arizona.edu

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THE PAYSON ROUNDUP THE PAYSON

Alzheimer’s Association

Toll-free: 800-272-3900 www.alz.org

American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association

586-776-3900 www.aarda.org

American Cancer Society

Toll-free: 800-227-2345 www.cancer.org

American Diabetes Association

Toll-free: 800-DIABETES (800-342-2383) www.diabetes.org

American Foundation for AIDS Research 202-331-8600 www.amfar.org

American Heart Association

Toll-free: 800-242-8721 www.heart.org

American Kidney Fund

866-300-2900 www.kidneyfund.org

American Liver Foundation

Toll-free: 800-465-4837 www.liverfoundation.org

American Lung Association

Toll-free: 800-586-4872 www.lung.org

American Parkinson Disease Association

Toll-free: 800-223-2732 www.apdaparkinson.org

Arizona Chapter—928-200-1192 www.apdaparkinson.org/community/ Arizona

American Stroke Association

Toll-free: 800-242-8721 www.strokeassociation.org

American Tinnitus Association

Toll-free: 800-634-8978 www.ata.org

ALS Association

(Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)

Toll-free: 800-782-4747 www.als.org

Arizona Council on Compulsive Gambling

Helpline: 1-800-777-7207 www.azccg.org

Arthritis Foundation

Helpline: 800-283-7800 www.arthritis.org

Autism Society

800-328-8476

https://autismsociety.org

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America

Toll-free: 800-7-ASTHMA (800-727-8462) www.aafa.org

Prevent Cancer Foundation

Toll-free: 800-227-2732 http://preventcancer.org

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)

301-306-7070 www.chadd.org

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation

Toll-free: 800-932-2423 www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Toll-free: 800-FIGHT-CF (800-344-4823) www.cff.org

Easterseals

National: 800-221-6827 www.easterseals.com

Epilepsy Foundation

Toll-free: 800-332-1000 www.epilepsy.com

Foundation Fighting Blindness

Toll-free: 800-683-5555 www.fightingblindness.org

Huntington’s Disease Society of America

Helpline: 800-345-HDSA (4372) http://hdsa.org/

Kidney Cancer Association

Toll-free: 800-850-9132 www.kidneycancer.org

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Toll-free: 888-557-7177 www.lls.org

Lupus Foundation of America

202-349-1155

www.lupus.org

March of Dimes

888-MODIMES (888-663-4637) www.marchofdimes.org

Mental Health America (MHA)

Toll-free: 800-969-6642

www.mhanational.org

Myasthenia Gravis

Foundation of America

Toll-free: 800-541-5454

www.myasthenia.org

Myositis Association

Toll-free: 800-821-7356

www.myositis.org

National Asian Pacific Center on Aging

Helpline: 800-336-2722

www.napca.org

National Caucus & Center on Black Aging

202-637-8400

https://ncba-aging.org

National Down Syndrome Society

Toll-free: 800-221-4602 www.ndss.org

National Hemophilia Foundation

Toll-free: 888-463-6643 www.hemophilia.org

National Hispanic Council on Aging 202-347-9733 www.nhcoa.org

National Indian Council on Aging

505-292-2001 https://nicoa.org

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Toll-free: 800-344-4867

www.nationalmssociety.org

National Organization for Rare Disorders

Toll-free: 617-249-7300 www.rarediseases.org

National Osteoporosis Foundation

800-231-4222 www.nof.org

National Psoriasis Foundation

Helpline: 800-723-9166 www.psoriasis.org

National Resource Center on LGBT Aging

212-741-2247 www.lgbtagingcenter.org

Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation

Toll-free: 844-889-7579 www.oif.org

CurePSP

Toll-free: 800-457-4777 www.psp.org

Sjogren’s Syndrome Foundation

301-530-4420 www.sjogrens.org

Sleep Foundation

877-672-8966 www.sleepfoundation.org

Spina Bifida Association

Toll-free: 800-621-3141 http://spinabifidaassociation.org

Tourette Association of America

Toll-free: 888-486-8738 www.tourette.org

Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance

Toll-free: 800-225-6872 www.tsalliance.org

United Ostomy Associations of America

Toll-free: 800-826-0826 www.ostomy.org

United Cerebral Palsy

Toll-free: 800-872-5827 www.ucp.org

List of Doctors

This list will help caregivers to immediately access the health care team. It should include the doctor’s name, address, phone number, e-mail address, and reasons the care recipient is seeing this doctor.

Weekly Medication Chart

Medication errors can be reduced and medications are more likely to be taken on schedule when a chart is developed and kept, listing all prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, herbal treatments, and vitamin supplements, along with when each is taken, and the assigned dosage.

Caregiver’s Log

Many times various relatives and loved ones provide caregiving in shifts. Included is a helpful form for when information needs to be shared.

Personal Health History

A chart is included that will help when taking your loved one to visit their doctor. It can help the doctor decide on medications and treatments needed.

Assisted Living Checklist

Use the following checklist to assist in assessing assisted living communities. The more an older person participates in the planning process, the easier it will be to adjust to the new environment.

LIST OF DOCTORS

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address: City, State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address: City, State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address:

State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address:

State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

Doctor’s Name:

Street Address:

State, Zip:

Phone: Email:

Condition Being Treated:

WEEKLY MEDICATION CHART

It is important to keep track of your loved one’s medication when caregiving or sharing caregiving with others. This chart should help.

1. Complete a new chart weekly.

2. Each section is for one medication. Transfer the name from each prescription container to the space in the first row.

3. In the second row enter the dosage and the time or how often each day the medication should be taken.

4. In the third row write the size, shape, and color of the pill.

5. When your loved one takes a medication, place an “X” in the box for the day of the week. If your loved one takes a medication more than once a day, mark an “X” each time.

Name of Medication:

Dosage: How Often:

Description (size/shape/color):

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Name of Medication:

Dosage: How Often:

Description (size/shape/color):

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Name of Medication:

Dosage: How Often:

Description (size/shape/color):

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Name of Medication:

Dosage: How Often:

Description (size/shape/color):

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Name of Medication:

Dosage: How Often:

Description (size/shape/color):

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

CAREGIVER’S LOG

Many times various relatives and loved ones provide care-giving in shifts. This form may be useful for those times when information should be shared.

Caregiver Name:

I cared for:

Food (list food eaten and times)

Medications (list medication doses and times)

Activities Enjoyed

Sleep / Energy Level

Pain or Discomfort

List any other concerns for new caregiver to follow-up with:

PERSONAL HEALTH HISTORY

A chart such as this will help when taking your loved one to visit their doctor. It can help the doctor decide on medications and treatments needed. Hospital Condition

Hospitalizations

Date (s)

Surgeries

Hospital Surgery For Date (s)

Illnesses

Hospital Treatment

Date (s)

PERSONAL HEALTH HISTORY

A chart such as this will help when taking your loved one to visit their doctor. It can help the doctor decide on medications and treatments needed.

Medications Taken

Allergies:

Health Care Providers:

Major Health Conditions of Immediate Family Members:

ASSISTED LIVING CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to help evaluate an assisted living facility:

YES NO THE FACILITY

  As you arrive at the residence, do you like the location and outward appearance of the residence?

  As you enter the lobby and tour the residence, is the decor attractive and home-like?

  Did you and your potential resident both receive a warm greeting from staff welcoming you to the residence?

  Does the administrator/staff call residents by name and interact warmly with them as you tour the residence?

  Do residents socialize with each other and appear happy and comfortable?

  Are you able to talk with residents about how they like the residence and staff?

  Do the residents seem to be appropriate housemates for your loved one?

  Are staff appropriately dressed, personable and outgoing?

  Are the staff members that you pass during your tour friendly to you?

  Are visits with the resident welcome at any time? Is the community well-designed for resident’s needs?

  Are the recreational and non-living spaces free from storage items or other obstacles?

  Is the floor plan easy to follow?

  Are doorways, hallways and rooms accommodating to wheel chairs and walkers?

  Are elevators available for those unable to use stairways?

  Are hand rails available to aid in walking?

  Are cupboards and shelves easy to reach?

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 Are door mats made of a non-skid material and carpets firm to ease walking?

  Does the residence have good natural and artificial lighting?

  Is the residence clean, free of odors and appropriately heated/cooled?

  Does the residence meet local and/or state licensing requirements?

YES NO NEEDS, CONTRACTS, COSTS & FINANCES

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 Is there a written plan for the care of each resident?

  How long after admission is this care plan written?

  Are the family and resident involved in writing the care plan?

 What is the procedure for assessing a potential resident's need for services and are those needs reassessed periodically?

 Can a resident be discharged for refusing to comply with a care plan?

 When may a contract be terminated and what are refund policies?

 Are there any government, private or corporate programs available to help cover the cost of services to the resident.

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 Is a contractual agreement available to include accommodations, personal care, health care and supportive services?

 Are additional services available if the resident’s needs changes?

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 Are there different costs for various levels or categories of services?   How do you pay for additional services such as nursing care when needed on a temporary basis?

What are the billing, payment and credit policies? May a resident handle their own finances with staff assistance if able, or should a family member or outside party be designated to do so?

  What is the policy on insurance and personal property?

  Is staff available to meet scheduled and unscheduled needs?

YES NO

MEDICATION/HEALTH CARE

  What is the residence policy regarding storage of medication, assistance with medications, training and supervision of staff and record keeping?

  Is self-administration of medication allowed?

  Who coordinates home care visits from a nurse, physical therapist, occupational therapist, etc. if needed?

  Are staff available to assist residents who experience memory, orientation, or judgment losses?

  Does a physician or nurse, visit the resident regularly to provide medical checkups?

  What is the procedure for responding to a resident’s medical emergency?

ASSISTED LIVING CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to help evaluate an assisted living facility:

YES NO SERVICES

  Is staff available to provide 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) if needed?

ADLs include:

_____ Dressing

_____ Eating

_____ Mobility

_____ Hygiene and grooming

_____ Bathing

_____ Toileting

_____ Incontinence

_____ Using the telephone

_____ Laundry

_____ Housekeeping in unit

_____ Transportation to doctor, hairdresser, activities, etc.

_____ Shopping

_____ Walking/caring for pets.

Others: ____________________________________________________

NO FEATURES OF INDIVIDUAL UNITS

  Are different sizes and types of units available?   Are units for single and double occupancy available?

Do residents have their own lockable doors?

 Is a 24-hour emergency response systems accessible from the unit?   Are bathrooms private with handicapped accommodations to accommodate wheelchairs and walkers?

 Are residents able to bring- their own furnishings for their unit and what may they bring?

 Do all units have a telephone and cable TV and how is billing handled?

 Is a kitchen area/unit provided with a refrigerator, sink and cooking element?

YES NO SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

  Is there evidence of an organized activities program, such as a posted daily schedule, events in progress, reading materials, visitors, etc?

  Do residents participate in the neighboring community?

  Do volunteers, including family members, come into the residence to help with or conduct programs?

  Does the residence require residents to undertake any chores or perform specific activities that benefit all residents?

  Does the residence have its own pets or provide for pets to visit the facility?

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 May residents keep food in their units?

 May residents smoke in their units? In public spaces?

  May residents have pets?

YES NO FOOD SERVICE

  Does the residence provide three nutritionally balanced meals a day, seven days a week?

  Are snacks available?

  May a resident request special foods?

  Are common dining areas available?

  May residents eat meals in their units?

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 May meals be provided at a time a resident would like or are there set times for meals?

For other very helpful caregiver checklists and forms, go to these websites:

National Caregivers Library

Caregiving Decision Questionnaire

Driving Assessment Checklist

Needs Assessment Worksheet

Home Modification Checklist

Appointment Information

Caregivers Document Organizer

Personal Record Tracking Form

Payment Options Chart to Compare Medicare, Medicaid, & Other Government Programs

Health Insurance: Best Buys

Choosing the Right Doctor Checklist

https://dailycaring.com | www.caregiver.com

This project was supported by the Administration of Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the State of Arizona Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) and non-governmental source(s). The contents are those of CAA and do not necessarily represent the official views of nor are an endorsement of any funders.

“Under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI and VII) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Central Arizona Aging (CAA) prohibits discrimination in admissions, programs, services, activities or employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability. Central Arizona Aging (CAA) must make a reasonable accommodation to allow a person with a disability to take part in a program, service, or activity. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To request this document in alternative format or for further information about this policy please contact: CAA’s ADA Coordinator at 520-836-2758 or 1-800-293-939.

Para obtener este document en otro formato u obtener informacion adicional sobre esta politica, contacte a CAA’s Coordinador de ADA a 520-836-2758 o 1-800-293-9393.

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