We have created a list of websites and articles that will help you locate specialized resources and care options for you or your family members. The resources are divided into categories that direct you to a list of relevant websites and articles. If you have a resource that you would like to share, please Contact Us.
Abuse
A Guide to Spotting and Preventing Elder Abuse
Adult Protective Services Hotline
877.767.2385 AZ
Attorney General’s Office
602-542-5025
Behavioral Health
Behavioral and Mental Health Services Mercy Care RBHA
800.564.5465
ElderVention/Senior Helpline
602-264-4357
Jewish Family Services
602-279-7655
lafrontera-empact.org/services
Provides many behavioral health services
Main office: 480.784.1514
Local Suicide Hotline: 480.784.1500
National Suicide Hotline: 800.273.8255
MIKID
Behavioral health and wellness for kids
602.253.1240
Native American Senior Center
602-253-9073
Phoenix Interfaith Counseling
602-532-0777
Benefits
Benefits CheckUp
This a great place to start. It will help you find programs for people 55 and older. These programs may cover some of the cost of prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential items and services.
Disability 101 Arizona
See how work and benefits go together
Freedom to Work in Arizona
Within Maricopa County: 602.417.6677
Statewide: 1.888.654.8713 – Option 6
This is a federal program – Applicants must have a documented disability and working – Approved applicants qualify for Arizona’s Medicaid – AHCCCS. To apply – call the AHCCCS Freedom to Work Unit – see the phone numbers above.
Caregiving
Arizona Caregiver’s Coalition
888.737.7494
Disaster Preparedness
Donations
Fry’s Community Rewards Program
Customer Service: 1.800.576.4377
Fry’s is committed to helping our communities grow and prosper. The program was designed to make fundraising the easiest in town…all you have to do is shop at Fry’s and swipe your V.I.P. card. Enroll now and
remember…you must re-enroll each year to continue earning rewards for About Care. Do you already have a Fry’s V.I.P. online account? Use the code YG396 to choose About Care as your nonprofit of choice. You can also register your V.I.P. card by calling 1.800.576.4377. Each time you shop at Fry’s Food and Drug, About Care
gets a percentage of your purchase!
Food
Community Information & Referral
602-263-8856
St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance
602-352-3640
The Chandler Senior Center’s Congregate and Home Delivered Meals program provides nutritionally balanced daily meals, Monday through Friday, for Chandler’s senior citizens and disabled residents.
Call the Chandler Senior Center for more details.
480-782-2720
The Gilbert Senior Center’s Congregate and Home Delivered Meals program provides nutritionally balanced daily meals, Monday through Friday, for Gilbert’s senior citizens and disabled residents.
Meals are served at the 100 North Oak Street facility as well as delivered to those who are homebound.
Meals on Wheels/Area Agency on Aging Senior Helpline
602-264-4357
Hearing Impairment
Valley Center of the Deaf
602-267-1921
Home Care Services
Home Repair & Weatherization
ABILITY360 (AZ Bridge to Independent Living)
602-296-0537
Community Services of Arizona
480-899-8717
Foundation for Senior Living
602-285-1800
Home Repair Program (Phoenix)
602-495-0700
Housing
Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
602-379-7100
Housing Directories-Senior Help Line
602-264-4357
PACE
602-262-6631
Information and Referrals
Ability 360 Information and Resources for Persons with Disabilities
602.296.0536
Arizona’s Caregiver Coalition
888.737.7494
AZCEND (Chandler and Gilbert)
480.963.1423
Senior Helpline
602.264.4357
Community Information & Referral
Dial 211
Insurance
Arizona Medicaid AHCCCS
602.417.4000
Medicare General Information
800.633.4227
ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care System)
602.263.3000
800.624.3879
Legal Services
Medical Equipment
Solecito (Peoria/Goodyear)
623-876-5331
St. Vincent de Paul-Friends of St. Anne
602-261-6896
Servants at Work Building Ramps
480.800.9950 – Arizona Contact
Southwest Lending Closet
623-932-1016
Pets
Chuck Waggin Pet Food Pantry
602.734.4117
Mercy Paws
602.263.3000
Mercy Paws is a program for AZ Long Term Care Members. They care for members’ pets while they are Inpatient or in a rehab setting – upon member’s return to their home – member and pet will be reunited. Member Needs to make arrangements with ALTCS Case Manager,
Arizona Pet Project
602.999.1661
(Keeps pets with the people who love need them most by connecting community members with services and resources.)
Safety
The Complete Guide to Home Modifications to Prevent Falls
Selling a Home with Modifications for Older Adults
Fall Prevention
Fall Prevention & Mobility: Practical Safety and Organization Strategies for Seniors
The Most Common In-Home Injuries for Seniors and How to Prevent Them
Helping a Senior Regain Confidence After a Fall
Senior Fall Prevention: A Roadmap for Navigating Resources and Benefits
Fire Safety for Elders with Special Health Needs
Grocery Cart Liners (disposable)
44 Crime prevention tips for seniors
Handicap Accessible Modifications That Won’t Turn Off Future Homebuyers
Senior Adult Independent Living Program
Senior Adult Independent Living
Senior Helpline: 602.264.4357
Maricopa County seniors and adults with physical disabilities that want to independently live in their home but need support in reaching their goal may qualify for assistance through the Area Agency on Aging. The Senior and Adult Services Division’s Senior Adult Independent Living (SAIL) program provides support to residents through case management and community referral services.
Senior Centers
Gilbert Senior Center
130 North Oak Street, Gilbert, AZ
480-503-6871
Chandler Senior Center
202 East Boston Street, Chandler, AZ
480-782-2720
Town of Queen Creek Senior Programs
480-358-3700
Senior Helpline
Area Agency on Aging Senior Helpline
602-264-4357
Social Security
Social Security Hotline
800.772.1233
Substance Abuse & Addiction
Support Groups
Transportation
East Valley Dial A Ride
480.633.0101
East Valley Ride Choice
480.962.7433
Utility and Rent Assistance
AZCEND (Chandler and Gilbert)
480.963.1423
Veterans
Military Benefits News and Resources | Military.com
PTSD, Substance Abuse, and Mental Health Help for Veterans
Building Their Life Back – The Guide for Homeless Vets
Coalition for Homeless Veterans
Homeless Vets’ Guide to Finding a Home
How to Maximize Your Retirement and Benefits From the Military
Vision Impairment
Arizona Center for the Blind
602.273.7411
Arizona Lions Vision Center
602.267.7573
Foundation for Blind Children
602.331.1470
Talking Books
602.255.5578
Arizona Braille & Talking Book Library
602.255.5578
Volunteer Programs
These non-profit organizations serve homebound adults with transportation, shopping, and vairous in-home services:
All Assistance for Independent Living (serving Mesa and Apache Junction)
480-966-9704
Benevilla
Sun Cities area
623-584-4999
Duet
Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Peoria and Litchfield Park
602-274-5022
Foothills Caring Corps
Carefree, Cave Creek, Phoenix (north of Jomax Road and east of I-17)
480-488-1105
East Valley Adult Resources
Tempe and Mesa
480-966-9704
Neighbors Who Care
Sun Lakes
480-895-7133
Valley Metro Mobility Center
(ADA Certification)
602-716-2100
VerdeCares
Verde Valley
480-540-1312
YOPAS Outreach Program
Ahwatukee Seniors in the Tempe YMCA
602-212-6088
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JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment Virtual Programs 602.943.2198