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American Red Cross Class & Family Caregiver Classes
A series of eight one-hour modules to help participants gain an understanding of what is involved in caring for a loved one. The purpose of Family Caregiver Support Classes is to help participants gain an understanding of what is involved in caring for a loved one and know how to provide that care through eight one-hour class modules covering topics such as personal care, nutrition, home safety and others.
Learn more at www.FamilyCaregiverNetwork.com
Adult Foster Care in Maricopa Country, Arizona
There is foster care for kids and in Maricopa County there is Adult Foster Care (AFC). Arizona's Long Term Care System (ALTCS) provides carefully evaluated and monitored homes for the area's most vulnerable adults. It is not just room and board but relationships and quality of life. Call the Foundation for Senior Living at 602-285-1800 for more information.
www.fsl.org
Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Voted "Best Day Trip" from Phoenix and Tucson - only one hour from Phoenix. The Arboretum is located at 37615 US Highway 60, Superior, Arizona. Open 8 AM to 5 PM everyday except December 25th.
www.ag.arizona.edu/bta
Continuing Education Credits with Wellness @ Home Series
The Wellness @ Home CEU Workshop offers up to 6.5 continuing education credits through the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN). Courses are taught by certified Wellness @ Home teachers in major cities or the course can be purchased online. Topics in the workshop include Cancer Wellness, Sensible Nutrition, Ergonomics and Healthy Body, Mind & Spirit Exercise.
Learn more at www.FamilyCaregiverNetwork.com
Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It is safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct at 800-333-1795 or visit the website today!
www.GoDirect.org
Elderhostel
Elder Hostel is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures for older adults. There are over 10,000 programs in more than 100 countries that emphasize learning adventures. From history, culture, nature, music, outdoor activities, crafts, study cruises and much more - for more information call 877-426-8056 or visit the4ir website.
www.elderhostel.org
Financial Assistance, Food Resources & More
In our database we list Financial Assistance resources we maintain a list of Food Resources, Energy Resources and programs providing Financial Assistance. Use the link to visit the web page. Also remember that the local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is a good resource for assistance.
Search - Community Resources - Financial Assistance
Free Arizona CoppeRX(r) Card
The Arizona CoppeRX(r) Card is a free and simple prescription drug discount card available to ANY Arizona resident. The card is a simple way to get substantial discounts on spiraling prescription drug prices. Sign up online or call 888-227-8315. To use the card present it to any one of over 500 pharmacies throughout Arizona to receive a discount on your prescription purchase. Generally, CoppeRX(r) Card discounts range from 15 to 55 percent.
www.azgovernor.gov/coppercard/index.asp
Free Spirit Vacations
Free Spirit Vacations specializes in travel for the 50+ Age Group. Many choices are offered in order to meet the diverse needs of the mature adult traveler. Packages range from one day Arizona Getaways to International Vacations. Good deals on cruising are also available. Service and value are our top priorities.
www.freespiritvacations.com
Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau
This website is all about the Greater Phoenix area from the Phoenix Convention Center to accommodations, dining, recreation, spas, golf, relocation and even more information. The website also has an easy to use and extensive calendar of events.
www.visitphoenix.com
Healthy Aging Arizona
Arizona Department of Health Services offers a Healthy Aging website with an A to Z index to assist aging adults with questions and resources about nutrition, behavioral health, physical activity, injury prevention, immunization, oral health and access to care.
www.azdhs.gov/phs/healthyagingarizona
Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
You can join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan in the following ways: By paper application: Contact the company offering the drug plan you choose and ask for an application. Once you fill out the form, mail or fax it back to the company. On the plan's website: Visit the drug plan company's website. You may be able to join online. On the www.medicare.gov website: You will also be able to join a drug plan at the Medicare website by using Medicare's online enrollment center. By Phone: You can join a drug plan by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) and talking to a Medicare customer service representative. TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.
www.medicare.gov
Phoenix College Senior Wellness Program
The Phoenix College Senior Wellness Program is a comprehensive program designed to help individuals remain healthy. The goal of the program is to work toward and maintain an optimal level of fitness through supervised exercise training and education.
www.pc.maricopa.edu/index.php
Respite Care - What is it?
Respite care is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care and attention to someone. Home health agencies provide this service in your residence and several senior housing facilities also provide respite care. Use our database and search on Respite Care to find providers.
Search - Health Services - Respite Care
Senior Adult Program at Peoria Community Center
Adults aged 50 or better are encouraged to take part in any number of activities offered at the Community Center throughout the year. There is no membership fee required and programs are open to residents and non-residents. So...take a trip, get fit, celebrate an event, meet new people, have fun!
www.peoriaaz.com
Sun City Poms
The Sun City Poms are more than entertainers; they represent the fulfillment that can be had in life at any age. Dancing with spunk and energy of their youth, these ladies are having the time of their lives. Call 602-392-4242.
www.sunaz.com/scpoms
Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona
The Volunteer Center of Southern Arizona, founded in 1965, is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through effective volunteerism. We're best known as a clearinghouse for volunteers, but we also deliver creative solutions to community problems by harnessing the power of volunteerism in a number of other ways.
www.volunteersoaz.org
"Winter-nest" Assisted Living For Snowbirds
For many years Snowbirds have headed to Florida for warm winter vacations but as we age some of our abilities change. Up north at their summer homes, family is there to help and now Snowbird Assisted Living is there for the winter season in sunny St. Cloud Florida. Please call Noreen Jorgensen at her Snowbird Assisted Living "Winter-nest" at 518-883-4611.
www.snowbirdswinternest.com
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