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Pima Council on Aging offers in-home support to those who struggle with performing activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, going to the restroom, cooking, and cleaning.
Never Too Late is a full-color bi-monthly 36-page tabloid-sized newspaper specifically for older people and their families, published by Pima Council on Aging in print and digital formats.
The Arizona Long Term Care System covers a comprehensive array of supportive services for individuals who are aged or disabled. This program pays for nursing home care and community-based alternatives that can help you remain in your own home or in a residential setting of your choice.
AAAs coordinate and offer services that help older adults remain in their homes, if that is their preference, aided by services such as home-delivered meals, homemaker assistance, and whatever else it may take to make independent living a viable option.
Description: The Caregiver training course is approved by the Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Managers (NCIA) and is 62 training hours in length. If successfully completed, the student may take the State Certification exam to become a Certified Caregiver.
To work as a certified caregiver in Arizona, you must meet the following requirements: Be at least 18 years old. Possess a high school diploma or GED. Complete a caregiver training program approved by the DHS. Pass a written competency exam.
While there are no formal educational requirements or licenses needed to be a family caregiver in Arizona, there are several important considerations and responsibilities to keep in mind.
Empathy, patience, and adaptability are the three main strengths that distinguish exceptional caregivers. By embodying these qualities, caregivers not only meet the physical needs of their clients but also provide emotional support, foster meaningful connections, and enhance overall well-being.