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Family Caregiver Resources for Arizona

AARP

En español

Published September 06, 2024

Caregiving may be one of the most important, and challenging, roles you’ll ever take on. No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.

AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.

To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.

*Many of the resources referenced in this guide are not offered by AARP, and any information you provide to the host organizations will be governed by their privacy policies.

Caregiver Support

Arizona Caregiver Coalition (888-737-7494)

Provides resources, support and advocacy for family caregivers across the state.

Duet Partners in Health and Aging (602-274-5022)

Offers support groups and other resources for family caregivers.

Family Caregiver Support (855-227-3640 | 888-737-7494)

Offers information and support for family caregivers on a variety of services such as counseling, training and respite care.

Finances

Food Assistance (855-432-7587)

Many programs provide monthly financial assistance to people with low incomes and limited resources to pay for food, as well as offer nutritional education.

Home Energy Assistance Fund (602-604-0640)

Helps low-income households pay for heating, cooling and appliance repairs.

Legal

Legal Services Assistance (888-264-2258 outside Maricopa County | 602-264-4357 within Maricopa County)

Offers free or low-cost legal services for older adults, including will creation, advance directives and guardianship assistance.

Health

State Medicaid Office — Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (800-654-8713 | 602-417-4000)

Joint federal and state health care program helps people with low incomes and limited resources pay for health care. Through the Medicaid waiver program, older adults who are eligible for nursing home payments can receive support and medical aid to continue living at home.

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

Free health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families that can help recipients obtain benefits, file claims and understand their health care options.

Housing and Care Facilities

Housing Resources for Seniors, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (602-379-7100)

Assists with housing needs and offers resources and programs to help families stay in their homes.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (602-542-6454)

Identifies, investigates and resolves complaints made by — or on behalf of — long-term care residents; offers education and assistance in obtaining services; and coordinates efforts with service providers.