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Supporting Family Caregivers in Arizona
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Family caregivers play an essential role in helping loved ones live independently at home and in their communities.
According to the 2025 Caregiving in the U.S. report, approximately 1.2 million Arizona Caregivers come from every generation, background, and community, and many balance caregiving responsibilities alongside work, family, and other commitments.
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While caregiving can be meaningful and rewarding, it can also bring financial, emotional, and physical challenges. New research shows caregivers are providing increasingly complex and high-intensity care and are looking for practical resources and support.
To help caregivers navigate their journey, AARP is offering free events, resources, and educational opportunities throughout Arizona.
FREE EVENTS IN ARIZONA
PHOENIX AREA
AARP CAREversations: Caring for A Loved One
Caring for a friend, family member or loved one? Come take a break and get ready for what's next.
Date: November 10, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Surprise, AZ
AARP CAREversations: Caring for A Loved One
Caring for a friend, family member or loved one? Come take a break and get ready for what's next.
Date: November 12, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Surprise, AZ
TUCSON
Caregiver Appreciation: Lunch and Community Fun
Family caregivers and direct care providers are invited for an afternoon of appreciation with complimentary lunch, activities, and giveaways.
Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Tucson Village Farm, Tucson, AZ
Free Cognitive Screening and Memory Support
Brief memory screening with educational materials, referrals, and connections to Memory Cafés and Healthy Brain Kits. Walk-in basis for adults and caregivers.
Date: November 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: AARP Tucson Information Center, Tucson, AZ
Prescott & Prescott Valley Area
Let’s Talk About a Loved One’s Driving
Learn how to talk with your loved one about limiting or stopping their driving.
Date: November 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Caregiver Resource Luncheon and Community Support
Join AARP and local nonprofit organizations to learn about resources, support services, and practical tools available to family caregivers. Enjoy lunch while connecting.
Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Hassayampa Inn, Prescott, AZ
Caregiving By The Numbers
The latest national caregiving research found:
- 63 million Americans are family caregivers.
- 61% are women and 39% are men.
- The average caregiver is 51 years old.
- Nearly three in 10 caregivers (29%) are caring for both children and adults.
- Family caregivers are providing care for longer periods and taking on increasingly complex responsibilities.
Source: Caregiving in the U.S. 2025 AARP and NAC Report: aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/ppi/topics/ltss/family-caregiving/caregiving-in-us-2025.doi.10.26419-2fppi.00373.001.pdf
Optional State Data:
- Estimated family caregivers in 1.2 million in Arizona
- 27 billion annually in economic value of family caregiving in Arizona
- 27 average hours of care each week
Why Caregiving Matters
Family caregivers are the backbone of long-term care in America.
The 2025 report found that caregivers often help with personal care, transportation, medical and nursing tasks, financial management, and emotional support. While many caregivers find meaning and purpose in helping loved ones, many also report financial strain and challenges balancing caregiving with work and family responsibilities.
AARP Advocacy for Family Caregivers
AARP works to make caregiving easier by helping caregivers:
- Save time
- Save money
- Access support and services
- Balance work and caregiving responsibilities
These goals align with AARP's caregiving strategy focused on helping individuals and their loved ones shape how they live as they age.
For the past three years, AARP Arizona has worked to advance legislation that would allow electronic monitoring, including cameras, in residents' rooms in long-term care facilities. We will continue this effort by introducing legislation again in 2027.
Resources for Family Caregivers
AARP offers free tools and resources to help caregivers at every stage of their journey.
Resources include:
- Family Caregiving Resource Center www.aarp.org/caregiving
- Prepare to Care® Guide: AARP Family Caregiving Guide / Prepare to Care®
- Family Caregiver Financial Workbook: www.aarp.org/caregivermoney
- Local Caregiving Resource Guides www.aarp.org/localcaregiving
- Online webinars and educational programs: AARP Caregiving & Livable Communities
- AARP Veterans & Military Families Resources AARP Veterans & Military Families
- AARP Family Caregiver Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aarpfamilycaregivers
Resources can be found at AARP's caregiving website: www.aarp.org/caregiving
Closing
Caregiving touches millions of families every day.
Whether you are currently helping a loved one, expect to provide care in the future, or simply want to learn more, AARP is committed to helping family caregivers access trusted information, practical solutions, and community connections.
"Family caregivers are the backbone of Arizona’s long-term care system, providing extraordinary care that allows older adults to live independently and with dignity. AARP Arizona is committed to making sure caregivers are seen, heard and supported by advocating for policies and resources that save them time and money and help them care for the people they love,” said Dana Marie Kennedy, AARP Arizona State Director.
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