This designated "Area Agency on Aging" coordinates services and programs for the elderly. Some of the services include a monthly newslaetter, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), information about congregate meal sites, the Pension Information and Counseling Program, and an ombudsman service that helps solve problems in such areas as Social Security, Medicare, health insurance, hospitals, home repair, legal assistance, and the entire spectrum of social-service programs. If you have any questions regarding the concerns of the elderly or need advocacy for an elderly person, these people can steer you in the right direction. 5055 E. Broadway Blvd. Ste. C-104, 85711. Phone 790-7262 or contact the 24-hour statewide Elder Resource and Referral Line at 800-686-1431 GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COUNCIL ON AGING
Arizona has a very active Governor's Advisory Council on Aging, with 15 members appointed by the governor. The mission of the Council is to provide the governor, the legislature, and the state agencies with information about issues affecting Arizona's seniors. The Council attempts, to the best of its ability, to represent all seniors residing in Arizona and is always open to ideas and comments from this very important segment of our population. Phone 602-542-4710.
STATE OFFICE ON AGING
Every state government has an office on aging, responsible for coordinating services for older people. In Arizona, it's the Aging & Adult Administration (part of the Arizona Department of Economic Security). Phone 602-542-4446
SENIOR RESOURCE NETWORK
Sponsored by Information and Referral Service Inc., this program provides information about a variety of options and services available to older aduts in the Tucson area, including housing alternatives, living assistance, long-term care services, and caregiver support. Available by phone Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone 795-7480, www.azstarnet.com/azinfo .
ELDER LAW HOTLINE
In May 1998, Governor Hull signed House Bill 2618, a new law that, for the first time in Arizona history, commits funding to providing civil legal aid, including the establishment of an elder-law hotline. The hotline is designed to offer legal advice, if possible, in the span of a short phone conference. If the matter requires further discussion, referrals to other services may be required. The hotline is available for preventive advice as well as advice once a client is facing a legal challenge. Phone 623-5137 or 800-231-5441.
ARIZONA CHAPTER OF THE ASSISTED LIVING FEDERATION OF AMERICA
Assisted Living Federation will provide a free brochure called "The Consumer's Guide," offering advice on choosing an assisted living facility. Phone 480-831-6123, www.azalfa.org
ARIZONA LIVING: THE MAGAZINE FOR ACTIVE ADULT LIFESTYLES
Published by Madden Publishing Inc. this quarterly magazine presents a seasonal selection of activities and amenities that appeal to Arizona's active adults, from baby boomers to mature seniors. To subscribe, phone 322-0895.
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http://www.seniorlaw.com/ This is a website where senior citizens, their families, attorneys, social workers, and financial planners, can acces information about elder law, Medicare, Medicaid, guardianship, estate planning, trusts and the rights of the elderly and disabled.
http://www.nsclc.org/ The National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates before the courts, Congress and federal agencies to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly and disabled Americans.
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