Mission:
The Elderly Services Program will provide high-quality supportive services that enhance the well-being of Elders and Caregivers within the Gila River Indian Community.
Vision:
PROMOTE WELLNESS
Provide excellent and accessible resources that improve the quality of life for Elders, Caregivers and the Community.
Values:
- Provide Compassionate, high-quality service that enables elders to retain personal independence at home without risk to health or safety.
- Respect the value and worth of every individual served.
- Implementation of Best Practices.
HOMEMAKER SERVICES PROGRAM
The Homemaker Services Program is a grant funded program that offers NON-MEDICAL, custodial services for eligible adults who live alone, providing a safe and healthy living environment by a certified
Homemaker Provider.
Duties Include:
- Cooking
- Dish Washing
- Floor Care
- Laundry
- Social Interaction
Eligibility Criteria:
- Live alone or have no available resources in the home
- MEDICALLY DENIED from ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care Services).
- Diagnosed with medical condition that limits physical activity.
ELDERLY LIAISON SERVICES
The Liaison Services provides Case Management Assistance for eligible Community Members
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be age 55 years or older
- Must be an enrolled Gila River Indian Community Tribal Member
Services include the following:
- Application Assistance for Social Security, ALTCS, Medicare and DES/ AHCCCS
- Transportation for NON-MEDICAL appointments
- Referrals & Resources
- Family Care Planning
- Advocacy
- Welfare Checks
- Nutrition Assistance
- Community Outreach
- Notary Assistance
CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM
The Caregiver Program provides Education and Support for NON-PAID Caregivers.
Eligible Caregivers:
- Family members who provide in home care for family members who have a mental, physical or psychological disability.
- Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Caregiver Services Include the Following:
- Caregiver Training
- Support Groups
- Community Education and Awareness
- Community Outreach
- Incontinent Supplies (Adult Pull-Ups, Adult Briefs, Pads, & Bed Chucks)
- Resource and Referral
Elderly Services Program Information
Location:
431 E. Pima Street
P.O. Box 2364
Sacaton, AZ 85147
Phone:
Ph: (520) 562-5232
Fax: (520) 562-5095
STAFF:
Lindsay Antone,
Elderly Services Program Coordinator
VACANT
Homemaker Services Program Coordinator
Jason Fox,
Caregiver Support Program Coordinator
Michelle Jackson
Program Administrator
Jordan Arman,
Secretary II
Nicole Pedro
Elderly Liaison
Edna Pino
Elderly Liaison
Marlissa Morris
Elderly Liaison
Sonia Duarte-Gallego
Elderly Liaison
Maria Holley
Elderly Liaison