Caregiver Resources

November is National Caregiver Month

Caregivers play a crucial role in providing care and support to those unable to care for themselves. This responsibility can be physically, emotionally, and financially demanding. Resources and supports are essential for caregivers to manage stress, prevent burnout, and maintain their well-being. Access to educational materials, respite care, and emotional support networks can help caregivers provide the best possible care while taking care of themselves. By supporting caregivers, we ensure they can continue their vital work with the strength and resilience needed to face daily challenges.

“[The specialist] was incredibly knowledgeable and was incredibly helpful.  She had never met the older adult we were talking about, but she cared so much and wanted to do everything in her power to help us.  We honestly would have been lost if we did not have PCOA.”  — Sanders H.

In celebration of National Caregivers Month, we are excited to offer special workshops designed to support and inspire caregivers while showing them how much we appreciate them. 

Find a Workshop

Mental and Emotional Self-Care for the Caregiver (Virtual Workshop)
Thursday, November 6, 2025
1:00–2:30 pm
Download the flyer or register at:

bit.ly/MentalEmotionalSelfCare

Movement and Comfort for the Caregiver (Virtual Workshop)
Thursday, November 13, 2025
1:30–3:00 pm
Download the flyer or register at:

bit.ly/MovementComfort

Social and Spiritual Nourishment for the Caregiver (Virtual Workshop)
Thursday, November 20, 2025
1:30–3:00 pm
Download the flyer or register at:
bit.ly/SocialSpiritual

Affirmations and Gratitude: Creative Self-Care for Everyday Positivity (Virtual Workshop)
Monday, November 24, 2025
11:00 am–12:30 pm
Download the flyer or register at:
bit.ly/AffirmationsGratitude

Workshop attendees will be entered in a raffle to win prizes including:

  • Lunch vouchers from Baggins
  • Gift card for Beyond Bread
  • Gift cards for First Watch on Campbell
  • Free tickets to Live Theatre Workshop
  • Voucher for four admissions to Mini Time Machine Museum
  • Four admissions to Reid Park Zoo
  • Gift card for Seven Cups Teahouse
  • Free tickets to The Loft
  • Family passes to Tohono Chul Park
  • Play voucher for Topgolf
  • Free tickets to the Tucson Botanical Gardens
  • Gift card for V’s Barber Shop
  • Self-care gift basket
  • Emergency preparedness kits
  • Gift card for Natural Grocers
  • Gift card for Gourmet Girls Bakery
  • Goodie bag from Trader Joe’s

All year, PCOA provides services and resources to support caregivers and their families.

Caregiver Support Groups

Are you overwhelmed by caregiving challenges? If so, you could benefit from the support of people who can relate to your experiences. PCOA offers caregiver support groups in person and online. You are not alone! Find a support group here. 

Caregiver Training

The demands of caring for a loved one can be stressful, and your own uncertainty can lead to additional stress. To relieve stress and uncertainty, PCOA provides monthly caregiver training workshops that will teach you the skills you need to safely care for your loved one.

One-on-One Caregiver Consultation

If you provide care to another person, whether a friend or family member, here or elsewhere, you may benefit from the guidance and support of a knowledgeable professional who understands all that caregiving entails. PCOA can help.

Caregiver Breaks (Respite)

Caregiver Breaks, or “Respite,” is taking a break from caregiving responsibilities, which allows the caregiver to take care of themselves and tend to their needs. It is temporary relief, often a few hours at a time, although it can sometimes be for longer periods of time.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

PCOA partners with Arizona Children’s Services to provide supports and services to grandparents and other non-parent relatives raising children.

Long-Term Care

The Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) is a Medicaid program in the state of Arizona that pays for long-term care services in the home or in a facility. This program is for people who cannot afford to pay for their own care, and financial and medical eligibility criteria must be met to qualify.

Additional Information

Helpful Caregiver Tip Sheets in both English and Spanish

Anger, Frustration, and Fighting
Anger, Frustration, and Fighting (Spanish)
Bathing
Bathing (Spanish)
Getting Lost
Getting Lost (Spanish)
Keeping Home Safe
Keeping Home Safe (Spanish)
Medications
Medications (Spanish)

How To Be a Resilient Caregiver Guide

Other Information for Caregivers

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