Pima Council on Aging

DCW Training
2026-11-02 09:00 - 2026-11-04 17:00, 2026-12-02 09:00 - 2026-12-04 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 85716, US
Successfully completing our State-Approved Training and Testing Program qualifies you to become a DCW in as little as three days!

A Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides non-medical services such as personal care (hygiene, grooming and helping with elimination needs), light housekeeping, nutrition assistance, and physical support and assistance as necessary.
The Direct Care Worker class includes classroom lecture and skills lab training. Successfully completing our State-Approved Training and Testing Program qualifies you to become a DCW in as little as three days!

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First Aid/CPR Training - The Katie
2026-11-05 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-11-24 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-19 09:00 - 13:00 | PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 85716, US
First Aid & CPR Training and Certification

The HSI First Aid CPR AED course trains participants to provide first aid, CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
What does this course teach?

First Aid Basics
Medical emergencies
Injury emergencies
Environmental emergencies
Preventing illness and injury
Adult CPR and AED use
Opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

Why take the time to become certified?

You could save someone’s life in an emergency situation
Opportunity to increase someone’s comfort during a medical emergency
These skills can prevent a circumstance or someone symptoms from worsening while they wait for medical attention
Being certified adds value to your community – your training can help to save a persons life in your family, job, neighborhood or community!

This is an opportunity to gain the skills you need to help others during times of crisis. This training helps you to recognize the signs that someone needs help and administer the appropriate type and level of care in an emergency situation.

Please be aware that PCOA events can be filmed and/or photographed. By attending, you consent to your image and likeness being used in future promotional materials, social media, archives, and other publications.
Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to respecting your privacy. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our event staff.

Cafe at the Katie
2026-11-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-12-09 10:00 - 11:00 | PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 85716, US
A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities together

Memory cafes provide those dealing with cognitive decline and their friends, families, and caregivers a welcoming, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment where they can take part in engaging experiences designed with them in mind. Be part of our community. We invite you to come socialize with others in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.

Please be aware that PCOA events can be filmed and/or photographed. By attending, you consent to your image and likeness being used in future promotional materials, social media, archives, and other publications.

Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to respecting your privacy. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our event staff.

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps Training
2026-11-13 09:00 - 15:30 | PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 85716, US
Caregiving Essentials: First Steps (Part #1 Steps to Resilience; Part #2 Physical Care & Safety)

This two-part workshop is for informal, non-paid family caregivers and touches upon common caregiver issues. In the morning, Part #1 Steps to Resilience, topics are discussed such as communication strategies, legal and financial matters, housing, memory care & dementias, end of life planning, and many others. In Part #2 Physical Care & Safety, we have an apartment like room which is set up to demonstrate and assist caregivers in learning proper body mechanics to not hurt your back, home safety and assistive devices, setting up an emergency plan and other useful topics.

Workshop 1: Steps to Resilience
(9:00 am–12:30 pm) • Stress Management Tools • Communication Strategies • Alzheimer’s & other dementias • Nutrition, Hydration & Assistance with Eating • Psychological & Emotional Conditions • Grief & End of Life Resources • Managing Medications • Phone and Technology Use • Housework/ Laundry Services • Driving Concerns • Finances & Legal Resources
Workshop 2: Physical Care and Safety
(1:00–3:30 pm) • Proper Body Mechanics • Home Environment Safety & Fall Prevention • Planning for an Emergency • Understanding Assistive Devices • Proper Walking /Transferring techniques • Re-positioning with reassessment • Activity Planning, Outings and Car Etiquette • Infection control and providing Personal Care

For possible respite during training, call Arizona Caregiver Coalition 888.737.7494 or our Helpline 520-790-7262.
NOTE: If staying for both, bring your own lunch. Only water and coffee will be available.

Please be aware that PCOA events can be filmed and/or photographed. By attending, you consent to your image and likeness being used in future promotional materials, social media, archives, and other publications.

Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to respecting your privacy. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our event staff.

PCOA/SHIP Medicare Updates for 2027
2026-11-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Murphy-Wilmot Library, 530 N. Wilmot Library, Tucson, AZ 85711, Tucson, AZ, 85711, US
Join us in person for the latest scoop on PCOA SHIP Medicare changes coming in 2027!

PCOA/SHIP Medicare Updates for 2027
Join us in person to get the latest scoop on Medicare changes coming in 2027! This event is perfect for anyone looking to stay ahead with fresh insights and practical tips. Don’t miss out on the chance to connect, learn, and ask your pressing Medicare questions in a friendly, relaxed setting!

Cafe at Murphy-Wilmot Library
2026-11-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-12-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Murphy-Wilmot Library, 530 N. Wilmot Library, Tucson, AZ 85711, Tucson, AZ, 85711, US

PCOA/SHIP Understanding Medicare (updated for 2027)
2026-12-16 12:00 - 15:00 | PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 85716, US
Join us in person to get the latest scoop on Medicare for 2027 with PCOA/SHIP!

PCOA/SHIP Understanding Medicare (updated for 2027)
Join us in person for an informative session all about Medicare! Whether you’re new to Medicare or looking to get the latest updates for 2027, this event is perfect for you. We’ll break down the basics, cover the changes, and answer your questions in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on understanding your Medicare options with us!
