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PCOA assumes no responsibility by providing this information. This list is a community service and not an endorsement of any organization listed. We update information annually, however information could change over the course of a year. Please verify directly with the resource.
End of Life Planning
Having conversations with family, health care professionals, and close friends are important for planning your end-of-life care. Organizations like PCOA can help you begin those conversations and give you reliable information on filling out your advanced directives. In addition, these plans allow you to have the care and treatment you would want if you no longer can make the decisions on your own. The sub-categories here will assist you in this process. In the future, the Arizona Advance Directive Registry will be hosted and maintained by a healthcare organization called Health Current. As a result, a person’s end-of-life care plans will be accessible by healthcare professionals as part of their electronic health record.
See the glossary for descriptions of all categories
Pima Council on Aging (PCOA)
End of Life Planning/End of Life Education
8467 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 790-7262
Email: help@pcoa.orgdescription
End-of-Life Planning
Having conversations with family, health care professionals, and close friends are important for planning your end-of-life care. Organizations like PCOA can help you begin those conversations and give you reliable information on filling out your advanced directives. In addition, these plans allow you to have the care and treatment you would want if you no longer can make the decisions on your own. The sub-categories here will assist you in this process. The Arizona Advance Directive Registry is hosted and maintained by a healthcare organization called Health Current/Contexture. As a result, a person’s end-of-life care plans are accessible by participating healthcare professionals as part of their electronic health record.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
No Cost.
Research For Life
2230 E. Magnolia St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(480) 940-1310 | (800) 229-3244
Fax: (480) 471-5177Email: info@researchforlife.org
description
Research For Life understands that whole-body donation is a significant and personal decision. It’s not right for every person or family. But many families find solace in knowing that their loved one is helping humanity through the gift of whole body donation in their grief. Our professional and compassionate staff is available to ensure that you get all the answers to the questions you have. Just ask them.
business hours
Available 24/7
costs
Call for details.
Roots & Roads Community Hospice Foundation
5049 E. Broadway Blvd., Ste 400
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 351-5441
Fax: (520) 618-5473Email: supporting@rootsandroads.org
description
Roots & Roads works to ensure hospice patients and their loved ones are empowered to transform the end-of-life experience into the final act of living well. The Foundation works with hospices to provide financial support to patients with limited financial means to meet their basic needs. Additionally, Roots & Roads provides monthly educational presentations about the end of life issues.
service area
Southern Arizona
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Science Care
Body and Organ Donation
2001 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Ste 175
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(800) 417-3747
Fax: (866) 847-1647Email: info@sciencecare.com
description
Science Care is a body donation to a science program that helps future generations through improved scientific research and education. We offer no-cost cremation for donors that are accepted into the program.
The need for body donation to science touches every part of our lives. If you have ever taken any type of prescription medication, used any type of skin product, or had any kind of surgery, you've benefited from donors who helped to develop all areas of medicine. Register online today to express your intent to donate, or call us with any questions you may have. We're available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
business hours
24/7
costs
No Cost
Soulistic Hospice
Soulistic Medical Institute
Hospice
18 Calle Iglesia
Tubac, AZ 85646-1990
(520) 398-2333
Fax: (520) 398-9524Email: info@soulistichospice.org
description
Soulistic Hospice provides Physician and Primary Care Services, 24/7 Nursing Services, Palliative care; Hospice Medications, Home Health Aide-Personal Care, Light Housekeeping, Medical Equipment & Incontinence Supplies, Social Services, Spiritual and Emotional Support, Respite Care, and Bereavement Support. Volunteers (free training), We are a non-profit service.
service area
Amado,Arivaca,Green Valley,Sahuarita,Southern Arizona,Three Points,Vail
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, On call 24/7
costs
Contracted Insurance Plans---100% Covered by Medicare Part A, All Medicare Advantage Plans, TriWest Healthcare Alliance, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of AZ, United Healthcare Community Plan; AHCCCS-- American Indian Health Program, Arizona Complete Health, Banner - University Family Care, United Healthcare Community Plan; Arizona Long Term Care Plan-- Banner University Family Care, Mercy Care.
We strive to provide quality hospice care, regardless of ability to pay.
Soulistic Hospice
Soulistic Medical Institute
Hospice
2433 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 398-2333
Fax: (520) 398-9524Email: info@soulistichospice.org
description
Soulistic Hospice provides Physician and Primary Care Services, 24/7 Nursing Services, Palliative care; Hospice Medications, Home Health Aide-Personal Care, Light Housekeeping, Medical Equipment & Incontinence Supplies, Social Services, Spiritual and Emotional Support, Respite Care, and Bereavement Support. Volunteers (free training), We are a Non-Profit service.
service area
Amado,Arivaca,Green Valley,Sahuarita,Southern Arizona,Three Points,Vail
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, On call 24/7
costs
Contracted Insurance Plans---100% Covered by Medicare Part A, All Medicare Advantage Plans, TriWest Healthcare Alliance, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of AZ, United Healthcare Community Plan; AHCCCS-- American Indian Health Program, Arizona Complete Health, Banner - University Family Care, United Healthcare Community Plan; Arizona Long Term Care Plan-- Banner University Family Care, Mercy Care.
We strive to provide quality hospice care, regardless of ability to pay.
Southern Arizona Senior Pride (SASP)
Community Cares Program (Southern Arizona Senior Pride)
1632 N. Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 312-8923
Email: info@soazseniorpride.orgdescription
CCP called on elderly homebound gay seniors. We call on the phone or in their home weekly. Does not provide transportation.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - Su 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
Free
Southwest Institute for Bio-Advancement (SWIBA)
Body and Organ Donation
4541 S. Butterfield Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85714
(800) 723-3031
Fax: (520) 795-2084Email: info@swibadonor.org
description
The Tucson-based company accepts whole-body donations. We may or may not take bodies that have been used for organ donation. If requested, cremated remains are returned to loved ones within a few weeks of death. All the costs of donation, including cremation after use, are paid for by SWIBA. Call or visit their website for more information and donation forms. Pre-registration is not required.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
St. Mark's Methodist Church
description
St. Mark's Methodist Church provides non-hospice affiliated adult loss and grief support groups. Held on Mondays at 4:00 pm. Must call Susan Proebsting before attending
service area
Tucson
Sunrise Chapel
Transitions Grief Group
8421 E. Wrightstown Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 298-1245
Email: ethan@sunrisechapel.orgdescription
A weekly bereavement support group for individuals experiencing the loss of a loved one by death. This is a safe place to share thoughts and feelings with others who care and understand the journey of grief—no set curriculum. New participants are welcome anytime, a community service sponsored by Sunrise Chapel. The group meets on Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm in person. No online component is offered at this time.
business hours
T - F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM