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Alert 1
description
Alert 1 provides personal emergency response systems and fall detection systems for use in the home and on the go. Fall detection service is also available.
business hours
M - F from 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM E.T. Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM E.T.
costs
Please call for details
Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association Inc
2990 N. Swan Rd., Ste 147
Tucson, AZ 85712
(800) 272-3900
Fax: (520) 322-6739Email: llopez@alz.org
description
The Alzheimer's Association offers various free programs, services, and resources to help cope with all aspects of dementia and its progression, including Support Groups, Education, Early Stage programs, Safety Services, and a 24/7 Helpline (800) 272-3900.
service area
Tucson
business hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. M-F with 24/7 Helpline Support
costs
Programs and services are provided free of charge.
Arizona Superior Medical Program
8117 E. Rivenoak Cr.
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 551-4199
description
The MEDICAL FREEDOM SYSTEM consists of unique programming, with the phone numbers of your friends, neighbors, or loved ones, as well as emergency operators. It's perfect for use in medical emergencies or when you need a helping hand. When the Medical Freedom system alone is insufficient, we arrange in-home care for clients throughout the Tucson area at reasonable rates. Our caregivers are CNAs who have had extensive experience in required care.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - S 9:00 - 6:00
costs
No cost after two years of service, call for details.
ASystem4U
description
Lecture on how to avoid being a victim and self-defense classes if avoiding fails.
Class using a Walking cane and other everyday objects for self-defense
Low-impact exercise for all ages. The instructor is 80+ and teaches how to work around our weak areas
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
costs
$10/90 minute class or $30/mo.
Beacon Secure
Beacon Group
Shredding
6600 S. Downing Ave.,
Tucson, AZ 85756
(520) 352-9951
Fax: (520) 620-6620Email: tdow@beacongroup.org
description
The Beacon Group offers Confidential shredding services.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M-F 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
costs
The drop off service costs $45.00 for up to 100 pounds of material. (100 pounds is roughly five full banker boxes). A flat rate of 30¢ per pound for each pound over 100. A pickup service is also available. we service all of Southern Arizona Cash, check, and credit cards are accepted.
Best Buy Health, Inc.
27475 Meadowbrook Rd.
Novi, MI 48377
(888) 557-4462
Fax: (800) 325-5145Email: healthcontracts@bestbuy.com
description
Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS)
Installation and 24-hour monitoring of personal emergency response systems
service area
Tucson
business hours
Admin Office: M-F 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, Care Center open 24/7/365
Careforth
description
Careforth is a website that provides resources and information on the top 30 GPS trackers for older adults. GPS trackers for older adults come in several forms, from wearable watches to tags that can be attached to a keychain or to your loved one’s clothing. A growing number of modern devices include both medical alert functionality and GPS tracking, providing the best of both worlds. Visit the website to find the right tracking devices for you.
City of Tucson Fire Department
Fire Prevention Bureau
300 S. Fire Central Pl.
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 791-4502
Fax: (520) 791-5346description
The City of Tucson Fire Department - The Fire Prevention Unit determines if a person's home is a fire hazard due to hoarding.
City of Tucson Fire Department
description
Residents must purchase a lockbox from https://www.knoxbox.com/, or you may order a knoxbox by going tohttps://docs.tucsonaz.gov/Forms/TFD-Knox-Box or by calling 520-837-7080 the Tucson Fire Prevention Department and request an order form to be mailed to you. The resident is responsible for the installation of the lockbox. Lockboxes were ordered through Knoxbox.com.
business hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Corona De Tucson Fire Department
description
Residents can purchase a lockbox from https://www.knoxbox.com/, or you may order a knoxbox by calling the Corona De Tucson Fire Department and requesting an order form to be mailed to you. The resident is responsible for the installation of the lockbox. Lockboxes ordered through Knoxbox.com start at $210.00. Residents may also call to discuss other lock box options.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM