Classes & Events

First Aid/ CPR Training- CGTI

CareGiver Training Institute 710 South Kolb Road ##4, Tucson, AZ 85710, Tucson, AZ, US

First Aid/ CPR Training- CareGiver Training InstituteThe American Red Cross 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 BasicsMedical emergenciesInjury emergenciesEnvironmental emergenciesPreventing illness and injuryAdult CPR and AED useOpioid-associated life-threatening emergenciesChild CPR […]

Memory Loss: Progression, Behaviors, and Interventions pt 1 (in person)

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

Learn more about the brain changes that occur with dementia.A more in-depth look at dementia, Part I focuses on the 3-stage model of dementia progression, brain changes that occur with dementia, anticipation of decline, and an overview of some common behaviors and how to approach them. It is recommended but not required that you first […]

ALTCS Presentation (In-Person Event)

Desert Senita Community Health Center 410 North Malacate Street, Ajo, AZ 85321, Ajo, AZ, US

Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) PresentationLearn about the Arizona Long Term Care System, including what it is, what it takes to be eligible for the program, and what kinds of services are available once a person becomes eligible. A great place to start when you are considering ALTCS for yourself, or for a loved […]

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps Training

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 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 […]

Visibility Matters: LGBTQI+ and Aging – Virtual

Online Event

Visibility Matters: LGBTQI+ and Aging (Virtual)The Goal of Visibility MattersTo help our community’s service providers ensure that older LGBT adults receive aging related care services that are welcoming, respectful, and safe for them.What does the training include? A training to help service providers become more informed, sensitive to, and supportive of the needs of Lesbian, […]

Basic Life Support Training

CareGiver Training Institute 710 South Kolb Road ##4, Tucson, AZ 85710, Tucson, AZ, US

American Red Cross Basic Life Support Training

Memory Loss: Progression, Behaviors, and Interventions pt 2 (in person)

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

Focuses on behavioral interventions and caregiving strategiesThis training focuses on caregiving strategies, including positive physical approach and supportive communication, common challenges with dementia patients, such as fatigue, agitation, bathing, dressing, and sundowning, and some strategies for addressing them. You will also compare pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, learn about several non-pharmacological options, and get ideas for […]

Preparativos Hechos en Vida (Virtual)

Online Event

Preparativos Hechos en Vida (Virtual)Comenzando con eso que hace que la vida valga la pena para usted, esta presentación completamente en ESPANOL, explora los valores de la vida y la muerte, analiza las opciones disponibles para el cuidado al final de la vida, examina documentos importantes y recomienda estrategias para hablar sobre sus deseos, así […]

Spanish- First Aid/CPR Training – The Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

First Aid & CPR Training and CertificationThe American Red Cross 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 BasicsMedical emergencies Injury emergencies Environmental emergencies Preventing illness and injury Adult CPR […]

Cafe at the Lupu

PCOA Lupu Building 8467 East Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85710, Tucson, AZ, US

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory 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 […]

Let’s Talk About Living… and Dying (Remote)

Online Event

Let's Talk About Living... and Dying (Remote)"Let's Talk About Living... and Dying" is an interactive and informative training that will help you to:-Understand end of life care planning-Make informed healthcare decisions-Select and complete the advance directives that meet your needs-Pick the person who will advocate for your health care wishes, and develop strategies for completing, […]

Cafe at the Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory 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 […]

ALTCS Workshop – May 2024 (In-Person Event)

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Office 600 S. Country Club, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

ALTCS WorkshopLearn about the Arizona Long Term Care System, including what it is, what it takes to be eligible for the program, and what kinds of services are available once a person becomes eligible. A great place to start when you are considering ALTCS for yourself, or for a loved one.In accordance with CDC guidelines, […]

Dementia Friends Information Session (Online)

Online Event

Become a Dementia Friend in your community!In this training you will:-get a general understanding of what dementia is-learn the most common type of dementia-focus on adopting a mindset to create a dementia-friendly and inclusive community-understand five key messages about dementia-learn tips for communicating with people with dementia-choose an action step that you will take as […]

First Aid/CPR Training – The Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

First Aid & CPR Training and CertificationThe American Red Cross 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 BasicsMedical emergencies Injury emergencies Environmental emergencies Preventing illness and injury Adult CPR […]

Dementia Care Partners Support Group

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

A support group specific to care partners of those living with dementia.

DCW Training-SPANISH

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

Spanish DCW TrainingIn accordance with CDC guidelines, masking at PCOA facilities is optional for staff, volunteers, and members of the public. CDC recommends people at high risk of serious illness from COVID 19 discuss when they should wear masks and other precautions with their healthcare provider. PCOA representatives will gladly put on a mask at […]

DCW Training

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

DCW TrainingIn accordance with CDC guidelines, masking at PCOA facilities is optional for staff, volunteers, and members of the public. CDC recommends people at high risk of serious illness from COVID 19 discuss when they should wear masks and other precautions with their healthcare provider. PCOA representatives will gladly put on a mask at your […]

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps Training

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, 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 […]

Basic Life Support Training

CareGiver Training Institute 710 South Kolb Road ##4, Tucson, AZ 85710, Tucson, AZ, US

American Red Cross Basic Life Support Training

Cafe at the Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory 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 […]

You’re Dead, Now What? Exploring Body Disposition Options (In-Person)

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

You're Dead, Now What? Exploring Body Disposition Options (In-Person)Body disposition is choosing what happens to your body after death. This presentation explores burial, cremation, “green” options, and organ and body donation—and a few unexpected possibilities!At PCOA, we prioritize the health and safety of our community members. In alignment with current CDC guidelines, masks are not […]

Understanding Medicare (in-person) at PCOA -The Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

All things Medicare: Original and Medicare Advantage. Prescription (Part D). Medigap (Supplemental Coverage). Medicare Savings Program.