*If you need further help finding a resource, please call the PCOA Helpline at 520-790-7262*
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.
Transportation
Various programs offer different forms of transportation and often require advanced notice for a ride. Volunteer transportation groups typically provide rides that are customized to the passenger. Transportation for people with disabilities use door-to-door service by utilizing mini-buses or vans. To learn more about ADA transportation resources, call (520) 791-5409. Public transportation has reduced fare/rates for older adults and people who are low-income.
See the glossary for descriptions of all categories
AARP in Tucson
AARP Smart Driver™ Course
6700 N Oracle Rd. Suite 331
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 571-9884
Email: aarp.tucson@gmail.comdescription
AARP Smart Driver classroom courses are now scheduled in most communities, but capacity may be limited. Please visit our website for detailed information.
A virtual version of the AARP Smart Driver course is also available in select states. Search for your state to see if a Smart Driver Virtual Course may be an option for you.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is one of many programs AARP Driver Safety offers. It's the nation's largest classroom and online driver safety course, and it's designed especially for drivers age 50 and older.
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ajo Transit Service
Southern Arizona Rural Travel
1248 N. 2nd Ave.
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-6559 | (800) 242-9483
http://ajotransportation.com/description
Ajo Transit Service provides Ajo and the surrounding areas to and from Arizona’s major metropolitan areas. The Ajo Dial-a-Ride service covers the community within a six-mile radius of the Ajo Plaza.
service area
Ajo
business hours
M - F 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM, S 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
Please call for pricing details.
American Cancer Society
Tucson Office and Road To Recovery
2015 W. River Rd., Ste. 245
Tucson, AZ 85704
(800) 227-2345
http://cancer.org/support-programs-and-services/road-to-recovery.htmldescription
The American Cancer Society has local programs, services, and community events. Call or check online for a calendar of events and a comprehensive list of services.
Road To Recovery:
Road To Recovery is a transportation service provided by volunteers to assist individuals with cancer to and from their treatment appointments. Due to public safety concerns related to COVID-19, your American Cancer Society is not currently setting up or coordinating patient rides to cancer-related appointments. Please visit us online or by phone to check the status of the Road To Recovery program.
Reach To Recovery:
For more than 50 years, the American Cancer Society Reach To Recovery program has been helping people cope with their breast cancer experience – as early as the first possibility of a diagnosis and continuing for as long as breast cancer remains a personal concern.
Finding out that you have breast cancer can make you feel overwhelmed, vulnerable, and alone. Suddenly having to learn about complex medical treatments and choosing the best one can also be stressful during this time.
As breast cancer survivors, our volunteers allow patients to express feelings, talk about concerns, and ask questions of someone who has been there. Most importantly, Reach To Recovery volunteers offer understanding, support, and hope because they have survived breast cancer. Program volunteers do not provide medical advice. Through our website and mobile app, you can create an online profile and match a volunteer who has experienced a similar type of breast cancer, stage, and treatment. You can also choose how you want to connect with a volunteer – through online chat, a phone call, or exchanging messages.
Within seconds, the Reach To Recovery website and app compare your information and preferences to volunteer profiles and identify the best volunteer matches for you.
To join Reach To Recovery and create a profile, visit us at reach.cancer.org or download the mobile Reach To Recovery app.
National Cancer Information Center:
The National Cancer Information Center provides information and support to those facing cancer 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Trained cancer information specialists are available via phone, live chat, and video chat. They provide accurate, up-to-date cancer information to patients, family members, and caregivers and connect them with valuable services and resources. Call us at (800) 227-2345 to speak with a representative.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Arivaca Coordinating Council Human Resource Group
Arivaca Human Resource building
17252 W. 5th St.
Arivaca, AZ 85601
(520) 398-2771
Fax: (520) 398-9788Email: arivacahr@gmail.com
description
Hunger Relief in the form of Meals and Food Boxes.
Energy Assistance for Trico, TEP, Propane, SWGas, and Firewood for cooking/heating
On-site Thrift Store offering gently used clothing, accessories, and linens.
Referral and support services.
service area
Arivaca
business hours
M - Th 8:00 AM - 4:00 Pm
costs
Many of our services are provided by volunteers, emphasizing hope and dignity for the individual. Confidentiality is of extreme importance. While helping the community, we encourage self-sufficiency through assistance and education. Services are provided free of charge. The exception is clothing and linens from our on-site Thrift Store. Most items are priced at $.50/each.
Arizona Medical Transit (AMT)
description
Arizona Medical Transit provides full-service non-emergency transportation. Door-to-door service for ambulatory, hospice, and stretcher transports and oxygen delivery.
business hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 am- 8:00 pm
Corona Cares (NCA)
Associated with zip code 85641
(520) 395-9327
description
Serving older adults who reside in Corona de Tucson Fire District between Dawn Road on the north and Ocotillo View Road on the south, Houghton Road on the west and Wentworth Road on the east.
Services offered:
Transportation
Errands
Friendly Visit
Friendly Phone Call
Caregiver Relief
Light Yard Work
service area
Corona de Tucson
Driving to Independence, LLC
4720 N. La Cholla Blvd., Ste 150
Tucson, AZ 85705
(855) 449-3331
Fax: (855) 449-4533description
Driving to Independence, LLC provides driver assessments and training for individuals unsure of their driver skills due to a diagnosis or the normal aging process. Their therapists have a specialized credential as Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists to ensure your assessment and training are the gold standards for driver safety.
They also provide vehicle modification services for older adults.
To get additional details on their services, please call the phone number provided -
(855) 449-3331.
business hours
By appointment Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Easterseals Blake Foundation
7750 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite A100
Tucson , AZ 85710
(520) 327-1529 ext: 7032
Fax: (520) 327-1836Email: klinn@blake.easterseals.com
http://easterseals.com/blakefoundation/our-programs/adult-services/transportation-services.html
description
Easterseals Blake Foundation provides:
Adult Day Services
Pima & Graham Counties
(520) 622-3933
Day programs for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. We utilize a person-centered approach, emphasizing independent living skills and implementing therapy plans and social/leisure activities to foster community involvement. Members are given ongoing training and support to encourage independence.
Behavioral Health Services
Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, La Paz, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz & Yuma counties.
844-546-3068
Individual & Family Counseling for Family Members of All Ages
Evidence-based counseling is offered to children, families, and adults. All services are designed to meet the individual and family's needs, ensuring that members receive quality care. Trained clinicians focus on strengths to support members and families through life transitions, behavioral concerns, and behavioral health and substance abuse challenge Play-based therapy is utilized for young children.
Aviva Children's Services offers behavioral health services to children currently in foster care.
Family Support Programs
Aviva Children's Services
Pima County (520) 327-6779
Community, Outreach, Resource, and Education program: CORE.
A short-term program focuses on assisting foster families in connecting with services and resources in the community. CORE also provides in-home support and guidance on navigating the Department of Child Safety, behavioral health, and educational systems. The CORE is child and family-focused to help stabilize the child and family unit.
Residential Services
Community-Based Residential Homes
Pima, Cochise, Graham & Santa Cruz Counties (520) 792-2636
Nineteen community-based, licensed group, residential homes for adults and children with moderate to severe intellectual and physical disabilities throughout the Tucson area where adults and children (ages 12 to 80) receive individualized person-centered support and treatment strategies to ensure each person served can live, work and play in their community. Designed by the member and their team, service plans are developed based on the needs and desires of the member and their family/guardian when appropriate. Services include habilitation, room and board, and transportation. Supervision and support by trained direct support professionals are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Transportation Services
Pima, Graham, Greenlee, Cochise, and Santa Cruz counties (520) 327-1529
Door-to-door transportation to maintain consistent access to community services, day programs, employment, medical and service appointments, educational and recreational activities, and social engagements for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Older Adults and low-income individuals who require accessible transportation can also access transportation services.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
costs
AHCCCS only
Eastside Neighbors Volunteer Program
Eastside Neighbors Volunteer Program
8302 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 245-4729
Email: envpcares@gmail.comdescription
We are a non-profit that provides transportation to clients that live within our service boundaries and are 60 years or older. The vehicle is for Medical Appointments, Grocery Shopping, and Banking. We will also Grocery Shop for clients. Clients must agree to an in-home interview and be ambulatory to qualify for Transportation Services."
Services Offered
Transportation
Errands
Friendly Visit
Friendly Phone Call
Light Housekeeping
Light Yard Work
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Eldercare Locator
USAging
1100 New Jersey Ave S.E., Ste 350
Washington, DC 20003
1 (800) 677-1116
Email: eldercarelocator@4a.orgdescription
Eldercare Locator, a U.S. Administration on Aging public service, connects you to services for older adults and their families.
service area
Tucson
business hours
9:00 am - 8:00 pm ET Monday to Friday
costs
We do not provide any direct services; we offer referrals to agencies that will go over service options and cost. Service costs will vary by service, location, and other factors.