Senior Assistance

 

29th Street C.A.N...................................................................................    406-6959

   The 29th Street C.A.N. are volunteers that help seniors aged 60+ and handicapped

   adults who live in the 29th Street Coalition Weed and Seed area. Free neighborly

   services include transportation, yard work, socialization, caregiver relief, and more.

   Please call 406-6959 for more information.

 

ARC/ Elder Shelter & Later Life DV Services...................................         327-2665

                                                                                                                           OR        566-1919

 

Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) .............................................................   882-0018

    CPLC is a non-profit Community Development Corporation dedicated to providing

   opportunities through advocacy, communications, and program services to

  disenfranchised residents in the areas of housing, youth and economic development.  

     www.cplc.org

 

Elder Abuse Hotline...............................................................................   791-5809

    This is a non-emergency number for the reporting of information concerning

    criminal abuse of the elderly.

 

Elder Law Hotline...............................................................................       623-5137

                             http://www.supreme.state.az.us/selfserv/elderlaw.htm

 

Pima Council On Aging........................................................................     790-7262

                             http://www.pcoa.org/

 

Getting Around:

 

Bus Passes And Schedules:

 

    Pima County residents should contact Pima County Dept. of Transportation at

   Bus Passes & Schedules....................................................................       791-5409

    Pima County residents should contact Pima County Dept. of Transportation at

         740-6403 for Handicar.

                       

HANDICAR  ........................................................................            881-3391

                       http://www.dot.co.pima.az.us/transsys/specialneeds/

 

                        VAN TRAN   ...............................................................            798-1000

                       www.vantran.org

                       

SUN TRAN   ...............................................................             792-9222

                       www.suntran.com

 

Carpools...............................................................................        884-7433

    RideShare resources for commuters include free confidential carpooling

    matching service, the Guaranteed RideHome Program for registered carpoolers,

    and information about alternate transportation options.  www.pagnet.org

 

   

Freedom Park Senior Programs...........................................         791-4969

   5000 E 29th Street

 

Weekdays – (50+ & Spanish Speaking)

   Free classes, 9:30AM to 1:00PM    Computer, chair exercises, and line dancing

   classes.  We also have scheduled activities that include DVD’s, book club, library,

   Bingo, walking, weight room, cards, and needlework/sewing club.

 

Weekdays – (60+)

    Hot, delicious meals are served 12:00-1:00PM. Donation is $1.50. Sign up in

     advance by calling 791-4969

 

Wednesdays:

   A Pima Council on Aging Ambassador will be in the Freedom Center from

   10:00AM to 12:00 non, to help seniors find resources for any needs.

 

The Second Friday Of Every Month:

    A POCA advisor on Medicare, pensions, property taxes, utility bill savings, etc.

    will be at Freedom Center. Call and make an appointment at 791-4969

 

Recreation Centers & Senior Facilities....      http://www.tucsonaz.gov/parksandrec/programs.php

 

Classes...................................................................................       791-4873

    A free quarterly Program Guide & Class Catalog from Tucson Park and Rec. provides

    descriptions, fees, and registration information for hundreds of seasonal leisure classes

    for all age groups, as well as department facilities and programs. 

     www.tucsonaz.gov/parksandrec  

    Register for classes online at http://www.ezeereg.com/Start/Start.asp?SCheck=298867415&SDT=39859.7431492245

    or by phone at 573-3933.

 

    Armory Park Senior Center....................................................        791-4865

     220 S. 5th Ave

 

   Cherry Avenue Center............................................................        791-4497

     5085 S. Cherry Ave.

 

   Edith Ball Adaptive Center...................................................       791-5643

     3455 E. Zoo Court

 

    El Pueblo Regional Center.......................................................      791-5643

     101 W. Irvington Rd.

 

    El Rio Center.......................................................................       791-4683

     1390 W. Speedway Blvd.

 

    Fred Archer Center................................................................       791-4353

     1665 S. LaCholla Ave. 

 

   Freedom Park ........................................................................      791-4969

     5000 E 29th Street

 

    Morris K, Udall Center............................................................      791-4931

     7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

 

     Northwest Center...................................................................     791-3247

     2160 N. 6th Ave.

   

     Oury Center..........................................................................      791-4788

     600 W. St. Mary’s Rd.

   

     Pasqua Center........................................................................     791-4609

     785 W. Sahuaro St.

 

     Quincie Douglas Center............................................................   791-2507

     1575 E. 36th Street

 

     Randolph Center....................................................................     791-4560

     200 S. Alvernon Way

 

     Therapeutic Recreation Center.................................................    791-4504

     1000 S Randolph Way

 

     William Clements Center.........................................................     791-5787

     8155 E. Poinciana Dr.

 

Persons With Disabilities:

 

ARC of Tucson ........................................................................................   570-1295

        http://www.thearc.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?&pid=223&srcid=225&chid=47

 

Americans With Disabilities (City Paratransit).....................................   791-5409

                                                                                                                    TTY/TTD    791-5452 

Call for eligibility criteria for City of Tucson ADA Paratransit service Van Tran. Pima County residents should contact Pima County Dept. of Transportation at  740-6403 for Handicar.

                        HANDICAR  ....................................................  881-3391

                      http://www.dot.co.pima.az.us/transsys/specialneeds/

                        VAN TRAN   ....................................................  798-1000

                       www.vantran.org

 

Commission On Disability Issues...........................................................    791-4213

 

DES Division of Development Disabilities...................................   (602) 542-0419
                                                                                                                              (866) 229-5553 

Disability Parking ...................................................................................   791-5409

           Call for information about obtaining a permit and special plates.

   Enforcement Action..............................................................................   791-4444

           Call for enforcement action on illegally parked vehicles.

   Problem Areas ......................................................................................  791-4404

           For special disabled parking enforcement in problem

           areas such as shopping centers and apartment buildings,

          contact the Tucson Police Department, Volunteer Services

          Division.

   Technical Information.........................................................................    791-5550

           For parking space technical information such as number

          needed, width, and signage, contact the Development

          Service Department

 

Tucson Park and Recreation..................................................................   791-4873 ext216

        Park and Recreation offers opportunities for youth and

        adults with disabilities who are ready for inclusion. 

       www.tucsonaz.gov/parksandrec