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Statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The Arizona Association of Area Agencies on Aging is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic in Arizona. The health, safety, and well-being of older people and their families is our top concern and priority. As is the case with many illnesses, older adults face a higher risk of developing severe symptoms of COVID-19 and also face…

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2020 Legislative Position Statement

The Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in Arizona strive to keep older adults and younger adults with physical disabilities in their homes as they age. Home and community-based services (HCBS) are critical to achieving this goal. HCBS include adult day health, assistance with bathing and dressing, meal preparation, shopping, bed linen changing, caregiver respite, home…

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2019 Long-Term Care Ombudsman Legislative Position Statement

In Arizona the Department of Economic Security (DES) is the designated Arizona Long-Term Care Ombudsman, delegating the Ombudsman services to each Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for their respective regions. A LongTerm Care Ombudsman is a specially trained advocate for residents of longterm care facilities, which include nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult foster…

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