Senior Assistance

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

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

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

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

   Please call Sarah Scopellite, programs coordinator at 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 29^th 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 with Hank 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. 5^th 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 29^th Street

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

     7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

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

     2160 N. 6^th 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. 36^th 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.