Information and Referral

Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest's Information & Referral program provides information about Alzheimer's Disease and the resources available in the local community. Below are documents listing the resources available to persons with dementia and their caregivers.

Questions such as "Does your facility accept" dementia patients, wanderers, combativeness, short term respite or ALTCS pending are asked.  Facilities are noted whether they have a dementia unit, wanderguard, door alarms, key pad locks or a secured/enclosed outdoor area. The list covers institutions in Maricopa, Gila and Pinal Counties.

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Adult Day Centers	Adult Day Centers that accept persons with dementia.
Assisted Living Centers	Assisted Living Centers in Arizona, providing rooms or units to more than 10 residents.
Assisted Living Homes	Assisted Living Homes in Arizona, providing rooms or units up to 10 residents.
Assisted Living Rules	Assisted Living Regulations and Rules for the State of Arizona.
Attorneys - Private Practice	Private practice attorneys that deal with elder law.
Attorneys - Private Practice (Free or Reduced Fee)	Private practice attorneys that deal with elder law and work for reduced or no fees.
Dentists	Dentists that accept persons with dementia.
Geriatric Care Managers	Health and human services specialists who help families care for older relatives.
Geriatricians	Geriatricians that accept persons with dementia.
Hospice Agencies	Hospice agencies throughout Arizona.
In-Home Care Medical	Licensed In-Home Care facilities that accept persons with dementia.
In-Home Care Non-Medical	Non-Licensed In-Home Care facilities that accept persons with dementia.
Low Cost Medical Services	Listing of Community Health Centers through the Arizona Association of Community Health Centers.
Skilled Nursing	Nursing Institutions include Nursing Homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities and Extended Care Facilities.
Neurologists	Neurologists that work with persons with dementia.
Neuropsychologists	Neuropsychologists that work with persons with dementia.
Research & Studies	Research & Studies that deal with dementia.
Transportation	Agencies that can help to transport persons with Alzheimer's disease.

While the Chapter attempts to keep as complete information as possible, this list is not inclusive and information is subject to change. Please contact the facility for confirmation of information. To obtain current information regarding facility licensure status or complaints, please contact the Arizona Dept of Health Services at 602.542.1001 or check online at www.azcarecheck.com.