Your Inside Look at Arizona’s Health Care Community
Posted in Events, Family & Caregiver, Parkinsons, Social Workers on Jan 21st, 2009
February 15th, 2009 marks the 3rd annual Walk the Fight in support of Parkinson’s Disease. This walk is held in order to raise money for continued research, education and outreach to those affected by this disease. You can participate as an individual walker, put together a team or become a business sponsor at one of [...]
Posted in ALTCS, Events, Social Workers on Jan 6th, 2009
You’re invited to participate in the first monthly social workers conference call tomorrow!
It’s your chance to stay connected with others in the social work field. While on the call, get your questions answered, network and learn about changes in issues pertinent to your line of work. Sounds great, right?! Best of all, it’s FREE.
Mark your calendars for [...]
Holiday Greetings to all the wonderful families who are caring for their loved ones and to those who have dedicated their professional life to assisting those going through the turmoil of long term care. We recognize how difficult this journey can be. We feel blessed every day that we can help you and provide guidance to assist you.
Thank you for [...]
Hometown parades and picnics in the park. Military bands. Sprucing up military cemeteries and planting American flags graveside. And of course, speeches. Veterans Day is celebrated in many ways today, but has changed over the years. “Thanking veterans for their service” to our country has a rich history.
As early as 1871, ceremonies were held in [...]
Posted in ALTCS, Events, Family & Caregiver on Oct 3rd, 2008
The Arizona Long Term Care System is more complex than you probably realize. Most people only think this program serves the elderly but did you know ALTCS also serves those with developmental disabilities who have long-term care needs?
This part or branch of ALTCS is called ALTCS-DDD. The State (ALTCS) contracts with Department of Economic Security (DES) to provide [...]
Posted in ALTCS, Alzheimers, Events, Hospice on Sep 23rd, 2008
This Thursday, September 25th from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. you have the chance to earn 3.0 FREE CEU credits while learning from five outstanding speakers. JacksonWhite will be presenting their ALTCS 101 course and Understanding the VA Benefit. Hospice of Arizona will be speaking on Alzheimer’s and Dementia and the Myths and Misconceptions Regarding the [...]
Posted in ALTCS, Events, Social Workers on Sep 18th, 2008
AHCCCS Community Relations is introducing monthly Web-conferences starting later this month. Space is limited so please RSVP by calling (602) 417-4812 or e-mailing francisco.heredia@azahcccs.gov.
All meetings are held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. – so, mark your calendars for the following dates:
September 29, 2008 Topic:Navigating through AHCCCS and KidsCare Programs
October 27, 2008 Topic: Incorporating Health [...]
Posted in Assisted Living, Events, Family & Caregiver on Sep 10th, 2008
It’s official! Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano has proclaimed this week (September 7th -13th, 2008) ”Assisted Living Week.”
Did you know that…
The number of Arizona residents 85 years old and above has increased by 82% since 1996?
The number of Arizonans over the age of 85 will increase 102% by 2020?
There are approximately 2,000 licensed Assisted Living centers [...]
JacksonWhite has been invited to participate in the “Summer Learning Series” workshop. The “Summer Learning Series” is being hosted by the Catholic Outreach Center, a program of The Foundation for Senior Living. The first Workshop will be held at St. Clement Parish Church located at 15800 Del Webb Blvd on Thursday, August 7th from 9:30 a.m. until [...]
Posted in Alzheimers, Events on Jul 10th, 2008
JacksonWhite Elder Law is a proud sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter. The association’s biggest event, Memory Walk, will be here before we know it. Now is the time to check it out and join or form a team! Visit the chapter’s Web site to sign-up and get more information. When you’re at the event, [...]