Philanthropy Expressing our gratitude to donors for lifesaving contributions amidst rising challenges PCOA extends our deepest gratitude to the donors who responded to our appeal with unwavering generosity, helping older adults in crisis during these difficult times. In 2022, we found ourselves in a precarious situation as CARES act funding ran dry while inflation soared, and housing became increasingly unaffordable. To address these challenges, PCOA dedicated the 2022 Giving Tuesday campaign towards the creation of an emergency fund and you showed up in a massive way. The campaign was our most successful day of giving yet! In reflecting on the situation, Elizabeth Reeves who leads our Case Management teams, shared “people do this work to help, but saying no in the face of really desperate needs takes a toll on staff. Having this emergency fund to draw upon when clients call us for help has been a major burden lifted.” The needs are staggering, but PCOA remains steadfast in our commitment to serving the needs of older adults in crisis and advocating for increased services, but we can’t do this work without you. If you would like to make a life-saving donation to the emergency fund, visit pcoa.org/ donate and select “Emergency Fund” in the drop-down menu. Or call our office at (520) 790-0504 to make a credit card donation over the phone.
TMC Foundation donates $50,000 to address healthcare workforce shortage TMC Foundation has partnered with PCOA in addressing the shortage of healthcare workers in our community by donating $50,000 to the Caregiver Training Institute (CGTI). This grant allows CGTI to offer steeply discounted tuition to students with the aim of increasing the pool of workers available for frontline healthcare positions. CGTI, a local non-profit leader in healthcare education, joined the PCOA family of nonprofit companies in 2020. CGTI has been in operation for over 20 years, providing high quality training and certification for thousands of Certified Nursing Assistants and Certified Caregivers while also providing a dual certification, CNA Bridge, and Assisted Living Manager training options.
Tucson Electric Power steps up as lead sponsor for Café at The Katie , a welcoming gathering for those facing memory loss After a longstanding partnership with PCOA, Tucson Electric Power (TEP) recently stepped up in a big way by becoming the lead sponsor for the memory café, Café at The Katie . Memory Cafés are innovative gatherings that aim to address the pressing needs of individuals in our community living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias, as well as their caregivers, families, and friends.
Living with any form of dementia can be isolating and challenging, both for individuals and their caregivers. Café at The Katie is held twice a month and provides a warm and welcoming environment that’s fosters a sense of engagement, community, and emotional support through activities including music, art, and games. By sponsoring Café at The Katie , TEP is helping meet the critical need for socialization and connection among individuals with dementia in our community. To register for an upcoming cafe, visit memorycafe.pcoa.org, or contact Nicole Thomas at (520) 790-7573 x1739 or nthomas@pcoa.org
As we look to the future, one of the most pressing issues affecting our aging population is the healthcare workforce shortage. This partnership marks a significant step forward in bridging the caregiver shortage and ensuring older adults receive high quality care both in their homes and the community. To learn more about our certification programs and opportunities for tuition assistance, visit www.cgtiaz.org, or call (520) 325-4870 to schedule a visit.
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Pima Council on Aging
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