Never Too Late - September 2022

PimaCare at Home Choose PimaCare at Home for In-Home Services

The Katie Introducing thekatie.org!

PimaCare at Home is part of the Pima Council on Aging family of nonprofit companies. As a provider of non-medical in-home care services, we strive to provide our clients with

PCOA is proud to introduce The Katie virtual healthy aging center at thekatie.org! At thekatie.org, explore videos about various topics, including understanding Medicare, scams and fraud, simple exercises you can do safely at home, technology education, and much more. Visit thekatie.org to

excellent service, compassion, and most importantly, safety. When you select PimaCare at Home’s services for you or your loved one’s needs, you will have access to services such as: • Running errands, grocery shopping • Assisting with personal hygiene and grooming • Bathing assistance and getting dressed • Accompaniment to doctor's appointments • Household organization and light housekeeping • Monitoring and reminders to take medication Your services are designed to meet your lifestyle, activity level, budget, and schedule. We provide our Direct Care Workers with the appropriate personal protective equipment to safely carry out services. Bringing Awareness to Healthy Aging As we age many don’t necessarily have a clear understaning on what healthy aging can consist of. Part of healthy aging is educating oneself on topics such as: in home care assistance, falls prevention, communication with family/care team, and life care planning. This can be overwhelming when you don’t know where to start or not quite sure if you need assistance. PimaCare at Home can help with a free in-home assessment. Contact us now and we can help! • Meaningful companionship and support • Meal preparation and assistance with eating • Assistance with walking and avoiding falls By choosing PimaCare at Home, you support the work of Pima Council on Aging. We are here to serve vulnerable adults in need of care. Call PimaCare at Home at (520) 305-3445 or visit www.pimacareathome.com to learn more about how we can assist you or your loved one.

sign up for remote or in-person evidenced- based exercise classes designed for older adults, fall prevention workshops, assistance navigating Medicare, and a host of other opportunities for older adults to learn and engage. Connect with people and places around the world through Virtual Experiences, where you can take a virtual museum tour or chat with others while enjoying a live

stream of pandas playing or tropical fish swimming in a reef. The Katie is the name of both the virtual community center website at thekatie.org, and the physical Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center, located at 600 S. Country Club Road. The Katie serves as a hub for aging services and a place for our community to discover the array of services that we and our community partners offer to support healthy aging. The Katie is named for Katie Dusenberry, a long-time friend and supporter, former PCOA Board Chair, and national advocate for aging issues. There’s something for everyone at The Katie!

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