“I can say that this program has changed and improved my quality of life.” Thanks to donors like you, Victoria has found more than a class—she’s found community, confidence, and hope. Your generosity helps keep programs like EnhanceFitness ® going. It helps people like Victoria feel strong, safe, and supported. More Than a Will Giving Older Adults the Tools to Plan Ahead In partnership with the Planned Giving Round Table of Southern Arizona At PCOA, we know that aging well starts with being prepared, and knowledge is one of the best gifts we can offer. That’s why we teamed up with the Planned Giving Round Table of Southern Arizona to present a free event: Why a Will is Not Enough. This special session helped older adults and their families better understand the estate planning process, and gave them the tools to protect their future. With expert guidance from attorneys Shannon Derksen and James Riley, participants learned about: • The difference between wills and trusts • How to avoid probate
Planning for the Future, Made Simple
PCOA offers FreeWill , a free, secure online tool that helps you create a legally valid will in 20 minutes or less. Whether you’re just getting started or revisiting your estate plans, FreeWill can help ensure your wishes are clear—and your legacy lives on. LEARN MORE AT legacygiving.pcoa.org
• Powers of attorney for finances and healthcare • Ways to align legacy plans with personal values The response was overwhelming: “This was so helpful.” “Thank you—I didn’t know how much I didn’t know.”
Events like this do more than share facts. They give people peace of mind. They also reflect what we believe at PCOA: older adults should feel informed, empowered, and supported as they plan for the road ahead. Thanks to your support, we can offer trusted, no-cost sessions like this one—on everything from estate planning to Medicare education to healthy aging. You’re helping older adults in our community make confident choices about their future. Join us during Make a Will Month on August 22 for Why a Will is Not Enough . Reserve your space today at bit.ly/pcoawhyawill
Partner Spotlight: Vantage West Credit Union
At Pima Council on Aging, we believe community partnerships are key to lasting impact—and Vantage West Credit Union exemplifies just that. Through their longstanding membership program, they’ve contributed support to critical programs like meal delivery, home repairs, and caregiver resources—ensuring that aging comes with dignity, independence, and care. We are deeply grateful to Vantage West Credit Union and their members for standing with us. Together, we’re building a stronger, more supportive community for every older adult we serve.
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