Helpful Resource You Can Turn To
Our volunteers can’t do it all — but these resources may be just what you’re looking for.
Please Note: The resources listed here come from resident and community referrals. While we don’t officially vet or endorse them, your feedback helps us keep this list as helpful and accurate as possible.
Assisted Living Care Residences
Mesa Assisted Living Extended Family Homes | 480-586-7286
www.mesaassistedliving.com
A newer option for assisted living with 24/7 caregivers. These are large residences with either 8 or 10 bedrooms and 3-5 bathrooms. Private and shared rooms available for about the same cost as assisted living in a facility or nursing home. For more information, call Marta at 480-586-7286
Modern Care Homes | 480-383-3676
www.ModernCareHomes.com
There are several homes in Mesa – one of is on Quarterline Rd, just off Hawes. For information, call Operations Manager Kris Bautista, CNA at 480-383-3676.
Desert House Assisted Living Home | 480-275-5771
Private rooms, dining room. 24/7 supervised care by certified caregivers. Call Michael Garchitorena at 480-275-5771
Caregiving Services for Hire
Judy Medina, VP #1944 | 505-350-9892
Caregiver/personal assistant; will provide transportation, charges $25-$30/hour plus mileage.
Patty Carrube | 480-747-7859
20 years of experience, $30/hour, minimum of 4 hours. Will provide transportation for time and mileage.
East Valley Seniors Helping Seniors | 480-534-7413
www.shseastvalley.com
This company does everything we do and lots more including assistance with showering or dressing, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, medications reminders, respite care, meal preparation, and transportation to doctors, events or outings. And they are contracted with the Veterans Administration to provide free in-home care for veterans who served during wartime. Minimum 2 hours per visit at $35-$40/hour.
Cornerstone Caregiving | 480-485-0372
cornerstonecaregiving.com
Has clients in Viewpoint – Highly rated and reliable caregiving services including dementia care and transportation. Flat rate $35/hour for 4 hours+, $38/hour for 3 hours minimum, $44/hour for 2 hours minimum.
Living Free Home Care | 480-442-9667
www.livingfreehomecare.com
Has clients at Viewpoint. Most people schedule a regular time slot with this service and then schedule their doctor’s visits for those days. $36/hour with minimum 4 hours plus 75 cents per mile for transportation (or no cost if using your vehicle). Free home assessment. Cost may be covered by Aid & Attendance benefit for qualified veterans. Services include overnight visits as needed.
Home Instead | 480-827-4343
www.homeinstead.com
Has clients at Viewpoint. In addition to home care, companionship, meals, personal services (showering, dressing, etc), and transportation, Home Instead offers the add-on service of nurse-led services such as meds management, diabetes testing, oxygen therapy, vital sign tracking, foot and nail care and more. Cost is $34-36 per hour, typically for a minimum of 4 hours with overnight visits if needed.
Dementia Care Resources
Hospice of the Valley Dementia Care | 602-636-6363
https://hov.org/dementia/
Compassionate care and education for caregivers, including online classes via Zoom.
Oakwood Creative Care | 480-625-3867
www.oakwoodcreativecare.org/the-dementia-hub/
Facility on Adobe that provides activities for people with dementia as well as free education and support groups for caregivers.
Non-Emergency Hotline | 480-625-3657
Number to report abuse/neglect | 800-272-3900
Financial Services
Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) | 888-891-1516
www.altcs.com
An Arizona Medicaid program that is designed to help fixed income seniors and other disabled individuals find long-term care. Application typically takes 60-90 days for approval.
NOTE: If an individual earns less than $2,850 per month, that individual may qualify for at-home caregiver assistance.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance | 480-834-2122
www.prepareandempower.org
Free tax preparation & filing services for federal & state returns, for households with income less than $67,000.
Aster Empowered Aging | 480-964-9014
Free benefits and enrollment assistance for people on fixed income – Help with prescription costs, Medicare savings, Medicaid, food stamps, utility assistance, and more.
Financial Help for Residents with Parkinsons
Free Pharmacy Delivery
Brisma Pharmacy | 480-719-8798
www.brismapharmacy.com
Free delivery to your home from 9:00am to 6:00pm. After-hours delivery will incur a fee. Insurance accepted.
CVS
www.carepass.com
Join Carepass for $5 a month, get $10 coupon every month plus 20% off CVS brand and free delivery of non-pharmacy items as well as free delivery of eligible prescriptions.
Free Placement Services for Senior Living Arrangements
(Independent/Assisted Living/Memory Care). Service is free; specialists get paid by senior residences. They will help you find a few options that might suit you and then take you on tours of any places you choose to see.
All About You Placement | 480-498-2277
Gentle Hearts Living Solutions | 623-377-6897
www.gentleheartsliving.com
Michelle Sayles, RN
Handymen
We can do light repair (change a light bulb, simple fixes), but if you need more than that, call:
Jim Liljedahl | 970-457-7732
VP #2043. Call/Text: 480-203-7255
Jim Dandy Services | 970-309-4493
Licensed, insured, in park. Call/Text: 970-309-4493
Todd Adams | 507-381-3965
VP #404. Call/Text: 507-381-3965 (Winter season only)
Dave Burris | 480-223-3885
VP #2316. Call/Text: 480-223-3885
Jim Merrill The Handyman | 727-252-8444
VP #322. Call/Text: 727-252-8444
Rod Munyon | 602-826-3296
VP #3632. Call/Text: 602-826-3296
Home Health Care
(Covered by Medicare)
Medicare will provide in-home medical health care in certain instances.
If you have a medical condition such as Parkinsons, dementia, issues with your heart or kidney or other progressive medical condition, you may be qualified to receive routine home care or home health services including assistance with showering. These programs are fully covered by Medicare and designed to help you continue living in your own home. For more information, visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/ Click on In Home Health Care. One company that is familiar with Viewpoint is Hospice of America/American Home Health Services 480-696-4980.
Home Safety / Modification / Services
Free Smoke Detectors (installation and/or checks) | 480-644-5465
Provided by Mesa Fire Department. (donations appreciated)
Free Grab Bars | 480-644-3388
Provided by Mesa Fire Department. (donations appreciated)
Safe-at-Home Home Modification Services | 480-774-0237
www.rtvos.org
Through Rebuilding Together including indoor and outdoor ramps, grab bars, toilet risers and rails, handheld shower head, night lights and more. Free or low-cost based for couples earning less than $59,850 or singles earning less than $52,400).
Lift | 725-500-2012
Electropedic offers new and gently used lifts and installation.
Call Antoinette at 725-500-2012
Weatherization | 480-833-9200
Contact A New Leaf/MesaCAN to see if you qualify for weatherization upgrades to your home, including repair or replacement of HVAC systems.
Landline Service
US Mobile Home Phone $9.99/mo plus $110 for base. No Internet needed.
House Cleaners
We can do light housekeeping (vacuuming, sweeping, laundry, ironing, dishes, etc) but for full home cleaning, contact:
Mardene Spangler | 480-203-7255
VP #5204. $25/hr (Full-Time). Call/Text: 480-203-7255
Brittanee Fitch | 928-978-1817
$40-50/hr. Call/Text: 928-978-1817
Martha Campos | 480-553-1777
Dawn Melby | 928-978-1817
VP #3232. Former professional cleaner, estimates per job. Call/Text: 907-576-8185
Rosie’s | 602-672-2879
Dirty Deeds (Lori) | 480-203-5661
NOTE TO CANCER PATIENTS: You are eligible for 2 free house cleanings through an organization called Cleaning for a Reason: www.cleaningforareason.com.
In-Home Non-Medical Care and Personal Assistance
Aster Empowered Aging | 480-964-9014
www.asteraz.org
Provides low-cost or no-cost companion and home care services through volunteers, also delivers Meals-on-Wheels and connects seniors with financial assistance and social services. Transportation is also available.
Maricopa County Human Services Senior and Adult Living (SAIL) Program
Provides no-cost in-home support services for eligible seniors (age 60+). Services may include case management, in-home visits, needs & safety assessments, program & service referrals. Anyone can call the Senior Help Line at 602-264-4357 on behalf of an eligible Maricopa County resident.
Landscaping
Raul’s Tree Service | 480-553-4285
Medical Equipment Loan
Walker, crutches, show seat, etc.
Viewpoint Sunshine Angels – Judy Kuipers VP #2829
$5 per item
Mobile Medical Services
Mobile Urgent Care – Dispatch Health | 480-493-3444
www.dispatchhealth.com
Instead of going to an urgent care center, have the urgent care come to you. They typically arrive within a 4-hour window and can do anything that an urgent care center can do, including x-rays. Accepts most insurances.
Mobile Primary Care – Family First Physicians | 480-893-2345
www.familyfirstphysicians.com
If getting to a doctor’s office is difficult, you might consider switching to a mobile physician’s service. Most insurances accepted.
Mobile Podiatry – Foot and Ankle Institute | 480-788-2524
https://www.myhousecalldoc.com
Call for a wide range of services from toenail clipping (Medicare covers for some patients every 61 days) to bunion or wound care in your own home. Most insurances accepted.
At-Home Physical Therapy | 602-666-6620
www.at-homePT.com
Can provide up to 30 visits. Will get referral from your doctor and bill Medicare directly (not Medicare Advantage).
Mobile Skin Screening | 602-783-4971
www.mobileskinscreening.com
Angela Quinn, NP, offers a wide range of services from a full body skin cancer screening to skin tag removal, biopsy, and more. She does not accept insurance, but her cost is comparable to many plans that charge a specialist fee. And there’s the added benefit of being seen sooner rather than later – and in the comfort of your own home.
Other Senior Services
Activities, Outings and Support Services | 480-962-5612
www.asteraz.org
Via Aster Empowered Aging at Red Mountain Multigenerational Center on Adobe Rd (between 80th & Power). Weekday lunch served at 11:30 (reservation required) for suggested donation of $4.50. Free exercise classes, art classes, bingo, support groups. Group outings by bus. Help with access to low-income assistance programs such as help with utility bills.
Grief Support Group, meets weekly | 605-690-3577
Led by Rosey Thompson who has a degree in counseling & education.
For more information, call Rosey.
Personal Care in Your Home
Haircut/Color – Sandy Burgoon | 814-588-8967
Hair stylist for over 30 years, lives in Viewpoint. Call/Text: 714-588-8967
Home Pedicure/Manicure, Dyan | 561-927-7754
By state-certified nail technician Dyan. Will also just cut toenails. Call 561-927-7754.
Prepared Meal Delivery
Hearty AZ Chef | 602-264-4357
www.heartychefaz.com
Homemade, nutritious meals prepared by a local chef in Mesa. $65 a week for 5 meals delivered every Monday (order by Saturday). See menu online.
Meals on Wheels | 480-634-4312
www.asteraz.org
Private pay meals are $6.60 delivered daily Monday-Friday with option to add on frozen meals for the weekend. Subsidies available if financially qualified. Call Kim Wilson (Tues-Fri)
Mom’s Meals
www.momsmeals.com
Prepared for various needs such as low sodium, vegetarian, and even meals specifically made for cancer patients.
Factor Meals
Cook Unity
Senior Products
Medical Guardian Medical Alert System | 800-609-9950
www.MedicalGuardian.com
Necklace and bracelets connected to emergency services in case help is needed.
Scrubzz Disposable Rinse Free Bathing Wipes
Purchase on Amazon >
25 Pack – All-in-1 Single Use Shower Wipes, Simply Dampen, Lather, and Dry Without Shampoo or Rinsing
Transportation
For free rides to medical offices, check your Medicare and insurance benefits
Some Medicare Advantage plans include round trip transportation to your doctor; One Medical and some other senior primary care doctor’s offices provide transportation for their patients
Call Uber 833-USE-UBER (873-8237)
You can now call to request a ride without the Uber app. Must use a cell phone though because you receive text confirmation to your cell phone. Agent will set up account and you pay with credit card – will add $5 for to each ride for this service.
Set up Uber/Lyft app on your phone
So you can go anywhere, any time (we can help you do that).
Valley Metro Paratransit / Dial-a-Ride
Door-to-door transportation for $3-4 each way via paratransit shuttle or Uber/Lyft for residents with a disability preventing them from taking bus or light rail. Drivers do not provide rider assistance or go inside destination, but riders can bring a “personal care assistant” along for company (PCA rides for free). You must go to the Valley Metro office for an in-person interview. They will send a shuttle or if we have funds available, we can set up an Uber/Lyft ride for you. Learn more and get application >
Karla Emerson, 253-222-7390
www.RideShareMamma.com
Best to reserve in advance, but does have 4 drivers. Charges 85 cents per minute from her house and back to her house so that’s about $8.50 each way that is added to your ride. Driver will help passengers in and out of vehicle. $20 minimum, cash or Venmo only.
Wanda Care | 855-735-1222
www.wanda.care
Wanda makes it easy for seniors and people with disabilities to get anywhere they need to go. Drivers will help passengers in and out of the vehicle and will even go inside if requested. Wheelchair lift service is also available. Companions ride free.
Also see In-Home Non-Medical Care and Personal Assistance
Please Note: The resources listed here come from resident and community referrals. While we don’t officially vet or endorse them, your feedback helps us keep this list as helpful and accurate as possible.
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