From government programs and financial guidance to caregiver support and in-home care — HPA has curated the resources families actually need, without the hours of searching.
In a world filled with complexities, we're here to simplify, support, and guide your journey. While we focus on assisting with the essentials of long-term care, our goal is to ensure that transitioning into this phase of life is eased and needs are met with care and consideration.
With HPA, you're not just planning for the future — you're ensuring a comfortable and secure path forward. And if you're not sure where to start, IRIS can walk you through it in plain language.
State and federal programs designed to support seniors and their families
Free, unbiased counseling for people with Medicare — including help paying for monthly premiums, prescription drug costs, and Medicare Advantage plans. Available in every state.
Find your local SHIP →Helps older adults live healthier lives through access to nutritious meals, chronic disease management, caregiver support, and community programs across Arizona.
Learn more →Health insurance for individuals 65+ or those with disabilities requiring nursing facility level of care — available in institutions or home/community settings. IRIS can walk you through the eligibility criteria.
Apply here →The official U.S. government site for Medicare. Compare plans, find providers, understand your coverage, and review your claims — all in one place.
Visit Medicare.gov →Medicaid covers long-term care for those who qualify financially. Understanding how spend-down works, what assets are exempt, and how to plan ahead can make a significant difference.
Learn about Medicaid LTC →A comprehensive federal resource that helps seniors identify which government benefit programs they may be eligible for — from food assistance to housing subsidies to healthcare.
Check eligibility →Protecting your rights, your assets, and your independence
Arizona's Legal Assistance Program offers information, advice, and advocacy to people 60+ under the federal Older Americans Act — promoting autonomy, dignity, and financial security.
Get legal help →Plain-language information about elder law issues — power of attorney, guardianship, estate planning, consumer protection, and more. Designed specifically for older adults and their families.
Visit Law for Seniors →Understanding your existing policy — what it covers, when to trigger it, how to file a claim, and what to do if coverage falls short. IRIS can help you think through your options.
LTC insurance guide →Step-by-step instructions for applying to Arizona's Long Term Care System — one of the most important Medicaid programs for seniors in the state. Start here before your application.
View instructions →A free service that helps older adults and caregivers identify federal, state, and local benefit programs — including help with utilities, food, healthcare, and housing costs.
Check your benefits →Financial exploitation is the most common form of elder abuse. Know the warning signs, how to report it, and how to protect yourself or a loved one.
Protect against fraud →Resources for the family members doing the hard work of caregiving
Tools, guides, and support for the 53 million Americans caring for an aging loved one — including how to manage burnout, coordinate care, and have hard conversations with family.
Visit AARP Caregiving →The nation's leading family caregiver organization — providing education, peer support, and resources to the more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic illness or disability.
Get support →Respite gives caregivers a temporary break. ARCH connects families to local respite programs so caregivers can rest, recover, and continue providing quality care long-term.
Find respite care →Research, policy advocacy, and practical resources for family caregivers. Their state-by-state resource guide helps caregivers find local support, services, and programs.
Find local resources →Comprehensive fact sheets on diseases, legal and financial matters, and caregiving logistics — written specifically for family caregivers navigating complex care situations.
Browse fact sheets →A free nationwide service connecting older adults and caregivers to local services — transportation, meals, home care, legal services, and more — in any zip code.
Find local services →Guidance and support for families navigating cognitive decline
The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. 24/7 helpline, care consultation, local support groups, and a care guide for every stage of the disease.
Visit alz.org →Provides care and services to families affected by Alzheimer's and related dementias — including a free memory screening program, online support groups, and caregiver education.
Get support →Memory care is specialized housing for those with Alzheimer's or dementia — with secured environments, trained staff, and structured programming. IRIS can help you find and compare options.
Ask IRIS →Provides education and resources for people living with dementia, their families, and care professionals — including a dementia care search tool and local resource directory.
Learn more →Conversations and documents that matter most — before they become urgent
America's most widely used advance directive — lets you express how you want to be treated if you become seriously ill and can't speak for yourself. Accepted in most states.
Get Five Wishes →Arizona's legal form for specifying your healthcare wishes, naming a healthcare power of attorney, and ensuring your decisions are honored if you become incapacitated.
Download form →Helps families have the conversations about end-of-life wishes that matter most — with starter kits, guides, and practical tools for talking openly about what care you want.
Start the conversation →Comprehensive information about hospice and palliative care — what it is, when to consider it, and how to find a quality provider near you.
Learn about hospice →Local Arizona hospice and palliative care provider — helping patients and families navigate terminal illness with expert compassionate care and family support.
Learn more →Tools and services to support independence at home
Arizona's largest retailer of home medical equipment — walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, lift chairs, and more. Six showrooms across Arizona, open six days a week. Offers rentals, repairs, delivery, and in-home installation.
Learn more →Disability and functional evaluation solutions — helping individuals and healthcare providers assess work ability, fall prevention needs, and functional limitations on a personalized basis.
Learn more →Getting to appointments, errands, and activities without a car
Arranges Uber and Lyft rides for seniors who don't use smartphones — one phone call gets you a ride, with family notifications for every trip. Also handles prescription pickup and grocery delivery.
Learn more →ADA paratransit service providing curb-to-curb rides for people with disabilities in the Phoenix metro area — for those who cannot independently use fixed-route bus or light rail service.
Learn more →Medicaid-covered transportation to medical appointments for eligible members. If you're on ALTCS or AHCCCS, you may qualify for free rides to healthcare visits.
Check eligibility →Connects older adults and caregivers to local transportation options in any zip code — including volunteer driver programs, senior van services, and community shuttles.
Find local transport →Support for seniors transitioning to a new home or care facility
Manages senior relocations with compassion and attention to detail — including downsizing, estate sales, junk removal, and full relocation support in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Cave Creek, and surrounding areas.
Learn more →Minimizes the chaos of moving by creating a customized action plan and handling all the details — from packing and floor planning to unpacking and setting up the new space. Serves the Phoenix East Valley.
Learn more →Convenient solutions for prescription management and delivery
Beyond rides — GoGo also arranges prescription pickup from the pharmacy and delivery to your door, so you always stay on track with your medication schedule.
Learn more →Picks up, delivers, and organizes medications and over-the-counter items on a weekly basis — helping prevent gaps in therapy and improving quality of life for seniors who can't easily get to a pharmacy.
Learn more →Programs to support nutrition, learning, hearing, and community connection
Provides low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs — and supports farmers markets and community agriculture programs across the country.
Learn more →An organization with a purpose: serving older adults through lifelong learning, health programming, and volunteering opportunities in cities across the U.S.
Find a program →Delivers nutritious meals to seniors who are homebound, isolated, or at risk of hunger — with wellness checks at each visit ensuring safety and connection.
Get meals delivered →A grassroots one-stop center providing services throughout Arizona to persons with hearing loss — partnering with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Blind communities.
Learn more →A fitness and wellness program for Medicare members — included at no extra cost in many Medicare Advantage plans. Gym access, online classes, and in-person social events.
Check eligibility →Connects seniors with food assistance programs including SNAP enrollment, food banks, and local meal programs — making sure no older adult goes without adequate nutrition.
Find food help →Professional care delivered in the comfort of home
Caregivers provide personal care, respite care, post-operative support, and companionship in the comfort of a client's home. Arizona-based with a strong track record serving seniors.
Learn more →Before hiring anyone to help at home, it's worth asking the right questions — about background checks, training, insurance, supervision, and how they handle emergencies. IRIS can help you prepare.
Ask IRIS →Home health is medically skilled care (nurses, therapists) typically covered by Medicare. Home care is non-medical help with daily activities. Understanding the difference helps you find the right coverage.
Medicare home health →Describe your situation in plain language and IRIS will help you understand which resources apply to your family's specific needs — no research required, no jargon.
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