Elder Protection Program
ARC’s skilled professional case managers help seniors escape abusive and life-threatening situations. We employ the generosity of Tucson area adult care homeowners to help provide safe temporary housing, acquire immediate medical care, and transition to long-term housing– all free of charge. Funding is provided by the US Department of Justice and the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Pima County

Our services include:
Professional Crisis Intervention and Support services for people over 50 or for individuals with disabilities experiencing abuse or neglect
Professional Case Management Services and help navigating the justice system and acquiring appropriate legal and social services
Obtaining remote orders of protection
Safety Planning and help locating accessible long-term housing.
What happens when you call?
Be heard, supported and believed
Regain control over the situation
Develop and enhance personal strengths and coping skills
Gain knowledge and skills for financial and housing stability
Learn how to acquire government benefits and assistance
You may be a victim of elder
abuse if:
You have been physically assaulted, injured, or restrained
You have been denied, medication, food, hearing aids, eyeglasses, walker, crutches or cane, or denied contact with family and friends
You are being pressured to give someone information or control over your finances or assets
Someone is insulting, yelling or threatening to move you against your will

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