WHO NEEDS DIRECT CARE?

People of any age may need the assistance of a direct worker if they cannot perform tasks of daily living by themselves because of an impairment or disability, or require assistance with health care tasks that are provided under the supervision of a nurse.

Did you know?

§         60 percent of people ages 65 and older will need direct care at some point in their lives. By 2030, that will mean an estimated 1.3 million people in Arizona will need direct care either at home or in a group or institutional setting.

§         Thousands of adults and children with physical or developmental disabilities are in community-based programs that provide day-to-day personal care, transportation, residential and other essential services.

§         More than 100,000 people across the state are served in home or community hospice settings.

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