activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 4
- Hosting educational events on gardening Community Garden Programming with EducationThe organization hosts educational events focused on desert-appropriate and wildlife-friendly gardening practices.
- Offering adaptive recreation programs Adaptive Sports Programs for Youth with DisabilitiesThe organization provides adaptive recreation programs specifically designed for youth and adults with special needs.
- Operating parks and recreational facilitiesThe organization provides access to parks, recreation centers, and trails for community use, including the 17-acre Historic Sahuaro Ranch, Grand Canal Linear Park, Foothills Park, and the Elsie McCarthy Sensory Garden.
- Providing municipal servicesThe organization delivers essential city services including fire and police protection, public transportation, street maintenance, and water services.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Coordinated multi-agency response for victim services coordinated_multi_agency_responseThe organization uses a coordinated, multi-agency model to deliver comprehensive services to crime victims through the Glendale Family Advocacy Center.
- Enhancing quality of life through public recreational infrastructure investment community-infrastructure-developmentThe organization enhances the quality of life for residents by investing in public recreational infrastructure.
- One-stop service model for victims of abuse and neglect one_stop_service_modelThe organization operates a “one-stop” service model that integrates law enforcement, health, child services, and prosecution agencies to support victims of abuse and neglect.
- Promoting desert-adaptive landscaping for sustainability desert-adaptive landscapingThe organization promotes gardening approaches that work with natural desert ecosystems to support wildlife and sustainability.
- Providing comprehensive municipal services municipal-service-deliveryThe organization provides comprehensive municipal services to support resident safety, mobility, and basic needs.
named programs · 25
what they call their work
Adaptive Recreation
Recreation programs designed for youth and adults with special needs.
Adopt a Park/Trail
A program for community members to help maintain Glendale's parks and trails.
Affordable Housing
Initiatives and services related to providing affordable housing options.
Alarm Program
Manages and regulates alarm systems within the city.
CALEA Accreditation Program
Police department program focused on achieving and maintaining accreditation standards.
Code Compliance Division
Ensures compliance with city codes, including proactive inspections and addressing issues like abandoned shopping carts.
Community Action Team (Police Department)
A police department initiative focused on community engagement and problem-solving.
Community Alerts
Provides information to residents about community safety and events.
Community Outreach (Fire Department)
Engages with the community through various outreach opportunities.
Community Watch Program
A police department program encouraging community involvement in crime prevention.
Elsie McCarthy Sensory Garden
A garden designed to engage the senses of sight, sound, smell, and touch.
Glendale Family Advocacy Center (GFAC)
Provides comprehensive and coordinated services to crime victims in a safe, comfortable, and convenient setting, in partnership with law enforcement, social services, and healthcare.
Glendale Family Bike Ride
A community event promoting outdoor activity and Valley Bike Month.
Historic Sahuaro Ranch Preservation
Preserves a 17-acre historic ranch featuring buildings, a rose garden, barnyard, and orchards.
Home Safety for Seniors
A program by the Fire Department focused on improving home safety for seniors.
Homeless Services
Provides services to address homelessness within the city.
Homicide Victim Registry
Maintains a registry of homicide victims in cold cases.
Internet Security (for children)
Provides guidance and programs to help keep children safe online.
Public Art Interactive Map
An interactive map showcasing various public art installations throughout Glendale.
Residential Lockbox Program
A program by the Fire Department to provide residential lockboxes for emergency access.
Safety Classes
Classes offered by the Fire Department to promote safety.
Sex Crimes Cold Case Registry
Maintains a registry of unsolved sex crime cases.
Temporary Art
Features temporary art installations as part of the IN FLUX initiative.
Victim Assistance Unit
Provides comprehensive services to victims and their families affected by crime, including crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support.
Water Conservation and Sustainable Living
Programs and information to encourage water conservation and drought preparedness.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Department of Child Services Partner — Partner in the Glendale Family Advocacy Center, providing child welfare services.
- Glendale Police Department Partner — Partner in the Glendale Family Advocacy Center, providing law enforcement services to victims of abuse and neglect.
- Honor Health Partner — Partner in the Glendale Family Advocacy Center, providing medical professionals for victim care.
- Main Library Partner — Co-hosts public educational events such as the Green Living Series at the library's auditorium.
- Maricopa County Attorney’s Office Partner — Partner in the Glendale Family Advocacy Center, providing prosecution services.