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Arizona Knowledge Empowerment and

AZ · EIN 462865423 · $1.3M rev · operational · azkeag.org
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Arizona Knowledge, Empowerment and Advocacy Group provides comprehensive support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence. Operating primarily in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, the organization offers a range of programs including developmental homes, habilitation services, and attendant care.

activities · 15

what they do

direct service · 12
  • Delivering Habilitation, Attendant Care, and Respite Services Supported Living for IDD
    Offers Habilitation services to help individuals acquire and enhance self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills; Attendant Care services for personal care, supervision, and companionship; and Respite services to provide relief and emotional support to primary caregivers.
  • Implementing Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
    Implements research-based practices to reduce challenging behavior and improve quality of life through Positive Behavior Support, a person-centered approach.
  • Implementing Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
    Implements research-based practices to reduce challenging behavior and improve quality of life through Positive Behavior Support, a person-centered approach to enhance relationships between members and caregivers.
  • Licensing Developmental Home Providers
    Licenses Developmental Home Providers to ensure quality care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Operating a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) Program Adaptive Social and Recreational Programs
    Operates a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) program at a farm site in North Phoenix, providing activities such as gardening, animal interaction, life skills learning, and community outings for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Operating a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) Program Adaptive Social and Recreational Programs
    Operates a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) program at a farm site in North Phoenix, offering activities such as gardening, interaction with farm animals, workout space, life skills learning, media room, arts and crafts, and community outings.
  • Operating a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) program Adaptive Social and Recreational Programs
    Operates a Day Treatment for Adults (DTA) program at a farm site in North Phoenix, offering various activities such as gardening, interaction with farm animals, life skills learning, arts and crafts, and community outings.
  • Providing Attendant Care and Respite services
    Offers Attendant Care Services, including personal care, general supervision, and companionship, and Respite services to provide relief and emotional support to primary caregivers.
  • Providing Developmental Home Services Supported Living for IDD
    Provides full-time care and supervision for individuals with developmental disabilities in a family-oriented environment, including specialized homes for children under 18 and adults aged 18 and over, focusing on life skills development, independence, and personal growth.
  • Providing Developmental Home Services Supported Living for IDD
    Provides full-time care and supervision for individuals with developmental disabilities in a family-oriented environment through Child Developmental Homes for those under 18 and Adult Developmental Homes for those 18 and over.
  • Providing Habilitation, Attendant Care, and Respite Services Supported Living for IDD
    Offers Habilitation services to develop self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills; Attendant Care for personal care and supervision; and Respite services to support primary caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Providing care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities Supported Living for IDD
    Provides direct care and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including full-time care and supervision in family-oriented Developmental Homes for both children and adults, and Habilitation services to develop self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills.
capacity building · 3
  • Providing Training for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Caregivers Behavior Support Training for Caregivers
    Provides training for DSPs and caregivers on behavior change skills, tools, and resources, including Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Article 9 training covering approved teaching techniques, rights of individuals with developmental disabilities, and behavior plans.
  • Providing training for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and caregivers Behavior Support Training for Caregivers
    Provides training for DSPs and caregivers on behavior change skills, tools, and resources, including Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Article 9 training covering approved teaching techniques and the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Training Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Caregivers Behavior Support Training for Caregivers
    Provides training for DSPs and caregivers on behavior change skills, Positive Behavior Support (PBS), and Article 9, covering approved teaching techniques, rights of individuals with developmental disabilities, and behavior plans.
strategies · 6

how they think

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named programs · 5

what they call their work

Attendant Care Services
Offers personal care, general supervision, and companionship to individuals needing support.
Day Treatment for Adults
Engages adults in various activities and learning opportunities at a farm site, promoting skill development and community integration.
Developmental Home Services
Provides full-time care and supervision for individuals with developmental disabilities in a family-oriented environment.
Habilitation Services
Aims to help individuals acquire and enhance self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills for successful living.
Respite Services
Provides temporary relief for primary caregivers, improving their mental well-being and that of the individual receiving care.
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Az DES/DDD Government — Provides funding for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) whose training is covered by Article 9.
  • Az DES/DDD Government — Provides training for Direct Support Professionals funded through Az DES/DDD.