irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $35KTransportation Program: Medical transportation services including transportation to medical appointments, surgeries, pickup from the hospital after a 911 call and return home, transport from rehab facility and return home, ongoing transportation to outpatient physical therapy typically 3X/week for 4 to 6 weeks.Errand transportation to pick up medications, groceries, wound management and other supplies for those returning from the hospital, those who live alone and cannot drive, those who are sick (special errand support during the COVID pandemic which is ongoing to ensure our neighbors quarantine as needed to minimize the spread of the virus).Medical equipment closet provides needed equipment to support clients safety at home. We deliver and pickup from neighbors homes. Oxygen equipment training, legal requirements and hands-on support.
- #2 $30KMeals program: Mobile meal delivery, minimum twice a month, to neighbors who live alone, dont drive, those sick, and for those returning from the hospital or rehab (deliver more frequent weekly meals to those in need).Meal program visits by caring volunteers bring a smile to many who live alone in our Verde communities. Meal visits are our eyes on seniors to ensure other services if needed are provided and supports our goal to combat seniors isolation and loneliness in our communities.
named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
Care Management
Provides personalized care coordination from hospital stay through transition to home, including discharge planning and referrals
Emergency Preparedness Program
Partners with Rio Verde Fire District on home safety assessments, Life Line program, first responder lockboxes, and emergency planning
Friendly Support
Offers friendly phone calls, in-person visits, and caregiver relief respite services
Home Help
Offers office support, technical assistance, and minor home repairs for residents in need
Meal Program
Provides monthly meal deliveries, home meal assistance during recovery, and organized luncheons and dinners
Medical Equipment Lending Closet
Lends medical equipment such as walkers and wheelchairs, including instruction and installation assistance
Sharing Groups
Hosts monthly Memory Loss Sharing Group meetings for individuals experiencing memory loss, led by an Alzheimer's Association-trained facilitator
Social Activities
Organizes monthly luncheons and putting activities for seniors and individuals with memory loss, including Young-at-Hearts luncheons for super seniors
Transportation Services
Provides free transportation to medical appointments, shopping trips, and prescription pickups for homebound residents
activities · 7 groups
what they do
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Memory Loss and Senior Social Support Groups 3 activities
- Social and educational programming for seniors and individuals with memory lossHosts regular social and educational events including a monthly Memory Loss Sharing Group, monthly putting and lunch activities for individuals with memory loss, and seasonal "Young-at-hearts" luncheons for seniors.
- Social engagement and support groupsVerdeCares organizes social activities and educational sharing groups, including a monthly Memory Loss Sharing Group, monthly putting and lunch activities for individuals with memory loss, and monthly "Young-at-hearts" luncheon get-togethers for seniors from November to April.
- Social engagement and support groupsVerdeCares offers social activities and educational sharing groups, including a monthly Memory Loss Sharing Group, monthly putting and lunch activities for individuals with memory loss, and monthly "Young-at-hearts" luncheon get-togethers for seniors.
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Post-Hospital Discharge Support 2 activities
- Hospital liaison and referral servicesVerdeCares assists hospital care management and social workers by providing patient information, advocating as a point of contact, connecting medical staff with family power of attorney, helping with transitions, assisting with home health/PT referrals, and offering referrals to rehab, care homes, or assisted living facilities.
- Hospital liaison and referral servicesVerdeCares assists hospital care management and social workers by providing patient information, acting as a point of contact, advocating for patients, facilitating transitions from hospital to rehab or home, and offering referrals to external services such as skilled home care, assisted living facilities, and elder law resources.
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Respite and Personal Care Support 1 activity
- Caregiver and companionship support servicesProvides friendly phoning, friendly visiting, and caregiver relief respite services to support emotional well-being and reduce caregiver burden.
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Charity Galas and Auctions 1 activity
- Community fundraising and donation coordinationHosts community events such as the annual Rio Verde Fire District Pancake Breakfast, which raised over $18,730 in 2024, and coordinates donation drives such as collecting toys and food for Operation Santa Claus.
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Durable Medical Equipment Lending 1 activity
- Medical equipment lending and home support servicesOperates a medical equipment lending closet and provides home safety assessments, minor handyman support, office and technical assistance, transportation, and medication management to support independence and recovery.
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Senior Meal Delivery and Congregate Dining 1 activity
- Nutrition and meal support programsOffers a meal program that includes monthly meal delivery, home meal assistance during difficult times, and organized luncheons and dinners for seniors and individuals in need.
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Uncategorized 8 activities
- Emergency preparedness and response servicesSupports community emergency preparedness through home assessments, a Life Line Program, first responder lockboxes, fall recovery training, life alert systems, "To Go" pack assistance, and secure storage of emergency information for first responders and healthcare professionals. Also provides strategic volunteer support to the Rio Verde Fire District during emergencies.
- Emergency preparedness and response supportVerdeCares offers emergency preparedness services including home assessments, a Life Line Program, first responder lockboxes, fall recovery training, life alert systems, and assistance with building "To Go" packs. They also provide strategic volunteer services to support the Rio Verde Fire District in emergencies as part of their Emergency Preparedness Plan, and store emergency information in a secure database for first responders.
- Emergency preparedness and response supportVerdeCares provides strategic volunteer services to support the Rio Verde Fire District in emergencies as part of their Emergency Preparedness Plan. They also offer emergency preparedness services to residents, including home assessments, a Life Line Program, first responder lockboxes, fall recovery training, life alert systems, and assistance with building "To Go" packs, and store emergency information in a secure database for first responders.
- External service referrals and care coordinationProvides referrals and coordination for external services including skilled home care (nursing, physical therapy, in-home caregivers), assisted living facilities, elder law resources, advanced directives, and long-term care facilities.
- In-home support services for post-hospital and chronically ill individualsVerdeCares provides a comprehensive suite of non-medical services to homebound adults, caregivers, individuals with chronic illness, and post-surgery patients in the lower Verde Valley communities. These services include home safety assessments, medical equipment lending, medication management assistance, transportation, meal programs, grocery shopping, errands, home office support, caregiver relief, and minor handyman support, aiming to help residents transition from hospital to home self-sufficiency.
- In-home support services for post-hospitalization and chronic illnessVerdeCares provides non-medical services to homebound adults, caregivers, individuals with chronic illness, and post-surgery patients in the lower Verde Valley communities, assisting with the transition from hospital to home self-sufficiency. This includes home safety assessments, medical equipment lending, medication management assistance, transportation, meals, grocery shopping, errands, home office support, caregiver relief, and minor handyman support.
- Non-medical support services for homebound and vulnerable adultsProvides comprehensive non-medical support to homebound adults, caregivers, individuals with chronic illness, and post-surgery patients in the lower Verde Valley, including assistance with transitions from hospital to home, social engagement, and access to essential resources.
- Stock donation brokerageMaintains a brokerage account to accept direct donations of stocks as part of its capacity-building and fundraising infrastructure.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$275K
Contributions & grants$259K94%
Program service revenue$1K0%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$209K
Program expenses64%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$97K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$475K
Cash$424K
Investments$27K
Liabilities$15K
Net assets$460K
Liquid reserves25.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -22.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Vicki Beseke | Executive Director | 36 | $45K |
board members · 6
- Ed OBrien — Board Member
- Kermit Beseke — Treasurer
- Lynne Reed — Board member
- Mary Bloom — Board member
- Ron Morton — Board Member
- Rosemary Kastrava — Secretary
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter Partner — Provides training for the Memory Loss Sharing Group leader.
- Operation Santa Claus Partner — Received collected toys and non-perishable food items from VerdeCares' Pancake Breakfast event.
- PayPal Partner — Platform used for online donations to support VerdeCares' mission.
- Rio Verde Country Club Partner — Donated tee times for a silent auction at VerdeCares' Pancake Breakfast event.
- Rio Verde Fire District Partner — Collaborates on emergency preparedness efforts.
- Rio Verde Fire District Partner — Collaborates on emergency preparedness, including the Residential Lock Box Program and LifeLine document, and receives volunteer support from VerdeCares in emergencies.
- Rio Verde Fire District Partner — Hosted the 2024 Pancake Breakfast event with VerdeCares.
- Sanderson Ford Partner — Sponsored Operation Santa Claus, which received donations from VerdeCares' Pancake Breakfast event.
- Tonto Verde Country Club Partner — Donated tee times for a silent auction at VerdeCares' Pancake Breakfast event.
- Verde River Country Club Partner — Donated tee times for a silent auction at VerdeCares' Pancake Breakfast event.