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AREA AGENCY ON AGING REGION ONE INC

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 742371957 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P81Z · Human Services · Large ($10M-$50M) · aaaphx.org
revenue
$48.2M
expenses
$47.2M
net assets
$15.8M
employees
145
volunteers
190
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

TO PARTNER WITH OUR COMMUNITY TO FOSTER INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO ENRICH THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OLDER ADULTS, CAREGIVERS AND DIVERSE POPULATIONS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Area Agency on Aging, Region One, supports older adults and caregivers in Arizona by providing a range of services. These include behavioral health programs, caregiver support, benefits assistance, and services for survivors of elder abuse. The organization operates a 24-hour helpline to connect individuals with resources and programs.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $4.71M
    HOME CARE: HOME CARE CONSISTS OF IN-HOME SERVICES PROVIDED TO OLDER ADULTS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES, WHO NEED EXTRA ASSISTANCE WITH PERSONAL GROOMING AND HOMEMAKING TASKS. HOME CARE INCLUDES ATTENDANT CARE, HOMEMAKING, HOME HEALTH AID, HOME NURSING, AND PERSONAL CARE. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED BY TRAINED CAREGIVERS THROUGH A NETWORK OF PROVIDERS. SERVICES ALLOW THE CLIENT TO REMAIN SAFELY IN THE HOME FOR LONGER AND DECREASE SOCIAL ISOLATION. 4,855 CLIENTS RECEIVED SERVICE.
  2. #2 $11.12M
    HOME-DELIVERED MEALS: HOME DELIVERED MEALS PROVIDE HOMEBOUND OLDER ADULTS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES, WHO ARE UNABLE TO COOK OR PREPARE FOOD FOR THEMSELVES, A HOT, NUTRITIOUS MEAL EACH DAY, ALLOWING THEM TO STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY IN THEIR OWN HOME WITH ACCESS TO FOOD. PREPARED THROUGH A NETWORK OF CONTRACTED PROVIDERS, MEALS ARE USUALLY DELIVERED MID-DAY BY A CONSISTENT STAFF PERSON OR VOLUNTEER, ACTING AS A WELFARE CHECK AND A CONNECTION FOR MEAL RECIPIENTS WHO OFTEN LIVE ALONE OR ARE ISOLATED. SACK LUNCHES AND/OR FROZEN ENTREES CAN ALSO BE DELIVERED ON FRIDAY FOR THE WEEKEND. 6,087 INDIVIDUALS RECEIVED 790,465 MEALS.
named programs · 12 · from sources

what they call their work

24-Hour Senior HELP LINE
An information and assistance program that assesses caller needs, determines eligibility for Agency programs, refers to outside agencies, and provides community resources.
AmeriCorps - Caring Circles
A National Service Program where members (55 and older) provide social support to older adults, including transportation, grocery shopping, friendly visits, and technology assistance.
Benefits Assistance Program
Provides objective information about Medicare and other insurance benefits through certified Medicare Counselors and volunteers, including assistance with appeals, Social Security applications, and education on scams.
DOVES®
Helps survivors of late-life domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse (age 50 and older) with case management, support groups, crisis intervention, transitional housing, and lay legal advocacy.
ElderVention® Behavioral Health
A licensed Behavioral Health Program that provides in-home counseling, community training on mental health needs of older adults, education on medication, support for hoarding disorder through "Too Many Treasures," and resilience building through the EMPOWER Program.
Family Caregiver Support Program
Supports family members caring for loved ones by providing respite services (in-home, consumer-directed, and adult day health care), support groups, and web-based caregiver education and training.
HIV Care Directions®
Listed as a program, but no specific details are provided on the website content.
Health Promotion
Listed as a program, but no specific details are provided on the website content.
In-Home Services
Listed as a program, but no specific details are provided on the website content.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Listed as a program, but no specific details are provided on the website content.
MOSAIC® Elder Refugee
Listed as a program, but no specific details are provided on the website content.
Maricopa Behavioral Health Advocacy Coalition (MEBHAC)
Advocates and educates about medication misuse and mental health issues.
activities · 11 clusters

what they do

  • Medicare and Public Benefits Assistance 4 activities
    • Medicare and Insurance Counseling
      Provides objective information and education about Medicare and other insurance benefits through certified Medicare Counselors, including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplements, Medicare Drug Coverage, and Medicare Cost Savings Programs. This service also assists with appeals, resolves insurance-related problems, and conducts eligibility screening for low-income Medicare Cost Savings programs.
    • Medicare and Insurance Counseling
      Provides objective information, counseling, and assistance on Medicare, Medicare Advantage, supplements, drug coverage, cost-saving programs, appeals, and fraud prevention through certified counselors and volunteers.
    • Social Security Information and Assistance
      Provides basic information on applying for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
    • Social Security and SSI Assistance
      Provides basic information and eligibility screening support for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications.
  • Elder Survivors Housing & Support Services 3 activities
    • Elder Abuse and Late-Life Violence Support
      Provides case management, crisis intervention, support groups, transitional housing, and lay legal advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse aged 50 and older.
    • Elder Abuse and Scam Prevention Education
      Provides education about Medicare scams and fraud, and offers support services to survivors of late-life domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse who are age 50 and older.
    • Support for Older Survivors of Abuse
      Offers case management, support groups, crisis intervention, transitional housing, and lay legal advocacy for older survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse.
  • Senior Information & Referral Helpline 2 activities
    • 24-Hour Senior HELP LINE
      Operates a 24-hour Senior HELP LINE that responds to over 50,000 calls annually, serving as a central intake for agency services, conducting needs assessments, determining eligibility, completing program intakes, and providing referrals.
    • 24-Hour Senior HELP LINE
      Operates a 24-hour helpline for older adults and caregivers, responding to over 50,000 calls annually, serving as central intake for agency services, and providing information, referrals, and support.
  • Dementia Caregiver Support & Navigation 2 activities
    • Annual Resource Guide Production
      Produces an annual resource guide that lists services and providers alphabetically by subject to support older adults and caregivers.
    • Annual Resource Guide Production
      Produces an annual resource guide listing services and providers alphabetically by subject for older adults and caregivers.
  • Respite and Personal Care Support 2 activities
    • Caregiver Support Services
      Provides comprehensive support for family caregivers including respite care (in-home and through Adult Day Health Care Centers), case management, support groups, community education, and web-based training via the Trualta platform.
    • Caregiver Support Services
      Provides respite care, case management, community education, and support groups for family caregivers, including in-home respite services, access to Adult Day Health Care Centers, and web-based caregiver education through the Trualta platform. It also implements a consumer-directed care model for caregiver reimbursement.
  • Senior Social & Recreational Activities 2 activities
    • Caring Circles AmeriCorps Program
      Operates the Caring Circles AmeriCorps program that provides social support to older adults, including transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping assistance, friendly visits, and help with technology.
    • Caring Circles AmeriCorps Program
      Operates an AmeriCorps program that provides social support to older adults, including transportation, grocery shopping assistance, friendly visits, and technology help.
  • Older Adult Mental Health First Aid Training 2 activities
    • Community Mental Health Training
      Conducts community training programs, including Mental Health First Aid and SafeTalk, to equip individuals to respond to the mental health needs of older adults.
    • Mental Health and Safety Training for Communities
      Conducts community training programs such as Mental Health First Aid and SafeTalk to equip individuals with skills to respond to the mental health needs of older adults.
  • Fall Prevention Programs for Older Adults 2 activities
    • EMPOWER Program for Older Adults
      Delivers a 12-week in-home resilience-building program for older adults, focusing on physical health, emotional well-being, safety, and social connections.
    • EMPOWER Program for Older Adults
      Delivers the EMPOWER Program in-home over 12 weeks to build resilience in older adults, covering physical health, emotional health, safety, and social connections.
  • Outpatient Behavioral Health Services 2 activities
    • In-Home Counseling Services
      Provides in-home counseling services delivered by Licensed Clinical Social Workers.
    • In-Home Counseling and Support Services
      Delivers in-home counseling by Licensed Clinical Social Workers and provides in-home respite services through contracted agencies, along with needs assessments, eligibility determination, and referrals.
  • Medication Safety & Disposal Programs 2 activities
    • Medication Safety Education
      Provides education to older adults on proper medication storage and disposal.
    • Medication Safety Education
      Provides education to older adults on proper medication storage and disposal practices.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Consumer-Directed Care Program
      Implements a consumer-directed care model that allows caregivers to select and manage their own care workers, with reimbursement facilitated through the Agency.
    • Hoarding Disorder Support Program
      Offers support groups, therapy, and community education for individuals with hoarding disorder through the “Too Many Treasures” program.
    • Too Many Treasures Program
      Offers support groups, therapy, and community education for older adults with hoarding disorder.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$48.17M
Contributions & grants$47.84M99%
Program service revenue$182K0%
Investment income$49K0%
Other revenue$92K
expenses
Total expenses$47.16M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$10.38M
Grants paid out$28.45M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$25.25M
Cash$12.52M
Investments$1.37M
Liabilities$9.43M
Net assets$15.82M
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +25.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 5
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARY LYNN KASUNIC PRESIDENT & CEO 40 $303K
MAI GABIL SR VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES & OPERATIONS 42 $155K
GERALDINE KROLOFF VP OF COMM RELATIONS 40 $146K
MELISSA ELLIOTT VP OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICE 40 $143K
ROBBIN COULON DIRECTOR OF LEGAL SERVICES 40 $138K
board members · 17
  • ALLIE PECKHAM — BOARD MEMBER
  • ANGELIA HILL — BOARD MEMBER
  • CYNDY GAUGHAN — BOARD MEMBER
  • DEBORA NORRIS — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELTON BORDENAVE — BOARD MEMBER
  • FRANK MIGALI — BOARD MEMBER
  • HARRY GAREWAL — BOARD MEMBER
  • HENRY BLANCO — BOARD MEMBER
  • JEANNINE BERG — TREASURER
  • JOHANNAH URIRI-GLOVER — BOARD MEMBER
  • KAREN VANASKIE — CHAIR
  • LUIS CRUZ — VICE CHAIR
  • MELISSA JOHNSON — BOARD MEMBER
  • PAM MOKLER — SECRETARY
  • PEGGY BILSTEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • TED KS NG — BOARD MEMBER
  • TOBIAS PIERCE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 3

who they work with

  • AmeriCorps Partner — Partners with AmeriCorps to operate the Caring Circles program, engaging members in providing social support to older adults.
  • Maricopa Behavioral Health Advocacy Coalition Coalition — Participates in the Maricopa Behavioral Health Advocacy Coalition to advocate and educate about medication misuse and mental health issues among older adults.
  • Trualta Partner — Partner organization providing web-based caregiver education and training platform.