activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 5
- Congregate Meal Program Congregate Meals for SeniorsServes lunch at the Payson Senior Center Monday through Thursday, providing a social opportunity for seniors. The program serves 50 to 70 individuals four days a week, anticipating at least 4,200 meals served by the end of the fiscal year.
- Home-Delivered Meal Program (Meals on Wheels) Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors & DisabledDelivers an average of 2,650 meals per month to approximately 150 home-bound seniors and disabled individuals in Payson, Star Valley, Tonto Basin, and surrounding areas. This service includes a visual wellness check during delivery, with health declines or crises reported to the office or police.
- Medical Equipment Lending Closet Adaptive Equipment ProvisionOperates a lending closet that provides medical supplies such as walkers, crutches, disposable undergarments, toilet risers, bedside commodes, shower chairs, wheelchairs, canes, medical boots, and chair cushions.
- Senior Center Operations and ActivitiesOperates the Payson Senior Center Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., with Friday hours by appointment. The center hosts classes, special events, and provides resources such as a Community Resource Guide and a Book & Movie Library.
- Senior Transportation Services Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationProvides door-to-door transportation for older adults and individuals with mobility challenges to medical, shopping, personal care, legal, and senior center destinations within Payson, Star Valley, and Mesa Del. The service operates Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with drivers assisting passengers as needed.
advocacy · 1
- Advocacy and Assistance Services Senior Transition Support ServicesAdvocates for homebound seniors and supports the provision of community and home-based services to promote senior self-sufficiency with dignity. Provides assistance with legal matters, Social Security, and Medicare.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Donation-Based Service Model donation_based_programThe organization utilizes a donation-based model for various services, including transportation and meal provision, to ensure accessibility for older adults and individuals with mobility challenges, while also offering congregate meals with a nominal fee for certain age groups.
- Holistic Senior Support for Self-Sufficiency and Dignity holistic_senior_supportThe organization provides a comprehensive range of community and home-based services, including meals, social interaction, and transportation, to help seniors maintain self-sufficiency, dignity, and quality of life by addressing key threats such as hunger, isolation, and loss of independence.
- Socialization as a Health Intervention socialization_as_a_health_interventionThe organization emphasizes socialization as a critical component for a healthy and purposeful life, actively supporting individuals who may face challenges in leaving their homes to combat isolation and promote well-being.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Book & Movie Library
Offers a library of books and movies for use by seniors.
Community Resource Guide
Provides information and guidance on community resources.
Lunch at the Center
Provides congregate meals for adults 60 and older (donation-based) and those 50 and older (for a fee) at the center, fostering social interaction.
Meals on Wheels
Delivers well-balanced, nutritious, home-cooked meals to home-bound seniors and disabled individuals, including a wellness check by drivers.
Medical Equipment Lending Closet
Lends medical supplies such as walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, and other donated items to those in need.
Senior Transportation
Offers door-to-door transportation services for adults aged 60 and older and those under 60 with mobility challenges to medical appointments, shopping, and other destinations.
Trinkets & Treasures Resale Shop
A resale shop that supports the center's operations.
relationships · 7
who they work with
- AZ BIG Media Partner — Voted Payson Senior Center as Best Non-Profit of the Year 2020
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for outreach and engagement.
- Marine Corps League Partner — Members of the Marine Corps League serve meals to seniors at the center on Wednesdays.
- Pinal Gila Area on Aging Partner — Refers individuals to Pinal Gila Area on Aging for free services.
- Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens Partner — Referral and coordination partner for Meals on Wheels services in the Payson area.
- TNT Partner — Partner organization associated with the Payson Senior Center, indicated by co-branded imagery.
- Trinkets & Treasures Resale Shop Partner — Adjacent resale shop supporting the Payson Senior Center, located at 512 West Main Street.