Resources

Arizona Center for Disability Law is a non profit public interest law firm dedicated to protection and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) – The ALTCS program is for individuals who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled and need on-going services at a nursing facility level of care.

Best Buddies is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one to one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Department of Economic Security (DES/DDD) – Their services and supports help eligible individuals with developmental disabilities achieve self-sufficiency and independence. The Division likewise offers supports for family members and other caregivers. They believe that you can best be supported in integrated community settings and the majority of the Division’s programs and services are tailored to meet individual needs at home and other community settings.

Raising Special Kids – Training and information provided to parents with children and youth with special health care needs as well as the professionals who serve them.

Family Physician

Dr. Joseph Alia
Tempe Family Practice
6655 S Rural Rd, Tempe AZ 85283
(480) 831-0600

Financial Planning

Nathan Buckles
SilverTree Financial Arizona’s Center for Special Needs Planning
1455 N Scottsdale Rd.
Suite 200, Scottsdale AZ 85260
(480) 264-0211
[email protected]

Bart Stevens, ChLAP
Special Needs Planning, LLC
4121 E Palo Brea Lane, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 991-0909
[email protected]