Gila River Indian Care Center

Gila River Indian Care Center, found in the heart of Arizona, is a medium-sized senior living community with a focus on care for the Gila River Indian Community. The facility can accommodate up to 100 residents and offers a range of care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing services. Seniors get help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and personal care, and they have access to round-the-clock supervision, a 24-hour call system, and specialized support for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, including secure environments and memory care programs.

The Care Center provides both short-term and long-term care, including respite stays for caregivers who need a break, and skilled medical services like wound care, rehabilitation, and nursing support. There are specialized programs, such as the Crisis Stabilization Program and dedicated care units for psychiatric evaluations, detox, withdrawal management, and behavioral health. The staff use a patient-centered approach and provide services tailored for Native American elders, with cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care at the core of their work. They also offer group and individual therapy, family therapy, outpatient mental health care, and substance use disorder treatment, along with peer support and crisis intervention.

Amenities at Gila River Indian Care Center include private treatment rooms, a furnished community area, group therapy spaces, dining rooms with special dietary options for allergies and diabetes, move-in coordination, and all-day dining. Residents enjoy arts rooms, a garden, walking paths, a movie nights area, housekeeping, laundry, and personal grooming from the on-site barber and salon. There are community-sponsored activities and transportation and parking services. The center also supports non-ambulatory residents and assists with transfers.

Gila River Indian Care Center accepts Medicaid and Medicare. The facility holds The Joint Commission certification for its high standards in patient care and makes an effort to provide holistic wellness in a culturally competent setting. With clear dedication to the Gila River Indian Community, the Care Center is designed to meet the health, medical, and social needs of older adults with kindness, expertise, and community in mind.