Economy and Growth, Quality of Life We’re Still Young in the Maricopa Region, But Getting Older Valley growth comes as no surprise to longtime Phoenix-area residents, but changes in demographics show some interesting new patterns. Census Read More
General News, MAGAZine, Quality of Life $33 Million Award Will Help Homeless Individuals and Families Over $33 million in newly awarded federal funding will help the Maricopa region provide housing and services to people experiencing homelessness. Homelessness, Human Services Read More
MAGAZine, Quality of Life No Time to Exercise? Do It on Your Way to Work Would you like to work more exercise into your daily routine? Physical activity is vital to healthy aging. It can reduce the burden of chronic diseases and prevent early death. Exercise, Healthy Living Read More
MAGAZine, Quality of Life Domestic Violence Victims Can Now Seek Protective Orders Online If you are experiencing domestic violence, a cutting-edge new system allows you to prepare a petition for a protective order online using your computer, tablet, or mobile phone. Domestic Violence Read More
MAGAZine, Quality of Life, Safe and Smart Travel Finding Transportation Can Be Tough for Older Adults. It’s Even Tougher in Rural Areas. “You gave me back my life.” That note from a rider using Wickenburg’s Freedom Express, which relies on volunteer drivers, is testament to the impact transportation can have in the lives of seniors. Read More
General News, Quality of Life Even Before COVID, Homeless Numbers Increased Dramatically More than 7,000 people experienced homelessness in Maricopa County on the night of January 27, 2020, continuing a troubling upward trend. PIT Count, Homelessness Read More