Ali Care
Ali Care was created to honor the commitment that Muhammad Ali and his wife, Lonnie, have made
that all people with Parkinson's disease receive care, regardless of
ability to pay. Through Ali Care, people with Parkinson's disease who
have little or no healthcare insurance and limited financial resources
receive healthcare and services that enhance quality of life. Services
provided through Ali Care may include:
- Assistance obtaining medications
- Home safety assessments
- Assistance obtaining treatments and therapies not covered by insurance
- Assistance obtaining adaptive equipment
- Counseling services
- Respite care
- Other services and care as needed
Eligibility
Ali Care is available to Arizona residents with Parkinson's disease who meet one of the following criteria:
- Individuals without health insurance and who are ineligible for AHCCCS,
Medicare, or other available assistance.
- Individuals who have health insurance but lack financial resources
to pay out-of-pocket costs for medical needs directly related to Parkinson's
disease.
Individuals who meet at least one of these criteria must complete a
self-reported financial screening that demonstrates the following guidelines
for financial need:
- Income of $1,300/month or less (individual) or $1,800/month or less (couple).
- Monthly expenses equal or exceed income.
- Lack of financial resources (savings and/or checking accounts) to
support care.
If you do not meet the initial requirements but do feel you need assistance, please call 602-406-4921 for assistance about other programs that maybe available for you.
Applications
Ali Care application forms can be obtained by calling 602-406-4921.
Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis by a committee of
healthcare professionals. Services are provided based on priority of
need and availability of resources.
