Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use these services?
Elite provides in-home respite, attendant care and habilitation services through the state funded program, DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities for and individual with developmental disabilities of any age.
As a parent, can I get certified?
YES! Parents of children under the age of 18 years old, who are qualified through DDD can be certified to provide up to 40 hours a week for each child for either habilitation and/or attendant care.
If I become a certified parent, how many hours can I provide?
You can provide a total of 40 hours a week (Sunday - Saturday) between services PER child.
If I am interested in these services? Who do I contact?
If you are in the northern part of Arizona, please reach out to the HCBS Regional Director, Henny Mesones at Henny@elitecsaz.org or 602-819-2869
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If you are in the southern part of Arizona, please reach out to the HCBS Regional Director, Jessica Lizzaraga at Jessica@elitecsaz.org or 520-474-5070
How much does it cost to become a certified provider and how much would it pay?
We offer a special caregiver rate where your family/friend or parent can attend orientation and become certified to be a DDD caregiver for FREE for your loved one!
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Our caregiver event rates:
Respite and Attendant Care: $14 - $16 / hour
Habilitation: $16 - $18 / hour
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To attend orientation to become certified, please download our flyer and contact the Regional Director!
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Northern Arizona flyer: Click here
Southern Arizona flyer: Click here