COPE Community Services, Inc. (COPE) is honored to have received a generous $10,000 donation from Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprises and Desert Diamond Casinos (DDC) to support the Wellness on Wheels (WoW) Mobile Clinic Program. This is the second year DDC has selected COPE to receive this contribution to support the program, which will tremendously impact individuals needing treatment.
In addition to offering quality entertainment options for the community, DDC works to create a better quality of life for members of the Tohono O’odham Nation and all people of Southern Arizona by supporting community efforts across the region. Their commitment to establishing partnerships with community members and charitable organizations has led to fund initiatives and programs that focus on the betterment of the community.
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, COPE leadership and program staff were presented with a check from Danielle Bautista, Public Relations Community Support Coordinator, representing DDC and Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise. Ms. Bautista remarked, “We [Desert Diamond Casinos] are proud to support COPE’s mobile clinic program for a second year. We know last year was the program’s infancy, and we can’t wait to see it grow and impact more lives.”
In 2024, WoW engaged over 1,400 individuals. Almost all reported homelessness and active substance use. Over 500 received medical services, including, but not limited to, initiation of Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder, wound care, foot care, blood pressure, and A1C checks, HIV/Hepatitis/STD screening and treatment, well checks, women’s healthcare, prescription refills, and more.
COPE extends immense gratitude to DDC for their generous donation. Their partnership and support will undoubtedly contribute to WoW’s growth and success, enabling COPE to continue its mission of providing compassionate and effective care to those who need it most.
