Homeless in the Heat

Excessive Heat Warning

The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning for Central Arizona and surrounding areas. High temperatures will range from 110-120 degrees. The extreme temperatures Arizona faces in the summertime are difficult for some populations to escape. Those who are homeless, for instance, can have a difficult time finding refuge from the heat and staying hydrated throughout the day.

Summer Food Service Program

Throughout the school year, children in low-income families are able to receive free and reduced lunch and breakfast. But what happens in the summer when families can’t rely on their schools to help feed their children? The U.S. Department of Agriculture funds the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) to ensure that children who receive federally-subsidized lunches at school don’t go hungry during the summer months.

Child Care in the Summer

When school is in session, your children are cared for throughout the day. You can go to work, look for jobs and receive training without having to worry about their well-being. You might even rely on afterschool programs to continue caring for your children until you’re available. But after ten months of reliable care and supervision, summer arrives.

Mental Health Awareness Month

Employment and Mental Illness

Mental illness currently affects more than 40 million Americans*, and yet many find the topic difficult to discuss. It is an invisible condition that touches one in five people* who are living and working in our communities. Having a purpose, like meaningful employment, can significantly affect how a person with a mental illness manages his or her condition.