To protect taxpayer dollars from criminals and ensure Arizonans in need can access benefits in a timely manner, beginning this week, claimants filing initial claims for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) will need to verify their identities using ID.me’s safe and secure online portal before they can receive PUA benefits. Learn more.
States across the nation continue to see an extraordinary number of claims filed as a result of identity theft. DES has become aware that some Arizona residents are receiving notices and benefit cards at their address with the names of individuals who do not reside at that location. This is the result of criminals attempting to obtain funds from the new federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program by using randomly selected in-state addresses during the application process. More information regarding unemployment fraud can be found here. To report fraud, file a report online or call the DES Fraud Hotline at 1 (800) 251-2436.
Community Resources
This page contains links to external websites that are for informational purposes only. The information on these external websites is believed to be accurate, but not guaranteed.
Click on the tabs below to view a list of organizations that could potentially help meet your basic needs.
- Food
- Financial
- Domestic Violence
- Employment and Education
- Housing Resources
- Human and Sex Trafficking
- Legal Services
- Medical and Behavioral Health
- Parenting, Teen and Family
- Seniors
- Veterans
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| Association of Arizona Food Banks | Find a Food Bank near you, access the most current and largest provider directory of food pantries and human services agencies statewide. |
| Child & Family Resources |
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| Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona | Serving Pima, Santa Cruz, Cochise, Graham and Greenlee counties. |
| Community Information and Referral | Locate information on a full range of health, human, and emergency services provided in Arizona communities. |
| Community Kitchen |
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| EBT Account | Access your EBT Account information for Cash Assistance and Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamp) benefits. You can quickly and easily review your transactions, check your balances, reset your PIN, contact customer service and much more. |
| Farmer's Markets | Find Information about Farmer's Markets in your area, including locations that will accept Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamps) and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits. |
| Farmworkers Assistance | Access information regarding assistance with Education, Jobs, and Housing for Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers. |
| Food Boxes |
The following community organizations provide food boxes which can be purchased with Nutrition Assistance benefits using your EBT card, or with cash: |
| Free and Reduced Cost Nutrition Programs | Access information on Department of Education Nutrition Programs including: National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs (NSLP/SBP), child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Food Distribution Program (FDP),Special Milk Program (SMP), and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). |
| Harvest Compassion Center | Two locations in Maricopa county offering families free groceries, hygiene items, clothing and baby items. |
| Health-e-Arizona Plus | Apply for Nutrition Assistance (formerly the Food Stamp Program), Medical Assistance, and Cash Assistance programs using the Arizona online state application for assistance (Health-e-Arizona). |
| Kids Café (St. Mary’s Food Bank) |
Provide nutritious meals in a safe place. 3003 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix |
| Paz de Cristo |
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| Restaurant Meals | Find out more about the Restaurant Meals (Hot meals) Program which allows elderly, disabled or homeless households to purchase hot or prepared foods from participating restaurants and delicatessens, using the SNAP EBT benefits. |
| St. Vincent de Paul |
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| Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) | Access information about Arizona Women, Infants, & Children (WIC). WIC is a federally funded program providing residents with nutritious foods, nutrition education, and referrals. WIC serves pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and infants and children under age five who meet WIC eligibility guidelines. |
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| Crisis Pregnancy Centers |
FREE service - Provides information for:
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| Florence Crittendon / Girls Ranch |
Juveniles & pregnant juveniles 715 W. Mariposa, Phoenix, AZ |
| Maggie's Place |
Adult pregnant girls - not immediate shelter / long term 4001 N. 30th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016 |
| South Phoenix Healthy Start Program |
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| Teen Outreach Pregnancy Services (TOPS) |
Provides Support and Education to Pregnant and/or Parenting Teens in AZ |
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| [email protected] (Job Seekers) | Arizona @ Work provides job seekers with a variety of services and resources to aid in the pursuit of employment opportunities such as skills development, job search and other related supports. |
| Arizona Commerce Authority | Useful information and resources for businesses. |
| Arizona Community Action Association | Access and print the "People's Information Guide", a comprehensive listing of statewide assistance opportunities and services (in English and Spanish). |
| Arizona Department of Housing | Access information about eviction or mortgage foreclosure assistance, Section 8 Programs, emergency home repair assistance, and other housing assistance information. |
| Arizona Self Help | Find out if your family can get help from 25 different health and human services programs on this free and easy Arizona Self Help website. |
| Benefits Self Checkup | Find and enroll in federal, state, local and private programs that help pay for prescription drugs, utility bills, meals, health care and other needs. You can also apply for a Medicare-Approved Drug Discount Card. |
| Child Care | Access information on how to obtain assistance with child care related expenses. |
| Child Care Resources and Referral | Access resource and referral services to assist you in meeting your child care needs. |
| Child Support Services | Access information on applying for and paying child support in Arizona. Locate a Child Support office or sign on and view your child support case on line. |
| View and print an application for Child Support Services in Arizona. | |
| Community Information and Referral | Locate information on a full range of health, human, and emergency services provided in Arizona communities. |
| EBT Account Information | Access your EBT Account information for Cash Assistance and Nutrition Assistance (formerly the Food Stamp Program) benefits. You can quickly and easily review your transactions, check your balances, reset your PIN, contact customer service and much more. |
| Employment Administration | Access information from the Employment Administration (EA) about employment and training services available to individuals seeking jobs. |
| Farmworkers Assistance | Access information regarding assistance with Education, Jobs, and Housing for Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers. |
| Get Free Tax Prep Help | Get free help with tax preparation and filing. Many families earning less than $50,000 per year may be able to have their taxes done for FREE at a VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) site. The volunteers at these sites will help determine if families are eligible for Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit and Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. |
| Health-e-Arizona Plus | Apply for Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamp), Medical Assistance, and Cash Assistance programs using the Arizona online state application for assistance (Health-e-Arizona). |
| Homeless Programs | Access information on services for homeless and near homeless individuals and families throughout Arizona. Services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, case management, and outreach. |
| Housing and Urban Development | Apply for rental assistance and find information on tenant rights, home ownership, foreclosure help, and much more. |
| Office of Accounts Receivable and Collections (OARC) - Online Payment System | Access the Office of Accounts Receivable and Collections (OARC) online payment system to pay OARC balances, including Cash Assistance, Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamp), and Unemployment Insurance Benefit (UIB) overpayments. You will need your ten-digit account number which is printed on your Monthly Statement of Account. |
| People's Information Guide | Access information on a variety of no-cost/low-cost programs and services available to low-income individuals or families. |
| Social Security | Apply for retirement, disability, and survivor benefits, find information on requesting a Social Security card, find your local Social Security office and much more. |
| Unemployment Insurance Benefits | Apply online for Unemployment Insurance Benefits, file for weekly claims, and find additional Unemployment Insurance Benefit information. |
| United States Small Business Administration | Assistance for small business facing financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Utility Discount Programs | Access information about utility discount programs available. |
| Lifeline Telephone Assistance program | Lifeline is a federal program that lowers the monthly cost of phone and internet. |
| Voter Registration | Register to Vote online! |
| Resource | Description |
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| Adult Protective Services |
Arizona Adult Protective Services (APS) is a program within the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) responsible for investigating allegations of abuse, exploitation and neglect of vulnerable adults. APS may become involved when there is an allegation of self-neglect which is when an adult with physical or mental impairments is unable to meet his or her basic needs (such as obtaining food, shelter, health care, managing finances, etc.) which then impacts the adult’s minimum physical health, mental health or general safety. Report abuse, neglect or exploitation by phone at 1 (877) 767-2385 or online at https://azdes-daas-online.secure.force.com/APS. |
| Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence |
The Sexual and Domestic Violence Helpline and Chat provides support, information, and referrals about sexual and domestic violence as well as assistance 602-279-2980 | (800) 782-6400 |
| Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) Maricopa Chapter |
Provide services for abused children physical presence to GUARD abused children and teens |
| Chicano Por La Causa |
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| Fresh Start Women's Foundation |
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| Hope Women's Center | Partnerships with other area service organizations allow Hope Women’s Center to help each woman access the necessary resources in order to offer hope and healing. |
| Kaity's Way |
Provide Services for Victims of Domestic Violence |
| National Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline |
1-800-799-7233 Provide Safety Plan |
| National Human Trafficking Hotline |
1-888-3737-888 Training & Resources United to Stop Trafficking |
| National Sexual Assault Hotline |
1-800-656-4673 Assault Hotline |
| National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline |
1-866-331-9474
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| New Life Center |
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| Recovery.org |
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| Salvation Army |
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| Arizona Coalition for Military Families |
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| Community Bridges |
Provide Housing and Services for Pregnant & Parenting Women |
| Save the Family |
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| House of Refuge |
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| M.A.N.A. House |
Homeless Shelter for Veterans |
| National Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline |
1-800-799-7233
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| Native American Connections |
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| St. Vincent de Paul |
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| Salvation Army |
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| Southwest Fair Housing Council (888) 624-4611 |
SWFHC is dedicated to eliminating housing discrimination and assisting victims of housing discrimination in exercising their rights. |
| Tumbleweed |
To Provide a Safe Space for Collaborating with Youth and Young Adults in Our Community Who Are Vulnerable or Experiencing Homelessness |
| UMOM New Day Centers |
Provide Housing Solutions for the Homeless |
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| Florence Crittendon 715 W. Mariposa, Phoenix, AZ 602-274-7318 |
Juveniles & pregnant juveniles |
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Maggie's Place |
Adult pregnant girls - not immediate shelter/long term |
| MOMA's House 480-309-9853 (in-take / admissions) 480-560-7407 |
Adult women without children - sex trafficking program |
| National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-3737-888 |
Training & Resources United to Stop Trafficking |
| Phoenix Dream Center 602-516-0033 (hot line) |
Adult men & women emergency shelter & sex trafficking program |
| Phoenix Police (non-emergency) - 602-262-2151 | |
| Polaris Project Hotline - 1-888-373-7888 | |
| Prostitution Anonymous - 602-258-2785 |
Meetings every Thursday |
| Silent Witness - 480-Witness | |
| Starfish Mentor Program - 602-258-2785 |
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| Streetlight USA 623-435-0900 x 8107 (in-take / admissions) 602-768-5690 |
Juveniles without children in need of housing (12-18) |
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| Arizona Coalition for Military Families |
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| Arizona Court Help website |
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| Community Legal Services |
Provide Affordable Legal Services |
| Fresh Start Women's Foundation |
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| Law For Veterans |
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| Lawyer Referral Services |
Provide Legal Referral Services |
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| 2016 Hydration and Refuge Map | The Maricopa Association of Governments 2016 hydration and refuge map indicates regional locations of resources available in the community that people can go to for water, refuge or both. |
| Adelante Healthcare |
Affordable Healthcare |
| Arizona Community Action Association | Access and print the "People's Information Guide", a comprehensive listing of statewide assistance opportunities and services (in English and Spanish). |
| Benefits Self Checkup | Find and enroll in federal, state, local and private programs that help pay for prescription drugs, utility bills, meals, health care and other needs. You can also apply for a Medicare-Approved Drug Discount Card. |
| Community Information and Referral | Locate information on a full range of health, free childhood immunizations, human and emergency services provided in Arizona communities. |
| Crisis Pregnancy Centers |
FREE service - Provides information for:
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| Health-e-Arizona Plus | Apply for Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamp), Medical Assistance, and Cash Assistance programs using the Arizona online state application for assistance (Health-e-Arizona). |
| Maricopa Integrated Health System |
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| Medicare | Access information on the Medicare programs and a comparison of Prescription Drug and Health plans. You can also login to view your Medicare accounts. |
| Native Health |
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| People's Information Guide | Access information on a variety of no-cost/low-cost programs and services available to low-income individuals or families. |
| Pima Community Access Program (PCAP) | Find out how to apply for the Pima Community Access Program (PCAP). PCAP is a not-for-profit organization that links low-income, uninsured residents of Pima County with an affordable, comprehensive and coordinated network of health care providers. |
| Social Security | Apply for retirement, disability, and survivor benefits, find information on requesting a Social Security card, find your local Social Security office, and much more. |
| South Phoenix Healthy Start Program |
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| Valle del Sol |
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| Voter Registration | Register to Vote online! |
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| Arizona Coalition for Military Families |
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| Community Bridges | Provide Housing and Services for Pregnant & Parenting Women |
| Creciendo Unidos |
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| Fresh Start Women's Foundation |
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| National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline |
1-866-331-9474
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| Native American Connections |
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| Recovery.org |
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| Adult Protective Services |
Arizona Adult Protective Services (APS) is a program within the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) responsible for investigating allegations of abuse, exploitation and neglect of vulnerable adults. APS may become involved when there is an allegation of self-neglect which is when an adult with physical or mental impairments is unable to meet his or her basic needs (such as obtaining food, shelter, health care, managing finances, etc.) which then impacts the adult’s minimum physical health, mental health or general safety. Report abuse, neglect or exploitation by phone at 1 (877) 767-2385 or online at https://azdes-daas-online.secure.force.com/APS. |
| Arizona Coalition for Military Families |
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| Arizona Fatherhood Network AFN Dad's Directory |
Directory of Community Resources for Fathers |
| Benevilla |
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| Crisis Pregnancy Centers |
FREE service - Provides information for:
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| Child Crisis Center-Family Resource Center |
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| Child & Family Resources |
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| Community Bridges |
Provide Housing and Services for Pregnant & Parenting Women |
| Creciendo Unidos |
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| DuetAZ |
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| Father Matters |
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| First Things First |
Provide Educational Services for Children Ages 1-5 |
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Juveniles & pregnant juveniles |
| Friendly House |
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| Maggie's Place 4001 N. 30th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-262-5555 |
Adult pregnant girls - not immediate shelter/long term |
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| National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline 1-866-331-9474 |
Provide Safety Plan |
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Helps to Involve Fathers in Their Lives of Their Children, Families, and Communities |
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| Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) | City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department offers an affordable afterschool recreation and enrichment program for children ages six to 13 to spend crucial afterschool hours. |
| Raising Special Kids | Raising Special Kids is a 501 (c )3 non-profit organization that provides support and information for parents of children, from birth to age 26, with a full range of disabilities and special health care needs. Programs are offered at no cost to families, and are available in English and Spanish. |
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| Start Your Recovery |
Substance abuse information and support. |
| Teen Outreach Pregnancy Services (TOPS) |
Provides Support and Education to Pregnant and/or Parenting Teens in AZ |
| Tumbleweed |
To Provide a Safe Space for Collaborating with Youth and Young Adults in Our Community |
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Provide Housing Solutions for the Homeless |
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| Adult Protective Services |
Arizona Adult Protective Services (APS) is a program within the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) responsible for investigating allegations of abuse, exploitation and neglect of vulnerable adults. APS may become involved when there is an allegation of self-neglect which is when an adult with physical or mental impairments is unable to meet his or her basic needs (such as obtaining food, shelter, health care, managing finances, etc.) which then impacts the adult’s minimum physical health, mental health or general safety. Report abuse, neglect or exploitation by phone at 1 (877) 767-2385 or online at https://azdes-daas-online.secure.force.com/APS. |
| Arizona Agency on Aging | An Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is a public or nonprofit private agency that helps older Arizonans. They offer information on programs, options, and community supports for older Arizonans.
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| Arizona Commodity Senior Food Program | The Arizona Commodity Senior Food Program (CSFP) is a federally funded food distribution program that provides a once a month food package to people 60 years of age or older. |
| Eldercare Locator | A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families that can be reached at (800) 677-1116 |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | The primary purpose of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is to identify, investigate and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult foster care homes. |
| Medicaid | Federal program handled by each state to provide medical health care coverage to adults in need. Visit the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System for more information. |
| Medicare | Health insurance that is given to all seniors over the age of 65 who have worked (or whose spouses have worked) for more than 10 years. |
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| Arizona Coalition for Military Families |
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| Child Crisis Center-Family Resource Center |
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| Law For Veterans |
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| M.A.N.A. House | Homeless Shelter for Veterans |
| Save the Family |
Housing Services |
| Veterans Crisis Line | 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 Call Anytime if in Need of Help |
| Assisted Living | Assisted Living Benefits for Veterans |
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