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.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) self-management workshops are for people with ongoing health problems to provide information for managing those problems more effectively. Workshops are guided by trained leaders who live with chronic conditions and offered in community settings. The workshop is 2 ½ hours per week, for 6 weeks and cost varies by location.
Topics covered include:
- Dealing with difficult emotions
- Managing symptoms
- Nutrition
- Increasing strength and stamina through better fitness
- Problem solving
- Understanding medications
- Making informed treatment decisions
- Goal setting
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