**Native Health Centers will help with AHCCCS applications and renewals.

211 (Dial or Google)

Shelter and Housing

Shelters, Domestic Violence Shelters, Rental Assistance, Housing Programs

Food

WIC, Food, Food Delivery

Financial Assistance

Financial Programs, Rent/Mortgage Assistance, Utility Assistance, Financial Assistance, Community Action Agencies

Crisis and Disaster

Crisis HotlinesReport AbuseNatural Disaster and Extreme Weather

Family and Children

Family / Family Resource Centers, Family

Legal

Legal Aid, Courts

Addictions and Substance Use

Addictions and Substance UsePrograms, Support

Mental Health

988 and Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Assessment and Treatment, Mental Health Support Services, Support Groups, Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Assessments and DeterminationsMental Health Care Facilities

Special Populations

Immigrants/Refugees, Individuals Coming Out of Jail/Prison, LGBTQI CommunityVeterans/MilitarySeniors/Older AdultsYouthNative American/Indigenous ResourcesIndividuals with Disabilities

Employment and Income

Arizona@Work  and UnemploymentJob ResourcesSupported Employment for People with DisabilitiesVocational RehabVeteran Employment ProgramsTax Resources

Health Care

ImmunizationsSerious Mental Illness (SMI) Assessments and DeterminationsCommunity ClinicsInsurance Market PlaceMedical Expense AssistanceMedicaid (AHCCCS)Medicare

Education

Head StartSchool DistrictsLiteracy ProgramsGED or High School EquivalencyESL ClassesSchool Supplies

Transportation

Local TransportationLong Distance Transportation,  Transportation Expense, AssistanceTransportation PassesTravelers AssistanceSenior Ride ProgramsNon-Emergency Medical Transportation

Phoenix Rescue mission

602-233-3000

• Substance Abuse & Trauma

  • Short-term Care

  • Recovery Program

• Homeless Outreach

  • Hope Coach Mobile Outreach

  • Specialized Services

• Food Assistance

  • Hope for Hunger Food Bank

  • Mobile Food Outreach

A New Leaf – Housing and rent assistance programs

868 E. University DriveMesa, AZ 85203-8033(480) 969-4024

UMOM

Emergency shelter services, supportive services and case management.

3333 East Van Buren Street Phoenix, Arizona 85008 | 602.275.7852

TEMPE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

How to Access Food Boxes and hygiene kits

Location: The Food Pantry is located at TCAA's Esquer and Ramsey Center, 2146 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ 85281

Hours of Operation: 

• Monday – 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Tuesday – 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• Wednesday – CLOSED

• Thursday – 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• Friday – 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Saturday & Sunday - CLOSED

Requirements: To access emergency food boxes bring a photo ID.

Phone: (480) 422-8922

Tempe Community Action Agency also provides emergency shelter services through I-HELP.

*If you are age 18 and older and in need of I-HELP emergency shelter services, contact us on the I-HELP Hotline at 480-389-1277.

For over 17 years TCAA has successfully operated I-HELP. This program provides overnight sleeping space, evening meals, shower and laundry services, as well as intensive case management and resource navigation to assist up to 40 participants at a time in resolving barriers to end their period of homelessness.

Intakes are completed at IHELP Shelter - please call (480) 389-1277 to check availability.

The following resources are available during daytime operating hours for IHELP participants and extended community:

• Computer and phones

• Employment assistance through TCAA's Financial Success Center

• Emergency To-Go Food Bags

• Hydration Station

Native Health – Mesa Food Distribution

Address: 777 W Southern Ave Building B, Mesa, AZ 85210

Hours: 

Monday 8:30 AM–3 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM–3 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–3 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–3 PM
Friday 8:30 AM–3 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Phone: (480) 550-4048

KEYS TO CHANGE

Single adults experiencing homelessness can receive in-person assistance at the Brian Garcia Welcome Center on Key Campus. Visit any time from 7am-11pm to begin your assessment and create a plan.

Visit us at 206 S 12th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007 or call 602-883-4509

Key Campus has 13 collaborative non-profit organizations offering services to Single Adults, including medical, dental, mental health, employment, identification, legal, food, emergency shelter, and many others. Visit the Key Campus page to see all available services.

ANDRE HOUSE

Hospitality Center

213 S. 11th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Dinner Service - Saturday – Thursday

5:00pm – 6:00pm

(Line forms at 4:00pm)

Clothing Closet - Tuesday, Thursday

12:30pm –3:00pm

(Line forms at 12:00pm)

Saturday

1:00pm – 3:00pm

(Line forms at 12:30pm)

Laundry - Monday – Wednesday

8:30am – 12:00pm

(Line forms prior to 8:00am; 16 laundry slots are available – laundry pickup time is 3:00pm that day)

Guests can receive hygiene kits, backpacks, and blankets.

Monday – Thursday

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Saturday & Sunday

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Showers - Monday – Thursday

12:30pm – 3:00pm 

(line forms at 12:00pm)

The Homeless ID Project

Phoenix has its main, permanent location at the Human Services Campus (Key Campus), specifically at 1125 W Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85007, operating Monday-Friday (8 AM - 1 PM), with satellite locations like the Acacia Library (750 E Townley Ave) for shared services. They help people experiencing homelessness get vital IDs, often partnering with MVD for on-site services. 

Emergency Detox/ Crisis facilities

Copper Springs – Inpatient substance abuse detox, Suicidal Ideation

480-565-3035 (Avondale, Gilbert)

Aurora Behavioral Health – Inpatient substance abuse detox, Suicidal Ideation

877-870-7012 (Glendale, Tempe)

Purpose Healing Center – Inpatient/Outpatient substance abuse treatment, MH

480-579-3319 (Scottsdale, Phoenix)

Crisis Line
If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.  Call or Text

Maricopa County: 

Call 602-222-9444 or 

1-800-631-1314 (toll free) or 

1-800-327-9254 hearing impaired (TTY/TDD)

In case of a life-threatening event or incident call 9-1-1

St. Joseph The Worker
Free Services for Anyone Who is Unemployed or Underemployed
At The Worker, all our services are free and designed to set you up for success:

• Customized job search plan

• Direct employer referrals

• Professional resume assistance 

• Interview preparation and coaching

• Professional attire for interviews

• Transportation assistance

• Uniforms and work tools

*As of 6/1/25, The Worker will only provide transportation resources to those who walk in with employment and don't use our job search service.

Phoenix: 382 E. Palm Lane #150 Phoenix, AZ 85004  

Mesa:1833 W. Main Street #128 Mesa, AZ 85201

Phone: 602-755-JOBS (5627)

Harvest Compassion Center

https://harvestcompassioncenter.org/about/hcc-services/

Offers free hygiene, clothing, and food items. Locations are in North Phoenix, West Phoenix, Maryvale, and Tolleson. Requires ID and proof of address; guests can visit every 30 days. 

HCC North Phoenix:

4744 E. Thunderbird Rd. Ste. 9, Phoenix, Arizona(Behind Spencer’s TV & Appliance Store)Mondays/Wednesdays/Saturdays:9am to 11:30amMust be in line by 11:15am to ensure service!

HCC West Phoenix:

5608 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix, Arizona(27th Ave. and Camelback Rd., near the GCU campus)Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays:9am to 11:30amMust be in line by 11:15am to ensure service!

HCC Maryvale:

4002 N. 67th Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85033(Same parking lot as Peter Piper Pizza)Tuesdays/Fridays/Saturdays:9am to 11:30amMust be in line by 11:15am to ensure service!

HCC Tolleson:

8363 W. Van Buren Street D5, Tolleson AZ 85353(Directly behind the coffee shop)Wednesdays/Fridays:9am to 11:30amMust be in line by 11:15am to ensure service!

ALL FOOD BANKS

Phoenix

• St. Mary’s Food Bank

• Arizona Kosher Pantry

• HonorHealth Desert Mission Food Distribution Center

• Nourish PHX

• Andre House

• St. Vincent de Paul – Phoenix Dining Room

• St. Vincent de Paul – NextPhase Family Dining Room

• Creighton Community Foundation – Feeding Phoenix

• City of Phoenix: Devonshire Senior Center

• City of Phoenix: South Mountain Senior Center

• Olives Branch Food Closet

• Salvation Army: Phoenix Social Service Office

• Rio Vista Center

• Rio Vista Center – Augusta Resource Center

• Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest – Family Resource Center

East Valley

• United Food Bank

• Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank

• Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Mesa Dining Room

• St. Anne Friends of the Needy

• Paz De Cristo Community Center

• City Hope: Arizona

• Chandler CARE Center

• AZCEND: Chandler Senior Center

• AZCEND: Gilbert Senior Center

• Salvation Army: Chandler Corps

• Native Health – Mesa

• Rio Vista Center Casa de Amor

• Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest – Family Resource Centers

• Tempe Community Action Agency

• Aster Aging

• Waste Not

West Valley

• Valley View Community Food Bank

• All Faith Community Services Food Bank

• Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center

• Maricopa Pantry

• ICNA Relief Community Food Pantry

• Phoenix Rescue Mission – Hope for Hunger Food Bank

• Harvest Compassion Center

• City of Phoenix: Desert West Senior Center

• Society of St Vincent de Paul: St Augustine

• Wesley Community Center

• St. Mary’s Food Bank – Surprise Neighborhood Food Center