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This directory is adapted from a 2023 resource list. Listings have not been fully reverified. Please call first to confirm services, locations, hours, and eligibility.
126 resources · 12 categories
Housing & shelter · 18
Shelters, transitional housing, and help finding a place to stay.
Housing Hub
Family shelter and housing referrals. Call to ask about the current screening process and availability.
Location: 3307 E. Van Buren , Phoenix, AZ
(602) 595-8700↗Lodestar Day Center
Day services and connections to shelter and housing for single adults.
Location: 230 S. 12th Ave, Phoenix, AZ
(602) 256-6945↗Gift of Mary
Shelter listed for single women, women with young children, and older men. Call for eligibility and availability.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 254-8424↗Phoenix Dream Center
Community meals and support for people experiencing homelessness, at-risk youth, and survivors of trafficking.
Location: 3210 NW Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ
(602) 346-8700↗Maggie’s Place
Housing and support for pregnant women. Call for help connecting with a house and confirming eligibility.
Location: Multiple Locations
(602) 262-5555↗Brian Garcia Welcome Center
A starting point for single adults seeking shelter and housing assistance. Call or visit to ask about screening.
Location: 230 S. 12th Ave Phoenix, AZ
(602) 759-5356↗Crisis Nursery — Children’s Shelter
Temporary placements for children when families are experiencing severe stress or danger. Call for assistance.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 273-7363↗Bridge To Hope
A long-term transitional program for women with children. Call to apply; this is not emergency shelter.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 589-5556↗Church on the Street
Community ministry connected with the Dream Center. Call about program referrals.
Location: 4006 W. Van Buren Phoenix, AZ
(602) 447-0259↗MANA House
Housing and support for veterans. Call for intake.
Location: 755 E. Willetta St. Phoenix, AZ call for intake
(602) 254-6785↗Justa Center
Day services for adults over 55, including housing and Social Security assistance.
Location: 1101 W. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 254-6254↗East Valley Men’s Center
Support for men working toward stable housing and independence.
Location: 2345 N. Country Dr, Mesa, AZ
(480) 610-6722↗East Valley Women’s Center
Shelter and support toward permanent housing for women. Call for intake before visiting.
Location: 149 N. Mesa Drive Mesa, AZ
(480) 969-1691↗U.S. VETS
Call the organization to confirm its housing programs, intake requirements, and current locations.
Location: 804 E. Jones or 3400 NW Grand Ave Phoenix, AZ
(602) 305-8585↗Chicanos Por La Causa
Housing and budget counseling, housing searches, and relocation assistance.
Location: 1112 E. Buckeye Rd. Phoenix. AZ 85034
(602) 257-0700↗Maggie’s Place — shelter intake
Shelter intake for pregnant women. Call to confirm current admission requirements and availability.
Location: Call the intake number.
(602) 246-3724↗Ability360
Programs that support people with disabilities in living independently.
Location: 5025 E Washington St #200, Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 256-2245↗Mosaic — affordable & accessible housing
Affordable, accessible housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Location: 2929 N. 44th Street Suite 300 Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 864-6030↗
Food & hot meals · 15
Food boxes, community pantries, and dining rooms across the Valley.
Phoenix Rescue Mission — Hope for Hunger Food Bank
Food boxes for households in the West Valley. Call to confirm whether your ZIP code is served.
Location: 5605 N. 55th Ave Glendale AZ 85301
(602) 773-4344↗St. Mary’s Food Bank
Food boxes and connections to nutrition assistance. Call for distribution information.
Location: 2831 N. 31st Ave Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 242-3663↗ICM
Food assistance. Call to confirm pantry hours and requirements.
Location: 501 S. 9th Ave Phoenix, AZ
(602) 254-7450↗FIBCO Family Services Emergency Support Program
Food boxes, clothing, and sack lunches. Call for registration and pickup times.
Location: 1141 E Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ
(602) 385-3900↗First Southern Baptist Church — food & clothing pantry
Food boxes and clothing for people in need. Call to confirm pantry hours.
Location: 3100 W. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ
(602) 242-6104↗Friendly House Emergency Services
Food boxes, hygiene supplies, and emergency assistance. Call for current hours and identification requirements.
Location: 113 W. Sherman St. Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-1870↗Neighborhood Ministries
Community food pantry. Call for current distribution hours.
Location: 1929 W. Fillmore Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 252-5225↗Living Streams Food Pantry
Community food pantry. Call for current distribution hours.
Location: 7000 N. Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 957-7500↗Andre House
Community meal services. Call to confirm serving times.
Location: 213 S. 11th Ave. Phoenix, AZ
(602) 252-9023↗Set Free Ministries
Community meal services. Call to confirm serving times.
Location: 1034 N. 24th St Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 267-1511↗St. Vincent de Paul — Human Services Campus Dining Room
Breakfast and lunch services. Call for current meal times.
Location: 1075 W. Jackson St. Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 850-6746↗St. Vincent de Paul — Family Dining Room
Family dinner services. Call for current meal times.
Location: 420 W. Watkins Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 625-5460↗St. Vincent de Paul — Sunnyslope Dining Room
Lunch and dinner services. Call for current meal times.
Location: 9227 N. 10th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 625-5460↗St. Vincent de Paul — El Mirage Dining Room
Lunch services. Call for current meal times.
Location: 14013 N. Verbena St. El Mirage, AZ 85335
(602) 850-6746↗St. Vincent de Paul — Mesa Dining Room
Lunch services. Call for current meal times.
Location: 67 W. Broadway Rd. Mesa, AZ 85210
(602) 625-5460↗
Recovery & sober living · 13
Recovery programs, treatment services, and supportive places to begin again.
Her House
Transitional recovery support for women. Call for intake requirements, costs, and availability.
Location: East Valley
(602) 369-7792↗Sally’s Place
Supportive recovery housing for pregnant or postpartum women with mental health and substance use needs. This is not emergency shelter.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 264-6214↗Crossroads for Men
Inpatient and outpatient recovery services for men.
Location: 3702 N. 13th Ave Phoenix, AZ
(602) 279-2585↗Crossroads for Women
Inpatient and outpatient recovery services for women.
Location: 1632 E. Flower Phoenix, AZ
(602) 274-0730↗SEEDS Transitional Housing
Transitional housing for women with children who need support with domestic violence or substance use recovery. Call for intake.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 369-7792↗Weldon House
Recovery housing for women affected by abusive relationships and substance use. This is not emergency shelter.
Location: 4201 N. 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-6214↗The House That Love Built
Sober living for women rebuilding their lives after incarceration or other life-controlling challenges. Call for screening.
Location: Call for screening
(833) 258-5683↗Teen Challenge
Addiction recovery services. Call for program information.
Location: 1515 Grand Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 271-4084↗Community Bridges Inc.
Detox and behavioral health evaluation services. Call about care and insurance requirements.
Location: 2770 E. Van Buren Phoenix, AZ
(602) 273-9999↗Community Medical Services
Medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Call about services and intake.
Location: 2806 W Cactus Road, Phoenix, AZ 85029
(602) 607-4700↗Crossroads
Substance use treatment. Call to confirm available programs and eligibility.
Location: 1700 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ
(602) 263-5242↗Corazón / CPLC
Residential substance use recovery services, including Spanish-language support. Call for assessment and admission information.
Location: 3639 W. Lincoln Ave Phoenix , AZ ,85009
(602) 233-9747↗Arizona Women’s Recovery Center
Recovery homes and programs for women and women with children.
Location: 4201 North 16th Street, Suite 140, Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-6214↗
Domestic violence support · 8
Shelter and support for people experiencing abuse or trafficking. Shelter locations are confidential.
Chrysalis Shelter
Domestic violence shelter. Call for support and intake information.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 944-4999↗De Colores
Domestic violence shelter. Call for support and intake information.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 269-1515↗Sojourner Center
Domestic violence shelter. Call for support and intake information.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 244-0089↗Catholic Charities
Shelter support for women leaving sex trafficking.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 258-2785↗My Sister’s Place
Domestic violence shelter. Call to confirm eligibility and intake information.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(480) 821-1024↗DOVES
Domestic violence support for older adults.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 264-4357↗Autumn’s House (A New Leaf)
Emergency shelter, case management, basic needs, and advocacy for people experiencing domestic violence and their children.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(480) 890-3039↗Elim House
Call for shelter intake and current program eligibility.
Location: Confidential location — call for information
(602) 267-4111↗
Medical & dental care · 7
Community clinics and care for people with limited or no insurance.
Circle the City — Parsons Family Health Center
Primary medical care for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with or without insurance.
Location: 3522 N. 3rd Ave. Phoenix, AZ
(602) 776-9000↗Circle the City — medical services
Primary medical care for uninsured or underinsured people. Call to confirm the location and appointment process.
Location: 220 S. 12th Ave Phoenix, AZ
(602) 372-2100↗Wesley Community and Health Center
Community health care for insured, uninsured, and underinsured patients. Call for an appointment.
Location: 1300 S. 10th St, Phoenix, AZ
(602) 257-4323↗St. Vincent de Paul Medical Clinic
Medical care for uninsured patients. Call for an appointment.
Location: 420 W. Watkins, Phoenix, AZ
(602) 261-6868↗Neighborhood Christian Clinic
Medical care for uninsured patients. Call for an appointment.
Location: 1929 W. Fillmore Building C, Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 258-6008↗CASS — dental & optometry referrals
Ask CASS about connections to dental and optometry services.
(602) 256-6945↗Mission of Mercy
Medical services at locations around the Valley for uninsured or underinsured patients. Call for an appointment.
Location: Various Locations around the valley
(602) 486-7798↗
Mental health & crisis support · 6
Counseling, behavioral health services, and crisis contacts.
Urgent Psychiatric Center (UPC)
Urgent behavioral health evaluations and support. Call about available services.
Location: 1201 S. 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ Ste 150
(602) 416-7600↗Crisis Intervention
A crisis hotline listed in the 2023 directory. For current crisis support, call or text 988.
Location: Hotline
(602) 222-9444↗Aurora Behavioral Health Systems (West)
Behavioral health and chemical dependency services for adults and adolescents. Call for assessment and eligibility.
Location: 6015 W. Peoria Ave. Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 344-4400↗Aurora Behavioral Health Systems (East)
Call for current behavioral health services and eligibility.
Location: 6350 S. Maple Ave. Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 345-5400↗Southwest Behavioral Health Services
Behavioral health crisis services. Call to confirm care options and insurance requirements.
Location: 2632 E. Thomas Rd. #101 Phoenix AZ 85016
(602) 957-2507↗Terros — Phoenix Interfaith Counseling
Counseling and psychiatric services for adults, families, adolescents, and children.
Location: 2400 W. Dunlap Ave., Ste. 300 Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 685-6000↗
Employment & job training · 6
Help preparing for work, building skills, and finding employment.
Goodwill Employment Services
Job preparation, résumé support, and job fairs. Call for the nearest location.
Location: Various Locations
(602) 535-4444↗AZ Common Ground
Employment support for youth and adults facing barriers to work.
Location: 2406 S. 24th St. Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 914-9000↗St. Joseph the Worker
Employment support. Call for current locations and services.
Location: 1125 W. Jackson Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 417-9854↗Age Works
Job training and placement for job seekers age 55 and older with limited financial resources.
Location: 1366 E Thomas Rd. Ste. 108 Phoenix, AZ
(602) 264-4357↗Arizona Education and Employment
Job coaching, peer mentoring, and personal success planning.
Location: 326 E Corn Ste. 125 Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 601-7200↗Phoenix Rescue Mission — vocational training
Vocational training services. Contact the Hope for Hunger Food Bank for program information.
Location: 5605 N. 55th Ave Glendale, AZ
(602) 773-4344↗
Legal & immigration assistance · 12
Legal referrals and help with family, housing, and immigration matters.
Community Legal Services
Civil legal assistance, including tenant rights, family matters, and other non-criminal issues.
Location: 305 S. 2nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-3434↗Family Lawyers Assistance Project (FLAP)
Family law assistance for matters such as divorce, custody, child support, and emergency guardianship. Call for an appointment and any fees.
Location: 201 West Jefferson St. 6th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 506-7948↗CPLC Family Immigration Services
Family immigration consultations. Call for current hours and appointment requirements.
Location: 308 West Main Street Somerton, AZ 85350
(928) 627-2042↗Christian Legal Aid
Legal advice on family law and bankruptcy, with assistance related to SNAP and AHCCCS. Call for details.
Location: 7508 N. 59th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301
(602) 688-2522↗Friendly House — immigration assistance
Immigration assistance. Call for an appointment and any service fees.
Location: 723 S. 1st Ave Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-1870↗St. Vincent de Paul — immigration assistance
Immigration assistance. Call for an appointment.
Location: 420 W. Watkins, Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 261-6845↗Fuente Mission — immigration assistance
Immigration assistance. Call for an appointment and service fees.
Location: 3239 N. 20th St. Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 254-5605↗Catholic Charities — immigration assistance
Low-cost immigration assistance. Call for services and fees; an alternate number in the directory is 1-855-316-2229.
Location: 4747 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 749-4415↗Bar Association Lawyer Referral
Lawyer referral service. Call for information.
(602) 257-4434↗Community Legal Services — East Valley
Civil legal assistance in the East Valley. Call for eligibility and appointments.
(480) 833-1442↗Paz De Cristo
Listed among the directory’s assistance contacts. Call to confirm available services.
(480) 464-2370↗State Bar of Arizona
Legal information and connections to lawyer resources.
(602) 252-4804↗
Rent, utilities & financial help · 24
Community assistance programs in Phoenix, Glendale, and the East and West Valley.
St. Vincent de Paul — financial assistance
Possible assistance with past-due rent or utility bills, subject to available funds. Call about requirements.
Location: 420 W. Watkins Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-3338↗Salvation Army
Help with past-due utilities, rent, and food when funds are available. Call first.
Location: 2707 E. Van Buren, Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 267-4100↗City of Phoenix Family Service Centers
Assistance for residents within Phoenix city boundaries. Contact the nearest Family Service Center listed here.
Location: Contact nearest Family Service Center
John F. Long Family Service Center
Family and financial assistance for Phoenix residents. Call about appointments, requirements, and available funds.
Location: 3454 N. 51st Ave Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 262-6510↗Sunnyslope Family Service Center
Family and financial assistance for Phoenix residents. Call about appointments, requirements, and available funds.
Location: 914 W. Hatcher Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 495-5229↗Travis Williams Family Service Center
Family and financial assistance for Phoenix residents. Call about appointments, requirements, and available funds.
Location: 4732 S. Central Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 534-4732↗SOAR — Social Security assistance
Help applying for Social Security disability benefits. The directory lists in-person screening; confirm current arrangements before visiting.
Location: 220 S. 12th Phoenix, AZ 85007
Social Security
Questions about benefit eligibility and appointments.
Location: Various Locations
(800) 772-1213↗Terri Cruz Social Service Program
Emergency financial assistance for needs such as funeral expenses, mortgage payments, and utilities. Call for availability.
Location: 1112 E Buckeye Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 257-0700↗SRP Share
Help with SRP bills and connections to utility assistance programs.
Location: 1521 N Project Dr. Tempe, AZ 85281
(602) 236-3000↗Friendly House — rent & utility assistance
Utility and rental assistance. Call to confirm current application times and availability.
Location: Call to schedule appointment
(602) 345-0167↗Glendale Community Action Program
Utility, rent, and mortgage assistance. For appointment information, the directory also lists 623-930-2460.
Location: 5850 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 930-2854↗The Salvation Army Glendale Corps
Food boxes, clothing, baby supplies, and utility assistance when available.
Location: 6010 W. Northern Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 934-0469↗Vista del Camino Community Action Program
Basic needs, food boxes, eviction prevention, and utility assistance.
Location: 7700 E Roosevelt St. Scottsdale AZ 85257
(480) 312-2323↗The Salvation Army Tempe Corps
Food boxes and emergency assistance for families.
Location: 714 S. Myrtle Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 967-8649↗Tempe Community Action Agency
Utilities, rent assistance, food boxes, and referrals for Tempe residents with low incomes.
Location: 2146 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 422-8922↗Friendly House Emergency Services — rent & utilities
Rent and utility assistance. Call to confirm the current application schedule.
Location: 113 W. Sherman St. Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 345-0167↗The Salvation Army Corps Community Center
Emergency help with food, utilities, transportation, prescriptions, hygiene supplies, clothing, and other needs.
Location: 241 E. 6th St. Mesa, AZ
(480) 962-9103↗Tolleson Community Action Program
Rent, mortgage, and utility assistance. Call about eligibility and available funds.
Location: 9555 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ
(623) 936-2760↗Maricopa County Community and Rental Assistance
Financial assistance for individuals and families with low incomes.
Location: 8335 W. Jefferson St. Peoria, AZ
(602) 372-0728↗West Valley Partners in Caring
Emergency food boxes, limited utility assistance, and job readiness support.
Location: 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd Sun City, AZ
(480) 654-4539↗Avondale Community Action Program
Utility and housing assistance, referrals, and home repair or weatherization programs. Call for eligibility.
Location: 1007 S. 3rd St. Avondale, AZ
(855) 204-7797↗Buckeye Community Action Program
Case management, food, clothing, meals, rent and utility assistance, weatherization, transportation, and referrals.
Location: 201 E Centre Buckeye, AZ
(623) 349-6615↗BOSS Utility Assistance
Assistance and referrals for households whose utilities have been shut off.
Location: 501 E. Mahoney Ave. Buckeye, AZ
(623) 386-6365↗
Youth & family services · 5
Programs for young people and families who need support.
HomeBase Youth Services
Housing and support for young adults ages 18–24, including employment, education, and independent living skills.
Location: 931 E. Devonshire Ave Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 263-5531↗Homeless Youth Connection
Housing connections and support to help young people experiencing homelessness finish high school.
Location: 9950 W Van Buren St #114 Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 374-3747↗Open Hands
Residential job training for young people. Call to confirm age requirements and available programs.
Location: 3707 E. Van Buren St. Suite 305 Phoenix, AZ
(602) 841-5799↗Job Corps
Youth job training and residential programs. Call to confirm age requirements and eligibility.
Location: 518 S. 3rd St. Phoenix, AZ
(800) 733-5627↗Arizona Department of Child Safety
A phone line to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
Location: Call to make report
(888) 767-2445↗
Pet assistance · 7
Pet food, veterinary services, and spay and neuter programs.
Animal Guardian Network
Veterinary care, pet food, and assistance for pet owners with limited financial resources.
Location: 4815 E. Cave Creek Hwy #108 Cave Creek, AZ
(623) 780-1604↗Lost Our Home Pet Foundation
Pet food assistance. Call for availability and requirements.
Location: 2323 Hardy Dr. Tempe, AZ
(602) 445-7387↗Phoenix Pet Food Pantry
Pet food assistance. Call for the current location and availability.
Location: Call for location
(888) 606-2299↗Arizona Animal Welfare League
Vaccinations and low-cost veterinary services. Call for appointments and fees.
Location: 25 N. 40th St. Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 273-6852↗Altered Tails Barnhart Clinic
Low-cost spay and neuter services and vaccinations. Call for available services and fees.
Location: 950 W. Hatcher Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-7729↗Arizona Humane Society
Vaccinations and low-cost veterinary services. Call for appointments and fees.
Location: 1521 W. Dobbins Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 997-7585↗Spay Neuter Hotline
Low-cost spay and neuter referrals for companion animals and outdoor cats.
Location: Services Around the Valley
(602) 265-7729↗
Everyday support & wellness · 5
Identification documents, community connections, and support for healthy routines.
Homeless ID Project
Help replacing identification and birth certificates, with document storage for people experiencing homelessness.
Location: 1125 W. Jackson Phoenix, AZ 85007 Lodestar Center at CASS
(602) 223-3427↗A New Leaf
Housing, domestic violence support, behavioral health, family services, financial education, and basic needs assistance.
Location: 868 E University Dr Mesa, Arizona 85203
(480) 969-4024↗Phoenix Cares Program
Connect people experiencing homelessness with outreach and services.
Location: Report line
(602) 262-6152↗The Barbell Saves Project
Fitness and CrossFit programs for people in recovery. Call to confirm sobriety requirements and class availability.
Location: 2806 W Cactus Rd, Phoenix, Az 85029
(602) 536-8003↗Phoenix Police — non-emergency
For non-emergency police assistance. In an emergency, call 911.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
(602) 262-6151↗
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