Assistance for Economically Disadvantaged, Elderly and/or Homebound

United Way of Pinal County Services

These programs and services are provided thanks to your generous contributions.

RENT & UTILITY ASSISTANCE AND OTHER RESOURCES FOR
PINAL COUNTY RESIDENTS

Check this website for available programs and services.

Promise Arizona (PAZ) - Affordable Connectivity Program

You may qualify for discounted or free internet access with ACP!

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is an FCC benefit program that Congress created to help ensure that households can afford the Internet they need for work, school, health care, and more.

The benefit provides:

• Up to $30/month discount for internet service;

• Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and

• A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through a participating provider.

Check their website to see how to apply.

Arizona Department of Housing

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:​

Housing is the foundation f​or success. We lead and collaborate with our community partners to create, preserve and invest in affordable housing. We protect housing consumers and revitalize communities to make Arizona the best place to live.​


The Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) administers programs for Housing Partners who apply to the department for funding. The majority of the agency’s programs are federally funded, and the agency receives no State General Fund support. The agency is also home to the Arizona Home Foreclosure Prevention Funding Corporation.

ADOH does not own or build housing but rather manages funding for the programs through for profit and non-profit developers, faith-based organizations, service organizations, and state, county and city entities who apply for funding and meet criteria developed by state and federal law.

General Public members might be interested in the homeownership program, HOME Plus, offered by the Arizona Industrial Development Authority; apartment rental information through Socialserve.com, and the programs of the Arizona Public Housing Authority.

Department staff are also available to answer your questions by phone.

Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.

Do You Need Help with Legal Services?

"If you have a civil legal problem, we may be able to help. In general, we serve clients who are low income. If you are not sure, please apply and we can check. We do place a high priority on serving victims of crime."

Vision

"Our Vision is that all Arizona residents, particularly those within the 33,000 square miles where Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc. (SALA) provides legal services, have access to legal, social and economic justice. Further, it is our Vision that all individuals and families in our service area understand the vital role SALA plays in assisting low-income individuals and families."

Mission

"Our Mission is to provide quality legal services to people who would not otherwise have equal access to justice, in ways which affirm their individual and collective dignity, integrity, and power."

Non-profit Law Firm

"SALA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public interest law firm, established in 1951, which provides free, civil legal aid to low-income individuals and families in 9 of Arizona’s 15 counties and in 11 of Arizona’s 21 Native American Communities. Since 1951, SALA has been a trusted resource and an effective voice for low-income people in southern and southeastern Arizona."

"We provide civil legal aid. We do not provide help with criminal legal issues. Examples of civil legal issues include: eviction, foreclosure, public benefits denial, guardianship of children in your care, Orders of Protection (restraining order) for victims of domestic violence, divorce and child support issues. Our ability to help depends on the availability of funding and other resources. We are committed to helping as many people as we can, so we encourage you to apply. If we cannot help you directly for any reason, we will suggest other resources in your area."

Check this website for more information.

Pinal County Housing Department

Services:

The Housing Department provides and maintains temporary safe, decent, and sanitary standardized housing for qualified low-income people; assists individuals in becoming independent by giving opportunities for education, training, counseling, and support; and helps residents remain independent and maintain their personal dignity as long as possible.

AZ Law Help

AZLawHelp.org is a collaborative project of:

• Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education
• Community Legal Services
• DNA People's Legal Services
• Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
• The William E. Morris Institute for Justice
• The State Bar of Arizona

With support from:

• Legal Services Corporation

Legal Services Corporation is the single largest funder of civil legal aid for low-income Americans in the nation.

"Established in 1974, LSC operates as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that promotes equal access to justice and provides grants for high-quality civil legal assistance to low-income Americans. LSC distributes more than 90% of its funding to 131 independent nonprofit legal aid programs with more than 890 offices."

Salvation Army - Corps Community Center

The Salvation Army provides a wide range of elderly care and support options.

The Salvation Army passionately invites senior citizens into relationships with others through our many senior centers and eldercare programs. To help combat the loneliness, depression, and loss of independence that often accompany old age, we provide group dining experiences, coordinate activities, visit the homebound, and offer residential assistance for older adults in need of a senior living community.

Activities:

The Salvation Army works to stimulate the minds and bodies of older adults via educational opportunities, low-impact exercise, dances, lunches, fellowship, and countless other "young at heart" activities.

Residences:

To help ease the functional transitions associated with advanced age, we offer housing assistance and living quarters for the elderly - each cultivated with a loving atmosphere of help, kindness, and acceptance.

Adult Day Care Centers:

Because the mental and physical disabilities associated with old age impact both the elderly and their loved ones, The Salvation Army offers adult day care facilities. Here, older adults unable to independently care for themselves enjoy friendship, kindness, and monitored activities while their caretakers enjoy a much-needed break.

Arizona Department of Economic Security

Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES)

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision that every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure.

DES works to promote enhanced safety and well-being for Arizonans by focusing on three primary goals:

Strengthening individuals and families

Increasing self-sufficiency

Developing the capacity of communities

Whether you are an individual who needs help, a potential employee passionate about helping others, or a part of the extensive network of human service professionals throughout Arizona dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families, we look forward to working with you to create a better tomorrow by providing support today.

Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens (PGCSC)

Incorporated in 1974, Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens (PGCSC) is a non-profit organization designated as the Area Agency on Aging for Region V, which encompasses Pinal and Gila counties.

PGCSC’s mission is to assist seniors and persons with disabilities in Region V achieve and maintain self-sufficiency with dignity and offer choices of appropriate care by providing a wide range of community and home-based services.

PGCSC also represents the interests of the elderly and acts to advocate for change in public and private attitudes, policies, and regulations. PGCSC provides a wide variety of services for seniors, persons with disabilities, and caregivers. These services are offered directly or through a network of provider agencies.

2-1-1 Transportation Hotline

2-1-1 Arizona is proud to offer a variety of free transportation options to the community through our 211 Transportation Hotline. After determining the option that best suits your needs, please call the 211 Transportation Hotline at 1-855-345-6432, or dial 211 and select option 4 for transportation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, to schedule your ride!

2-1-1 Arizona (877-211-8661)

We connect you to the resources you need.

2-1-1 Arizona transforms lives by linking individuals and families to vital community services throughout Arizona.

We are trusted, local, nonprofit organization providing you with access to 35,000+ community resources including housing, health, food, employment services and so much more.

FREE 24/7/365 CONFIDENTIAL

How to Access SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Benefits

"If you’re on a fixed income and see costs keep going up, or if you’re struggling to make ends meet on a tight budget, you are not alone. AARP Foundation can connect you with resources and assistance to help you stretch your grocery budget. Assistance is available for adults of all ages through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides participants with a credit card-like card (EBT card) for making purchases at grocery stores and some farmers markets. Millions of older adults use SNAP to afford the food they need each month and AARP Foundation wants to make it easier to apply and enroll."

Check out this AARP website to learn more about SNAP and see if you qualify for assistance.

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is Arizona's Medicaid agency that offers health care programs to serve Arizona residents. Individuals must meet certain income and other requirements to obtain services.

Covered Medical Services

AHCCCS contracts with several health plans to provide covered services. An AHCCCS health plan works like a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO). The health plan works with doctors, hospitals, pharmacies, specialists, etc. to provide care. You will choose a health plan that covers your zip code area. If you are approved, you will choose a primary care doctor that works with that health plan.

Your primary doctor will:

Be the first person you go to for care.
Authorize your non-emergency medical services.
Send you to a specialist when needed.

AHCCCS health plans provide the following medical services:

Doctor's Visits
Immunizations (shots)
Prescriptions (Not covered if you have Medicare)
Lab and X-rays
Early and Periodic Screening Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) Services for Medicaid eligible children under age 21
Specialist Care
Hospital Services
Transportation to doctor
Emergency Care
Podiatry Services Performed by a Podiatrist
Chiropractic Services
Pregnancy Care
Surgery Services
Physical Exams
Behavioral Health
Family Planning Services
Dialysis
Glasses, including replacements (for children under age 21)
Vision Exams (for children under age 21)
Dental Screening (for children under age 21)
Dental Treatment (for children under age 21)
Emergency Dental (for adults 21 and older. Up to $1000 per contract year)
Hearing Exams (for children under age 21)
Hearing Aids (for children under age 21)

The Society of St. Vincent DePaul

The Society of We're All in This Together

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul harnesses the power of community and partnerships to feed, clothe, house and heal individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help. As important, SVdP provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.

Get Help:

Whether you need food, clothing, shelter, medical care or general assistance, we are here for you.

Services:

. Hot Meals & Food Baskets
. Rent and Utility Bill Assistance
. Shelter & Weather Relief
. Basic Needs for Unhoused Individuals
. Education and Mentorship
. Medical Care
. Dental Care

2-1-1 Heat Relief Information

"Arizona is one of the hottest places on earth from May to September. Heat-related illnesses are common during the summer, and some heat-related illnesses can even be fatal. Below you can find resources and tips to stay hydrated and safe in the Arizona heat. You can also call 211 to speak to a specialist about heat related services in your area.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency or any symptoms of heat-related illness, call 911 immediately."

Use the website below for more information.

Senior Property Valuation Protection Information (Senior Freeze - Pinal County, AZ)

"SENIOR PROPERTY VALUATION PROTECTION INFORMATION"

"The Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze) is available to residential homeowners, 65 years of age or older, who meet specific guidelines based on income, ownership, and residency (Arizona Constitution, Article 9, Section 18.) Please be aware, that the program will freeze the Limited Property Value of your property for three years, regardless if future property values increase or decrease."

Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA)

Community Action Human Resources Agency (CAHRA) is a private, non-profit corporation providing for the identified needs of people and communities of Pinal County. CAHRA builds firm foundations in partnership with communities by stimulating family cohesiveness and self-reliance.

Case Management Program - low-income household issues

Dreamcatcher Program - homeless with children subsidized transitional housing

Weatherization and minor home repairs

Home Alone Safe Alone Emergency Pendants (when available)

Utility assistance

Rental assistance

Adult incontinence products program

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

"The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.

The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household."

For information on eligibility and how to enroll check this website:

Arizona Self Help

The Arizona Self Help website was created and is managed by the Arizona Community Action Association (ACAA), a statewide 501(c)3 nonprofit which advocates, educates, and partners to prevent and alleviate poverty. Learn more at wildfireaz.org.

The Arizona Community Action Association (ACAA) was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1967 in response to a need for a statewide forum to address issues relating to poverty.

The mission of the ACAA is to promote economic self-sufficiency for low-income people through collaborations which strengthen, represents and promote Arizona's Community Action Agencies.

Program Descriptions

Arizona Self Help knows about the programs listed below. Arizona Self Help can tell you whether your family might be able to get help from any of these programs:

Child and Family Resources
Financial Benefits
Health Care
Jobs and Employment Directions
Clothing and Diaper Banks
Food and Nutrition
Housing and Utilities
Seniors and Disability Services

Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens Resource Guide

One of the major resources available to Pinal County residents is the PGCSC Senior Connections Resource Guide.

The PGCSC Senior Connections Resource Guide is one of the most comprehensive resources available to Pinal County residents.

NOTE: Once you have taken the above link to PGCSC, there are two handy links provided on their website to access the PGCSC Senior Connections Resource Guide. There first one is at the bottom of the Home Page for the Resource Guide and a second link is under the "About Us" tab. If you want, you can download a copy of the RESOURCE GUIDE for your use.

Southwest Gas Customer Assistance

Arizona Special Programs & Assistance offered by Southwest Gas.

We’re here for you, Arizona. Whether you have questions about natural gas safety or need to reach customer service, we’ve got your back.

We're here to help.

If you're a Southwest Gas residential customer and meet certain income guidelines, you may qualify for assistance in paying your bills.

To see if you qualify for assistance, select the program which most closely relates to your circumstances.

Programs offered:

Assistance and Flexible Payment Options
Bill Assistance Program
Weatherization Program
Low Income Ratepayer Assistance (LIRA)
Deferred Payment Program
Energy Share Program
Arizona Self Help
Customer-Owned Yard Line (COYL)
Special Services for hearing impaired and non-English speakers
Contractor Referral Program
Program for Landlords
Third Party Notification
Medically Fragile Household

Southern Arizona Legal Aid

LAW FIRM FOR EQUAL JUSTICE

SALA provides free civil legal aid services to low-income individuals and families in southern and southeastern Arizona, including 11 of Arizona’s Native American tribes.

We are committed to ensuring that low-income community members have access to civil legal aid because we know that equal access to justice promotes family stability, strengthens neighborhoods, and improves the quality of life for all our communities.

We provide civil legal aid. We do not provide help with criminal legal issues. Examples of civil legal issues includes: eviction, foreclosure, public benefits denial, guardianship of children in your care, Orders of Protection (restraining order) for victims of domestic violence, divorce and child support issues.

Our ability to help depends on the availability of funding and other resources. We are committed to helping as many people as we can, so we encourage you to apply. If we cannot help you directly for any reason, we will suggest other resources in your area.

ALA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public interest law firm, established in 1951, which provides free, civil legal aid to low-income individuals and families in 9 of Arizona’s 15 counties and in 11 of Arizona’s 21 Native American Communities. Since 1951, SALA has been a trusted resource and an effective voice for low-income people in southern and southeastern Arizona.