Skip to Main Content

Family Resources

Support that builds communities. 

Ability 360 offers and promotes programs designed to empower 1People with disabilities to take personal responsibility to achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community.

Contact:

  • https://Ability360.org
  • Phoenix: 602-256-2245, 800-280-2245, 7-1-1 (Arizona Relay)
  • Gilbert/Mesa: 480-655-9750
  • Glendale: 602-424-4100
  • Pima County: 520-449-8375
  • Pinal County: 520-316-4300

My AHCCCS online allows AHCCCS members to view their own active healthcare and health plan enrollment for the following services:

  • View a two-year history of eligibility
  • Enrollment information
  • Link to their active health plan websites
  • Individuals correct address

Contact:

  • http://www.azahcccs.gov
  • 801 E. Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ. 85034
  • 855-432-7587
  • 602-417-4000
  • In-State toll-free: 800-654-8713
  • TTY/TDD 1-800-842-6520

AHCCCS offers various resources for those managing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including diagnostic information, information for family, specialized healthcare providers, and more.

Contact:

  • https://www.azahcccs.gov/shared/asd.html

Community Information and Referral to help find many community services.

Some examples of the community services are:

  • Food banks
  • Clothes
  • Shelters
  • Assistance to pay rent and utilities
  • Health care
  • Pregnancy health
  • Support groups
  • Counseling
  • Help with drug or alcohol problems
  • Financial help
  • Job training
  • Transportation
  • Education programs
  • Adult day care
  • Meals on Wheels
  • Respite care
  • Home health care
  • Transportation
  • Homemaker services
  • Childcare
  • After school programs
  • Family help
  • Summer camps
  • Play programs
  • Counseling
  • Help with learning

Contact:

The ADRC was created to help Arizona seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers and family members locate resources and services that meet their needs.

Contact:

The Arizona Commission for 1he Deaf and 1he Hard of Hearing has been committed to improving the quality of life for the Deaf for over 35 years! Services span across all facets such as sharing Deaf-related resources, advocating for one’s communication needs, training both private and public service providers, and providing consultation on community needs.

Contact:

The Commodity Senior Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons who are at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with a monthly package of nutritious food at no cost.

Contact:

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize a collective vision that every child, adult, and family in the State of 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, and developing the capacity of communities.

Navigating the System Guide for Members and Families 2024-2025

Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) Member Handbook 2024-2025

Contact:

  • https://des.az.gov/
  • Division of Developmental Disabilities: 844-770-9500 ext 1, ext 2 (Spanish)
  • Nutrition Assistance: 855-432-7587
  • Adult Protective Services: 877-767-2385
  • Aging and Adult Services: 602-542-4446

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) continues working to improve systems of care; provide information and referrals to families who would like assistance in finding the services available to their child; provide training to families and professionals on best practices related to medical home, cultural competence, and transition to adulthood and family and youth involvement; and support telemedicine to provide services in remote areas of the state.

Contact:

The Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP, pronounced Ay-zip), helps families of children with disabilities or developmental delays age birth to three years old. The program provides support and can work with children’s natural ability to learn.

Contact:

  • https://des.az.gov/azeip
  • 1789 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85007-3202
  • 602-532-9960 or 844-770-9500 (Option 5)
  • Referrals: 888-592-0140

Provides immediate life-saving information and medical expertise for medication errors, chemical spills, product misuse, occupational exposures, suicide attempts, pet poisonings and other urgent situations.

Contact:

Centers for Independent Living are consumer controlled, community-based, non-profit corporations that provide programs and services for people with all types of disabilities and their families.

Centers for Independent Living also serve as a strong advocacy voice on a wide range of national, state, and local issues. They work to assure physical and programmatic access to housing, employment, transportation, communities, recreational facilities, and health and social services for people with disabilities to fully participate in an integrated community and search for the possibilities to live as they choose. Many ClLs offer a wide range of programs and services.

Contact:

Autism NOW is a comprehensive online resource center dedicated to providing information and support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their families, and professionals. It offers a wide range of resources, including articles, research studies, and tools, all carefully selected and reviewed by experts. The center is supported by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD) and The Arc, two leading organizations in the field of developmental disabilities.

Contact:

Autism Speaks is a leading global organization dedicated to promoting solutions, advocating for the rights, and advancing the needs of individuals with autism and their families. They provide a wealth of resources, including information on diagnosis, treatment, and support services. Additionally, Autism Speaks funds groundbreaking research and advocates for policies that improve the lives of people with autism.

Contact:

AzLinks.gov is maintained by the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS). AzLinks.gov offers assistance and information on aging and disability. Use AzLinks.gov to plan for the future or to handle an immediate need for seniors, people with disabilities, caregivers, friends, family members, and professionals assisting others.

Contact:

Arizona created the CRS program to help children with complex health care needs. Members enrolled with DES/DDD can use their DDD plan for all CRS and non-CRS health needs.

Contact:

https://www.azahcccs.gov/AHCCCS/lnitiatives/CareCoordination/CRS.html

Arizona’s Nightclub for Adults with Disabilities

Contact:

D8101 helps people with disabilities and service providers understand the connections between work and benefits. D8101 provides information to learn about benefits programs and rules around work, calculators to get results tailored to plan and set goals or work, tips for success for individual situations, provide experts to find answers to your questions, and connect to community resources to help understand your next steps and situation.

Contact:

Disability Rights Arizona, formerly known as the Arizona Center for Disability Law, is a federally designated Protection and Advocacy System for the State of Arizona with unique authorities and responsibilities. These include the power to investigate reports of abuse and neglect and violations of the rights of persons with disabilities. This organization is authorized to pursue appropriate legal and administrative remedies on behalf of persons with disabilities to insure their constitutional and statutory rights.

Contact:

Phoenix Office:

  • 5025 E. Washington St, Suite 202
    Phoenix, AZ 85034
  • 602-274-6287
  • 800-927-2260

Tucson Office:

  • 177 N. Church Ave., Suite 800
    Tucson, AZ 85701
  • 520-327-9547
  • 800-922-1447

Flagstaff Office:

  • 1515 E. Cedar Ave, Suite D1
    Flagstaff, AZ 86004
  • 602-274-6287
  • 800-927-2260

CARES stands for Community, Advocacy, Resolution, Engagement, and Support. The DOD CARES Administration includes Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) that provide education, guidance and assistance on a variety of topics.

Contact:

Contact:

Contact:

Arizona’s family to family health information center, Raising Special Kids, is a non-profit organization of families helping families of 01ildren with disabilities and special health needs in Arizona. It provides information, training, and materials to help families understand and navigate systems of care. Parents are supported in their leadership development as they learn to advocate for their children. Raising Special Kids promotes opportunities for improving communication between parents, youth with disabilities, educators, and health professionals. All programs and services are provided to families at no cost.

Contact:

  • https://raisingspecialkids.org
  • Q 5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204, Phoenix, AZ 85034
  • 800-237-3007
  • Phoenix: 602-242-4366
  • Tucson: 520-441-4007
  • Yuma: 928-444-8803

Contact:

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides eligible households with monthly benefits they can use to purchase nutritious food.

Contact:

The Arc of Arizona advocates for the rights and full community participation of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Contact: