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Browse all 12 resource categories — shelter, food, health, legal help, and more. Every listing is free to access.
What kind of help are you looking for?
Choose a category to find programs, organizations, and services near you.
Housing & Shelter
Emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing.
Food
Free meals, food banks, pantries, and SNAP enrollment help near you.
Health
Free and low-cost medical care, dental, vision, prescriptions, and AHCCCS enrollment.
Mental Health & Recovery
Counseling, crisis services, and substance use treatment programs.
Money & Benefits
SSI, SNAP, TANF, utility assistance, and help applying for government benefits.
Work & Training
Job placement, resume help, vocational training, and workforce development programs.
Legal Help
Free legal aid for eviction, record clearing, benefits appeals, and civil matters.
ID & Documents
Help getting a government ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, and other vital records.
Family & Children
Family shelter, childcare, school enrollment, and services for parents and kids.
Safety
Domestic violence shelters, crisis lines, and safety planning resources.
Getting Around
Free or reduced-fare bus passes, ride programs, and transportation assistance.
Hygiene & Essentials
Showers, laundry, clothing, hygiene supplies, and basic essential items.
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Start with a bed and a meal
If you don't know what kind of help you need first, housing and food are usually the best starting points. From there, a case manager can help you figure out next steps.
Need help right now?
Call 211 — available in most of the US, 24/7. They can connect you with emergency shelter, food, and services in your area tonight.
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