Families in Crisis

Introduction

The information provided on this page has been collected and is augmented to as part of parish's interfaith community networking. The information may prove helpful for families in crisis.  Note the following is for information only: 

Adopt-a-Senior

This City of Scottsdale program provides care packages and visitations to over 200 Scottsdale seniors every year.  By adopting a senior, you can help them, by shopping for their basic needs and giving the gifts of joy, peace and love.  See website or contact Via Linda Senior Center at 480-313-8455.

Arizona Community Action Association People's Information Guide

The People’s Information Guide contains information on a variety of low-cost and free services and programs available to low-income families and individuals. Some services listed in the guide have eligibility requirements, and some do not. The Guide is intended to assist families and individuals in obtaining resources needed to prevent a crisis and move toward self-sufficiency. Information contained in the Guide is arranged by category areas, and each entry contains a program description, eligibility information, instructions on how to apply, documents to bring, and contact information for where to apply. See website or call 602-604-0640.

Arizona Furniture Bank

Bridging AZ provides families in needs with the furniture and household items necessary to create a safe, comfortable and healthy home environment.  See website, eMail or call 480-833-3997.

Arizona Self Help

Go to this website for a free, easy and confidential way to find out if you may qualify for benefits and programs, or call 1-800-352-8401.  Arizona Self Help pre screens eligibility and provides information on programs such as:

• Child and Family Resources:  Childcare Assistance, Temporary Assistance for Need Families and HeadStart
• Financial Benefits:  Federal Child Tax Credit, Federal Hope Tax Credit; Individual Development Accounts (IDA), Federal Earned Income Tax Credit, Federal Lifetime Learning Tax Credit, Second Chance Banking
• Health Care:  Medicare Part B, Arizona CoppeRX Card, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, Medicare and Medicare Savings, Pima Community Access Program
• Jobs and Employment Directions:  One-Stop Career Center Services
• Food and Nutrition:  Women, Infants and Children (WIC), School Lunch, Emergency Food, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP - Food Stamps)
• Clothing and Diaper Banks
• Housing and Utilities:  Federal Housing Assistance, Utility Discounts, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), Economy Pass Program, Home Repairs
• Senior and Disabled Services: Arizona Long Term Care System, Senior Adult Independent Living, Social Security Retirement, Social Security Disability Programs

Catholic Charities Community Services

Catholic Charities provides a wide range of services related Pregnancy & Adoption, Counseling, Domestic Violence, Foster Care, Homelessness, Poverty Reduction, Refugee Resettlement, Sex Trafficking, Youth Development and Protecting Children.  See website, eMail or call 602-285-1999.

Department of Economic Security (website)

• Division of Aging & Adult Services: provides services that help aging and other vulnerable adults to achieve and maintain safe and independent living.  Many services are provided through a contracted provider Network.  Contact eMail or call Carolyn Manning-Giedraitis 602-542-6606. Programs include: Refugee Resettlement, Homelessness, Domestic Violence, Adult Protective Services, Community Action, Emergency Mortgage, Rent and Utilities, Assistance, Senior Rights & Benefits, Caregiver Support and Independent Living

• Arizona Early Intervention Program: is a statewide system of supports and services for children from birth to 3-years old who have disabilities or developmental delays, and for their families. Early intervention services assist families in helping their child develop and reducing family stress. eMail or call Molly Bright at 602-532-9960.
• Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility: provides monthly financial assistance and supplemental nutrition assistance Program (formerly food stamps) assistance to eligible applicants and determines eligibility applicants and determines eligibility for medical benefits from the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). eMail or Call Linda Hamman at 602-542-5071.
• Division of Child Support Enforcement:  provides services to anyone who needs child support related help (legal, medical support orders, enforcing support orders, collecting and processing support payments. eMail or call Majorie Cook at 602-771-6302
• Division of Children, Youth and Families:  works to ensure that children live in permanent, sage living environments.   eMail or call Tammy White at 602-364-0778.
• Division of Developmental Disabilities: supports the choices of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by providing services and supports consistent with their choices.  eMail or call Kim Simmons at 602-542-6822.
• Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services:  provides services to maximize the employability of residents throughout the State.  Services include childcare, job matching services, unemployment insurance and job training assistant for eligible persons, including persons who are blind or have other disabilities.  eMail or call Carmen Arias at 602--542-2266.
• Volunteer Services Office:  Would like to spend some time helping families in need?  eMail or call Joanna Samora at 602-542-3382.

Employment/Job Support Ministry

Refer to this webpage for information about our parish's employment support ministry and for job opening and job resource information.  

Family Promise of Greater Phoenix

This organization provides emergency shelter services to homeless families that demonstrate a desire to become self-sufficient.  Only families with children, and are dedicated to keeping the family together are accepted.  There is zero tolerance for substance abuse or violence and accept into our program only parents able to work in the U.S.  The Center in Scottsdale provides a safe place for children to play and nap during the day while families receive essential services such as case management, counseling, training and assistance with job and housing resources.  Showers, laundry facilities, phone, fax, computers and locker storage units for family belongings are provided.  Faith communities of all denominations provide three meals a day, a safe and private sleeping space, and volunteers who create a compassionate "home away from home" atmosphere.  See website, eMail or call 480-659-5227.

Family Resource Center

Supports Strong families and safe kids- see website, eMail or call 480-834-9424.

Foundation for Senior Living In-Home Services

FSL provides personalized care and assistance allowing you to remain independently in your home: nursing and therapy visits, personal care assistance, companionship and respite, housekeeping and chores, social services and house safety modifications.  See website or call 602-285-1800.

Food Stamps

To get Food stamps you must fill out Food Stamp application and complete interview.  Applications are available through local Food Stamp Office, in person or by mail or download from website.  Need help to apply for food stamps?  Contact Arizona Community Action Association at 602-604-0640. Other contacts:  Arizona Food Stamp Information Hot line:  1-800-352-8401; National Food Stamp Hot line: 1-800-221-5689.

Military Family Support:

• Operation Family Support:  seeks to strengthen military families by coordinating services, educating the community about their needs and providing individualized supports to ensure the safety and well-being of the families who serve our country; See website, eMail or contact Carol Lopinski at 480-834-9424.
• Military OneSource: provides real help, anytime, anywhere, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Services are private and provided by the Department of Defense at no cost.  deployment resources for children and teenagers, relocating to a new community, looking for quality childcare, spouse employment, stress relief, help with home repairs or have special needs issue.  See website, or call 1-800-342-9467.

St. Vincent de Paul

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor and providing others with the opportunity to serve. The Phoenix Diocesan Council has been assisting central and northern Arizona families since 1946. Programs include services for the homeless, medical and dental care for the working poor, charity dining rooms, thrift stores, a transitional housing shelter and general assistance for individuals in need. The Community of the Blessed Sacrament St. Vincent de Paul Conference parish volunteers support the needs of the poor within our greater parish-wide area. See website. If you have an immediate need call 480-948-8370 X266 to leave a message, and a volunteer will return your call.

Youth and Family Services

City of Scottsdale offers a range of programs and services for Scottsdale children, teens and family members; juvinile diversion program, teem employment program, outreach services, early childhood resources, City's mayor's youth council and youth workshops that address job skills, money management, life skills and study skills.  See website, eMail or call 480-213-7922 for more information.

If you have comments or suggestions for additional resources - eMail or call Parish Manager, Dr. Honora Norton, as 480-948-8370, X223.

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