Maricopa Community Colleges has provided a list of resources to help safeguard your personal safety (crisis services, disease testing, domestic violence, and suicide prevention) during a time of need. The resources on this page are updated on a regular basis.
Crisis Services
Crisis Response Network
A non-profit crisis care service organization dedicated to helping individuals through inspiration and empowering transformation from home to health through a series of crisis services.
Short Term Crisis Services
Department of Economic Security (DES)
The Short Term Crisis Services (STCS) Program provides assistance to families facing an emergency that cannot be met immediately with their income. To learn more, visit https://des.az.gov/services/basic-needs/shelter-housing/short-term-crisis-services
Disease Testing
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing Information and Locations
Maricopa County COVID-19 Resources
Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) COVID-19 Testing Sites
Includes current information about testing sites, hours of operation, and pre-registration. Additional sites and dates are frequently being added and updated.
Influenza (Flu) Information
Flu Shot Clinics
CDC Flu Season 2020-2021 FAQ's
Medical Assistance/Medicaid
Department of Economic Security (DES)
The Department of Economic Security (DES) Family Assistance Administration determines eligibility for Medicaid services in Arizona, which are then administered by AHCCCS. To learn more, visit https://des.az.gov/services/basic-needs/apply-medical-assistance-ahcccs-health-insurance or call 855-432-7587.
Domestic Violence
Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence
The Sexual and Domestic Violence Helpline and Chat provides information and helps answer questions relating to sexual and domestic violence services in Arizona, including the legal system, your legal rights, resource and referral, and safety planning.
Department of Economic Security
Department of Economic Security (DES) partners with community organizations to provide services and shelter to domestic violence survivors around the state. To learn more, visit https://des.az.gov/
Mental Health Hotlines
Maricopa County Crisis Line | 602-222-9444
Pinal County Crisis Line | 1-866-495-6735
Gila River/Ak-Chin Crisis Line | 1-800-259-3449
Salt River Pima Maricopa Crisis Line | 1-855-331-6432
DCS Child Abuse Hotline | 1-888-767-2445
Local Teen Hotline | 602-248-8336
Crisis Response Warm Line | 602-347-1100
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 1-800-273-8255 or Text HOME to 741741