Arizona State Assistance For Single Mothers

Help For Single Moms In Arizona

No matter what your situation, raising kids on your own is a challenge. Whether you are new to the life of a single mom or are a seasoned veteran, sometimes you need a little assistance. These resources will help you find the programs available in the state of Arizona.

Childcare – The DES (Department of Economic Security offers childcare assistance to parents who are getting a degree or GED, are actively employed, or are fulfilling other eligible training requirements and cannot afford to pay for childcare for their kids. For more information visit this link (https://www.azdes.gov/) or call 1-800-308-9000. If you do not qualify for the DES program, consider swapping childcare services with another single mom or finding affordable childcare through a home daycare or church setting.

Healthcare – Ensuring that your children are healthy is your primary concern as a parent, and the state of Arizona offers help if you cannot get private healthcare for your kids. Arizona’s KidsCare program is available to kids from low-income families in Arizona. It provides coverage for dental care, medical care, eye care, and emergency care. To see if you qualify, visit http://www.azahcccs.gov/. If you also need health insurance for yourself, check out Arizona’s Medicaid program, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), to see if you qualify.

Food and Supplies – A healthy, balanced diet is essential for your children to grow and thrive. Arizona’s WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program offers parents of children younger than five food vouchers to buy healthy foods like milk, bread and cheese. Find out if you qualify at http://www.azwic.gov/. The DES offers the Nutrition Assistance Program to low-income families. Food pantries and banks are another option for low-cost food and pantry supplies.

Transportation – Take advantage of the Arizona Transit Association’s many public transportation options if you are struggling to find a way to get to and from your job.

Rent Assistance – Arizona offers two options for moms looking for help to provide housing for their families. The first is the Arizona HUD Subsidized Apartment Program, which helps pay some of the rent for families who live in subsidized apartments. The other is the Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers Section 8 housing program, which helps low-income families with their hosing needs in these cities: http://www.hud.gov/.

Educational Grants – If you find that you have reached a ceiling in your current employment situation, finishing or starting your degree may be the answer. To get help paying for school, file the FAFSA to search for federal aid. Then consider state aid programs. To find out about the ones you may qualify for, talk to the financial aid department at your chosen school. Also be sure to research school scholarships for more financial assistance options.