Glendale
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Local offices in Glendale
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Community Action Program
7677 W Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ 85303
Help here
- Crisis assistanceThe program may help eligible residents with urgent basic needs, including housing or utility costs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.gov
State office
Arizona Department of Economic Security Benefits Office
4324 W Olive Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85302
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsResidents can get in-person help with applications for state benefits, including food and cash assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on des.az.gov
Housing help · City office
Glendale Housing Authority
7677 W Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ 85303
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceEligible households can apply for public housing, housing choice vouchers, and project-based rental assistance when applications are open.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Utilities · City office
Water, Sewer and Trash Customer Service
5850 W Glendale Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, AZ 85301
Help here
- Utility accounts and billsResidents can start or stop water, sewer, trash, and recycling service and ask about bills or payment arrangements.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Courts and legal help · City office
Glendale City Court
Help here
- Municipal court servicesResidents can get information about city court cases, traffic citations, and court procedures.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Human services · City office
Glendale Family Advocacy Center
6830 N 57th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301
Help here
- Help for crime victims and familiesCrime victims and their families can get coordinated support while they navigate the justice system and work toward recovery.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Older adults · City office
Glendale Adult Center
Help here
- Programs for older adultsOlder adults can find activities, classes, and social programs at the center.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Local office · City office
GlendaleOne Customer Service
Help here
- City service requestsResidents can report a city service issue, ask a question, and check request updates online.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Human services · City office
Community Engagement Division
Help here
- Neighborhood supportResidents can get help connecting with city services and coordinating neighborhood projects.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County Glendale Location
GESD System of Care Center, Building E, 7677 W Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ 85303
Help here
- Job and workforce servicesJob seekers can get help finding work, building skills, and connecting with workforce programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on arizonaatwork.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
ARIZONA@WORK West Valley Career Center
4425 W Olive Avenue, Suite 190, Glendale, AZ 85302
Help here
- Job and workforce servicesJob seekers can get help with employment services, career planning, and workforce programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on arizonaatwork.com
Library · City office
Glendale Public Library System
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library collections, technology, information services, and community programs at library locations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Local office · City office
Glendale Transit Services
Help here
- Dial-A-Ride and accessible transitResidents can ask about Dial-A-Ride, accessible transportation, and other local transit services.
- Taxi subsidy for medical tripsEligible residents can ask about a taxi subsidy for recurring medical trips.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks and Recreation Department
Help here
- Recreation programs and fee helpResidents can register for recreation programs, and eligible youth may apply for scholarships that help pay program fees.Apply online
- Parks and recreation facilitiesResidents can find city parks, recreation centers, pools, trails, and facility information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on glendaleaz.com
City of Glendale, Arizona website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Glendale first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Urban Outreach Phoenix
0.7 miles from the center of Glendale7317 N 61st Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m.; doors open at 5:00 p.m.; fellowship meal after the service.
Who can come: Everyone is welcome.
Listed on urbanoutreachphoenix.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Hope for Hunger Food Bank
Phoenix Rescue Mission
1.2 miles from the center of Glendale5605 N 55th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 12 PM
- Tue8 AM to 12 PM
- Wed8 AM to 12 PM
- Thu8 AM to 12 PM
- Fri8 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People from the local area; the City lists Glendale and Peoria.
What to bring: Bring a photo ID. Each household may visit twice per month, at least three days apart.
Listed on phoenixrescuemission.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Hope for Hunger Food Bank
Phoenix Rescue Mission
1.2 miles from the center of Glendale5605 N. 55th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 12 PM
- Tue8 AM to 12 PM
- Wed8 AM to 12 PM
- Thu8 AM to 12 PM
- Fri8 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Walk-ins from the local area
What to bring: Bring photo ID. Food carts are issued per household. Households may visit twice per month, at least three days apart. People without a home address may receive weekly bags.
Listed on phoenixrescuemission.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Salvation Army Glendale Corps
The Salvation Army
1.4 miles from the center of Glendale6010 W Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM. Or until food lasts; 1 PM to 2 PM. Or until food lasts
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM. Or until food lasts; 1 PM to 2 PM. Or until food lasts
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM. Or until food lasts; 1 PM to 2 PM. Or until food lasts
Listed on glendaleaz.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
West Valley Community Food Pantry
1.4 miles from the center of Glendale7205 North 51st Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People in need; there are no address restrictions.
What to bring: Register once and bring an ID for each household member the first time.
Listed on westvalleycommunityfoodpantry.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Grateful Hearts Free Meals
Grateful Hearts
2.1 miles from the center of Glendale8066 N 49th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 11 AM. Take-home lunch and groceries
Listed on gccaz.edu, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Glendale
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
St. Mary's Food Bank
2831 N. 31st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Community Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
City of Glendale
Serves the City of Glendale only
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Maricopa County
Serves Maricopa County except the cities of Phoenix, Glendale and Mesa
234 N. Central Ave., 3rd Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Maricopa County
Glendale is in Maricopa County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Maricopa County WIC
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ready.maricopa.gov
Child support · County office
Maricopa County Clerk of Superior Court Child Support Service Window
201 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85003
Help here
- Child support case servicesThe service window helps people with child support forms, payment histories, and certain arrears calculations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov
Human services · County office
Maricopa County Human Services Department
Help here
- Help with basic needsThe department connects eligible residents with help for rent, utilities, food, home repairs, and other needs.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov
Community action · Regional office
Maricopa County Community Action Program Offices
Help here
- Community action assistanceLocal CAP offices help eligible residents apply for rent, utility, and other financial assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov
Housing help · County office
Housing Authority of Maricopa County
8910 N. 78th Ave., Building D, Peoria, AZ 85345
Help here
- Affordable housingThe authority offers affordable housing programs and rental assistance to eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopahousing.org
Public health · County office
Maricopa County Department of Public Health
1645 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix, AZ 85006
Help here
- Public health clinicsCounty clinics offer immunizations, testing, vital records, and other health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov
Arizona programs by kind of help
These are run by Arizona and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Arizona
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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