Domestic Violence Resources in Arizona

Last updated September 7, 2026

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For confidential crisis support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) is available 24/7 in multiple languages and can connect you with local Arizona shelters, safety planning help, and advocacy services. You can also text START to 88788 or chat at thehotline.org if calling feels unsafe.

Arizona survivors often need help beyond safety planning — including emergency shelter, legal protection orders, food, healthcare, and stable housing. Many of these needs can be addressed through programs already available to Arizona residents. Calling 2-1-1 Arizona (dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211) is one of the fastest ways to find vetted local resources, including domestic violence shelters and transitional housing programs in your county.

Navigating these systems while in crisis is hard. Social workers, case managers, and domestic violence advocates can help you apply for benefits, access emergency funds, and build a longer-term safety plan. The programs listed below are real, statewide starting points — but your local domestic violence organization or a 2-1-1 specialist can help you find what's available in your specific community.

Key programs in Arizona

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Immediate crisis support, safety planning, and referrals to local Arizona shelters, legal advocates, and counseling services. Available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and other languages.

How to access: Call 1-800-799-7233 (TTY: 1-800-787-3224), text START to 88788, or chat at thehotline.org. All contacts are confidential.

2-1-1 Arizona

A statewide helpline that connects callers to local domestic violence shelters, transitional housing, emergency food, transportation, childcare, legal aid, and other community services across all Arizona counties.

How to access: Dial 2-1-1 from any phone (available 24/7), text your zip code to 898-211, or search online at 211arizona.org. Interpreters are available.

Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) — SNAP, Cash Assistance & Medicaid

Survivors may qualify for SNAP (food assistance), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistance, and AHCCCS (Arizona's Medicaid program) for healthcare. DES has special provisions for domestic violence survivors in some eligibility processes.

How to access: Apply online at healthearizonaplus.gov or visit a local DES office. Call 1-855-HEA-PLUS (1-855-432-7587). A domestic violence advocate can help you apply if safety is a concern.

WIC (Women, Infants & Children) — Arizona

Provides nutritious food, breastfeeding support, and health referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, and children under age 5. Particularly important for survivors who have fled with young children.

How to access: Contact the Arizona WIC Program through the Arizona Department of Health Services at 1-800-252-5942 or find a local WIC clinic at azdhs.gov/wic. Income-based eligibility applies.

HUD-Funded Emergency and Transitional Housing (via Continuum of Care)

HUD funds a network of emergency shelters, transitional housing, and rapid rehousing programs for survivors of domestic violence across Arizona through local Continuum of Care (CoC) networks. These programs can help survivors move from a shelter into stable, affordable housing.

How to access: Call 2-1-1 Arizona to be connected to the CoC or domestic violence housing program in your region. You can also find local CoC contacts through HUD's resource locator at hud.gov or ask a domestic violence advocate to help with a referral.

Domestic Violence Resources resources for Arizona

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Nationwide

24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and local referrals for those affected by relationship abuse.

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StrongHearts Native Helpline

Nationwide

Culturally appropriate domestic and sexual violence support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives.

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loveisrespect

Nationwide

Support for young people to prevent and end dating abuse. Call, text (LOVEIS to 22522), or chat.

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