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Find information about health, wellness and counseling at My AZ Health and Wellness and the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Abuse & Safety

Health & Wellness

 

Life-Threatening Emergency; Immediate Medical Help

If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.

The 9-1-1 Operator can send the police, fire department or an ambulance to assist you. 9-1-1 calls are answered by personnel trained to handle crisis situations and emergencies.

 

Suicide

If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.

The following organizations provide services (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) for people who are thinking about committing suicide and are in need of emergency or support services:

  • National Hopeline Network 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-784-2433
  • Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Lines:
    • Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo & Yavapai Counties: Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health - 1-800-640-2123
    • Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties: Community Partnerships of Southern Arizona - 1-800-586-9161 or 1-800-771-9889
    • Gila, Pinal, La Paz, and Yuma Counties: Cenpatico - 1-866-495-6738
    • Maricopa County: Magellan Health Services (formerly ValueOptions) - 602-222-9444 or (800) 564-5465

Other Helpful Information:

  • The Department of Health Services publishes a List of Behavioral Health Facilities in Arizona.

 

Domestic Violence

If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 provides help to people in a domestic violence situation. Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence has a Legal Advocacy Hotline (available during business hours) at 1-800-782-6400.

Other Helpful Information:

  • Breaking the Cycle, created by the Governor's Office, is a domestic violence resource guide with local information for individuals and families throughout Arizona.
  • Maricopa County Hotline: COmmunity Network for Accessing Shelter (CONTACS) - 70 shelters - 602-263-8900 or 1-800-799-7739

 

Abuse/Neglect (Infant, Child or Teenager)

If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.

Child Protective Services (CPS) provides information on the safety and protection of infants, children and teenagers who may be victims of abuse or neglect. To report abuse/neglect, call the CPS hotline at 1-888-SOS-CHILD or 1-888-767-2445. There is no cost for these services and citizenship is not a requirement.

Other Helpful Information:

  • Breaking the Cycle, created by the Governor's Office, is a domestic violence resource guide with local information for individuals and families throughout Arizona.

 

Abuse/Neglect (Adult or Senior Citizen)

If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.

Adult Protective Services (APS) provides services to vulnerable and/or incapacitated adults based on a report of abuse, neglect or exploitation. For information, contact the APS hotline (toll free) at 1-877-SOS-ADULT or 1-877-767-2385. These services also cover adults living in nursing homes or other care facilities. There is no cost for these services and citizenship is not a requirement.

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Other Helpful Information:

  • For information on services for senior citizens in different regions of the State, see Aging and Adult Administration Regional Service Directory
  • In cases of sexual abuse, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) (24 hours day; 7 days/week) for confidential help at 1-800-656-HOPE or 1-800-656-4673.
  • Breaking the Cycle, created by the Governor's Office, is a domestic violence resource guide with local information for individuals and families throughout Arizona
  • For a complaint form and information about nursing homes and other assisted living facilities, contact the Department of Health Services - Office of Assisted Living Licensing.

 

Mental/Behavioral Health

If You (or Someone You Know) is in a Life-Threatening situation, Immediately Call 911.

The Department of Health Services publishes a List of Behavioral Health Facilities in Arizona.

The following Regional Behavioral Health organizations provide services (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) for people in need of mental/behavioral health counseling and support:

  • Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo & Yavapai Counties:
    Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health - (800) 640-2123
  • Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties:
    Community Partnership of Southern Arizona - (800) 771-9889
  • Gila, Pinal, La Paz, and Yuma Counties: Cenpatico - (866) 495-6738.
  • Maricopa County: Magellan Health Services(formerly ValueOptions) - 602-222-9444 or (800) 564-5465

 

Substance Abuse

If You (or Someone You Know) is in a Life-Threatening Situation, Immediately Call 911.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides resources for treatment and recovery from drug or alcohol problems through the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The Center provides a Facility Locator to enable you to find treatment facilities near you.

The Arizona Governor's Division for Substance Abuse Policy provides valuable links to government and community resources for drug and alcohol abuse prevention and treatment.

Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Organizations can also assist you to find drug or alcohol treatment programs:

  • In Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo & Yavapai Counties:
    Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health - (800) 640-2123
  • In Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties:
    Community Partnerships of Southern Arizona - (800) 586-9161; (800) 959-1063
    (Pima County only)
  • In Gila, Pinal, La Paz, and Yuma Counties: Cenpatico - (866) 495-6735
  • In Maricopa County: Magellan Health Services - (formerly ValueOptions) - 602-222-9444 or (800) 564-5465
  • Additional information on substance abuse treatment and prevention is available through SAMHSA's Center for Substance Abuse Treatment and Center for Substance Abuse Prevention.

 

Counseling

Please contact your health care plan provider or private insurer to get information about counseling services available in your area. Regional Behavioral Health Authorities can also provide you with information about counseling services in your area:

  • Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo & Yavapai Counties:
    Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health - (800) 640-2123
  • Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties:
    Community Partnerships of Southern Arizona - (800) 586-9161; (800) 771-9889
  • Gila, Pinal, La Paz, and Yuma Counties: Cenpatico - (866) 495-6735
  • Maricopa County: Magellan Health Services (formerly ValueOptions) - 602-222-9444 or (800) 564-5465

Other Helpful Information:

  • You can obtain a list of psychiatrists through Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners.

 

Marriage or Family Issues

If You (or Someone You Know) is in a Life-Threatening situation, Immediately Call 911.

The Arizona Department of Economic Security, Marriage and Communication Skills Commission provides a List of Providers around the State to assist Arizonans in developing healthy marriages.

Other Helpful Information:

  • The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families sponsors the Healthy Marriage Initiative, which provides information on the importance of happy marriages, benefits of a happy marriage, and education for those interested in a maintaining a happy marriage.
  • For families in need of mental health or family counseling, please contact your health care plan provider, private insurer or Regional Behavioral Health Authority in your area:
    • Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health - (800) 640-2123 (Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo & Yavapai Counties)
    • Community Partnerships of Southern Arizona - (800) 586-9161; (800) 959-1063 (Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima & Santa Cruz Counties)
    • Cenpatico - (866) 495-6735 (Gila, Pinal, La Paz, and Yuma Counties)
  • Breaking the Cycle, created by the Governor's Office, is a domestic violence resource guide with local information for individuals and families throughout Arizona

 

Parenting Skills

The Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) Promoting Safe and Stable Families Program at 602-542-3981 provides free parenting skills training to families with at least one child under 18 years of age living at home.

Other Helpful Information:

  • The DES Office of Prevention & Family Support publishes a List of Community Providers in Arizona that can help you locate services, including parent skills training, parent self help groups, child abuse prevention, etc.

 

Nutrition Education

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Nutrition Services at 602-542-1886 provides information about nutrition programs in Arizona. ADHS's Arizona Nutrition Network has recipes, child nutrition fact sheets and links to many nutrition resources.

Other Helpful Information:

  • The Arizona Food Bank Association at 1-800-445-1914 maintains a food provider directory for people who need nutritious food immediately.
    Arizona Self Help allows individuals to Pre-Screen for eligibility for food stamps and other programs.