Member-Shared Resources
Lived Experience Leadership Academy (LELA)
Lived Experience Leadership Academy (LELA)
LELA IS UNIQUE FROM SIMILAR LEADERSHIP
ACADEMIES IN THAT IT BUILDS THE CAPACITY OF
INDIVIDUALS WITH MEDICAID
(AHCCCS/KIDSCARE) AND LIVED EXPERIENCE TO
USE THEIR VOICES TO INFLUENCE POLICY MAKERS
IN DECISIONS THAT IMPACT THEIR HEALTHCARE.
THIS ACADEMY WILL EDUCATE PARTICIPANTS ON
THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, EMPOWER THEM TO
USE THEIR VOICES, AND PROVIDE THE TOOLS TO
IMPACT POLICY!
PARTICIPATION WILL INCLUDE ONE SESSION EACH
MONTH, 2 HOURS IN LENGTH, FROM NOVEMBER
2023 THROUGH APRIL 2024.
JOIN US AS WE MAKE AN IMPACT!
SEE FLYER FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION.
Return of AHCCCS Renewals
Renewal Resources
AHCCCS, Arizona’s Medicaid agency and the state’s largest insurer, is in the process of having all AHCCCS-insured Arizonans renew their eligibility beginning April 1, 2023. This could potentially result in hundreds of thousands of Arizonans potentially losing coverage. This is because for the last three years, the program has allowed continues enrollment (no need to renew) in response to the federal pandemic emergency.
With this renewal requirement now back in place, many may no longer qualify or could be dropped from coverage if they do not renew.
It is critical members update their contact information. This can be done via the web at www.healthearizonaplus.gov or via phone by calling Health-e-Arizona at 1-855-432-7587, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Members can also sign up for text/email notifications at the Health-e-Arizona website.
No-cost help is also available for families to work through this process at 1-800-377-3536 or at http://coveraz.org/connector. Bilingual assistors are available.
There are a variety of resources gathered by Cover Arizona to help your organization support families.
Guidance on medical assistance renewals from the Arizona Department of Economic Security.
Guidance on medical assistance renewals from the Arizona Department of Economic Security.
AHCCCS also has a resource page available.
Affordable Connectivity Program
Affordable Connectivity Program
MFSA Listening Session on ARPA Funds Report
MFSA Listening Session on ARPA Funds Report
This report details the feedback provided by MFSA members to Arizona Town Hall during a listening session on how best to utilize American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
COVID-19 Resources
Arizona Department of Health Services
Child Tax Credit Information
Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Resources
Link to emergency rent assistance agencies throughout the state.
Wildfire provides access to a variety of assistance programs including but not limited energy assistance, SNAP (often referred to as food stamps) and access to assistance in preparing tax returns.
Apply at the Affordable Care Act Marketplace & Find Assistance
Find assistance in applying for the ACA, AHCCCS, KidsCare and more.
Filing for Unemployment Insurance
A step-by-step guide on the application process and what information is needed.
Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB)
The Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible households can enroll in the EBB program to receive a monthly discount off the cost of broadband service from an approved provider.
Phoenix Public Library Hotspot Lending Program
Get WiFi at home with the Hotspot Lending Program. WiFi Hotspots are now available for check out.
Other Arizona Resource Lists
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Collective Impact for Child Safety and Well-Being Supporting Families COVID-19 Resource Guides
2-1-1 Community Resource Information
Pet Housing Help AZ
Pets are family, and Pet Housing Help AZ is committed to helping both our four- and two-legged friends who have been impacted by COVID-19. The top animal welfare organizations in the Valley have teamed up to provide information, resources and a community rehoming/temporary foster network for struggling pet owners impacted by the COVID-19 housing crisis. If you’re a pet owner in need or a pet lover who wants to assist those in need, we have solutions for you.
City of Phoenix Tenants Evictions Assistance Project (TEAP)
Thrive to Five Resources
Children's Action Alliance Resources for Immigrants & Their Families
Immigrant Worker Safety Net Fund
Help for hospitality workers
Information on Job Postings
ARIZONA@WORK staff can provide people with no-cost job assistance to help them get back to work.
Information on the Child Tax Credit
Child Tax Credit Resources
Video available in Spanish and Chinese.
Advance Child Tax Credit Payments in 2021
2021 Child Tax Credit and Advance Child Tax Credit Payments Frequently Asked Questions
Refer Your Child to AzEIP
Refer Your Child to AzEIP
Free ASQ Questionnaire (Ages and Stages Questionnaire)
ASQ Informational Flyer in English and Spanish
ASQ Informational Flyer in English and Spanish
Resource provided by Valley of the Sun United Way.
In addition, you can text MYASQ to 51555 for a free questionnaire and resources.
AZPBS Bright By Text Service
AZPBS Bright By Text Service
Arizona PBS Educational Outreach has launched a new free service that sends tips and resources promoting child development via text message.
Bright by Text is a free parent and caregiver messaging program for parents with children from age 0-5 years old. The service is designed to be relevant to today’s families, providing quality information and trusted resources to any caregiver, including hard-to-reach, low income families and informal caregivers.
The messages are comprised of research-based content from Bright by Three and other trusted providers, such as PBS Kids, PBS Parents, Vroom, Fred Rogers and Sesame Workshop.
