Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office
Human Services in Phoenix, Arizona. Arizona's state human-services agency, headquartered in Phoenix. DES administers Family Assistance benefits (SNAP food, TANF cash, child-care subsidy), Adult Protective Services, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Developmental Disabilities and Child Support programs. The central office handles agency-level questions; to apply for food, cash, or medical be
Phone: 602-542-5678
Address: 1717 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona, 85007
Website: https://des.az.gov
Good to know: Main line 602-542-5678 (Office of the Director 602-542-5757), address 1717 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix AZ 85007 verified from des.az.gov on 2026-06-01. No benefits delivered at this address — use a local DES office or Health-e-Arizona Plus.
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Frequently asked questions about Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office
How do I contact Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office?
You can call Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office at 602-542-5678 or visit 1717 W. Jefferson Street in Phoenix, Arizona. Their website is https://des.az.gov.
What services does Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office offer?
Arizona's state human-services agency, headquartered in Phoenix. DES administers Family Assistance benefits (SNAP food, TANF cash, child-care subsidy), Adult Protective Services, the Division of Aging and Adult Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Developmental Disabilities and Child Support programs. The central office handles agency-level questions; to apply for food, cash, or medical benefits use Health-e-Arizona Plus at 1-855-432-7587.
Are services at Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office free or low-cost?
Many community human services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office at 602-542-5678 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office offer services in other languages?
Call Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) - Central Office at 602-542-5678 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.