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Jackson heat respite: seasonal closure
City of Phoenix
Seasonal heat-respite center at 20 W. Jackson. The City’s October 1, 2026 update reports closure for the season at 9 a.m.; this record does not establish reopening.
Who it serves: Current eligibility is not established. Check with the provider.
Research notes and sources Source checked Oct 1, 2026
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Source 988 Lifeline
A national crisis-support contact. This is not shelter intake.
Who it serves: Crisis support is available to everyone.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source A New Leaf
Help navigating protective orders and harassment injunctions. Ask what advocacy is available for the case.
Who it serves: Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking needing court advocacy.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source Ability360
Home-accessibility modifications such as ramps, grab bars and doorway changes for qualifying residents.
Who it serves: Maricopa County residents with disabilities and/or seniors needing safety or accessibility modifications; low-to-moderate income and funding-specific qualifications apply.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source Ability360
Counseling on disability benefits and working.
Who it serves: People receiving SSI or SSDI who are considering employment; individual review applies.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source Ability360
Navigation for returning from institutional care to community living.
Who it serves: People newly injured or diagnosed in hospitals/rehabilitation, or living in nursing/long-term-care facilities seeking community transition.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source Ability360
Peer connections supporting independent-living goals.
Who it serves: Adults 18 or older with a disability and an independent-living goal must enroll in Ability360 services.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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Source Ability360
Individualized skills support for people with disabilities seeking greater independence in everyday life.
Who it serves: People with disabilities may ask about independent-living goals and available skills support; staff determine program fit.
Research notes and sources Source checked Sep 26, 2026
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