South Tucson

Local offices in South Tucson

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing authority · City office

  South Tucson Housing Authority

  1713 S 3rd Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713

  Help here

  • Public housingThe authority offers low-rent apartments for eligible households; its waiting list is currently closed.
  • Housing Choice VoucherThe authority offers Section 8 vouchers for eligible households; its waiting list is currently closed.
  Call 520-623-8481DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on southtucsonaz.gov

• Local office · City office

  South Tucson City Hall

  1601 S 6th Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact the city for help with local services, public records, and city questions.
  Call 520-792-2424DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on southtucsonaz.gov

• Library · County office

  Sam Lena-South Tucson Library

  1607 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its other library services.
  Call 520-594-5265DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on library.pima.gov

City of South Tucson website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve South Tucson

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Pima County

South Tucson is in Pima County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Pima County WIC Program

  4500 N Old Romero Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children healthy foods and nutrition support.
  Call 520-724-9545DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov

• Human services · County office

  Pima County Community Assistance Division

  801 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85745

  Help here

  • Emergency basic needs assistanceEligible residents can ask about help with rent, utilities, food, and other urgent needs.Apply online
  Call 520-724-2460DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov

• Community action · County office

  Pima County Community Action Agency

  801 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85745

  Help here

  • Rent, mortgage, and utility assistanceEligible households can ask about help with rent, mortgage payments, or utility bills when funds are available.
  Call 520-724-2667DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Pima County Office of Housing Opportunities and Homeless Solutions

  Help here

  • Homelessness support and referralsResidents at risk of or experiencing homelessness can call for information about county shelter and housing support.
  Call 520-724-7300Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov

• Public health · County office

  Pima County Health Department

  3950 S Country Club Rd, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85714

  Help here

  • Public health clinicsCounty clinics provide immunizations, wellness checks, sexual health services, and referrals.
  Call 520-724-7770DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Pima County Superior Court Law Library and Resource Center

  110 W Congress St, Room 256, Tucson, AZ 85701

  Help here

  • Legal information and self-help resourcesResidents can use legal information, court forms, and self-help resources for representing themselves.
  Call 520-724-8456DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sc.pima.gov

Everything in Pima County

Arizona programs by kind of help

These are run by Arizona and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026