AZ DES (Arizona Department of Economic Security) food stamp is a social food program, meant to help low income families to cater food insecurity and meet one of fundamental needs. Under this program eligible applicants receive Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to purchase nutritious food items from retail stores.
- AZ DES Food Stamps General Assistance: Call at 1-855-432-7587 , or at 602-542-9449 for questions about nutrition, cash and medical assistance.
- Arizona SNAP Hotline Service: Call at (1-855-777-8590 to seek help regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
- DES Customer Service: Call at 888-737-0259 between Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to seek assistance. Department of economic security assures all possible assistance regarding programs and plans.
AZ Des Food Stamp Replacement Card
Contact at 888-997-9333 for replacement of Food Stamp Card.
AZ DES Food Stamps Phone Number
Check the below given established phone numbers, meant for different services. The department has separate helpline channels for different services.
- Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamps): Call at (855) 432-7587 to connect with a service agent. The Arizona department of economic security is committed to deliver all needed support regarding food stamp program.
- Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT Card) Replacement: Call at (888) 997-9333 for queries regarding application, renewal and replacement of food.
- DES Fraud Hotline: Call at (800) 251-2436 to file claims and concerns about frauds.
- Emergency Food Assistance: Contact at 1 (855) 432-7587 between Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to seek application and eligibility support for emergency food assistance.
- Local Arizona Helpline: Applicants calling from within Arizona only, can use 602-542-9449 to reach the customer service support.
AZ Des Food Stamps Application Support
The service department provides all needed support for application process. But, before applying fro the food programs, let's check the eligibility and documents required for the Arizona Food Stamps program.
AZ Des Income Limits for Food Stamp:
All members falling under the low-income group are eligible for the food stamp program. The income eligibility is mentioned as under:
1. $1,074 per month for an individual.
2. $1,452 per month for a couple.
3. $378 for each additional household member.
What are the Documents Required for AZ Des Food Stamps?
Applicants may require one or more documents from the below mentioned items to apply or renew the Food stamp benefits.
- Proof of citizenship and social security number.
- Proof of relationship and birth certificates.
- Name, address & daytime phone number.
- Bank or credit union account number.
- Proof of employment or income certificate.
- Proof of rent/mortgage and utility bills.
- Disability certificate and Student cards.
How to Apply for AZ Des Food Stamps?
Arizona department of economic security has established multiple means to assist applicants to apply for the food benefits. Use the below means to apply.
- Apply for Nutrition Program Online: The department has well established virtual center that allows to apply online. Visit the Health-e-Arizona to complete the online process. For queries regarding online application, call at 1-855-432-7587 Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Mail or Fax Application: Applicants can send a complete application via mail or fax at 1-855-432-7587
- Apply in Person: The food stamp offices are located across Arizona to receive in person applications. Find local office to submit an application for food benefits.
AZ Food Stamp Distribution Schedule
AZ Food Stamp benefits are distributed among the eligible applicants from 1st to the 13th of every month. The benefits are distributed according the first letter of applicant’s last name. Refer the below table for details food distribution schedule.
| Last name's first letter | Benefits Available |
|---|
| A or B | 1st of the month |
| C or D | 2nd of the month |
| E or F | 3rd of the month |
| G or H | 4th of the month |
| I or J | 5th of the month |
| K or L | 6th of the month |
| M or N | 7th of the month |
| O or P | 8th of the month |
| Q or R | 9th of the month |
| S or T | 10th of the month |
| U or V | 11th of the month |
| W or X | 12th of the month |
| Y or Z | 13th of the month |
AZ Des SNAP Benefits
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is meant for individuals and families who meet the income eligibility criteria. The food benefits are provided through an Electronic Benefits Transfer card (EBT). Applicants can use the ebt card to purchase nutritious food items from the designated retail food stores. The benefits are provided according to family size and net income. Beside the low income families, the food benefits are available for individuals above 60 years of age or older.
homeless people are also eligible to receive food benefits.
Support Service: Call at
1-800-342-3009 to seek support about the food card or dial
(888) 997-9333 for common queries and questions regarding the benefits.
AZ Des Food Stamps Office Locations and Contact
Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamps) Phoenix AZ
2455 S 7th St Phoenix AZ 85034-6517
(855) 432-7587
Regular Office Hours: Mon to SAT: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phoenix AZ 4635 S Central Ave Phoenix AZ 85040-2148
(855) 432-7587 Indian School Rd 4522 W Indian School Rd Phoenix AZ 85031-2800
(855) 432-7587 Washington St Bldg 5324 E Washington St Bldg A / 5328 E Washington St Bldg C Phoenix AZ 85034
(855) 432-7587 Dr Glendale AZ 6010 N 57th Dr Glendale AZ 85301-7700
(855) 432-7587 W Olive Ave 4324 W Olive Ave Glendale AZ 85302-382
(855) 432-7587 AZ Des Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamps) Tuscon AZ
Ft Lowell 316 W Ft Lowell Rd Tucson AZ 85705-3816
(855) 432-7587 S Park Ave 4760 S Park Ave Tucson AZ 85714
(855) 432-7587 S Alvernon Way 1455 S Alvernon Way Tucson AZ 85711-5603
(855) 432-7587 W Ina Road 2255 W Ina Road Tucson AZ 85741
(855) 432-7587 AZ Des Nutrition Assistance (Food Stamps) Tampe AZ
5324 E Washington St Bldg A / 5328 E Washington St Bldg C Phoenix AZ 85034
(855) 432-7587 St Phoenix AZ 2455 S 7th St Phoenix AZ 85034-6517
(855) 432-7587 Central Ave Phoenix 4635 S Central Ave Phoenix AZ 85040-2148
(855) 432-7587 Chandler AZ 125 E Elliot Rd Chandler AZ 85225
(855) 432-7587 Flagstaff Office1701 N 4th Street Flagstaff AZ 86004
(855) 432-7587 Sedona Office
Cherry St Cottonwood 1500 E Cherry St Cottonwood AZ 86326-3484
(855) 432-7587 Sedona Office Location1701 N 4th Street Flagstaff AZ 8600
(855) 432-7587