Next Steps

Find a Public Housing Authority:

• There are public housing authorities (PHAs) throughout Arizona.
• The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Southwest Office of Native American Programs (SWONAP) ensures that safe, decent, and affordable housing is available to Native American families. For contact information for tribal housing authorities in the Southwest, click here (PDF).

Find an Individual Development Account (IDA) program:

• Prosperity Now offers resources and information on IDAs, including a national directory of IDA programs.
• The Assets for Independence Resource Center also has a national directory of IDA programs.

Note: There aren't as many IDA programs as there used to be. Some are still active, but it can take a bit of effort to find one that is accepting applications.

If you are having trouble paying your mortgage, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers resources that can help:

• Search for a housing counseling agency near you or call HUD's Counseling & Agency Locator Line at 1-800-569-4287.
• Search for a foreclouse avoidance counselor.

The Access for Independence (AFI) Resource Center lists local agencies and community-based groups in Arizona who can help you learn more about homeownership programs.

You can find a real estate agent through the Arizona Association of Realtors.

If you're currently on SSI, SSDI, or CDB benefits, and you're looking for a job, you should qualify for free benefits consulting services. Trained Work Incentive Counsultants at Benefits 2 Work Arizona can help you understand Social Security work incentives, disability benefit programs, and how they are impacted by work. Their goal is to help you avoid complications while developing a sustainable financial plan for your future.

You can contact Benefits 2 Work Arizona at 1-866-304-WORK (9675) toll-free to find a Work Incentive Consultant serving your community.