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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Resources
Updated July 20,2022
| Topic | Description | Website / Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vaccine Navigators | Medicaid members who need assistance scheduling a COVID-19 vaccine appointment, as well as transportation to and from that appointment can call 1-844-542-8201, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week for assistance. | 1-844-542-8201 |
| COVID-19 Vaccine Registration | Registration is available for the vaccination site at State Farm Stadium and several other sites throughout the state. Tip: You can use the patient portal at podvaccine.azdhs.gov to make an appointment for a relative in a prioritized group, such as someone 75 and older. Those without computer access or needing extra help registering can call 1-844-542-8201 to be connected with someone who can assist. | COVID-19 Vaccine Registration 1-844-542-8201 |
| COVID-19 Vaccine Sites | Information about all vaccine sites across Arizona. | COVID-19 Vaccine Sites |
| COVID-19 Vaccine for Veterans | Phoenix VA is open to make appointments for ANY AGE Phoenix VA-enrolled Veteran. | COVID-19 Vaccine for Veterans 1-602-604-3915 1-800-554-7174 |
| COVID-19 Testing Locations in Arizona | All testing locations in Arizona | COVID-19 Testing in Arizona |
| COVID-19 Testing Locations Across the United States | All testing locations in all states | COVID-19 Testing All States |
| Free Masks for Vulnerable Population | Free masks are available through the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) to those who meet the criteria or not able to purchase a mask | Free Masks |
| Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) COVID-19 Web Page | AHCCCS webpage dedicated to the COVID-19 outbreak. Includes COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), along with the 24 Hour Nurse Advice Line | AHCCCS COVID-19 |
| Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) COVID-19 FAQs | COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | AHCCCS COVID-19 FAQs |
| Connect Arizona | Connect Arizona provides an interactive map of locations where individuals can use free Wi-Fi. The locations on this map represent free public Wi-Fi hotspots at public libraries, schools, businesses, and other sites. Some sites may offer indoor public access during business hours, others provide access in the parking lot only. Each hotspot will have its own security protocol. Some networks may have Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) safe security installed. | Connect Arizona |
| COVID-19 Affordable Connectivity Program | The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program to help households struggling to pay for internet service during the pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, and virtual classrooms. The Affordable Connectivity Program will provide a discount of up to $30 per month towards broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute $10-$50 toward the purchase price. The Affordable Connectivity Program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household. | Broadband Benefit ACP (English) ACP (Spanish) |
| COVID-19 Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention Programs | List of rental assistance and eviction prevention programs in Arizona | Rental Assistance |
| COVID-19-Related Deaths Funeral Costs | In early April, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. | FEMA Funeral Assistance Pending toll-free phone number |
| COVID-19 Utility Assistance Information | In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, various cities and companies suspended utility shut-offs in an effort to help struggling residents. Now, as shut-offs are beginning to resume, residents are being encouraged to seek financial assistance or work with their utility company to develop a payment plan if they are unable to pay their bills. | Utility Assistance in Arizona (English) Utility Assistance in Arizona (Spanish) |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | Contains current information and resources regarding COVID-19. The site is robust with health information on symptoms, vulnerable populations and treatment. The site also includes community resources for travel, school and childcare facilities, businesses and faith based organizations | CDC COVID-19 |
| Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) | Contains up to date information and resources regarding COVID-19 prevention methods, symptoms and treatment | ADHS - COVID-19 |
| COVID Coach for Veterans | COVID Coach is a free app developed by the VA to help veterans maintain their mental health during the pandemic but it can be used by anyone. | COVID Coach |
| Arizona Poison Control System | The hotline is available to answer questions about COVID-19 from Arizona providers (for testing and patient guidance) and the general public (for testing, isolation, and quarantine guidance). | 1-844-542-8201 |
| Arizona Together | This is a newly create website from the Governor's Office to ensure Arizonans have access to the resources they need as we work to get our state through the COVID-19 outbreak. | Arizona Together |
| Arizona Public School Districts | Each school district has their own website with up to date information on the district's response to COVID-19. Includes information on school closures, food and nutrition program sites and schedules, medication pick-up and educational resources | Arizona Public School Districts |
| Arizona Commerce Authority | The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA is overseen by a public-private sector board composed of Arizona leaders in business and policy. The board is overseen by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey. ACA has resource information on tools to access broadband at home to include, but not limited to: locating service providers, carrier special offers, eligibility for a low-cost plan, locate public wireless internet hotspots and instructions on using the cellphone a Wi-Fi hotspot. | Broadband Resources for Families |
| National Council | The National Council is a 501(c)(3) association that advocates for policies that ensure people who have mental health and substance use disorders have access to comprehensive, evidence-based health care services. | Best Practices for Telehealth COVID-19 Telehealth Program |
| Contexture – COVID-19 Information/td> | In collaboration with the AHCCCS Complete Care (Medicaid) Health Plans, Health Current is pleased to host this page as a centralized resource for COVID-19 related issues impacting the Arizona Medicaid provider community. | Contexture Covid-19 Information Center |