DES

In 1972, The Department of Economic Security (DES) was established by consolidating multiple state agencies to provide an integrated approach to human services... Today, DES invests approximately $4 billion annually to assist more than 2.9 million Arizonans. Our staff of more than 8,000 team members strive daily to provide timely, accurate and beneficial services to assist those in need... DES works with community partners statewide to administer programs and services to expand its reach to vulnerable populations. The Division of Aging and Adult Services contracts with dozens of organizations to provide homeless and domestic violence shelter services, resources for older adults, hunger relief through the state's regional food banks, and other community action programs and services. The Office of Community Engagement collaborates with other community partners that provide similar services to the same populations to provide a comprehensive network of support to Arizonans. This..

Primary location: Phoenix United States