Payson

Local offices in Payson

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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Payson Senior Center

  514 W Main St, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Senior meals and activitiesGet information about meals, social activities, and wellness programs for older adults.
  • Senior transportationAsk about rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, and essential errands.
  Call 928-474-4876DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on paysonseniorcenter.org

• State office · State office

  Arizona Department of Economic Security, Payson Field Office

  218 E Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Benefits applicationsVisit the office for help with applications for state benefits.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on des.az.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Town of Payson Water Department

  303 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Water bills and serviceGet help with water bills, payments, and water service.
  Call 928-474-5242DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of Payson Hall

  303 N Beeline Hwy, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Town services and public recordsContact Town Hall for help finding town services or requesting public records.
  Call 928-474-5242DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  ARIZONA@WORK Northeastern Arizona, Payson

  216 E Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Job center servicesVisit the job center for help finding work and other workforce services.
  Call 928-468-9829DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on arizonaatwork.com

• State office · State office

  Arizona Motor Vehicle Division, Payson

  122 E Highway 260, Ste 122, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license and vehicle transactions; some services require an appointment.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Payson Public Library

  328 N McLane Rd, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit for library materials, reference help, and meeting room information.Read more
  Call 928-474-9260DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Payson Parks and Recreation

  1000 W Country Club Dr, Payson, AZ 85541

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and facilitiesFind town recreation programs, activities, and facility information.
  Call 928-472-5110DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Payson website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Payson

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

Offices for all of Gila County

Payson is in Gila County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Local office · Nonprofit

  2-1-1 Arizona

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall to find local help with housing, food, utility bills, health, work, and other needs.
  Call 877-211-8661Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211arizona.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Central Arizona Aging, Region V

  8969 W McCartney Road, Casa Grande, AZ 85194

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportOlder adults and adults with disabilities can ask about home and community services and care support.
  Call 520-836-2758DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on caaging.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Gila County Emergency Management

  5515 Apache Ave, Suite 400, Globe, AZ 85501

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and informationFind county emergency information and sign up for local alerts.
  Call 928-402-8811DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on readygila.com

• State office · State office

  Arizona MVD Globe

  4335 U.S. 60, Claypool, AZ 85532

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the MVD office for driver licensing and vehicle services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Gila County Library District

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe district supports public library services for residents across Gila County.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gcldaz.org

Everything in Gila 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