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Resources

As a church family, we believe in caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. This page is a place to connect with trusted community resources that provide food, shelter, clothing, health services, elder care, and support for every stage of life. We have also included organizations that reflect our commitment to inclusivity and compassion, especially for our LGBTQ+ neighbors and older adults.​

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We know that no single list can cover every need. If you know of a resource that has been helpful to you—or one that you believe should be added here—we invite you to share it with us. Please send suggestions to secretary@firstchurchofmesa.com.

Together, we can keep building a network of care that reflects Christ’s love in our community.

Support for Older Adults

We are committed to walking alongside our elders with dignity, compassion, and care. These resources are available in our community for seniors and their families:

  • Aster Aging, Inc.
    asteraz.org | 480-962-5611
    Programs include senior centers, in-home services, meals, transportation, and caregiver support.

  • Sapphire Hospice & Palliative Care
    sapphirehospiceaz.com | 480-924-4100
    Compassionate hospice and palliative care, offering physical, emotional, and spiritual support for patients and families.

  • United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) – Aging & Health Programs
    umcmission.org/umcor
    Provides support in areas of aging, health, and disaster response.

  • General Board of Global Ministries – Health & Welfare Ministries
    umcmission.org
    Offers resources for caregivers, hospice chaplaincy, and health ministries within Methodist networks.

  • Wespath (United Methodist Church Health Benefits)
    wespath.org
    Support for clergy, church staff, and retirees, but also links to wider elder care and health programs.

  • Methodist Retirement Communities (regional examples)
    Many states have Methodist-affiliated senior living, home health, or retirement centers.
    (You could list your nearest one — for Arizona, “Fellowship Square Mesa” is faith-based and senior-focused.)

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Weekly Heat Relief

  • Resurrection Ministry
    1135 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85203
    Daily, 9:30am – 6:30pm
    Showers, clothing, food, heat relief, case workers with

  • Phoenix Rescue Mission. Adults only.

  • Friends at First
    15 E. 1st Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210
    Mon & Thu, 12pm – 3pm (lineup at 11am, no sooner)

  • PAZ de Cristo
    424 W. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85210
    Mon – Sat, 8am – 12pm
    Showers, food, water station, mail services

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Additional Support

  • Mesa Library (Main Branch)
    64 E. 1st St., Mesa, AZ 85201
    Mon – Thu, 10am – 8pm | Fri – Sat, 10am – 5pm | Closed Sun
    Phoenix Rescue Mission caseworkers on site

  • PAZ de Cristo Dinner
    424 W. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85210
    Dinner served daily, 5:15pm – 6:15pm

  • DES Office
    125 E. Elliot Rd., Chandler, AZ 85225
    Food, SSI, Medicare

  • MVD – IDs
    4123 E. Valley Auto Dr., Mesa, AZ 85206

  • Office of Vital Records
    331 E. Coury Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210

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Clothing Closets

  • One Small Step (Adults & Children)
    710 N. Cooper Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85233
    Tue & Wed, 9am – 3pm | Thu, 4pm – 7pm

  • Friends at First (Adults only)
    15 E. 1st Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210
    Mon & Thu, 12pm – 3pm

Housing & Social Services

  • Mesa Housing Authority – 480-644-3536 | affordablehousing.com

  • Catholic Charities – 480-833-8987 | catholiccharitiesaz.org

  • Lutheran Social Services – 480-396-3795 | iss-sw.org

  • AZURA Vets Coalition – 480-834-2105 | azuravets.org

  • Phoenix Rescue Mission – 602-233-3000 | phoenixrescuemission.org

  • Circle the City – 602-776-0776 | circlethecity.org

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Domestic Violence & Crisis

  • The Olive Press – Domestic Abuse Shelter – 915-538-8673 | theolivepress.org

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline – 800-799-7233

  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988

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LGBTQ+ Affirming & Supportive Resources

  • Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN)
    rmnetwork.org
    A Methodist movement of congregations and individuals working for full LGBTQ+ inclusion.

  • One n Ten (Arizona)
    onenten.org | 602-400-2601
    Local resource for LGBTQ+ youth in Arizona, offering safe spaces, housing, and mentorship.

  • PFLAG 
    Meets 3rd Thursday of the month 6pm at

SWIHA 1538 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
Family and ally support for LGBTQ+ individuals.

  • Trans Queer Pueblo (Phoenix)
    transqueerpueblo.org
    Advocacy, community health, and immigrant justice for LGBTQ+ people of color.

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Other Services

  • Social Spin Laundry
    1255 E. Southern Ave., Ste. 1, Mesa, AZ 85204
    Free laundry service & resources | Daily, 1pm – 4pm

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Sunday Worship at First UMC Mesa

  • 9:00am – 15 E. 1st Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210
    All are welcome. Donuts and coffee after service.

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