Provides information regarding HIV/STD transmission, referral to services, HIV antibody counseling and testing (anonymous and confidential), individual and group support for HIV positive individuals, educational presentations to high risk populations.  

Clients may receive emergency food assistance and/or hot meal, toiletries/hygiene items, diapers, baby wipes, some cold weather clothing such as coats and shoes (dependent upon donations), or other items as available. Assistance with past due utility bills may be available but is dependent on funding. Assistance is not guaranteed and funding is limited. Clients need to complete an intake.

Provides family navigation services for Walla Walla County families with children ages 0-18. Helps families access urgent needs, such as counseling, legal services, and other necessities. Also offers a long-term track to support families to develop and achieve individualized goals.

File claims on behalf of veterans (all conflicts and eras) with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and see them through until resolution; A resource and referral point to veterans and their families for housing and other social services; Provide a link between veterans and the VA Medical Centers for appointments, information and transportation; A source for acquiring your military records, awards and decorations; A community advocate for veterans and primary administrator of the Whatcom County Veterans Assistance Fund since 1990; Liaison between the veteran and the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs; Provide free Whatcom Transit Authority bus passes and tokens for veterans and their families in need; Provide scholarships for veterans through Bellingham Technical College Foundation.

Provides general information and assistance to seniors in Klickitat County. Information provided could be van schedules, what's for dinner at the Senior Center, how to find information about Medicare or Social Security, how to apply for food stamps or the P.U.D. discount, etc.; if the information is unknown, seniors will be pointed in the right direction. Assistance could include making a call or an appointment, helping figure out insurance billings, fill out application for benefits, or accompany seniors to an eligibility review or fair hearing of another agency. Information and Assistance is available to all senior citizens (over 60) regardless of income.

Operates several advice clinics at a variety of locations and times (including evenings), makes referrals to volunteer attorneys and provides public information for low-income clients. Volunteer Legal Services has attorneys on staff and can provide limited emergency services depending on the client's legal issue. Clients are encouraged to call or come by for legal assistance and referrals to other organizations. Current clinic times and locations are available online and appointments are required for some clinics (check website for clinic times and details). Areas of assistance can include: - Family Law - Landlord/Tenant - Foreclosure - Consumer and Business - Bankruptcy - Vacation of Criminal Records - Reinstatement of Drivers License - Veteran Assistance - Wills, Probate, Guardianship and Power of Attorney. Also serves as a referral partner with the Federal Civil Rights Clinic. Will direct clients to the clinic for intake, appointments, and follow up.

Offers clothing, household items, hygiene, food and laundry vouchers. Provides case management support and access to computers for job searches and connecting to resources.

Provides support services for veterans and their families in the Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Kittitas, and Okanogan Counties. Services include rapid rehousing; homelessness prevention; and support in obtaining benefits, such as counseling, employment and training, educational assistance, and health care services.

Provides case management, referrals, advocacy, and supportive services for veterans, service members and their families; focused on creating opportunities related to housing stability, financial stability, healthy living, social engagement, and service system access.   Through a collaborative case management process, the assigned social service professional will help determine the type and levels of services and resources for which one may be eligible.

Provides resettlement assistance with food, housing, healthcare, registering adults for English classes, school registration for children, baby items, Orca cards, job search, clothing, and other essential needs.

Offers support to families for a range of health problems, including premature infants, children with autism and teens with diabetes. Staff assess children's needs, educate and counsel parents, and link families to health care and community resources. Local coordinators connect families to resources such as insurance, early intervention, disability related services such as therapies and other specialty services.

Clients may receive an emergency food bag, toiletries/hygiene items, diapers, baby wipes, coats, flashlights, shoes, or other items as available.

Offers classes, referrals, and support groups.

Provides general information and assistance to seniors in Klickitat County. Information provided could be van schedules, what's for dinner at the Senior Center, how to find information about Medicare or Social Security, how to apply for food stamps or the P.U.D. discount, etc.; if the information is unknown, seniors will be pointed in the right direction. Assistance could include making a call or an appointment, helping figure out insurance billings, fill out application for benefits, or accompany seniors to an eligibility review or fair hearing of another agency. Information and Assistance is available to all senior citizens (over 60) regardless of income.

Assists domestic violence and sexual assault victims and victims of crimes with a wide range of services to help them overcome their current situation. All services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity and orientation, creed, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.The services are the following: -  Assistance with protective orders-  A 24-hour crisis line -  Information and referral -  Support groups for women and youth -  Emergency services -  Court support -  Temporary shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused victims and their children-  Help with crime victims compensation -  Legal advocacy, including assistance in obtaining protection orders, divorce or custody -  Assistance with other social service organizations, law enforcement officers, and the court system -  Education about domestic violence dynamics

The New Parent Support Team (NPST) is a voluntary program for expectant/new Navy parents.  Home visitation is the core service, with a focus on the health needs of infants and toddlers, prenatal and postnatal care, parent education, family/social support, and resources within the community.  Services focus on supporting the parent as well as parent-child interaction and child development.

Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Victim Advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and referrals. Serves those who have been harmed as a result of crimes such as assault, robbery, child abuse, identity theft, arson, kidnapping, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Provides advocacy, individual counseling, support through the legal and criminal justice systems, information about abuse and assault, and referrals to other helpful programs. The Kittitas location also offers shelter and other services for victims of domestic violence.

Investigates diseases of public health significance and tracks disease statistics. Receives reports of required notifiable conditions as well as complaints regarding illnesses. Answers general health questions and provides referrals to community resources for immunizations. Provides HIV positive individuals linkages to services, including medical providers, Early Intervention Program, HOPWA, and REACH. Oversees the Tri-Cities Diabetes Coalition, which promotes diabetes awareness and education, lifestyle changes and diabetes risk education.  Counselors are fully trained in meal preparation for the special dietary needs of a diabetic.

Assists qualified veterans with VA Benefits applications and helps access the Veterans Relief Fund. Other services include survivors' benefits, rehabilitation and employment assistance, education assistance, and life insurance coverage.

The mission of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County is to support individuals affected by domestic violence and sexual assault and to lead the community towards ending these abuses of power. Staff and volunteers assist clients by providing support, helping to identify options and providing information about local resources.

Offers a tool box of resources to work with military families on personal issues that require guidance on a case-by-case basis. Families are referred to the appropriate community services for assistance. There are 12 Family Assistance Specialists stationed throughout the state, at local armories. They assist service members and their families in the areas of: - Crisis intervention and counseling referral; - Tricare medical and dental resource and referral; - Legal resource and referral; - ID cards and Defense Enrollment Eligibility, - Financial resource and referral, - Community information and referral, - Military benefits, - Service Member pay, - Communications, - Deployment/mobilization Support, - Property and household issues. Also works with community outreach/partnerships to provide: - Holiday support, - Back to school supplies and essentials for children/youth. Other Locations: - Bremerton: (360) 473-2411 - Bremerton Alternate: (253) 355-5875 - Camp Murray, Bldg 3: (253) 512-8367 - Camp Murray Alternate: (206) 473-2896 - Kent/Redmond: (253) 512-8766 - Kent/Redmond Alternate: (253) 208-8602 - Marysville: (360) 436-2423 - Marysville Alternate: (253) 355 6388 - Moses Lake: (509) 630-0701 - Moses Lake Alternate: (253) 208-8602 - Olympia: (360) 704-6707 - Olympia Alternate: (360) 628-7195 - Pasco: (509) 545-2409 - Pasco Alternate: (253) 254-1906 - Pierce County Readiness Center (PCRC): (253) 512-1350 - PCRC Alternate: (253) 355-5936 - Spokane/Fairchild: (509) 532-2775 - Spokane/Fairchild Alternate: (509) 844-1115 - Vancouver: (360) 604-7303 - Vancouver Alternate: (253) 355-6239 - Yakima: (509) 469-4638 - Yakima Alternate: (509) 844-4059

Provides maternity case management, maternity support services, First Steps Program, assistance with breastfeeding, and childbirth education classes. Other services and programs include: -  Breastfeeding support -  Car seat safety check -  Childbirth Education Classes -  Children with Special Needs -  Diet and nutrition counseling -  Family Planning services -  Free pregnancy testing -  Help with community resources and insurance information -  Infant Toddler Program -  Information and education about baby care and parenting skills -  Information and education about pregnancy, labor and delivery -  Outreach/Promoters Program -  Parent to Parent -  Substance abuse counseling -  Assistance in accessing dental and vision care -  Assistance in applying for Medicaid services -  Assistance in obtaining early and regular medical care -  Assistance in obtaining paternity information -  Assistance with housing and transportation

Provides help to veterans in accessing VA and community services. Services may include short-term case management, onsite primary care, access to medical, mental health, and substance abuse treatment, and access to VA housing programs, including Grant and Per Diem program, HUD/VASH, Veterans Recovery House and Supportive Service for Veteran Families (SSVF) if found eligible. These grants do not provide immediate assistance, are sometimes one-time, and may include case management. Help with finding market rate or subsidized housing or linkage to community housing programs. Assistance with expediting VA Benefit claims and access to employment programs such as Supported Employment, Veterans Reintegration program, and State employment. Access to computers, clothing, and hygiene items is available onsite.

Provides FREE Case Management for adults and assists with enrollment for Community First Choice (CFC), which offers in-home care, assistance with essential household tasks, adult family home care, assisted living, and congregate care. This is for adults who would require Medicaid services in a nursing facility. Services include the following: - In-home Personal Care: Provides assistance with activities, such as: housework, laundry, meal preparation, eating, shopping, bathing, dressing, transfer assistance, ambulation, self-medication, transportation and escort, and skin, hair and nail care. - Health Care Services: Care is provided by licensed health care professionals. Medical care must be prescribed by a physician. - Personal Emergency Response System: Offers emergency help to assist seniors and others with remaining independent in their own homes. By pressing a button worn as a pendant or wristband or connected to one's home phone, medical help can be summoned immediately. - Assistive Technology - Personal Care/Relief Care - Comprehensive Options Counseling for Long Term Care Planning - Family Caregiver Support

Provides opportunities for older adults to get together including meals, book clubs, karaoke, and dance. Offers social work services and referrals in their homes and in the office.