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Disaster Cash Assistance Program offered by DSHS Community Services Administration Office

Washington families and people without children who have been impacted by a declared disaster. Must have experienced a loss of property or income. This includes an inability to go to work. Generally must be income-eligible for TANF but some households that are over the income limit may qualify if they have financial losses that will not be covered within 30 days that reduce the amount of countable income and could bring a household under the net income limit. Assistance is available regardless of citizenship status and does not require applicants to provide a Social Security number.
M-F, 8am-5pm. Hours for application eligibility interviews are 8am-2pm.
(877) 501-2233

Voice - Statewide Customer Service Contact Center

https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/automated-client-eligibility-system-aces/disaster-cash-assistance-program-dcap
[email protected]

Interpreter services

Apply online and then call the Customer Service Contact Center to complete the required interview. People can also call the Customer Service Contact Center to complete the entire application process over the phone. A new application and interview are required for each request.

None.

Whitman, WA
Pend Oreille, WA
Spokane, WA

Description

Offer cash benefits to people who are not eligible for other cash assistance programs who have been affected by a disaster. Eligible households will receive their benefits for one month in a 12-month period during an emergency. The benefit amount depends on household size, income and need, ranging from a maximum of $417 for a single person to a maximum of $1,539 for a household of 10 or more people. Once approved, people will receive their benefits on an existing Electronic Benefit Transfer, or EBT, card or a new EBT card will be sent via U. S. Mail.

Providing organization

DSHS Community Services Offices

Helps people achieve and maintain self-sufficiency by providing financial assistance for food, medical expenses and ID cards to those who are eligible. Also provides limited cash assistance. Additional programs available for refugees, families and people with disabilities.