Investigates workplace complaints related to the following issues: - Wages, including minimum wage rules, overtime and tips - Workplace policies such as breaks, termination, personnel records and non-compete agreements - Leave policies such as sick leave, vacation leave and bereavement leave. - Safety complaints - Workplace discrimination if it relates to safety and health Enforces Washington state labor laws. It is against the law for a business to fire or otherwise retaliate against a worker for filing a complaint about a possible violation of their workplace rights. Interpreter services are available upon request with one day notice.

Arranges transportation for trips to WA Apple Health (Medicaid)-covered services such as doctor, dentist and mental health appointments.   Types of transportation include buses, taxis, mileage reimbursement and lift vehicles.   Reimbursement includes gas cards at $. 35 per mile. No ambulance service is provided. Does not cover prescription pick-up.

Provides youth with professionally supported one-to-one relationships with a caring adult mentor. Mentoring organization holds themselves accountable for each child in their program to achieve higher aspirations, avoidance of risky behaviors, and educational success.

Provides fully subsidized annual transit pass to those enrolled in certain state benefit programs to be used on - King County Metro - King County Water Taxi - Access Transportation - Via to Transit - Sound Transit - Seattle Monorail - Seattle Streetcar - Trailhead Direct Provides partially subsidized annual passes (ORCA Lift) to low-income area residents. The subsidized annual pass will cover all trips from Metro to Metro, from Sound Transit to Sound Transit, and from Metro to/from Sound Transit. If a customer uses their subsidized ORCA LIFT card to pay for travel on Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Kitsap Transit, or Everett Transit, standard transfer rules apply for transfers within and between those transit agencies.

Maintains an institutional library at the Patricia H Clark Family Justice Center

Provides treatment via web camera, phone or app for a variety of minor illnesses such as asthma, back pain, pink eye, sore throat, seasonal allergies and flu.  Virtual visits should not replace a relationship with a primary care provider. Prescribes medications including antibiotics when indicated, allergy medications, anti-nausea medications, and various skin creams or ointments. UW Medicine Virtual Clinic providers will not prescribe or refill medications for the treatment of a psychiatric condition, and they will not prescribe controlled substances, including medications such as: -  Narcotic medications (i.e. Oxycodone, Vicodin, Percocet, Codeine) -  Anti-anxiety medications (i.e. Xanax, Valium, Ativan, Klonopin) Visits typically last about 20 minutes.

Local parishes provide services to families who are pregnant or are caregivers of young children. Offers: - Support groups for women and parents, although availability varies by location. - Resource referral - Materials support (clothing, diapers, wipes, etc., as available)

Provides low-cost refurbished medical equipment to improve mobility, independence and recovery/rehabilitation.   Donated items are cleaned and repaired before they are made available to those in need.   Items generally available include:   -  Wheelchairs and scooters -  Crutches -  Bath benches & chairs -  Bedside commodes   -  Hospital beds -  Walkers -  Raised toilet seats -  CPAP machines   Other items are may also be available, depending on donations.

Provides through a partnership with City of Seattle- toilets and hand washing station at six Seattle locations for those experiencing homelessness. Daily maintenance will be provided including sharps disposal, waste removal and supplemental cleaning. Locations include: - City Hall Park - Lake City Community Center - Jefferson Park - Westcrest Park - Cal Anderson Park - Benvenuto Viewpoint

Provides free, unbiased and confidential help with Medicare and health care choices through bilingual staff and SHIBA volunteers. - Assesses client’s health care coverage needs - Determines general eligibility for health care coverage programs - Evaluate and compare Medicare plans - Assists with Medicare enrollment. Collects and report potential Medicare fraud complaints, ensuring that Medicare beneficiaries are protected from fraudulent activities related to Medicare.

Opens an overnight shelter for 33 adults during severe weather. Dinner and breakfast is provided.

Provides information as well as enrollment assistance for Qualified Health plans available under the Affordable Care Act as well as Medicaid. Coordinates health insurance enrollment events in local communities where residents can get help enrolling in Washington Healthplanfinder for health insurance coverage. The events are listed by King County geographic regions. City of Seattle events are additionally organized by geographic sections of the city. Certified healthcare navigators are available to provide individual help with comparing and enrolling in health insurance coverage and, if eligible, help residents gain access to tax credits, reduced cost sharing, and public programs such as WA Apple Health (Medicaid). In order to enroll, participants will need to know their birth date, social security number, and income. Legal immigrants will need to provide current immigration documents..

Provides consumer information, referrals and informal complaint resolution services for consumer complaints involving unfair and deceptive business practices.   Assistance includes informal complaint resolution and help directing inquiries and contacts to the appropriate agencies for assistance. Also provides consumer education through online and written materials and speakers who are able to address a variety of consumer protection issues. Topics include: -  Identity theft a private lawsuit may be necessary -  Debt management -  Refund rights   -  Scams -  Foreclosure -  Student loans   Offers options if the business disagrees with the complaint. Cannot compel a firm to resolve a complaint. Options: - Bring a legal action, such as in Small Claims Court. - A private lawsuit may be necessary if the amount claimed is over the limit handled by Small Claims Court. The state Consumer Protection Act allows the plantiff to recover the costs of bringing suit, including attorney’s fees if the suit is successful.

Provides curb-to-curb shared ride transportation using lift-equipped vans and other accessible vehicles for individuals whose disability prevents use of the regular accessible public transit bus and light rail services. Paratransit riders who have been found eligible can request trips one to seven (1-7) days in advance. Expect trips to be shared and take as long as a regular bus ride. Also expect to be picked up a little earlier or later so other rider’s trips can be added to the route. Use Access Paratransit to go anywhere within the same service area and at the same times that the regular public transit and light rail operates. Inter-county trips are available to/from neighboring counties within each county’s service areas.

Provides curb-to-curb shared ride transportation using lift-equipped vans and other accessible vehicles for individuals whose disability prevents use of the regular accessible public transit bus and light rail services. Paratransit riders who have been found eligible can request trips one to seven (1-7) days in advance. Expect trips to be shared and take as long as a regular bus ride. Also expect to be picked up a little earlier or later so other rider’s trips can be added to the route. Use Access Paratransit to go anywhere within the same service area and at the same times that the regular public transit and light rail operates. Inter-county trips are available to/from neighboring counties within each county’s service areas.

Offers resources to help area residents develop and improve the technology skills. Includes training on Microsoft Office products, Google products, typing, and beginner computer training.

Provides limited rent assistance to King County residents who currently owe rent. Rent assistance funds are limited and cannot be guaranteed.

Trained volunteers accompany immigrants to legal or administrative appointments across Washington, offering moral support and assistance. Does NOT provide legal support. Types of appointments include: - Immigration or bond hearings (Seattle, Tacoma, NW Detention Center) - USCIS appointments (Tukwila, Yakima) - ICE check-ins, biometrics, or ankle monitor check-ins - State court hearings (family, domestic violence, DUI, traffic, other civil/criminal matters)

Helps release people from immigration detention to reunite them with family members and allow them to pursue their immigration cases outside of detention. The bond is paid unconditionally and does not need to be paid back.

Monitors and investigates reported violations of immigrants’ constitutional rights and civil liberties. Shares information about immigrant rights. Connects immigrants to resources.

Operates a self-managed overnight shelter program at up to 10-15 sites throughout Seattle, providing shelter for over 200 clients per night in the indoor shelter. Some facilities serve only men or women; others serve both men and women, with separate sleeping areas. Trans* clients are served as they self-identify. Locations of shelters include North End: - Lakeview (women only) 10 person shelter - Maple Leaf (co-ed, separate areas) 20 person shelter - Woodland Park UMC (men only) 20 person shelter - St. John (co-ed, separate areas) 20 person shelter Greenlake: -Bethany Lutheran Shelter (men only) 20 person shelter Ballard: - St. Luke Shelter (co-ed, separate areas) 15 person shelter - OFB (men only) 20 person shelter - Vets Hall Shelter (co-ed, separate areas) 20 person shelter - provides late access for workers. Wallingford: - Gift of Grace (co-ed, separate areas) 20 person shelter U District: - Christ Episcopal Church Shelter (co-ed, separate areas) 30 person shelter - provides late access for workers - University Friends (co-ed, separate areas) 20 person shelter - University Lutheran Shelter (women only)15 bed shelter- provides late access for workers Int'l District: - Safe Haven ( co-ed, separate areas) 30 person shelter - provides late access for workers South End: - Bunkhouse Nights Shelter ( co-ed, separate areas) 25 person shelter - provides late access for workers. Intake is usually available in Spanish as well as English; other available languages at intake vary, though clients are able to access shelter regardless of language or ability to speak. All facilities provide mats and blankets. Many sites are wheelchair accessible and some provide shower facilities.   Clients must leave the shelters early each morning.   Individual shelters may potentially refrain from screening on days that they are full. Shelter screenings for night-of only; no day(s)-in-advance screenings.

Operates a severe weather shelter at Seattle City Hall. Provides meals through Operation Sack Lunch.

Offers outreach, biopsychosocial needs assessment, and tailored referrals to support services for older adults who may be at risk due to behavioral health issues. Does not provide emergency services or crisis response. Please consider eligibility carefully before giving out contact info and note that the program preference is to take referrals from professional providers (e.g., primary care or social services) or those directly involved in assisting an at-risk elder (e.g., caregiver or family member).

Delivers meals to older adults in King County. Provides a choice of 30 plus different meals including breakfast, kosher, vegan, and vegetarian. Additionally, some meals are low in saturated fat, low cholesterol, and low sodium. Seven meals can be ordered per week and are delivered once a week. Liquid nutritional supplements (Ensure and Glucerna) are available for purchase. Meals arrive frozen and packaged in trays that can be heated in either a microwave or conventional oven. Service begins approximately 1 to 2 weeks after agency receives the application.

Offers 12-step support groups for alcoholics. Includes gender separate meetings, as well as special groups for Native Americans, Spanish speakers and those who identify as LGBTQ.   Some meetings have interpreters for individuals who are hard of hearing.  Potential members should call to be matched to the nearest group. PUBLICATIONS:   -  Guides listing all AA meetings may be picked up at the Seattle or Eastside offices.   -  To receive a meeting guide by mail, send a self-addressed envelope and $1 to the same address.     GENERAL AA MEETINGS:   -  More than 1,300 weekly groups are held in all cities in King County.   -  Call for updated addresses and times.