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Coordinated Entry at the Housing Resource Center is a centralized intake, assessment and coordination point which determines appropriate level of assistance to stabilize housing and assist self-sufficiency. HRC tools include: rent assistance, security and utility deposits, background screening fees and other direct housing costs; referrals to site-based housing, housing voucher and other programs; linkages to life skills, financial literacy, and/or employability training and career-building services; plus referrals to partner entities.

Provides searchable, real time, detailed listings of available low and market-rate housing, including senior housing options in King County. The site also provides helpful tools such as a rent checklist, affordability calculator and links to other helpful resources. Website includes different language options.

Coordinated Entry at the Housing Resource Center is a centralized intake, assessment and coordination point which determines appropriate level of assistance to stabilize housing and assist self-sufficiency. HRC tools include: rent assistance, security and utility deposits, background screening fees and other direct housing costs; referrals to site-based housing, housing voucher and other programs; linkages to life skills, financial literacy, and/or employability training and career-building services; plus referrals to partner entities.

Coordinated Entry at the Housing Resource Center is a centralized intake, assessment and coordination point which determines appropriate level of assistance to stabilize housing and assist self-sufficiency. HRC tools include: rent assistance, security and utility deposits, background screening fees and other direct housing costs; referrals to site-based housing, housing voucher and other programs; linkages to life skills, financial literacy, and/or employability training and career-building services; plus referrals to partner entities.

System Navigation helps families and individuals navigate resources and applications at the local, state and federal level with Spanish language access. SERVICES WE CAN PROVIDE Bill Assistance Navigation: PSE Utility Discount Enrollment, SCL Utility Discount Enrollment Housing: Mediation planning & Tenant Rights Workshops, Housing navigation & guidance Government Programs: SNAP, DSHS, Disability, SSI, Unemployment Translation/Interpretation support - i.e., Medical Charity Application, Records Request for Police Reports, Motor vehicle claim for damages (initial report only) Transportation: Bus Tickets distribution (Adult & RRFP), ORCA Lift referral, Access KCM, Parking Permits, Disabled Parking Pass, Residential Disabled Request Form, Car registration FAQs

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.

Operates the coordinated entry program for Mason County.  This program acts as the single entry point for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless.  Arranges the initial intake, eligibility screening, and shelter placements for community housing programs, rental assistance, and other housing assistance programs.

Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA staff and volunteers provide food, clothing and health screenings to homeless and at-risk Veterans. Veterans also receive referrals for health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use treatment, mental health counseling and other essential services.

Provides housing counseling services to low-income clients who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or fleeing a domestic violence situation. Services may include connecting clients with landlords, dealing with barriers to housing including those with criminal background, credit issues, or past evictions, and helping clients in need of housing assistance that are unable to be referred because they do not qualify.

Provides emergency drop-in support services for Native clients.   Services include the following:   - Advocacy/case management - Emergency clothing - Nursing services - Assessment and referral to drug and alcohol treatment - Cultural programming - Applications and questions regarding DSHS benefits, as well as BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs) benefits. Also provides a place for clients to socialize, watch television, and participate in Native cultural activities. Offers Native arts and craft sessions weekly. Operates as a cooling center during weather advisories.

Provides restrooms, showers and laundry facilities, with soap for laundry and showers. Also distributes limited toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, shaving cream, lotion and combs, as well as diapers, when available.   May have pet food for clients who have a dog or a cat. Operates as a cooling center during weather advisories. Also provides general and housing-specific information and referral services; including:   -  Information on accessing emergency, transitional and permanent housing, including subsidized housing options -  Assistance with applications for housing in the downtown Seattle area

Provides a one-stop resource of local services to assist veterans with housing, counseling, job search, and mentoring, among other things. Also offers assistance with obtaining earned benefits.

A Care Coordinator will spend time understanding participants’ needs and help participants and family connect to available resources such as housing, health insurance, childcare, food assistance programs, and other services. The services available differ by area.

Provides food boxes, pet food, clothing, showers, blood pressure checks, bus passes, legal information services, and benefit and housing resources.

The Supportive Living Program has been providing critical services to individuals who are homeless with serious or chronic mental illness to help them live more stable, productive lives through a combination of behavioral health services and housing supports. Step-by-step in locating housing, completing applications, interviews, compliance paperwork, and lease signing. Assist individuals in finding, securing, and maintaining housing by overcoming barriers with past evictions, criminal and credit issues.

A Care Coordinator will spend time understanding participants’ needs and help participants and family connect to available resources such as housing, health insurance, childcare, food assistance programs, and other services. The services available differ by area.

Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA staff and volunteers provide food, clothing and health screenings to homeless and at-risk Veterans. Veterans also receive referrals for health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use treatment, mental health counseling and other essential services.

Medicaid benefit program that assists individuals find and maintain permanent housing and employment.

Provides housing referral and support to Somali and other refugee and immigrant populations in obtaining adequate and stable housing. Will make home visits if necessary. Call to inquire about child care. Provides transportation by appointment with a seven-person or 15-passenger community van.

Provides Medicaid recipients with behavioral or physical health issues non-tangible person-centered supportive services to connect to and maintain housing Supports can include: - Locating housing that fits needs - Assistance with Landlord /Tenant communication. - Help with logistics of signing a lease - Basic life skills - Budgeting

Foundation Community Supports helps people in Spokane County who qualify for Medicaid to find housing or employment.

Provides restrooms, showers and laundry facilities, with soap for laundry and showers. Also distributes limited toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, shaving cream, lotion and combs, as well as diapers, when available.   May have pet food for clients who have a dog or a cat. Operates as a cooling center during weather advisories. Also provides general and housing-specific information and referral services; including:   -  Information on accessing emergency, transitional and permanent housing, including subsidized housing options -  Assistance with applications for housing in the downtown Seattle area

For those with Apple Health (Medicaid) with behavioral or physical health issues. Participants receive personalized support starting with their housing and employment coordinator. Participant and care team, including doctors, counselors, caretakers, and family members, will collaborate to set goals and determine the services needed to achieve them.

Women’s Hearth is a drop-in day center in downtown Spokane–a safe space for women who have experienced poverty, trauma and/or homelessness to find a “hearth” of welcome, respect, and community. Women’s Hearth provides activities, classes, social service referrals and housing-search case management in a compassionate and supportive environment 5 days a week. Participants also have access to phones, computers, internet, healthy food, hygiene supplies, and showers.

Offers multiple support, education, and socialization groups. Peer coaches empower people to achieve a solid recovery foundation and achieve life goals. Peer coaches support individuals in recovery from: - Addiction Issues (chemical/behavioral) - Mental Health Challenges (short/long term diagnosis, grief & loss) - Chronic Illness (HIV/Hep C – Newly Dealing/Newly Diagnosed) Peer coaches are individually matched with people seeking support in their recovery. The matched pair meets for one hour per week for 26 weeks. Coaches are individuals in recovery who have reached long-term stability. Peer Employment Connections Offers weekly peer support groups that support participants to address fears and barriers about returning to work or work through obstacles they are encountering in their job. Offers vocational assessments, job search tools, resume building, interview preparation, coaching, benefits planning, employment-related clothing and transportation support, and ongoing support for job retention. Resource Connections Offers individualized support to identify and access a range of community resources such as housing or medical care. Participants meet one-to-one with a peer to help make the linkages to essential supports.