Offers access to legal forms, self-help legal books, and laws, court cases and court rules for Washington and other states.   Computer resources include wired and wireless internet access, word processing and subscription legal research databases (Westlaw/Lexis), as well as free legal research training classes.

Helps college students stay enrolled in school by offering benefits access, financial coaching, income supports, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments.   Typical areas of assistance: -  Managing debt -  Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc. -  Building credit & pulling credit reports -  Budgeting -  Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources

Provides assistance in filling out applications for financial assistance with electricity or heat payments.

Helps college students stay enrolled in school by offering benefits access, financial coaching, income supports, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments.   Typical areas of assistance: -  Managing debt -  Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc. -  Building credit & pulling credit reports -  Budgeting -  Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources

Offers free self-help packets designed for those who need explanative information regarding SSI/SSDI overpayment, continuing disability review (CDR), and age 18 redetermination.

A program that helps people change their name/gender through the courts or at the DMV (cannot do both for one person). Services range from providing information on the process of changing documents in the state of Oregon to offering financial aid and advocacy at the courts and the DMV. The level of financial assistance and eligibility for this assistance varies based on program's budget.

Maintains an online document that guides individuals through the divorce process.

Provides a filing fee waiver process for certain forms and benefit types for applicants that clearly demonstrate inability to pay the fees. There is also a fee reduction option for Form I-912.

Provides resources and support services to the LGBTQ2SIA+ community and allies of the Lower Columbia region. Services include a community center, education opportunities, mentorship, and monthly support groups for adults, youth, and families. Limited financial assistance is available as funds allow for gender-affirming costs, name changes, hormone treatments, and other expenses approved on a case-by-case basis. Financial assistance is limited to once per year, with a $200 limit.

Provides information, referrals, and advocacy relating to community, county, and state resources. Programs are provided based on funding availability as needed.

Provides support and information on local, county, and state resources to help with food access, housing information, health insurance, aging, youth support, mental health, and financial assistance. Provides access to phone, fax, or computer to complete and submit applications for DSHS related activities. Offers in-person assistance to guide individuals and families, who qualify for Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) through the enrollment process. Help trouble shoot insurance through the Health Plan Finder.

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.

Provides drop-in services for youth ages 12-24 where they can obtain basic necessities; like clothing & shoes, hygiene items, baby items, and access to a washer & dryer; sexual health items, like Plan B, contraceptives, pregnancy tests, etc.; and Narcan & harm reduction supplies. Also provides a wide range of one-time drop-in services, such as filling out paperwork, obtaining a food handlers card, access to a printer, and more.

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

Offers parenting education, including Kaleidoscope Play and Learn parent/child activity groups. Other classes include: - Toddler Gym - CPR for infants/adults - Life Skills - Cooking and Nutrition - K-12 Tutoring. Offers support groups and workshops for Latino families.  Facilitates support groups to increase family's social support and decrease family isolation.   Also offers family advocacy, application assistance along with information and referral to a variety of other services.

Maintains the ‘Voting & Vacating Criminal Records’ workbook to help inform callers of their voters rights (no matter their current circumstances) and guide them in navigating and understanding the process of vacating a criminal record in the state of Washington. Provides screening for Criminal Record Expungement if the caller's criminal conviction is in King County and inhibiting their employment or housing opportunities. Offers a workshop for individuals with a blemished or criminal record; provides participants with information regarding the expungement process.  Topics covered include the following:  -  What items can be expunged -  Difference between expungement and concealment of court documents -  Which forms need to be completed -  Where to file various documents

Provides free legal and consumer information from trained volunteers on a number of topics related to their rights and options, including: -  Wills -  Powers of attorney -  Health care directives -  Guardianships -  Trusts -  Social Security -  Probate -  Living trusts -  Medicare

Helps college students stay enrolled in school by offering benefits access, financial coaching, income supports, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments.   Typical areas of assistance: -  Managing debt -  Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc. -  Building credit & pulling credit reports -  Budgeting -  Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources

Issues and renews passports and matricula consular cards. Issues student, work, and retiree visas, and provides assistance with other documents.

Helps college students stay enrolled in school by offering benefits access, financial coaching, income supports, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments.   Typical areas of assistance: -  Managing debt -  Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc. -  Building credit & pulling credit reports -  Budgeting -  Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources

Assists people with cases in the following areas: Non-contested marriage dissolutions (divorces that are agreed or in which the other party will not respond) Establishment of a parenting plan and child support in non-contested cases when the father has already been determined The SHP Program completes all of the legal paperwork, so clients are relieved of the pressure of having to complete documents on their own. We are here to instruct clients about the legal process, inform clients of their rights and responsibilities, and to assist with the paperwork. We are available throughout the legal process to address any questions or concerns about the court process.

The County Clerk can assist the public in understanding legal forms. Also provides self-help packets for family cases.

Offers free and confidential information, direct assistance and advocacy to individuals and families who speak Russian or Chinese languages and have limited English language skills. Helps people to navigate systems, find resources, learn about programs and connect to their community. Services include, but are not limited to the following: - Help with basic needs such as health care, food stamp, housing, financial security benefits, transportation, etc. - Sign up ESL and assistance in naturalization application - Assistance with children’s school issues - Signing up for social and recreational activities - Child care resources and school system – Informational and educational workshops All services provided are confidential.

Provides assistance and representation for veterans, their widows, and dependents in completing VA forms for obtaining benefits. Also assists veterans any other way feasible, such as information and referrals to other agencies and advocacy.

Helps college students stay enrolled in school by offering benefits access, financial coaching, income supports, and referrals to other support services. Limited emergency financial grants available for homelessness prevention and emergencies. Students meet one-on-one with a coach to discuss college and career goals. Appointments typically last one hour, but there is no limit to the number of appointments.   Typical areas of assistance: -  Managing debt -  Signing up for ORCA LIFT, SNAP/EBT, health insurance, WIC, etc. -  Building credit & pulling credit reports -  Budgeting -  Scholarships - Tax preparation - Access to on-campus food pantry - Referrals to additional resources