Operates a statewide, toll-free telephone line providing screening for the Basic Food program (i.e. food stamps) and the supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) as well as referrals to food pantries and summer meal sites. Helps clients who are enrolled in the Basic Food program submit paperwork for their six-month and annual reviews. Provides guidance on when and where clients can go to complete annual interview with DSHS, what documents may be needed for verification, and explains options for in-person versus over-the-phone services. Can also provide guidance on how to cancel their out-of-state food benefits. Provides referrals to locations of the Summer Meals Program. Also provides similar information via the website. Website includes a "Benefit Finder" for determining eligibility and applying for food programs.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Information and Assistance connects older adults and/or their families and friends to health and human service needs, as well as provide general information. Certified Information Specialists maintain a comprehensive database of local, state, and federal resources, are trained to establish certain program eligibility and assist or refer to other agencies based on individual need.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Information and Assistance connects older adults and/or their families and friends to health and human service needs, as well as provide general information. Certified Information Specialists maintain a comprehensive database of local, state, and federal resources, are trained to establish certain program eligibility and assist or refer to other agencies based on individual need.

Information and Assistance connects older adults and/or their families and friends to health and human service needs, as well as provide general information. Certified Information Specialists maintain a comprehensive database of local, state, and federal resources, are trained to establish certain program eligibility and assist or refer to other agencies based on individual need.

Facilitates a site where a wide range of community partners can come and offer their services, such as healthcare/insurance, education, job training, behavioral health, substance use disorder help and more. By coming together in one place, many different community service agencies are better able to collaborate. Examples of services available to court participants and all other community members, include: - Substance Use Disorder Assessment/Support - Mental Health Assessment/Support - Housing/Rental Assistance - Employment Assistance - GED/Education/Training Programs - Public Benefits such as Cash, Food ORCA, Utilities - Civil Legal Aid - Dispute Resolution & Mediation Services

Provides the ability to check for various DSHS services and programs that may be available or to find out more information on resources in the community.   Offers the option of applying for some programs directly on the site. The "Am I Eligible?" screening asks high level questions about the members in the home and their income, resources and expenses to see what benefits might be available. The online application, "Apply Now" goes into more detail as part of the application for some programs. Users can also register an account on the site, which will allow them to complete online Eligibility Reviews, report changes and see information about their case.

Information and Assistance connects older adults and/or their families and friends to health and human service needs, as well as provide general information. Certified Information Specialists maintain a comprehensive database of local, state, and federal resources, are trained to establish certain program eligibility and assist or refer to other agencies based on individual need.

Offers a web-based screening service to help adults ages 18 and older, older adults and adults with disabilities learn about public and private benefits.   Users answer a short, confidential questionnaire and receive a personalized report describing all appropriate programs and how to apply.   Provides up-to-date information on more than 1,200 prescription, housing, food, energy assistance, tax, financial, employment and other benefit programs by ZIP code.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Offers support in applying for the state's Basic Food program.  Determines if the Basic Food benefits are appropriate. Helps complete applications for benefits to receive immediate food assistance and reviews information sent from DSHS.  Helps applicants gather the required documentation.  Cannot determine final eligibility.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Assists low-income and homeless individuals register and receive a free technology. Laptops are received after successful completion of Homeward Bound Program Life-Skills Program Classes are rolling cohorts.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Facilitates a site where a wide range of community partners can come and offer their services, such as healthcare/insurance, education, job training, behavioral health, substance use disorder help and more. By coming together in one place, many different community service agencies are better able to collaborate. Examples of services available to court participants and all other community members, include: - Substance Use Disorder Assessment/Support - Mental Health Assessment/Support - Housing/Rental Assistance - Employment Assistance - GED/Education/Training Programs - Public Benefits such as Cash, Food ORCA, Utilities - Civil Legal Aid - Dispute Resolution & Mediation Services

Provides an online tool to check eligibility for multiple government assistance programs, including food, cash, medical, childcare, and long-term care benefits. Users can also access their DSHS benefit account, report changes, renew benefits, report newborn information, and find additional services.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Information and Assistance connects older adults and/or their families and friends to health and human service needs, as well as provide general information. Certified Information Specialists maintain a comprehensive database of local, state, and federal resources, are trained to establish certain program eligibility and assist or refer to other agencies based on individual need.

Educates and assists clients with enrolling in state and federal assistance programs. Offers: - Energy Assistance (LIHEAP applications) - Basic Food Information and Applications - Lifeline Telephone Assistance - Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) - Housing Assistance/Referrals - Low Income Subsidy Programs (LIS) Also: - Medicaid Insurance - Medicare Insurance - Medicare Part D Insurance - Phone Discount Assistance/Referral - Affordable Care Act Health Insurance

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Educates and assists clients with enrolling in state and federal assistance programs. Offers: - Energy Assistance (LIHEAP applications) - Basic Food Information and Applications - Lifeline Telephone Assistance - Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) - Housing Assistance/Referrals - Low Income Subsidy Programs (LIS) Also: - Medicaid Insurance - Medicare Insurance - Medicare Part D Insurance - Phone Discount Assistance/Referral - Affordable Care Act Health Insurance

Educates and assists clients with enrolling in state and federal assistance programs. Offers: - Energy Assistance (LIHEAP applications) - Basic Food Information and Applications - Lifeline Telephone Assistance - Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) - Housing Assistance/Referrals - Low Income Subsidy Programs (LIS) Also: - Medicaid Insurance - Medicare Insurance - Medicare Part D Insurance - Phone Discount Assistance/Referral - Affordable Care Act Health Insurance

Provides DSHS Basic Food, information and advocacy.

Offers Family Resource Navigators at all Family Resource Centers to assist with applications for DSHS programs like Basic Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Navigators will also help start the Apple Health/Washington Health Plan Finder process. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.