Provides professional information about physicians and physician assistants in Washington state including licensure.   By calling, people can get the license status, disciplinary history and the number of complaints against any credentialed physician or physician assistants in the state. Also provides information about -  Health Facilities -  Hotels/motels -  Migrant Farmworker Housing -  Construction Review Projects -  Professional caregivers

Offers intensive inpatient and a recovery house with substance use disorder and co-occurring capable behavioral services in a live-in residential setting. Separate facilities for men and women. Provides Native American support services as well as outreach for homeless individuals with chronic substance abuse and mental health disorders to assist with moving toward stabilization. Clients must bring their suboxone prescription with them. Agency provides DBHR-certified services.

Clean and sober transitional housing offered to adults recovering from substance use disorders (SUD).

Provides paid time off for Washington state residents when a serious health condition prevents them from working or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child, or for certain military-related events. Provides up to 90% of weekly pay—up to a maximum of $1,427 Most Washington workers are eligible for up to 12 weeks of Paid Family and Medical Leave a year. Some may qualify for up to 18 weeks of paid leave. The leave does not have to be used all at once. MEDICAL LEAVE When a serious health condition prevents an employee from working, medical leave covers a wide range of serious health needs such as major surgery, after giving birth to a baby, for bed rest during pregnancy, to receive treatment for a chronic health condition, and to receive inpatient treatment for substance abuse or mental health. FAMILY LEAVE When an employee needs to take time off to care for a family member and the family member has a serious health condition that would qualify them for medical leave, or if they're welcoming a new baby or child into their family, they are eligible for family leave. MILITARY FAMILY LEAVE Allow Washington workers to spend time with a family member in the military if the family member is about to be deployed overseas or is returning from overseas deployment.

Offers an online volunteer matching system, providing access to hundreds of volunteer opportunities. Manages other community initiatives and group projects for corporate partners.

Investigates complaints concerning any of the facilities and agencies licensed and inspected by the Department of Health:   - Hospitals - Ambulatory surgical facilities - Child birth centers - Home health agencies - Behavioral health agencies - Behavioral health treatment facilities Does not have the authority to invoke or enforce criminal or civil penalties. Authority is limited to taking action against a health care facility license. Not able to deny, modify or suspend a license which can result in the facility having to close.

Provides medical benefits for individuals and families with limited incomes. The following health care services are covered by WA Apple Health (Medicaid): -  Appointments with a doctor or health care professional for necessary care -  Medical care in an emergency -  Maternity and newborn care -  Mental health services -  Treatment for chemical or alcohol dependence -  Pediatric services, including dental and vision care -  Limited dental and vision care for adults -  Prescription medications -  Laboratory services -  Hospitalization -  Transportation to and from medical appointments, when necessary -  An interpreter for your appointment, if you do not speak English (arranged through your provider)

Offers gender-specific and Native American support groups, outreach for homeless individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues, a state-approved 8-hour Alcohol & Drug Information course for court fulfillment, DUI evaluations for treatment recommendations, Intensive Outpatient Treatment (9-20 hours/week), Outpatient Treatment (less than 9 hours/week), and individual mental health counseling for those with chemical dependency. All services are DBHR-certified.

Provides on call, in person and over the phone support to vulnerable youth. Works closely with existing emergency youth shelter providers including Friends of Youth, YouthCare and Cocoon House.   Current Safe Place sites include: Metro Transit buses, YMCAs of Greater Seattle and the King County Library System. A complete map of all Safe Place locations can be seen online.

Works with veterans and eligible spouses to address the unique needs of veterans, such as transferring military skills to civilian employment. In addition to providing employment assistance, markets the advantages of hiring veterans to local businesses and connects veterans to services that help with health care, food, clothing, or housing.

Provides an inpatients substance abuse treatment program for youth and adults. The program typical lasts 21-28 days. Program includes: -  Room and board -  Lecture series -  Small group therapy -  Private counseling including family therapy -  Gender specific groups -  After care services   The youth program is also inclusive of school work and physical education daily. Youth have the option of participating in a continuing care recovery house program after the initial phase of residential treatment. May also provide sub-acute detoxification as part of treatment.

A program for pregnant and parenting women which provides chemical dependency education and treatment; communication skill building; relapse prevention; individual counseling; groups to deal with grief from childhood sexual/physical/emotional abuse; support to reduce the isolation of addiction; relationship exploration; and parenting education.  Includes on-site child care.

Provides youth in crisis with a place for physical and emotional safety while assisting them in developing life skills that will enable them to make positive contributions in their communities. Space is limited to 10 youth at a time. Family reunification services are also available. Contracts with Wasco County Youth Services (WCYS) to offer community workshops for adults interested in additional support raising pre-teens and teens.

Offers a three-year home visitation and case management program for extremely high-risk substance abusing pregnant and parenting women. Assists mothers in obtaining treatment, maintaining recovery, and resolving the complex problems associated with their substance abuse. Links families with community resources. Helps guarantee the children are in a safe environment and receiving appropriate health care. Mothers are not asked to leave the program if they relapse or experience setbacks.

Offers a comprehensive scope of health services to youth and adolescents including: -  Asthma care -  Immunizations -  Treatment of simple illnesses and injuries -  Referral and follow-up for serious illness and emergencies -  Family planning -  Physical exams -  Health education   Dental screening and services provided at some sites through portable dental equipment. In addition to addressing health care concerns, they also promote good health for a lifetime through good nutrition education, supportive relationships, and reinforcement of positive self-images. School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) are operated by a system of community health care partners and agencies to deliver health services to schools in King County. Provides mental health services including: -  Assessments -  Counseling for mental health and substance abuse issues -  Referral to mental health, substance abuse services   In addition to addressing health care concerns, they also promote good health for a lifetime through good nutrition education, supportive relationships, and reinforcement of positive self-images. School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) are operated by a system of community health care partners and agencies to deliver health services to schools in King County.

Presents an informational program which addresses how alcohol and drugs affect the body.  State-approved instruction fulfills legal requirements for individuals court-referred to attend an Alcohol Drug Information School (ADIS).  The educational, 8-hour course provides students with valuable information about alcohol and other drugs.  The course is designed to enhance responsible decision-making with regards to alcohol and other drug use.  Students are encouraged to explore the effects of alcohol and other drug use on themselves, their families and their world.  Agency provides DBHR-certified service(s).

Provides help to veterans in accessing VA and community services. Services may include short-term case management, onsite primary care, access to medical, mental health, and substance abuse treatment, and access to VA housing programs, including Grant and Per Diem program, HUD/VASH, Veterans Recovery House and Supportive Service for Veteran Families (SSVF) if found eligible. These grants do not provide immediate assistance, are sometimes one-time, and may include case management. Help with finding market rate or subsidized housing or linkage to community housing programs. Assistance with expediting VA Benefit claims and access to employment programs such as Supported Employment, Veterans Reintegration program, and State employment. Access to computers, clothing, and hygiene items is available onsite.

Multi-service family support program offers outpatient mental health services for children and families. Services include case management, brief intervention treatment, less restrictive alternative support and family, group and individual therapy.  Agency provides DBHR-certified service(s).

Provides crisis intervention services for families with youth who have run away or who are in serious conflict with parents.   Family Reconciliation Services are intended to preserve, strengthen and reconcile families.   FRS services may include, but are not limited to: - Short-term family counseling. - Referrals for substance abuse treatment and counseling. - Referrals for mental health services. - Family Assessments in conjunction with juvenile court services for At-Risk Youth (ARY) and Child in Need of Services (CHINs) petitions. - Crisis planning and help to respond to difficult situations, such as when a youth runs away.

If you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. We offer many programs and services, including free health care. And we can help you connect with resources in your community. Our Community Housing and Outreach Services are available at the Seattle VA Medical Center, Seattle VA Medical Center, and Renton Community Resource & Referral Center. We help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless due to financial hardship, unemployment, addiction, depression, or transition from jail. Contact one of our care coordinators to get help with: - Immediate food and shelter needs, including both transitional and permanent housing - Job training, life skills development, and education - Justice system navigation and community reentry from jail - Financial support to prevent homelessness - Addiction and depression treatment - Health and dental care This program is also referred to as Homeless Veteran care.

Child and Family Services provides a variety of services for children, adolescents, and families, including, response and outreach services, outpatient therapy for children, family group therapy, and case management and coordination with other child-serving systems. Psychiatric evaluation, medication monitoring and substance use assessment, treatment, and education are also available services. Agency provides DBHR-certified service(s). Programs include: WISe - Wraparound Intensive Services - Highly customize, community-based support with a team approach Young Adult Transition Team - Coordinated support for youth ages 16-21 as they learn skills for independent living

Provides residential and day program services for citizens with developmental disabilities. Offers 24-hour available staff that supports people in their home. Support Services: - Money Management - Budgeting - Personal Hygiene - Social Skills Building - Food/Nutrition Planning - Transportation - Medical Support - Affordable Housing - Laundry - Housekeeping - Exploring Resources - Shopping - Community Connections - Community Integration - Positive Relationships

Offers an early learning preschool program and an academically enriched school age program. Open year round serving ages 14 months up to age 13 years. Additionally the Tacoma Day preschool is combined with Washington State ECEAP. The preschool program is aligned with Washington State K through 12 WA kids using: Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment and ASQ, a parent driven developmental tool. These tools allow teachers and parents to work together to individualize program for their child. If a preschool child has an IEP the child can be bused to and from their Tacoma School District partial day program and combine with Tacoma Day Preschool for a full day. School children are served by Tacoma Public Schools District 10. are transported to Bryant, Grant, Edna Travis and Impact schools Tacoma Day actively participates in Early Achievers, the quality rating system of Washington State. Breakfast, lunch, and snack are provided at no additional cost and meet CACFP standards. Tacoma Day, a non-profit, has been in business since 1911.

Provides crisis intervention services for families with youth who have run away or who are in serious conflict with parents.   Family Reconciliation Services are intended to preserve, strengthen and reconcile families.   FRS services may include, but are not limited to: - Short-term family counseling. - Referrals for substance abuse treatment and counseling. - Referrals for mental health services. - Family Assessments in conjunction with juvenile court services for At-Risk Youth (ARY) and Child in Need of Services (CHINs) petitions. - Crisis planning and help to respond to difficult situations, such as when a youth runs away.

Provides integrated outpatient/opioid substitution chemical dependency treatment services. May not meet court-ordered requirements.