The Resident Services Resource Library connects residents with helpful programs, information, and support. It includes a directory of frequently requested services to help you quickly find resources that meet your needs.
Frequently Requested Services
EDUCATION
NORTHWEST EDUCATION ACCESS
Northwest Education Access provides comprehensive, individualized support to help low-income young people ages 16–29 build pathways to higher education and beyond.
SERVICES:
- Offers mentorship, technical assistance, and personal support for post-secondary education.
- Connects young people with resources and individualized education planning.
- Advocates with young people and supports self-advocacy skills.
- Provides financial support for education access and basic needs while in school.
WHO: Low-income young people ages 16–29 in Western Washington.
COST: Most services are free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 523-6200 or email info@nweducationaccess.org. Address: 6920 Roosevelt Way NE #355, Seattle, WA 98115.
PER SCHOLAS
Per Scholas provides no-cost, AI-enabled technology training, certifications, professional development, and job search support.
WHO: Residents of North and East King County and Snohomish County.
SERVICES:
- Provides no-cost technology training and industry certifications.
- Offers professional development and job search support.
- Helps participants prepare for technology careers.
COST: Training is offered at no cost.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (718) 991-8400 or apply online.
SCHOLARSHIP BOARD DIRECTORY
Scholarship Board Directory helps students compare trusted scholarship search tools and find scholarship resources that match their needs.
SERVICES:
- Scholarship Junkies: Offers a free, scam-free scholarship search tool with ad-free, automatically updated matches.
- Scholarships.com Provides a national scholarship search platform with vetted opportunities for many student types.
- Scholly Scholarships: Offers scholarship search support, school search tools, loan guidance, and student resources.
- theWashBoard.org Connects Washington students with Washington-based scholarships through free, profile-based matching.
WHO: Students seeking scholarship search tools, including Washington students looking for local scholarship opportunities.
COST: Listed scholarship search tools are free to use or offer free scholarship search support.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked scholarship board websites for current scholarship details and application instructions.
SEATTLE CENTRAL COLLEGE WORKFORCE EDUCATION
Seattle Central College Workforce Education helps eligible students access funding, employment support, and training pathways.
SERVICES:
- Supports students receiving Basic Food Benefits (SNAP) through BFET.
- Supports students receiving TANF through WorkFirst.
- Provides worker retraining for eligible students, including displaced workers, those receiving or that have exhausted unemployment benefits, veterans, displaced homemakers, and formerly self-employed students.
- Offers Opportunity Grant funding for approved tuition, fees, books, and supplies.
WHO: Residents of King County.
COST: Varies by program and eligibility.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 934-3854 or email WorkforceServices@seattlecolleges.edu. Address: Broadway Campus, BE5166.
SEATTLE INDIAN CENTER
Seattle Indian Center provides social services and community support for residents of King County, with a focus on American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
SERVICES:
- Provides food bank services and community meals.
- Offers education and employment support through a drop-in center.
WHO: Residents of King County, with a focus on American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
ELIGIBILITY: Varies by program.
COST: Most services are free; some assistance programs are discounted.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Call (425) 329-8700. Address: 624 South Dearborn Street, Seattle, WA 98134.
EMPLOYMENT
BASIC FOOD EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (BFET)
Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET) provides employment readiness support for Basic Food (SNAP) recipients who are not participating in TANF.
SERVICES:
- Provides employment readiness support for eligible Basic Food recipients.
- Helps participants connect with BFET providers.
- Supports referrals through DSHS offices or the Customer Service Contact Center.
WHO: Statewide Basic Food recipients age 16 or older who can work or participate in work-related activities for at least 20 hours per week.
COST: Free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Use the DSHS Find a Provider tool, contact a local DSHS Community Services Office, or call (877) 501-2233 and ask for a BFET referral.
CASA LATINA
Casa Latina advances the power of Latino immigrants through educational, economic, and community organizing opportunities.
SERVICES:
- Offers employment support.
- Provides education programs.
- Supports community organizing.
WHO: Latin American immigrants.
COST: Depends on the service provided.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Call (425) 869-6000 or email info@casa-latina.org. Address: 317 17th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144.
CIRCA JOBS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Circa Jobs for Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities to employers committed to building diverse workforces.
SERVICES:
- Connects job seekers with disabilities to disability-friendly employers.
- Provides a disability-focused job board.
- Offers job search resources and guidance.
WHO: Job seekers with disabilities.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (800) 984-3775 or email info@localjobnetwork.com.
disABLEDperson JOBS
DisABLEDperson Jobs provides an accessible job site that connects qualified applicants with employers committed to hiring individuals with disabilities.
SERVICES:
- Provides a fully accessible job search site.
- Connects applicants with disability-inclusive employers.
- Supports job seekers with diverse backgrounds.
WHO: Residents of King County.
COST: Most services are free; some assistance programs are discounted.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for current job listings and application details.
EVERGREEN GOODWILL
Evergreen Goodwill provides employment training and basic education for people experiencing significant barriers to economic opportunity.
SERVICES:
- Provides job training and basic education.
- Supports people facing barriers to economic opportunity.
- Offers employment pathways through regional training centers.
WHO: Residents of Northwest Washington.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 329-1000 or 1 (877) GIVE4GOOD. Address: 700 Dearborn Place South, Seattle, WA 98144.
IKRON – NORTH SEATTLE
IKRON Greater Seattle offers vocational, behavioral health, substance use, and integrated care services in an outpatient setting.
SERVICES:
- Provides employment services, career assessments, and evaluations.
- Offers behavioral health and mental health services.
- Provides substance use services.
- Offers integrated care through the PACT team.
WHO: People seeking vocational, behavioral health, substance use, or integrated care services.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 420-7949 or email ikrongreaterseattle@ikron.org. Address: Meridian Center Building, 10303 Meridian Avenue North, Suite 204, Seattle, WA 98133.
PACIFIC ASSOCIATES & WORKSOURCE
Pacific Associates & WorkSource supports Washington job seekers who need skill development, career counseling, employment connections, accessibility support, language support, or technology access.
SERVICES:
- Provides career counseling and skill development.
- Helps job seekers connect with employment opportunities.
- Offers accessibility, language, and technology support through WorkSource.
WHO: Washington residents seeking employment or career support.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website or the WorkSource South King County website. Address: 1833 North 105th Street, Suite 305, Seattle, WA 98133.
PIONEER HUMAN SERVICES
Pioneer Human Services supports justice-involved individuals through services that promote recovery, stability, career training, and community reintegration.
SERVICES:
- Provides addiction treatment.
- Offers mental health referrals.
- Supports housing stability.
- Provides career training.
WHO: Residents of King County, Pierce County, Spokane, and counties north of Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website or the Pioneer Human Services contact page.
SEATTLE JOBS INITIATIVE
Seattle Jobs Initiative helps underserved people gain skills, career navigation support, and access to living-wage careers.
SERVICES:
- Connects participants with employment training.
- Provides career navigation and personalized planning.
- Builds skills in goal-setting, communication, and interview readiness.
WHO: Residents of Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 628-6975. Address: 1200 12th Avenue South, Suite 160, Seattle, WA 98144.
SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY JOB & CAREER RESOURCES
Seattle Public Library Job & Career Resources helps Seattle residents find jobs, build resumes, learn skills, and access in-person and online career support.
SERVICES:
- Provides in-person job search help and employment workshops.
- Offers resume, cover letter, and career discovery tools.
- Connects users to online learning, certification, and English learner resources.
WHO: Seattle residents.
COST: Free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Resources are available for English language learners.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for current job and career resources.
WASHINGTON STATE EMPLOYMENT SECURITY DEPARTMENT
Washington State Employment Security Department helps Washington residents learn about benefits, apply for unemployment support, find jobs, access training, and connect with WorkSource services.
SERVICES:
- Explains unemployment and Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits.
- Helps job seekers connect with WorkSource support.
- Provides job training resources and veteran services.
WHO: Residents of King County.
COST: Most services are free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for jobs, training, and benefit information.
HOARDING & OVERCOLLECTING
COMPASSION & COMFORT CARE CLEANING
Compassion & Comfort Care Cleaning provides compassionate cleaning support for individuals and families, including hoarding-related cleanup needs.
SERVICES:
- Offers hoarding-related cleaning services through Bio Clean association.
- Connects clients with listed mental health providers when appropriate.
WHO: Individuals and families seeking compassionate cleaning or hoarding-related cleanup support.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (888) 412-6300 or email support@compassioncleaning.com. Address: 4801 56th Place Northeast, Suite A, Marysville, WA 98270.
HAPPY HAULER
Happy Hauler provides junk removal and cleanout services across Washington, including hoarding cleanups and estate cleanouts.
WHO: People seeking junk removal, cleanout, or hoarding cleanup services in Washington.
COST: Varies by service.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 784-0313 or email admin@happyhauler.com. Address: Seattle, WA 98107.
NORTHWEST HOARDING COALITION
Northwest Hoarding Coalition connects people with hoarding-related support, Full Life Care programs, and community support groups in the Puget Sound region.
SERVICES:
- Lists Full Life Care programs that may support people experiencing hoarding or excessive clutter.
- Shares hoarding and OCD-related community support group options.
WHO: People seeking hoarding-related support, clutter support, care services, or community support groups in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit their website to find a local support group.
SEATTLE HOARDING
Seattle Hoarding provides hoarding cleanup, clutter cleanup, animal hoarding cleanup, estate cleanout, rental cleanout, and odor treatment services.
WHO: People seeking hoarding, clutter, estate, rental, animal hoarding, or odor cleanup services.
COST: Varies by service.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 260-2031 or visit the linked website.
SERVICEMASTER OF SEATTLE
ServiceMaster of Seattle provides specialty restoration services, including hoarding cleanup, trauma cleanup, reconstruction, and content management.
WHO: People seeking hoarding cleanup or specialty restoration services in the Seattle and Woodinville area.
COST: Varies by service.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (425) 696-6207 or submit a service request through the linked website.
STERI-CLEAN WASHINGTON HOARDING CLEANUP
Steri-Clean Washington Hoarding Cleanup provides professional hoarding cleanup services throughout Washington with a person-centered approach.
SERVICES:
- Offers a statewide helpline for urgent cleanup needs.
- Lists Washington therapists who specialize in hoarding-related support.
WHO: People seeking hoarding cleanup services or hoarding-related therapist referrals in Washington.
COST: Varies by service.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (361) 500-6006 or email CustomerSupport@Steri-Clean.com.
RENTAL ASSISTANCE
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES OF WESTERN WASHINGTON
Catholic Community Services of Western Washington provides social services across Western Washington, including housing, food security, child and family services, mental health services, senior and disability services, shelter, and specialized support.
SERVICES:
- Provides housing and shelter support.
- Offers food security programs.
- Maintains a rent and utility assistance interest list when funding and capacity allow.
WHO: Residents of Western Washington.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes; more than 240 languages.
CONTACT: Call (206) 328-5696 or email info@ccsww.org. Address: 100 23rd Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144.
HOPELINK
Hopelink supports individuals and families by connecting food, financial assistance, energy assistance, housing, transportation, employment, education, and family development services.
SERVICES:
- Provides food, financial, energy, and housing assistance.
- Offers transportation, DART, Medicaid transportation, and mobility management services.
- Supports English for Work, financial capabilities, and family development.
WHO: People experiencing poverty, immigrants, refugees, and people with disabilities in North and East King County outside Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website to find Hopelink locations in North and East King County.
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
Jewish Family Services provides critical support to individuals and families facing housing instability, financial hardship, food insecurity, social isolation, domestic violence, health challenges, and resettlement needs.
SERVICES:
- Provides food access and financial assistance.
- Offers older adult and supportive living services.
- Provides refugee, immigration, and domestic violence services.
- Supports individuals and families facing housing instability and other challenges.
WHO: Jewish residents of King County.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 461-3240. Address: 1601 16th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122.
KEEP KING COUNTY HOUSED
Keep King County Housed provides rent assistance and eviction prevention support for King County renters who owe past-due rent or have an active eviction notice.
SERVICES:
- Provides rent assistance and eviction prevention support.
- Supports households with past-due rent or active eviction notices.
- Uses a waitlist and tiered prioritization system due to high demand.
- Partners with United Way of King County and community-based organizations.
WHO: King County renter households that owe back rent at their current address, have income at or below 80% AMI, and have a landlord willing to participate.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Apply through the United Way of King County rent help intake form on the linked website.
MARY’S PLACE
Mary’s Place provides rent help screening and homelessness prevention support for eligible families with children.
SERVICES:
- Screens eligible families for rent assistance.
- Uses a lottery process when funding is limited.
- Provides status updates by email after applications are submitted.
- Refers tenants facing eviction to legal help resources.
WHO: Families with one or more children under age 18, or children still in high school, who meet screening criteria related to past Mary’s Place shelter, diversion, outreach, eviction prevention, or rental assistance services.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Application information is available in Arabic and Tigrinya; interpreter availability is unknown.
CONTACT: Email MP_Prevention@marysplaceseattle.org for Mary’s Place Prevention Program questions. For eviction defense screening, call (855) 657-8387.
MULTI-SERVICE CENTER
Multi-Service Center provides energy assistance, rent and emergency assistance, and employment support for eligible South King County households.
SERVICES:
- Provides one-time rent assistance and limited emergency assistance.
- Offers utility and energy assistance for eligible households.
- Supports employment readiness, job search, application preparation, and career planning.
- Provides referrals through DSHS for Basic Food Employment and Training.
WHO: Eligible South King County households, including residents of Burien, Federal Way, Kent, Renton, SeaTac, Tukwila, and other listed service areas depending on the program.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (253) 517-2263 for the 24-hour appointment line or apply online.
PSLA RESOURCES
PSLA Resources connects people in Greater Seattle, King County, and Washington State with housing, eviction, homelessness prevention, health, financial, employment, and family service resources.
SERVICES:
- Lists eviction assistance and legal resources.
- Links to housing assistance, homelessness prevention, and housing search resources.
- Provides links to tenant counseling and utility assistance resources.
- Shares health, financial, employment, and family service resources.
WHO: People in Greater Seattle, King County, or Washington State seeking referrals to housing, financial, employment, health, or family support resources.
COST: Free to browse.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked resource websites for current eligibility details and application instructions.
QUEEN ANNE HELPLINE
Queen Anne Helpline helps prevent homelessness in Queen Anne, Magnolia, and South Lake Union through financial assistance and basic-needs support.
SERVICES:
- Provides eviction prevention and financial assistance.
- Helps with utility shut-off prevention.
- Assists with move-in costs for eligible new neighbors.
- Distributes clothing, food, and hygiene supplies.
WHO: People in Queen Anne, Magnolia, and South Lake Union who need financial assistance or basic-needs support.
COST: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and available resources.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 282-1540 or email info@queenannehelpline.org. Address: 311 West McGraw Street, Seattle, WA 98119.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL OF SEATTLE & KING COUNTY
St. Vincent de Paul of Seattle & King County provides crisis support, eviction prevention, basic needs assistance, food access, veterans support, case management, and community referrals.
SERVICES:
- Operates a crisis helpline for urgent needs such as rent, utilities, food, and basic supplies.
- Connects callers with neighborhood outreach teams and case management.
- Offers home visits through volunteer outreach teams.
- Provides veterans support, food bank access, and immigration-related services through Centro Rendu.
WHO: People in Seattle and King County seeking crisis support, eviction prevention, food access, veterans support, or community referrals.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Spanish-language services are available through Centro Rendu; other language services are unknown.
CONTACT: Call the SVdP Crisis Helpline at (206) 767-6449, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Centro Rendu immigration appointments: (253) 499-4245.
TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families provides temporary monthly cash assistance for eligible families in Washington State.
SERVICES:
- Provides temporary monthly cash assistance for eligible families.
- Supports families with pregnant individuals, minor children, or eligible relative caregivers.
- Offers Non-Needy TANF for caregivers of relative children.
- Connects eligible participants to WorkFirst employment support.
- Includes Diversion Cash Assistance for eligible families needing one-time help.
WHO: Washington families that meet TANF eligibility rules, including families with a pregnant individual, minor child, qualifying high school student, or eligible relative child in care.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Apply online, in person, by fax, by mail, or by phone. Call (877) 501-2233 for applications, interviews, and program information.
THE SALVATION ARMY
The Salvation Army provides rent assistance, utility assistance, and social services for eligible households in the Seattle White Center service area.
SERVICES:
- Provides rental assistance for households at risk of eviction.
- Offers utility assistance for households at risk of disconnection.
- Supports eligible households through the Seattle White Center Community Center.
- Requires documentation such as eviction notice, proof of income, proof of address, family size verification, and photo ID.
WHO: Households at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level in eligible ZIP codes served by the Seattle White Center Community Center.
COST: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and available resources.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 767-3150 ext. 458 on Monday morning at 8:30 AM to request an appointment. Social Services Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
UNITED CHURCHES EMERGENCY FUND
United Churches Emergency Fund provides limited rent, utility, and move-in assistance for eligible households in specific Seattle ZIP codes.
SERVICES:
- Provides up to $300 for rent, utility, or move-in costs when funding is available.
- Serves eligible households in ZIP codes 98103, 98105, 98115, and 98125.
- Limits assistance to once per household.
- Requires documentation such as a lease, utility bill, and identification.
WHO: Households in ZIP codes 98103, 98105, 98115, and 98125 that have not previously received assistance from United Churches Emergency Fund.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Spanish-language information is available; other language services are unknown.
CONTACT: Email director@ucef-seattle.org or call (206) 524-7885. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:30 AM to 12:15 PM.
UNITED WAY OF KING COUNTY RENT ASSISTANCE
United Way of King County Rent Assistance helps King County residents apply for rental assistance when funding is available.
SERVICES:
- Provides a client intake form for rental assistance screening.
- Connects applicants with United Way or partner organizations when selected.
- Allows applicants to check client intake form status.
- Notes that submitting the form does not guarantee assistance.
WHO: King County residents seeking rental assistance.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Spanish application access is available; other language services are unknown.
CONTACT: Apply through the client intake form on the linked website and monitor email, including spam or junk folders, for updates.
UNITED WAY OF KING COUNTY RESOURCES
United Way of King County Resources provides links to financial coaching, emergency financial support, paid leave guidance, disaster cash assistance, and related support programs.
SERVICES:
- Shares financial coaching resources for budgeting, debt, credit, and savings.
- Links to emergency loan and credit union resources.
- Provides paid leave and emergency financial support information.
- Links to Disaster Cash Assistance Program information.
WHO: Washington residents seeking financial assistance resources, paid leave information, or referrals to related support programs.
COST: Free to browse.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked resource websites for current eligibility details and application instructions.
WEST SEATTLE FOOD BANK
West Seattle Food Bank provides housing and utility assistance for eligible residents in West Seattle and White Center who are facing eviction, foreclosure, utility shut-offs, or move-in costs.
SERVICES:
- Provides partial rent, housing, utility, and move-in assistance.
- Supports residents facing eviction, foreclosure, utility shut-offs, or high move-in costs.
- Screens applicants through a monthly hotline process.
- Pays approved assistance directly to landlords or utility providers.
WHO: Residents who live in or are moving into West Seattle or White Center, including eligible ZIP codes 98106, 98116, 98126, 98136, and qualifying 98146 addresses.
COST: Free to apply; assistance is partial and depends on eligibility and available funding.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Call (206) 932-4357 between the 1st and 7th of the month and leave a voicemail with name, phone number, ZIP code, and assistance needed.
TRANSPORTATION
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ROAD TO RECOVERY
American Cancer Society Road to Recovery provides free rides to cancer-related medical appointments through trained volunteer drivers.
SERVICES:
- Provides rides to cancer-related medical appointments.
- Uses trained volunteer drivers when available.
- Requires advance scheduling several business days before the appointment.
WHO: Patients traveling to cancer-related medical appointments; additional eligibility requirements may apply.
COST: Free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (800) 227-2345 well in advance of the appointment date.
BIKE WORKS
Bike Works – Bikes-For-All promotes bicycling as a tool for youth empowerment, community resilience, and access to affordable transportation resources.
SERVICES:
- Offers youth and adult bicycle programs.
- Provides free and low-cost bicycle services.
- Runs Bikes-For-All bicycle giveaway support.
WHO: King County residents; eligibility varies by program.
COST: Most services are free; some assistance programs are discounted.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes; more than 240 languages.
CONTACT: Call (206) 695-2522 or email info@bikeworks.org. Address: Office and classrooms, 3715 South Hudson Street, Suite 111, Seattle, WA 98118.
HOPELINK
Hopelink supports people in North and East King County through transportation, mobility management, Medicaid transportation, DART, and other basic-needs programs.
SERVICES:
- Provides transportation and mobility management support.
- Offers DART and Medicaid transportation resources.
- Connects people to related food, housing, financial assistance, and family development services.
WHO: People experiencing poverty, immigrants, refugees, and people with disabilities in North and East King County outside Seattle.
COST: Unknown.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website to find Hopelink locations in North and East King County.
KING COUNTY METRO ACCESSIBLE SERVICES
King County Metro Accessible Services connects riders with disability-accessible transportation programs, transit training, and shuttle options across King County.
SERVICES:
- Offers Access Transportation paratransit for riders who cannot use traditional transit because of a disability.
- Provides free transit instruction for eligible riders with disabilities and seniors.
- Links riders to Easy Loop and Hyde Shuttle options.
WHO: Riders who need accessible transportation services, including people with disabilities and seniors.
COST: Varies by service; Easy Loop and transit instruction are free.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Visit the linked website for current accessible transportation options and eligibility details.
KING COUNTY METRO: ORCA LIFT & YOUTH RIDE FREE
ORCA LIFT – King County Metro provides reduced transit fares for eligible riders on select regional transit systems throughout the Puget Sound area.
SERVICES:
- Provides reduced fares through the ORCA LIFT card.
- Links riders to reduced fare, college student, youth, and subsidized annual pass options.
- Offers in-person enrollment support at listed locations.
WHO: Riders with gross household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
COST: Reduced fare; full adult fare may apply on agencies that do not offer reduced rates.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Assistance is available in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, and Portuguese; other languages are served by interpreter line.
CONTACT: Call (800) 756-5437 or email chap@kingcounty.gov. Address: Metro Seattle Office, 201 South Jackson Street, Seattle, WA 98104.
SOUND GENERATIONS: HYDE SHUTTLE & VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTATION
Sound Generations – Hyde Shuttle & Volunteer Transportation provides door-to-door transportation for older adults and people with disabilities in King County communities.
SERVICES:
- Provides door-to-door Hyde Shuttle service for eligible riders.
- Offers wheelchair-accessible transportation in participating service areas.
- Schedules rides with advance notice when availability allows.
WHO: Seniors age 55 and older and people with disabilities in King County communities.
COST: Free; donations are appreciated.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 727-6262 or (877) 415-3632. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
UTILITY ASSISTANCE
BYRD BARR PLACE
Byrd Barr Place helps Metro Seattle residents access energy assistance, food bank support, referrals, application help, and financial empowerment services.
SERVICES:
- Administers LIHEAP, SHEAP, and PSE HELP energy assistance programs.
- Offers food bank access through The Market.
- Provides referrals, application support, and free financial empowerment classes.
WHO: Metro Seattle residents who meet program service-area and income guidelines.
COST: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and available funding.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Call (206) 812-4940 or email energyassistance@byrdbarr.place. Address: 722 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122.
PUGET SOUND ENERGY BILL ASSISTANCE
Puget Sound Energy Bill Assistance helps residential customers apply for bill credits and monthly energy bill discounts through HELP and the Bill Discount Rate program.
SERVICES:
- Provides HELP bill credits of up to $1,000 for eligible customers.
- Offers monthly bill discounts of 5% to 45% through the Bill Discount Rate program.
- Uses income, household size, and county to determine eligibility.
WHO: Puget Sound Energy residential customers who meet income guidelines.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Unknown.
CONTACT: Apply through the linked HELP website or Bill Discount Rate application.
SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES
Seattle Public Utilities helps eligible Seattle households lower electricity, water, and waste bills through the City of Seattle Utility Discount Program.
SERVICES:
- Offers a 60% discount on Seattle City Light bills.
- Offers a 50% discount on Seattle Public Utilities bills.
- Supports renewals by phone or email when households are contacted to renew.
WHO: Eligible Seattle households struggling to pay electricity, water, or waste utility bills.
COST: Free to apply.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Interpretation services are available.
CONTACT: Apply online through the linked Utility Discount Program form. For renewals, call (206) 684-0268 or email UDP@Seattle.gov.
WEST SEATTLE FOOD BANK
West Seattle Food Bank provides housing and utility assistance for eligible residents in West Seattle and White Center who are facing eviction, foreclosure, utility shut-offs, or move-in costs.
SERVICES:
- Provides partial rent, housing, utility, and move-in assistance.
- Screens applicants through a monthly hotline process.
- Pays approved assistance directly to landlords or utility providers.
WHO: Residents who live in or are moving into West Seattle or White Center, including eligible ZIP codes 98106, 98116, 98126, 98136, and qualifying 98146 addresses.
COST: Free to apply; assistance is partial and depends on eligibility and available funding.
LANGUAGE SERVICES: Yes.
CONTACT: Call (206) 932-4357 between the 1st and 7th of the month and leave a voicemail with name, phone number, ZIP code, and assistance needed.
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