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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.

Offers assistance with orientation and navigation of services including employment and housing applications, short-term rent assistance, and connection to community resources.

Provides peer counseling, referrals and assistance to Somali and other refugee and immigrant populations. Case managers can assist with filling out immigration and citizenship paperwork, completing housing applications and applications for other benefits including basic food, WIC, SSI/SSDI.   If client requires further assistance, helps them get connected to the appropriate agency. Also provides translation and interpretation and cultural as well as behavioral orientations.

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

St. Vincent de Paul of Tacoma–Pierce County operates two service hubs that together provide a continuum of care for community members experiencing crisis, instability, or homelessness. The Community Resource Center, serves individuals and couples across Pierce County. The CRC offers walk-in access five days a week with no appointment required. Services include immediate basic-needs support such as food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and survival gear, as well as housing and shelter navigation for those experiencing homelessness. Case managers also provide assistance with mental health and substance use supports, and offer specialized navigation for Native and bilingual community members. The Family Resource Center, focuses on families with children, multigenerational households, and young adults ages 18–24. The FRC provides bilingual case management and resource navigation tailored to family and young-adult needs, including for Hispanic and immigrant populations. The site also offers on-site showers and laundry for unhoused households, along with comprehensive housing and shelter navigation designed to help families achieve stability. The Community Resource Center does not provide direct rental assistance.

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 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.

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

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.

St. Vincent de Paul of Tacoma–Pierce County operates two service hubs that together provide a continuum of care for community members experiencing crisis, instability, or homelessness. The Community Resource Center, serves individuals and couples across Pierce County. The CRC offers walk-in access five days a week with no appointment required. Services include immediate basic-needs support such as food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and survival gear, as well as housing and shelter navigation for those experiencing homelessness. Case managers also provide assistance with mental health and substance use supports, and offer specialized navigation for Native and bilingual community members. The Family Resource Center, focuses on families with children, multigenerational households, and young adults ages 18–24. The FRC provides bilingual case management and resource navigation tailored to family and young-adult needs, including for Hispanic and immigrant populations. The site also offers on-site showers and laundry for unhoused households, along with comprehensive housing and shelter navigation designed to help families achieve stability. The Community Resource Center does not provide direct rental assistance.

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

Provides a "mobile consulate" at pop-up locations throughout the state during set dates and times.

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

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

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.

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 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.

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

Helps Spanish-speakers find needed social, health, or human resources in their community. Also provides individual advocacy and assists filling out documents.

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