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Working Families Tax Credit for Washington workers

You could receive up to $1,290 back for tax year 2024 with the Working Families Tax Credit. See if you’re eligible today!

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Caregivers are community heroes.

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Washington Economic Justice Alliance

DSHS is proud to host this important work toward a Washington free of poverty, where everyone can thrive and experience joy, belonging and dignity.

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Prevent Opioid Overdoses

We all can and should do something to address opioid overdoses. Help keep our friends, family and community safe by learning the facts about fentanyl and how to prevent overdose deaths.

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Food, Cash & Medical

Food, Cash & Medical

  • Am I eligible for food stamps/EBT?
  • How do I apply for cash or food assistance?
  • How do I report food stamp/EBT fraud?
  • What is TANF and how can it help with my medical expenses?
  • What medical programs are available?
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Housing Assistance

Housing Assistance

 

  • What housing resources are available across the state?
  • Where can I find help preventing or ending homelessness?
  • Can you help me find affordable, safe housing?
  • Where can I find housing that meets a special need?
  • How can I apply for the Housing and Essential Needs Program?
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Office Locator

Office Locator

Our new office locator allows you to locate your nearest DSHS Office or Resource based on your zip code, city or county.

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Child Support

Child Support

  • How do I pay my child support?
  • How do I receive my court ordered child support?
  • How do I enroll for child support?
  • If I am raising my grandchild, can I collect child support from the parents?
  • How does domestic violence impact my case?
  • As an employer, how do I report a new hire on the Internet?
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Vocational Rehabilitation

Vocational Rehabilitation

  • Vocational rehabilitation
  • What services are available to me?
  • Contractors
  • Services for individuals with disabilities
  • Tribal vocational programs
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Adult Care

Adult Care

  • How do I report suspected abuse/neglect of a vulnerable adult?
  • How do I know if I am eligible for long-term care in my home or residential settings?
  • Can you help me find a long-term care facility in WA State?
  • How do I pay for long-term care?
  • Where can I find Caregiver support?
  • How do I become a long-term care provider?
  • How do I find deaf and hard of hearing services?
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Mental Health Services

Mental Health Services

  • How do I get free or low-cost health insurance to pay for treatment?
  • Who can I talk to in a crisis?
  • How is a person admitted to a state hospital?
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Disability Support

Disability Support

  • If I have a disability how do I find a job?
  • How can I find developmental disability information?
  • How do I apply for Social Security Disability and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
  • Is there assistive technology for people who are deaf, hard of hearing or deaf-blind?
  • I am trying to reach Disability Determination Services. What is the phone number?
  • I’m on Supplemental Security Income, can I still work?
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ESA Economic Services Administration

Economic Services Administration

Nearly one out of every four Washington citizens turns to the Department of Social and Health Services' Economic Services Administration for assistance with cash, food, child support, child care, disability determination, transition to employment, and other services.  Core services focus on:

  • Community Partnership Program
  • Community Services Office
  • Division of Child Support
  • Office of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance
  • Disability Determination Services

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OS Office of the Secretary

Office of the Secretary

  • Office of Communications
  • Advocacy and Community Relations
  • Office of Policy and Rules
  • Electronic Forms
  • Language Testing and Certification Program
  • Office of Diversity and Inclusion
  • Indian Policy

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FFA Facilities, Finance and Analytics Administration

Facilities, Finance and Analytics Administration

  • Background Checks
  • Research and Data Analysis
  • Capital Programs
  • Department Budget
  • Procurements and Contracting
  • Office of Fraud and Accountability
  • Finance Services
  • Office of Financial Recovery

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DVR Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

  • Services for Individuals with Disabilities
  • Resources for Job Seekers
  • Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
  • Contractors
  • Find Counselors for the Deaf
  • Find a DVR Office

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ALTSA Aging and Long-Term Support Administration

Aging and Long-Term Support Administration

Provides services that empower senior citizens and people with disabilities to remain independent and supported in settings of their choice. This is accomplished through person-centered case management that works with individuals to build a care plan that reflects the individual’s choices and preferences.

  • Long-Term Care Services & Information
  • Long-Term Care Professionals & Providers
  • Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
  • Tribal Affairs
  • Report Adult Abuse

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BHA Behavioral Health Administration

Behavioral Health Administration

  • Child Study and Treatment Center
  • Eastern State Hospital
  • Office of Forensic Mental Health Services
  • Services for American Indians and Alaska Natives
  • Western State Hospital
  • Community-Based Treatment
  • Special Commitment Center

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DDA Developmental Disabilities Administration

Developmental Disabilities Administration

Administers programs designed to assist individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to obtain services and supports based on individual preferences, capabilities, and needs.   DDA strives to develop and implement public policies that promote:

  • Contracts
  • Eligibility
  • Events and Training
  • Find a DDA Office
  • Programs and Services

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