With the election now behind us, many people may be feeling a mix of emotions as we look to what’s ahead. At King County, there is a lot to be proud of in the work carried out by our community partners to drive key initiatives into action and provide vital services to the residents of King County.
The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) expects to see changes at a national level on issues close to home. In these moments, it’s important to remember that King County is committed to working together to build a region where every person has the opportunity to thrive, where inclusivity and equity are celebrated for the value they bring to our community and each other. King County will remain a welcoming place for all.
We are thankful for the hundreds of partners DCHS has the privilege to collaborate with daily. The ways in which each of these organizations supports and uplifts communities reinforce the importance of working together to build a community that works for all of us.
The human services network provides some of the most vital programs in our communities—at times, it is rewarding and challenging – and it is always essential.
Though we don’t know everything that will happen in the coming months and years, we have the tools and experience to cultivate and maintain the connections that our community needs for systemic solutions because that is how we solve systemic issues. Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together in the coming months and years to meet the needs of our community.
Here are a few resources for reference, and you can continue to follow us on our blog for updates.
Resource Connection
The Resource Access Team, a multifunctional customer service team within DCHS, serves as a centralized information and resource referral system, making it easier for residents of King County to access the services they need. Connect with the Resource Access Team to get help connecting to resources, navigating services, or bridging short-term financial gaps. Call or chat with the team or use our self-serve resource database.
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder
We collaborate with hundreds of community providers so community members can get the behavioral health care and treatment they need, when, where, and how they need it. Here is how to connect to services.
- Search our map to find a provider in your community to call and learn about their services for mental health and/or drug or alcohol use.
- 988 or the Regional Crisis Line: 206-461-3222 if you or a loved one are experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
- Washington Recovery Help Line: 866-789-1511 to connect to substance use services and support.
- Client Services Line: 1-800-790-8049 *For Medicaid Clients* to access mental health and/or substance use services.
- 24/7 buprenorphine prescribing hotline: (206) 289-0287 to connect to treatment for opioid use disorder.
- Carry Naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose and be ready to save a life. Find Naloxone or have it sent to your door here.
Immigrant and Refugee Resources
- The King County Immigrant and Refugee Program has information about health services, immigrant and refugee rights, and public charge.
King County Veterans Program
The King County Veterans Program (KCVP) works with partners across the region to provide financial, housing, wellness, employment, and other supportive services to veterans, servicemembers, and their families throughout King County. Visit KCVP’s Northgate or Seattle office or call (206) 263-8387. Learn more.