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Last updated: 8/8/2023

Community Resources Directory

Child care

Have unstable housing? Looking for other support?

NTPS Homeless Assistance
NTPS Family & Youth Resource Center
Comprehensive list of community resources (Crisis Clinic website)

Name & Description	Contact Information
Child Care Aware Washington Help with finding quality care in your community. Statewide resource and childcare referral program.	https://childcareawarewa.org Family Center for child care referrals: 1-800-446-1114 familycenter@childcare.org
CIELO Family, education, financial and health resources for Latinos in the South Sound. (Familia, educación, recursos financieros y de salud) **Childcare is not available at CIELO, but they can help connect you with other childcare resources.	https://cieloprograms.org 360-709-0931 info@cieloprograms.org
Boys & Girls Club of Thurston County The local branch of the national organization provides after-school programs for young people. Currently operating out of their location on Tracey Lane SE and in the Raj Manhas Activity Center near North Thurston High School.	https://bgctc.org/lacey 360-438-6811 info@bgctc.org
TOGETHER! Thurston Together offers a free Clubhouse before- and after-school program hosted at several NTPS schools.	https://watogether.org/ 360-493-2230 info@watogether.org
YMCA Y Care Local YMCA YCare locations at several NTPS schools and other childcare options. **Military families can transfer to either Seven Oaks or Horizons Elementary to take advantage of earlier/later Y Care hours.	https://southsoundymca.org 360-918-0400 childcare@ssymca.net

Food & Supplies

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Name & Description	Contact Information
Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason, & Thurston Counties Health assistance, housing guidance, and much more, to help lessen the impact of poverty on those in our community.	https://caclmt.org/ 360-438-1100 3020 Willamette Drive NE, Lacey info@caclmt.org
Community Youth Services Offering services to youth at-risk and their families, including housing, behavioral health & wellness, and more.	https://communityyouthservices.org/ 360-943-0780 711 State Avenue NE, Olympia
Dry Tikes & Wet Wipes An organization that supplements the diaper needs of low-income families. Serving Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and the surrounding area.	https://www.drytikesandwetwipes.org 360-584-8684 3700 Martin Way E, Suite 110 lance@drytikes.org
GRuB Works with marginalized young people, families with low incomes, students, seniors experiencing hunger, tribal communities, and veterans with education and action around growing and preparing good food.	https://www.goodgrub.org 2016 Elliott Avenue NW, Olympia 360-753-5522
NTPS Family & Youth Resource Center Hygiene, food, and school supply bags with drive-up-and-go distribution on a regular schedule for NTPS students and their families. Children are not required to be present.	https://www.nthurston.k12.wa.us/fyrcenter 360-412-4484 200 Sleater-Kinney Road NE, Olympia fyrcinfo@nthurston.k12.wa.us
ParentHelp123 Information about state-benefit programs and local resources to help families find services in their community.	http://www.parenthelp123.org 800-322-2588 help@parenthelp123.org
Rosie's Place Engagement Center Drop in for snacks, shower times, warm clothing, laundry services, hygiene supplies, and more. Hours vary; please check the website.	https://communityyouthservices.org 360-918-7828 520 Pear Street SE, Olympia lzsnyder@communityyouthservices.org
Sacred Heart Emergency Outreach Food pantry, hygiene supplies, and financial assistance. Hours vary; please check the website.	https://www.sacredheartlacey.com 360-491-0890 812 Bowker Street SE, Lacey staff@3hearts.org
Salvation Army Food pantry, shelter, addiction services, and more.	https://olympia.salvationarmy.org 360-352-8596 1505 4th Ave E, Olympia marcelino.soriano@usw.salvationarmy.org
The Community Kitchen As part of Catholic Community Services, it serves nutritious lunch and dinner meals on Monday-Saturday throughout the year. Hours vary; check the website.	https://ccsww.org 253-642-7514 808 5th Avenue SE, Olympia petere@ccsww.org
Thurston County Food Bank (including Lacey Food Pantry) Distribution days and hours vary. Olympia location: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:30 am-3:00 pm. Lacey Food Pantry: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm (also 4:00-6:00 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month).	https://thurstoncountyfoodbank.org 360-352-8597 Lacey Food Pantry: 7027 Martin Way E Olympia Location: 220 Thurston Ave NE
Union Gospel Mission Hot meals (check website for schedule), overnight shelter, dental clinic, and more.	https://www.ougm.org 360-709-9725 413 Franklin Street NE, Olympia
United Way Help Emergency assistance of any kind, including finding food, mental health support, immigrant support, and other local assistance.	http://www.211.org 800-572-4357 or dial 211
Washington Connection to Services This service offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services, such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare programs.	https://www.washingtonconnection.org
Washington State DSHS Food, Cash, Medical Food stamps, benefits, medical program services, and more from the Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).	https://www.dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical 877-501-2233

Housing & Finance

Have unstable housing? Getting evicted and needing help? Need more support?

What to do if you receive an eviction notice or want to know more about tenant rights in WA >> (PDF, English)
NTPS Homeless Assistance
NTPS Family & Youth Resource Center
Comprehensive list of community resources
Find Shelter (from the US Dept of Housing & Urban Development)

Driver's License Support

Name & Description	Contact Information
Additional Requirements for Emergent Needs (AREN) DSHS program to help keep clients in their housing, prevent utility disconnection or get clients into housing they can afford. Cash assistance application may be required.	https://www.dshs.wa.gov https://www.dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical 877-501-2233
Catholic Community Services Provides rental assistance, integrated services, and housing help.	https://ccsww.org 360-753-3340 info@ccsww.org
CIELO Family, education, financial and health resources for Latinos in the South Sound. (Familia, educación, recursos financieros y de salud)	https://cieloprograms.org 360-709-0931 info@cieloprograms.org
Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason, & Thurston Counties Health assistance, housing guidance, and much more, to help lessen the impact of poverty on those in our community.	https://caclmt.org/ 360-438-1100 3020 Willamette Drive NE, Lacey info@caclmt.org
Community Youth Services Offering services to youth at-risk and their families, including housing, behavioral health & wellness, and more.	https://communityyouthservices.org/ 360-943-0780 711 State Avenue NE, Olympia
Employment Security Department Unemployment Benefits Apply for unemployment benefits - step-by-step instructions.	https://esd.wa.gov/unemployment
Eviction Defense Hotline From the Northwest Justice Program. Interpreters are available in all languages.	https://nwjustice.org/eviction-help 1-855-657-8387
Family Support Center of the South Sound Emergency shelter, housing assistance, case management, counseling, mental health support, life skills, advocacy, resources, and more.	http://fscss.org/ 360-754-9297 3545 7th Avenue SW, Suite 200, Olympia
Help and Assistance for Washington Homeowners Mortgage assistance and foreclosure prevention information for Washington state homeowners. From the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions.	https://dfi.wa.gov/homeownership 1-877-894-HOME
Homes First A non-profit that creates and maintains safe, healthy, and affordable rental homes for those in need.	https://www.homesfirst.org 360-236-0920 homes@homesfirst.org
Housing & Essential Needs Program To get a HEN referral, you must apply for Cash and Food Assistance and if you are eligible, you get a HEN referral from a local provider.	https://www.dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical 800-865-7801
Housing Authority of Thurston County Offers rental assistance for low-income and at-risk individuals and families.	https://www.hatc.org 360-753-8292 frontd@hatc.org
Low-Income Apartment Finder A non-profit website that connects low-income households with affordable apartment communities throughout Washington State.	https://aptfinder.org 253-383-3861 sheila@aptfinder.org
Northwest Justice Project Free legal assistance with housing, family safety, income security, health care, and more.	https://nwjustice.org 1-855-657-8387 Ages 60+ call: 1-888-387-7111
Olympia Credit Union Open Doors Loan Program A program specifically for households that need extra support.	https://olycu.org 360-754-5559 loans@olycu.org
Pierce County AIDS Foundation - Olympia Office Offers rental assistance and more for people living with HIV in the South Sound.	https://www.pcaf-wa.org 360-352-2375 info@pcaf-wa.org
Rochester Organization of Families (ROOF) Offers rental assistance, and more services to those in the Rochester area.	http://www.roofcommunityservices.org 360-273-6375
Rosie's Place Engagement Center Drop in for snacks, shower times, warm clothing, laundry services, hygiene supplies, and more. Hours vary; please check the website.	https://communityyouthservices.org 360-918-7828 Program line 360-918-7879 520 Pear Street SE, Olympia lzsnyder@communityyouthservices.org
Sacred Heart Emergency Outreach Food pantry, hygiene supplies, and financial assistance. Hours vary; please check the website.	https://www.sacredheartlacey.com 360-491-0890 812 Bowker Street SE, Lacey staff@3hearts.org
SafePlace Olympia No walk-in clients; call the 24-hour helpline.	https://www.safeplaceolympia.org 360-754-6300 24-hour helpline 360-786-8754 business line 521 Legion Way SE, Olympia
Salvation Army Food pantry, shelter, addiction services, and more.	https://olympia.salvationarmy.org 360-352-8596 1505 4th Ave E, Olympia marcelino.soriano@usw.salvationarmy.org
Senior Services Home Share Program Home providers offer accommodation to those looking for housing in exchange for a form of support.	https://www.southsoundseniors.org 360-586-6181 ext. 111 rhutchinson@southsoundseniors.org
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Provides temporary cash for families in need. You must apply to find out if you qualify. Applications are processed through Washington Connection.	https://www.washingtonconnection.org 877-501-2233
Tenant Services at Solid Ground Assistance with tenant issues and more.	https://solid-ground.org 206-694-6767 Open for messages Mondays & Thursdays 10:30 am–1:30 pm
Thurston County Volunteer Legal Services Providing free legal advice and information for civil (non-criminal) matters to low-income residents of Thurston County.	https://tcvls.org 360-890-4678
TOGETHER! Offers rental assistance, among other services.	http://watogether.org 360-999-0546 info@watogether.org
Union Gospel Mission Hot meals (check website for schedule), overnight shelter, dental clinic, and more.	https://www.ougm.org 360-709-9725 413 Franklin Street NE, Olympia
United Way Help Emergency assistance of any kind, including finding food, mental health support, immigrant support, and other local assistance.	http://www.211.org Call 211 or 800-572-4357
Washington Connection to Services This service offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services, such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare programs.	https://www.washingtonconnection.org
Washington Law Help Resources, documents, and online resources to help know your rights and understand the courts and procedures.	https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org
Washington State Office of the Attorney General Information for tenants and landlords in Washington State.	https://www.atg.wa.gov/landlord-tenant 360-753-6200
Washington State DSHS Food, Cash, Medical Food stamps, benefits, medical program services, and more from the Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).	https://www.dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical 800-501-2233
Yelm Community Services Offers rental assistance.	http://yelmcommunityservices.com/housing-services 360-458-7000

Internet & Utilities

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Name & Description	Contact Information
Access from AT&T Low-cost ($10/month) for households that qualify.	https://www.att.com/internet/access
Comcast Internet Essentials Two months free and $10/month thereafter for those that are on assistance programs/free lunch.	https://www.internetessentials.com 855-846-8376
Affordable Connectivity Program Formerly Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. Monthly help with connectivity bills.	https://www.fcc.gov/acp
Molina Healthcare Safelink Wireless Free smartphone, 3GB of data, and 350 monthly minutes to those that qualify. Apply online or over the phone.	https://www.safelink.com 877-631-2550
Life Line Support Federally funded internet assistance.	https://www.lifelinesupport.org
NTPS Hot Spot Request Form NTPS Families can request a hotspot for their student to use their Chromebook.	Contact your student's school to request a hotspot from their Teacher-Librarian.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Provide federal funds to help families with energy costs	https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/programs/liheap/about 202-401-9351
Puget Sound Energy Bill Assistance Program A program created to help residential customers facing financial hardship.	https://www.pse.com

LGBTQIA+

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Name & Description	Contact Information
Capital City Pride The organization that runs the annual Pride Festival & Parade	https://www.capitalcitypride.net
Crisis Clinic Thurston/Mason 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, just call.	http://www.crisis-clinic.org 360-586-2800
Foster Care Helpline Helpline specifically for LGBTQ+ youth in Foster Care	1-866-LGBTeen
Mary Bridge Gender Health Care Provides education, counseling, and affirming medical support.	Website
Pizza Klatch Youth organization that offers facilitated group support for LGBTQIA+ youth.	https://pizzaklatch.org
Stonewall Youth Founded in 1991, Stonewall Youth is a youth-led organization that empowers LGBTQ+ youth to speak for themselves, support each other, educate our communities, and work for social justice.	https://www.stonewallyouth.org
TransFamilies Runs parent support groups, a trans youth leadership program, special topics groups, and youth support groups, with more programs in development.	855-443-6337
Trans Lifeline A hotline and microgrants organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis.	877-565-8860 https://www.translifeline.org
Trevor Project Focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth, they offer a toll-free telephone number where confidential assistance is provided by trained counselors.	1-866-488-7386 (24-hour suicide hotline) TrevorTEXT (24-hour texting with counselor) Text START to 678678 https://www.thetrevorproject.com

Medical & Dental

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Name & Description	Contact Information
Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) For children from birth up to age 6 who are insured by Washington Apple Health (Medicaid)	https://abcd-dental.org/resources/for-families 360-539-7576 x103 1217 Fourth Ave E, Suite 200, Olympia palmerk@crhn.org
DentistLink (Arcora Foundation) Uninsured or insured, they can help you find a dentist.	https://www.dentistlink.org 844-888-5465 Mon-Fri 8:00 am–5:00 pm Se habla Español.
Neighborhood Health Dental at Providence St. Peter Hospital For families that are uninsured or Apple Health. Comprehensive dental services for all ages.	https://neighborcare.org/clinics 360-456-8844 525 Lilly Road NE, Suite 110, Olympia
Olympia Union Gospel Mission Dental Clinic Mon-Fri 8:00 am-3:00 pm, call to make an appointment.	https://www.ougm.org/dental-clinic 360-943-6400 309 Washington Street NE, Olympia
Olympia Union Gospel Mission Vision Clinic Mon-Fri 9:00 am-4:00 pm, call to make an appointment.	https://www.ougm.org/vision-clinic 360-709-9725 413 Franklin Street NE, Olympia
ParentHelp123 Food & health benefits, local services in our area.	http://www.parenthelp123.org/ 800-322-2588
SeaMar Dental Clinic Mon-Sat, 8:00 am-5:00 pm.	https://www.seamar.org/thurston-dental-lacey.html 360-359-4860 669 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey
SeaMar Medical Clinic, Lacey Mon-Fri 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Primary care family medicine, preventative health exams, prenatal care, minor procedures, etc.	https://www.seamar.org/open-enrollment.html https://www.seamar.org/thurston-medical-lacey.html 360-359-4840 669 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey
SeaMar Walk-In Clinic Call first; telemedicine visits are available. Open 7 days a week, 9:00 am-8:00 pm.	https://www.seamar.org/thurston-medical-thurston.html 360-742-5000 3622 Ensign Rd NE, Suite A, Olympia
Washington State DSHS Food, Cash, Medical Food stamps, benefits, medical program services, and more from the Washington Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).	https://www.dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical 877-501-2233

Mental Health

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Name & Description	Contact Information
3 Points Healing Serving families and their children 10 years and older.	360-488-8211 3435 Martin Way E, Suite C, Olympia https://www.3pointshealing.com
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Suicide Resource Center	https://www.aacap.org
Behavioral Health Resources Intakes via phone, can come into the office & completed via a phone.	http://www.bhr.org 360-704-7170 3857 Martin Way E, Suite B, Olympia
Catholic Community Services Behavioral Health Office Behavioral health services for families & youth in Thurston & Mason counties.	https://ccsww.org 360-878-8248 1202 Black Lake Boulevard SW, Olympia
Catholic Community Services Crisis Stabilization	https://ccsww.org 253-850-2500
CIELO Family, education, financial and health resources. (Familia, educación, recursos financieros y de salud)	https://cieloprograms.org 360-709-0931
Community Youth Services Offering services to youth at-risk and their families. Shelter/Housing, behavioral health & wellness, etc.	https://communityyouthservices.org 360-943-0780 711 State Avenue NE, Olympia
Crisis Clinic Thurston/Mason 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, just call.	http://www.crisis-clinic.org 360-586-2800
Crisis Text Line Connect with a Crisis Counselor. 24/7 support, text 741741. Text "Hello," "Start," or "Home" to begin the conversation.	https://www.crisistextline.org Text 741741
Crisis Clinic Youth Line For youth, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, just call.	http://www.crisis-clinic.org 360-586-2777
Olympia Free Clinic Provides no-cost medical and mental health services	https://www.theolympiafreeclinic.org 360-890-4074 Walk-in Clinic 520 Lilly Road NE, Building 3, Olympia 5:00–7:00 pm, Mondays & Wednesdays to speak with a staff member
Pathways Mental Health Not for crisis service, case management, or medication management. Telehealth & limited face-to-face appointments currently.	https://www.pathwaysmhs.org 360-799-5782 436 McPhee Rd SW, Olympia telemed-lacey@pathwaysmhs.org
Rehab Spot Education and support on drugs and substance abuse.	https://www.rehabspot.com 877-648-4288
SeaMar Behavioral Health Telehealth using Zoom platform. Intakes, therapy.	https://www.seamar.org/thurston-bh-tumwater.html 360-704-7590 6334 Littlerock Rd SW, Tumwater
Seattle Children's Mental Health Referral Service Call and be connected with mental health providers in your area.	https://www.seattlechildrens.org 833-303-5437
South Sound Behavioral Hospital Free mental health assessments 24/7.	https://www.southsoundbehavioralhospital.com 1-844-949-8888
Suicide Prevention Lifeline If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, available 24/7.	https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org Call 988 or text 988 or 1-888-628-9454
True North Chemical Dependency Help Group services, telehealth visits, and more. In-person assessments by appointment.	https://truenorth113.org 360-464-6867 6005 Tyee Drive SW, Tumwater
Thurston-Mason Behavioral Health Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Information	http://tmbho.org/crisis-information/
Washington 2-1-1 Helps to connect you to community resources statewide	https://wa211.org

New Neighbors (Immigration)

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Name & Description	Contact Information
Catholic Immigration Legal Services Provides quality legal immigration assistance to low-income residents of Washington.	Website 206-323-6336 ccskingcountyinfo@ccsww.org
CIELO Family, education, financial and health resources for Latinos in the South Sound. (Familia, educación, recursos financieros y de salud)	https://cieloprograms.org 360-709-0931 info@cieloprograms.org
Immigration Resources - City of Seattle Resource for citizenship applications.	Website
Northwest Justice Project Provides free legal assistance for low-income families across the state.	https://www.nwjustice.org 206-707-7232
Rivera Law Offices-Olympia	360-705-8200 1800 Cooper Point Rd SW #14 Olympia, WA 98502 https://www.riveralawoffices.com
Thurston County Volunteer Legal services Provides free legal advice and information for civil (non-criminal) matters to low-income residents of Thurston County.	360-705-8194 https://tcvls.org
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Office of Refugee and Immigration	Website
World Relief of Western Washington Resettlement services	253-277-1121 Website

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