Complaints, Investigation and Advocacy offered at Office of Behavioral Health Advocacy
Hears complaints, researches and advocates for clients of the publicly funded behavioral health system in King County. Assists with grievance procedures if needed, including preparation for a State of Washington Fair Hearing.
Supports individuals and their families who are being served and supported in the Washington State behavioral health system.
Uses a trauma-informed approach to enhance behavioral health awareness, promote self-empowerment, and increase access to services.
Assists individuals, families, and communities across WA State with behavioral health needs and concerns.
The work of the OBHA is based on desired outcomes expressed by participants.
Provides information and referrals to all community members and assist with complaints, grievances, appeals, Mental Health Advanced Directives, and the Fair Hearings process.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Lynnwood
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Yakima
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offered by Social Security Administration in Downtown Seattle
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past or who are unable to work because of a disability. Checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability. Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past and who are now unable to work because of a disability.
The amount of the monthly disability benefit is based on the Social Security earnings record of the insured worker.
SSDI checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability, although claims may be filed before that time.
Claims may also be filed for up to 12 months retroactively.
Individuals with disabilities may qualify for vocational rehabilitation services which could result in a return to work.
Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Offers a Compassionate Allowances initiative that benefits people with certain rare diseases.
This initiative will fast-track applications for Social Security disability for applicants with any of 25 rare diseases and 25 cancers whose medical conditions are very severe.
Currently, many people with rare diseases experience lengthy delays when they apply for Social Security assistance because those making the decisions are not familiar with their diseases.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Hoquiam
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Independent Living Skills Training offered by Disability Empowerment Center in East King County
Provides skills training to help people with disabilities live independently in the community. Services may include household management, attendant care management, using assistive technology and finding and retaining housing & employment.
Provides skills training to empower people to live independently in the community.
Services may include:
- Information and referral
- Independent living skills training
- Peer support
- Finding and retaining housing
- How to apply for Social Security, DSHS or WA Apple Health (Medicaid)/Medicare
- Assistance with employment including help creating a resume, job search assistance and job preparation services.
All work is focused around the individual consumer's personal goals.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Mount Vernon
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Kennewick
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Basic Food Program offered by Refugee Women's Alliance in Seattle
Assists with the application for Basic Food benefits, determines if benefits are appropriate and reviews information sent by DSHS.
Offers support in applying for the state's Basic Food program.
Determines if the Basic Food benefits are appropriate, helps complete applications for benefits to receive immediate food assistance and reviews information sent from DSHS.
Helps applicants gather the required documentation.
ReWA case managers cannot determine final eligibility; it's up to DSHS staff to determine client eligibility for the program.
Senior Legal Advice Clinic (SLAC) offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Sequim
This program offers free legal consultation for, and/or on behalf of seniors age 60 and over, regarding civil legal issues.
Free legal services for older adults, age 60 and over. In-person clinics, (or individually by phone), offer 30-minute legal consultation for civil legal issues including estate planning, landlord/tenant rights, and Social Security.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offered by Social Security Administration in North Seattle
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past or who are unable to work because of a disability. Checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability. Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past and who are now unable to work because of a disability.
The amount of the monthly disability benefit is based on the Social Security earnings record of the insured worker.
SSDI checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability, although claims may be filed before that time.
Claims may also be filed for up to 12 months retroactively.
Individuals with disabilities may qualify for vocational rehabilitation services which could result in a return to work.
Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Offers a Compassionate Allowances initiative that benefits people with certain rare diseases.
This initiative will fast-track applications for Social Security disability for applicants with any of 25 rare diseases and 25 cancers whose medical conditions are very severe.
Currently, many people with rare diseases experience lengthy delays when they apply for Social Security assistance because those making the decisions are not familiar with their diseases.
Senior Rights Assistance offered at Federal Way Community Center
Volunteers provide free legal and consumer information. Assists with Social Security, elder law issues, estate planning, powers of attorney, probate, guardianship, and consumer, debt and bankruptcy issues.
Provides free legal and consumer information from trained volunteers on a number of topics related to their rights and options, including:
- Wills
- Powers of attorney
- Health care directives
- Guardianships
- Trusts
- Social Security
- Probate
- Living trusts
- Medicare
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offered by Social Security Administration in Burien
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past or who are unable to work because of a disability. Checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability. Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past and who are now unable to work because of a disability.
The amount of the monthly disability benefit is based on the Social Security earnings record of the insured worker.
SSDI checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability, although claims may be filed before that time.
Claims may also be filed for up to 12 months retroactively.
Individuals with disabilities may qualify for vocational rehabilitation services which could result in a return to work.
Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Offers a Compassionate Allowances initiative that benefits people with certain rare diseases.
This initiative will fast-track applications for Social Security disability for applicants with any of 25 rare diseases and 25 cancers whose medical conditions are very severe.
Currently, many people with rare diseases experience lengthy delays when they apply for Social Security assistance because those making the decisions are not familiar with their diseases.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) offered by Social Security Administration in Downtown Seattle
Provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability who have income and resources below specific financial limits. Washington pays an additional state supplement, and clients are automatically eligible for Medicaid as well as food benefits.
Provides monthly checks to people who are elderly, disabled and/or blind and meet other program eligibility guidelines.
The basic monthly check is the same in all states; some states add money to the basic rate.
Recipients are also eligible for WA Apple Health (Medicaid) and may be eligible for Social Security and food benefits.
WASHCAP (Washington State Combined Application Program) Applicants for SSI will be asked if they want to apply for food benefits and may choose the Basic Food Benefits plan or WASHCAP benefits. WASHCAP is a joint effort between the Social Security Administration and DSHS to simplify the way food assistance is delivered to SSI recipients.
WASHCAP recipients benefit because they
- Need only contact SSA to report changes in their circumstances
- Are certified for benefits for 36 months
- May receive a larger monthly benefit
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Kent
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) offered by Social Security Administration in Bellevue
Provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability who have income and resources below specific financial limits. Washington pays an additional state supplement, and clients are automatically eligible for Medicaid as well as food benefits.
Provides monthly checks to people who are elderly, disabled and/or blind and meet other program eligibility guidelines.
The basic monthly check is the same in all states; some states add money to the basic rate.
Recipients are also eligible for WA Apple Health (Medicaid) and may be eligible for Social Security and food benefits.
WASHCAP (Washington State Combined Application Program) Applicants for SSI will be asked if they want to apply for food benefits and may choose the Basic Food Benefits plan or WASHCAP benefits. WASHCAP is a joint effort between the Social Security Administration and DSHS to simplify the way food assistance is delivered to SSI recipients.
WASHCAP recipients benefit because they
- Need only contact SSA to report changes in their circumstances
- Are certified for benefits for 36 months
- May receive a larger monthly benefit
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in North Seattle
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Legal Services and Advocacy for Youth offered by TeamChild in King County
Provides advocacy and access to community-based services for youth, ages 12 through 24. Staff will need to speak with the youth directly.
Provides civil legal advocacy to youth primarily between 12-24 years old. TeamChild’s legal team works to secure community-based services, help youth access appropriate education, healthcare, mental/behavioral health resources, safe and stable housing, navigate school discipline, and works with youth incarcerated in the Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) system. Advocacy efforts focus on education and school-related issues such as enrollment, school discipline and access to special education; securing safe and stable housing for youth; and helping clients access public benefits, including health care, mental health services, DDA and other support. Advocacy also includes post-conviction relief, including records sealing, restitution modifications, and assisting youth with reentry supports when returning to community from incarceration.
Note: TeamChild does not provide criminal defense representation to youth or adults involved in the juvenile delinquency or adult criminal systems, nor does it offer family law representation, including child custody issues.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Centralia
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offered by Social Security Administration in Kent
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past or who are unable to work because of a disability. Checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability. Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Provides monthly checks for people who have worked in the past and who are now unable to work because of a disability.
The amount of the monthly disability benefit is based on the Social Security earnings record of the insured worker.
SSDI checks may start at the sixth full month of the disability, although claims may be filed before that time.
Claims may also be filed for up to 12 months retroactively.
Individuals with disabilities may qualify for vocational rehabilitation services which could result in a return to work.
Recipients of SSDI may also be eligible for Medicare benefits.
Offers a Compassionate Allowances initiative that benefits people with certain rare diseases.
This initiative will fast-track applications for Social Security disability for applicants with any of 25 rare diseases and 25 cancers whose medical conditions are very severe.
Currently, many people with rare diseases experience lengthy delays when they apply for Social Security assistance because those making the decisions are not familiar with their diseases.
Senior Legal Advice Clinics (SLAC) offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Port Townsend
Provides individual client services and limited legal representation to help elders secure rights, benefits, and entitlements.
Free legal services for older adults, age 60 and over. In-person clinics, (or individually by phone), offer 30-minute legal consultation for civil legal issues including estate planning, landlord/tenant rights, and Social Security.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Olympia
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Social Security Benefits offered by Social Security Administration in Spokane
Provides monthly cash payments for people ages 62 and older. Manages Social Security numbers, claims, late Social Security checks and applications.
Provides monthly cash payments for people age 62 and older who have earned Social Security benefits based on prior work. Benefit amounts depend upon wages earned and the number of quarters of coverage credited to the individual's Social Security record.
Handles requests for Social Security numbers, claims, etc.
Also handles late Social Security check inquiries.
Clients should wait until the 6th of each month to receive a check; check renewal takes an average of two to three weeks.
This program is based on taxes paid into the Social Security system by workers.
Taxes pay for Social Security benefits and for part of Medicare coverage.
Provides replacement Social Security cards.
Senior Legal Advice Clinic (SLAC) offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Forks
This program offers free legal consultation for, and/or on behalf of seniors age 60 and over, regarding civil legal issues.
Free legal services for older adults, age 60 and over. In-person clinics, (or individually by phone), offer 30-minute legal consultation for civil legal issues including estate planning, landlord/tenant rights, and Social Security.
Lawyer Referral offered at King County Bar Association
Provides assessment of legal needs and referral to private attorneys.
Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) helps people find the right attorney to hire that can help with their particular legal issue. Referrals are to paid attorneys only; LRS is not a pro bono service. LRS has attorney members in most areas of law. Translation services available.