# Homelessness Help Resources - Washington State ## National Resources - **National Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Phone:** 1-202-462-4822 - **Website:** [https://nationalhomeless.org](https://nationalhomeless.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, information, and connections to local resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. - **United Way 211:** - **Phone:** Dial 211 - **Website:** [https://www.211.org](https://www.211.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 assistance for finding shelters, food banks, and other local services. - **National Runaway Safeline (For Youth):** - **Phone:** 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) - **Text:** Text "HELP" to 66008 - **Website:** [https://www.1800runaway.org](https://www.1800runaway.org/) - **Services Provided:** Crisis support, family reunification services, and resources for runaway and homeless youth. ## Statewide Homelessness Support Services - **Washington State Department of Commerce - Office of Homeless Youth:** - **Phone:** 1-360-725-4000 - **Website:** [https://www.commerce.wa.gov](https://www.commerce.wa.gov/) - **Services Provided:** Homeless youth services, outreach programs, and support for runaway prevention. - **Washington State Housing Finance Commission:** - **Phone:** 1-800-767-4663 - **Website:** [https://www.wshfc.org](https://www.wshfc.org/) - **Services Provided:** Affordable housing resources, rental assistance programs, and homeownership education. - **Building Changes:** - **Phone:** 1-206-805-6100 - **Website:** [https://www.buildingchanges.org](https://www.buildingchanges.org/) - **Services Provided:** Support for families and youth experiencing homelessness, advocacy, and funding for housing stability. ## Regional Homelessness Support Services ### Seattle Area - **DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center):** - **Phone:** 1-206-464-1570 - **Website:** [https://www.desc.org](https://www.desc.org/) - **Office Location:** Seattle, WA - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, mental health services, and addiction recovery support. - **YouthCare:** - **Phone:** 1-800-495-7802 - **Website:** [https://www.youthcare.org](https://www.youthcare.org/) - **Office Location:** Seattle, WA - **Specialized Services:** Support for homeless youth, education programs, and job training. ### Spokane Area - **House of Charity - Catholic Charities Spokane:** - **Phone:** 1-509-624-7821 - **Website:** [https://www.cceasternwa.org](https://www.cceasternwa.org/) - **Office Location:** Spokane, WA - **Specialized Services:** Overnight shelter, meals, clothing, and medical care. ### Tacoma Area - **Tacoma Rescue Mission:** - **Phone:** 1-253-383-4493 - **Website:** [https://www.trm.org](https://www.trm.org/) - **Office Location:** Tacoma, WA - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, addiction recovery, family services, and meals. ## Online Resources - **Homeless Shelter Directory:** - **Website:** [https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org](https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/) - **Features:** Comprehensive list of shelters and resources by state and city. - **Coalition for the Homeless:** - **Website:** [https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org](https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/) - **Features:** Advocacy and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. ## Emergency Resources - **National Domestic Violence Hotline (For Domestic Violence Victims Facing Homelessness):** - **Phone:** 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) - **Text:** Text "START" to 88788 - **Website:** [https://www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **When to Call:** If domestic violence is contributing to homelessness. - **Veterans Crisis Line (For Homeless Veterans):** - **Phone:** 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) - **Text:** Text 838255 - **Website:** [https://www.veteranscrisisline.net](https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/) - **Services Provided:** Support for veterans facing housing instability. ## Educational Resources - **End Homelessness WA:** - **Website:** [https://www.endhomelessnesswa.org](https://www.endhomelessnesswa.org/) - **Description:** Resources on homelessness advocacy, community programs, and prevention strategies. ## Additional Support - **Hopelink:** - **Phone:** 1-425-869-6000 - **Website:** [https://www.hopelink.org](https://www.hopelink.org/) - **Services Provided:** Financial assistance, employment services, food banks, and housing programs. --- _Updated as of January 5, 2025. For corrections or additional information, please contact the Washington State Department of Commerce._