Des Moines

Local offices in Des Moines

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Older adults · City office

  Senior Services

  2045 S 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198

  Help here

  • Senior programs and mealsResidents age 50 and older can find wellness programs, daily meals, and social activities.
  Call 206-870-6527DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on desmoineswa.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Des Moines Library

  21620 11th Avenue S, Des Moines, WA 98198

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use computers and printers, or attend programs.
  Call 206-824-6066DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcls.org

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  21630 11th Avenue S, Suite A, Des Moines, WA 98198

  Help here

  • City information and customer serviceContact City Hall for help finding city services or reaching a city department.
  Call 206-878-4595DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on desmoineswa.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks and Recreation Community Enrichment Services

  2045 S 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and activitiesFind city classes, sports, youth programs, camps, and community events.
  Call 206-870-6527DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on desmoineswa.gov

City of Des Moines, Washington website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Des Moines

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of King County

Des Moines is in King County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Kent Public Health Center WIC

  25742 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 206-477-6950DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

• State office · State office

  King North Community Services Office

  9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office · State office

  King South Community Services Office

  1313 W Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office · State office

  King Eastside Community Services Office

  805 156th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98007

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office · State office

  Federal Way Community Services Office

  616 S 348th St., Federal Way, WA 98003

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• Human services · County office

  King County Department of Community and Human Services

  401 5th Ave., Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104

  Help here

  • Community and human services informationFind information about county funded housing, behavioral health, youth, veteran, and other community services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

Everything in King County

Washington programs by kind of help

These are run by Washington and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026