Goldendale

Local offices in Goldendale

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

• State office

  Goldendale Branch Community Services Office

  808 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Food and cash benefitsApply for food or cash benefits, complete an eligibility interview, or report a change to your benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on apscareers.wa.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  WA 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 877-211-9274Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Local office · City office

  Goldendale City Hall

  1103 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • City servicesVisit or call City Hall for city forms, permits, public records, and other city services.Read more
  • Water and sewer billingPay water or sewer bills at City Hall, by phone, or online, and ask for help with your bill.Read more
  Call 509-773-3771DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.goldendale.wa.us

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Goldendale Senior Center

  Help here

  • Senior activities and community spacePeople over 50 can join activities, meet others, and use the center's community space.
  Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on goldendaleseniorcenter.org

• Library · Regional office

  Goldendale Community Library

  131 W Burgen St, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other items, use public computers and Wi-Fi, or reserve a study room.
  Call 509-773-4487DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on fvrl.org

City of Goldendale website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Goldendale

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

Offices for all of Klickitat County

Goldendale is in Klickitat County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · County office

  Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney, Child Support

  205 S Columbus Avenue, Room 106, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Child support establishment and enforcementContact the county prosecutor's office about establishing or enforcing child support.
  Call 509-773-5838DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov

• Local office · State office

  Washington 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Public health · County office

  Klickitat County Health Department

  115 W Court Street, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health information, prevention services, and help finding health resources.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support, healthy food, and referrals for pregnant people and families with young children.Read more
  Call 509-773-4565DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Klickitat County Behavioral Health

  115 S Golden Street, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Behavioral health crisis responseContact the county for help with a behavioral health crisis or referrals to support.
  Call 509-773-2419DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Klickitat County Superior Court

  205 S Columbus Avenue, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Court self-help resourcesFind court self-help links and information about forms and legal assistance.
  Call 509-773-5744DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Klickitat County Senior Services

  115 W Court Street, Suite 101, Goldendale, WA 98620

  Help here

  • Senior and caregiver supportGet information about caregiver support, meals, transportation, and services that help older adults live independently.
  Call 509-773-3757DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov

Everything in Klickitat 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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