Jefferson County
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Local offices in Jefferson County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Port Townsend Community Services Office
2507 Evans Vista, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Help here
- Food, cash, and medical assistanceResidents can apply for or get help with state food, cash, and medical assistance programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
Washington 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get referrals to local help with housing, food, health care, utility bills, and other needs.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org
Public health · County office
Jefferson County Public Health
615 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides health programs, screenings, and referrals for county residents.
- WICWIC offers food benefits, nutrition support, and health screenings to eligible pregnant and postpartum people and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jeffersoncountypublichealth.org
Older adults · Regional office
Olympic Area Agency on Aging
2500 W Sims Way, Unit 203, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Help here
- Aging and disability information and assistanceOlder adults and people with disabilities can get help finding services and understanding their options.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on o3a.org
Veterans · County office
Jefferson County Veteran Services
Help here
- Emergency assistance for veteransEligible veterans and their families can ask about county assistance during an emergency.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.jefferson.wa.us
Library · Regional office
Jefferson County Library
620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock, WA 98339
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials, use online resources, and get help with library services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jclibrary.info
Jefferson County, Washington website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Jefferson County, closest to the center of Port Townsend first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Shoreline Food Bank
Hopelink
32 miles from the center of Port Townsend17837 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Hours
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: times not listed, call first
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Community Resource Network
33 miles from the center of Port Townsend14616 35th Ave SE, Mill Creek, WA 98012
Hours
- Mon: times not listed, call first
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church
34 miles from the center of Port Townsend722 N 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98133
Hours
- Tue: times not listed, call first
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Bitter Lake Food Bank
North Helpline
34 miles from the center of Port Townsend13000 Linden Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 1:45 PM
Who can come: Neighbors may access North Helpline's two food banks up to six times per month
What to bring: First-time visitors register for a North Helpline card; no state ID is needed for the card.
Listed on northhelpline.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
POPYs Café
YMCA of Greater Seattle
35 miles from the center of Port Townsend14514 20th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
Hours
- Wed: times not listed, call first
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Community Resource Network
35 miles from the center of Port Townsend604 Ave C E, Snohomish, WA 98290
Hours
- Mon, Wed: times not listed, call first
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Jefferson County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Lifeline
815 South 96th Street, Seattle, WA 98108
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Northwest Justice Project
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Olympic Community Action Programs
823 Commerce Loop, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Jefferson 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
Talk to a person
- Washington 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988