Shelton

Local offices in Shelton

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

• Utilities · City office

  Shelton Civic Center and Utility Billing

  525 W Cota Street, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • City servicesVisit the Civic Center for help with city government services.
  • Utility bills and senior discountPay city utility bills or ask about the low-income senior utility discount at the Civic Center.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 360-426-4491DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sheltonwa.gov

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Mason County Senior Activities Center

  190 W Sentry Drive, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • Senior activities and supportPeople age 50 and older can take part in meals, classes, health activities, and social groups.
  • Senior assistance and informationAsk for help finding services and information for older adults.
  Call 360-426-7374DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mcsac.net

• Library · Regional office

  Shelton Timberland Library

  710 W Alder Street, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use computers and Wi-Fi, or attend library programs.
  Call 360-426-1362DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Shelton, Washington website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Shelton

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

Offices for all of Mason County

Shelton is in Mason County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Mason County WIC at Shelton Family YMCA

  3101 N Shelton Springs Rd, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five can get nutrition support and healthy food benefits.
  Call 360-427-9670DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthymasoncounty.com

• State office

  Shelton Community Services Office

  2505 Olympic Hwy N, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

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

  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
  Call 877-211-9274Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Mason County Public Health and Human Services

  415 N 6th St, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health information, services, and referrals for Mason County residents.
  Call 360-427-9670DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthymasoncounty.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging

  2008 Olympic Hwy N, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesFind services and support for older adults, disabled adults, and family caregivers.
  Call 360-664-2168DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lmtaaa.org

• Veterans · County office

  Mason County Veterans Assistance

  Memorial Hall, 210 W Franklin St, Shelton, WA 98584

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceEligible veterans can ask for help with emergency costs, food, housing, rent, or utilities.
  Call 360-426-4546DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dva.wa.gov

Everything in Mason 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