New Applications
Complete a first-time application for any DSHS benefit programme, start to finish, in one sitting.
Community Services
DSHS Applications & Benefits Assistance
Applying for benefits is not supposed to be this hard. Sit down with a coordinator who knows the forms, speaks your language, and will stay with you until it is submitted.
What We Help With
Whether you are applying for the first time, renewing, or trying to understand a letter that arrived in the post.
Renewals & Recertification
Keep existing benefits from lapsing by submitting renewals and recertifications on time.
Document Submission
Scan, upload and submit the verification documents an agency has requested.
Online Account Help
Set up, recover or navigate your online benefits account, including password resets.
Understanding Letters
Read and explain notices, determinations and requests for information, in your language.
Reporting Changes
Report changes to your household, income or address so your benefits stay accurate.
Appeals & Next Steps
Understand your options after a denial and what the deadlines are for responding.
Referrals
Where your need is beyond our scope, a warm referral to an organisation that can help.
Benefit Programs We Support
We can help you apply for or maintain any of the following. If your need falls outside these, we will refer you to an organisation that can help.
Food Assistance (Basic Food)
Applications, renewals and reporting changes for food benefits.
Cash Assistance
Support with cash assistance programmes for families and individuals.
Medical Coverage (Apple Health)
Help applying for and maintaining state medical coverage.
Childcare Support
Applications for childcare subsidies and related documentation.
Aged, Blind & Disabled Support
Assistance with applications for disability-related programmes.
Other DSHS Programmes
If it comes on a DSHS form, bring it in and we will look at it with you.
How It Works
01
Get in touch
Call, walk in, or send the request form below. Tell us what you need help with.
02
We arrange a time
A coordinator confirms an appointment, usually within one working day, and tells you what to bring.
03
We work through it together
We complete the forms with you, in your language, and upload the supporting documents.
04
We follow up
Bring any letters that arrive afterwards and we will read them with you and act on them.
What To Bring
Bring what you have. Missing documents are not a reason to stay away — we will help you work out how to get them.
- Photo identification for household members
- Proof of address (lease, utility bill or letter)
- Proof of income (pay stubs, benefit letters)
- Immigration or residency documents, if you have them
- Any letters or notices you have received
- Household details — names and dates of birth
- Your online account details, if you already have one
Get Started
Request DSHS Assistance
Tell us what you need help with. A coordinator will contact you to arrange a time — usually within one working day.
Or visit us
9040 Rainier Ave S, Suite #2, Seattle, WA 98118
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM
Please do not send Social Security numbers, case numbers or medical details through this form. Bring those with you instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. DSHS application assistance is free to community members. We never charge for helping you complete or submit a government form.