Bellevue
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Local offices in Bellevue
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Human services · City office
Human Services Division
Help here
- Human services information and referralsContact the division for information about local health and human service programs for Bellevue residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Housing help · City office
Office of Housing
Help here
- Affordable housing informationFind information about affordable housing and local organizations that may help with rent, mortgage, or move-in costs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Utilities · City office
Bellevue Utilities Bill Assistance
450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98009
Help here
- Utility bill assistanceEligible households can apply for help paying Bellevue water, wastewater, and stormwater charges.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Local office · City office
Service First
450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98009
Help here
- City information and customer assistanceContact Service First for general information and help reaching Bellevue city services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Older adults · City office
North Bellevue Community Center
Help here
- Older adult programs and referralsOlder adults can find activities, social programs, community dining, and information about local services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Library · Regional office
Bellevue Library
1111 110th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Help here
- Library services and programsResidents can get a library card, borrow materials, use computers, and attend free programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcls.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Community Services
450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Help here
- Recreation programsResidents can find and register for city recreation classes, activities, and programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bellevuewa.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Bellevue
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
Byrd Barr Place (Formerly Centerstone)
722 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122-0437
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
El Centro de la Raza
Serves City of Seattle and South King County
2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144-5104
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Hopelink
Serves North King County and East King County
10675 Willows Rd., NE, Suite 275, Redmond, WA 98052
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Multi-Service Center
Serves South King County
1200 S 336th Street, P.O. Box 23699, Federal Way, WA 98003-6347
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Neighborhood House
1225 South Weller Street, Suite 510, Seattle, WA 98144
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Solid Ground of WA
Serves City of Seattle and King County
1501 N. 45th Street, Seattle, WA 98103-6708
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of King County
Bellevue 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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
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
Last checked 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.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov
Housing help · Regional office
King County Housing Authority
600/700 Andover Park West, Tukwila, WA 98188
Help here
- Housing assistanceGet information about housing assistance and Section 8 programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcha.org
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
- Crisis Connections 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 2-1-1 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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