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The City of Seattle and The Seattle Public Library (SPL) announced today the re-opening of restrooms at five library locations, providing additional vital hygiene resources to people living unsheltered. To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the City continues to increase access to hygiene facilities. Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W. (Opening Thursday, April 23) Beacon Hill Branch, 2821 Beacon Read more...
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Homeless Health Field Assessment, Support and Technical Assistance Team (FAST Team) provides on-site assessment, support and technical assistance to homeless/supportive housing programs responding to COVID-19 to assess sanitation guideline and infection control compliance, assess need for supplies and connect to supply ordering structure, and reinforce procedures for handling suspected cases. Follow the link to learn more about COVID-19 Testing for Read more...
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To be assessed from the comfort of your home by one of our providers for mild Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms such as cough, low-grade fever or mild respiratory problems, visit franciscanvirtualcare.org and enter the discount code COVID-19 to waive the typical $35 fee. With the influx of virtual visits due to COVID-19 in our community we are experiencing longer than usual Read more...
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Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is now allowing undocumented adults to apply for Alien Emergency Medical (AEM) if they need COVID-19 testing. HCA will come out with more changes/information/direction soon. However, in the meantime, individuals can apply online at www.washingtonconnection.org or by completing the Application for Long-Term Care/Aged, Blind, Disabled Coverage (HCA 18-005). This application can be downloaded from Read more...
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Individuals and families in temporary crisis may receive one-time assistance for rent and other emergencies. Limited funds are available for assistance and all eligibility requirements must be met. Multi-Service Center (MSC) provides one-time rental and emergency utility assistance to individuals and families living within the city limits of Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Renton, or SeaTac with low to moderate Read more...
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There are dozens of regional and national companies that are approved in each state who specialize in providing you with these free phones and service, compliments of the government’s Lifeline Assistance program. At this point, 49 states, plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico are participating. Nearly all these states have several companies to choose from, some with more than a Read more...
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The Utility Discount Program (UDP) offers eligible customers a 60% discount on their Seattle City Light bill and a 50% discount on their Seattle Public Utilities bill. UDP is available for income-qualified residential households. Follow this link to learn more about eligibility requirements and to apply. Read more...
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Are you experiencing fever, cough or shortness of breath? If YES, call your doctor to find out if you need to be tested for COVID-19. If you do not have a doctor, come speak with medical staff from Harboview. If you qualify for testing, you will get tested on-site. Language interpreters available by phone if you prefer to speak a Read more...
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ArtsFund created the COVID-19 Arts Emergency Relief Fund to help stabilize the sector with immediate relief grants for arts organizations negatively impacted by COVID-19. Arts organizations are bracing for worst case scenarios which could include closure, bankruptcy and insolvency. The goal of ArtsFund’s COVID-19 Arts Emergency Relief Fund is to enable arts and cultural organizations to maintain essential functions and Read more...
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With the turmoil and uncertainty created but the spreading COVID-19 virus, the service industry, and the beverage industry in particular, is being hit hard. The closure of bars, restaurants, and venues means that these vital members of our community are no longer able to earn wages and take home tips. It is imperative that we as an inclusive, amazing, extended Read more...
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Wellspring Family Services has created a special project for Seattle Hospitality Fund under their umbrella of regular programming in order to provide direct financial support to hospitality industry workers in the Seattle Metro Area. The special project will help distribute direct support to eligible applicants in some of the following ways: rent, utilieties, health insurance, etc. There is room in Read more...
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The PBA COVID-19 Relief Fund will provide $500 to licensed beauty professionals who are unable to work due to COVID-19. The funding, if awarded to you, is intended to be emergency aid for short-term immediate needs such as food and bills. Follow this link to see if you are eligible and how to apply. Read more...
