Yakima County
RESOURCES

Autism Services  — Yakima County

Among Friends https://www.among-friends.org/
Provides: We partner with parents and professionals who support someone who is vulnerable, has cognitive impairments or neurodiversity, and/or who has complex needs to address social-sexual behaviors in proactive, preventative, positive and person-centered ways. We offer a wide range of services designed to cultivate rights based, medically accurate, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive social-sexual support services to promote healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.

Autism Society of Washington https://www.autismsocietyofwa.org/
Phone: 206-693-3153
Provides: We are a proudly Autistic-led and neuro-affirming organization, and a dedicated affiliate of the Autism Society of America. We support Autistics and their communities across Washington State through advocacy, education, allyship, and inclusive connection. We strive to create a more accepting and informed world.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation https://myasdf.org/
Provides: Supports children with an autism spectrum disorder by providing information, education and financial assistance to their families and relevant community services organizations. This organization also supports an Autism Awareness Program, Holiday Gift Card Program and Summer Scholarship Program, along with the iPad for Kids Program.

Ben’s Fund https://www.bensfund.org/
Provides: Ben’s Fund provides funds to families in need to help cover costs associated with medical bills, therapies and numerous other aspects of supporting a child or young adult on the autism spectrum. Applicants request a yearly grant to help cover the costs to get the care, support and items they need to become all they can be. See website for application and details.

Boost Collaborative – Evaluation and Assessment http://www.boostcollaborativewa.org/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Boost Collaborative provides, at no cost to families, Evaluation and Assessments of children birth to three for parents who have concerns about their child’s development. This service does NOT require a doctor’s order or insurance. If parents choose to have their child assessed, they are NOT obligated to use recommended services.

Once a parent request this service (OR a doctor submits a referral,) Boost Collaborative is obligated to schedule an intake appointment within a 45-day timeframe. The intake appointment may be in-person or virtual. The Support Services team gathers information about your child through parent report, observation of the child while playing and doing daily tasks, and using formal assessments completed by qualified providers. The team is able to gather an in-depth look at your child’s development to determine their needs. This formal process is provided by a team of early intervention professionals working with your child and their parents or guardian. Copies of the development assessment and observations are shared with parents, typically in a written report format.

Boost Collaborative – Early Supports Services http://boostcollaborativewa.org/early-intervention/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Early Supports services are established to enable children birth to three, whom have a developmental delay or diagnosed disability, to have increased success when engaged in natural learning experiences. Services may include, but are not limited to Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy, Special Instruction, Feeding Team Services, and Service Coordination.

Boost Collaborative makes every effort to provide services to each child/family in a natural environment; that is, the environment where the child spends their day. This may be in the family home, at childcare, or in another community setting.

Center of Parent Excellence (COPE) project https://www.acommonvoice.org/
Phone: 253-537-2145
Provides: A pathway for Washington state parents who are accessing and navigating the children’s behavioral health system to have peer support to ease their journey, whenever possible. Support is provided by A Common Voice, a statewide, family-run nonprofit organization that provides advocacy and support for families whose children have intensive behavioral health needs.

Center of Excellence (COE) is an individual, evaluating and prescribing provider per WAC 182-531A-0800. For Providers designated by the Heath Care Authority as a COE provider in your county visit: https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/billers-and-providers/index-coe-applied-behavioral-analysis.pdf

Children’s Village https://www.yakimachildrensvillage.org/
Phone: 509-574-3200
Provides: The Children’s Village helps children with special health and developmental needs and their families. This comprehensive, family-centered organization aims to meet each child’s need for individualized care. Offers over 30 difference services including medical specialty clinics, developmental screening, dental services, occupational and speech therapy, mental health counseling, education services, care coordination, family support, physical therapy and more.

Developmental Disabilities Administration https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dda
Phone: 877-501-2233
Provides: The Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) provides youth and families who qualify with services, assistance, education and more. Services and assistance vary based on level of need and other factors. Please reach out to your local DDA office for more information on qualifying for DDA services and the application process.

Disruptive Behavior Crisis Clinic at Seattle Children’s Hospital
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-and-behavioral-medicine/services/disruptive-behavior-crisis-clinic/
Provides: The Disruptive Behavior Crisis Clinic offers care when a child is having a mental health crisis related to behavioral issues. We serve families who have been in or are at risk of coming to the emergency department or think they need immediate 911 intervention. We will support your family by seeing you (the child’s parents or caregivers) for 5 visits, 1 day a week. For some families, these visits may help avoid the need for a hospital stay. If your child or family needs help right away, go to your nearest emergency room or call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 to be connected to a mental health crisis responder (24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States).
*We accept referrals from Seattle Children’s providers, emergency department providers, primary care providers, mental health providers and school healthcare providers.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

iPad for Kids Program https://myasdf.org/ipad-for-kids-application/
Provides: iPads for Kids Program will distribute 50 iPads per month for a total of 600 iPads in 2024 to children with autism. 50 recipients will be randomly selected from the completed applications received. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. Please apply on-line using the link above.

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

Lynchpin https://www.lynchpinfoundation.org/index.php
Phone: 509-895-7611 or 509-961-0700 (cell)
Provides: Lynchpin provides youth faced with social skill challenges an opportunity for social teaching and practice. The activities and events provide students with a safe environment to practice social skills and join others with similar interests. Lynchpin offers social groups, drop-in programming, mentoring and events. Please call to determine availability and cost for classes and events.

National Council for Severe Autism https://www.ncsautism.org/
Provides: Pursuing recognition, policy change and solutions for the surging population of individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe forms of autism and related disorders

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

Project ECHO: https://echoautism.org/
Provides: Individuals with autism rely on the communities around them for support and understanding. ECGO Autism connects specialist teams with local care teams to benefit and empower autistic people and their advocates. Through tele mentoring, ECHO creates access to high-quality specialty care in local communities.

Seattle Children’s Autism Center https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/autism-center/
Phone: 206-987-8080
Provides: Seattle Children’s Autism Center is known nationally for our wide range of innovative, effective treatments and services. From our early intervention program for children under 6 to our transition support for young adults preparing for the next stage of life, we provide care that can make a real difference for your family. Our goal is to give your child or teen complete and coordinated care and help them transition to adult services when the time is right. We work closely with experts in other specialties at Seattle Children’s to assess and treat your child, including Neurodevelopmental, Neurosciences, Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Epilepsy, Genetics, Gastroenterology and others. Website provides access to numerous patient and family education resources and support.

The Association for Successful Parenting (TASP)  https://achancetoparent.net/ 
Provides: A leading nonprofit committed to successfully supporting families when parents have learning difficulties. Work is centered around education, advocacy, direct support and resource sharing.

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

Valiant Health Solutions https://autismbestlife.com/home
Phone: 509-795-0305
Provides: Classes, programs and services to autistic and neurodivergent children, teen, young adults and supports their parents so they can get good grades, find friends, find jobs, take care of themselves and enjoy life. There are online/Zoom classes and social skills programs, friendship and bully-proofing camps, as well as fitness classes. There are some options for in-home fitness classes and private lessons as well. Some insurances cover all/part of the classes. Please call 509-795-0305 for a free phone screen and to learn more about available services.

Washington Autism Alliance https://washingtonautismalliance.org/
Phone: 425-894-7231
Provides: Extends access to healthcare, education and services for people with autism spectrum disorders and related IDD’s in Washington State.

Behavioral Health Services  — Yakima County

Antioch Community Counseling and Psychology Clinic (Telehealth) https://www.antioch.edu/centers-institutes/aus-counseling-center/
Phone: 206-268-4840
Provides: Counseling services online within Washington State as well as testing, assessment and school recommendations for learning issues, group and individual training in friendship skills and dealing with peer bullying, coping with ADHD

Apple Valley Counseling Service, LLC  www.applevalleycounseling.org
Phone: 509-452-1000
Provides: Safe, personal and affordable counseling services in Yakima, Yakima County, Benton County, Franklin County and Grant County, WA and surrounding areas. Specializes in assisting men, women and teenagers battling substance use disorder and domestic violence situations.

Astria Health https://www.astria.health/services/behavioral-healthpsychiatry
Phone: 509-203-6501
Provides: Our medical staff is experience in evaluating, diagnosing and treating a wide range of behavioral and mental health illnesses, such as depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD and chronic pain.

Catholic Family and Child Services https://catholiccharitiescw.org/yakima/
Phone: 509-965-7100
Provides: Services provided include individual and group counseling, services for children 5 and under with Autism, psychiatric services, medication management and crisis care.

Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy, LLC  http://www.ccpcare.com/index.html
Phone: 509-966-7246
Provides: Telehealth and in-office appointments available. Specializing in stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, addictions, trouble with teens and children, emotional, sexual and physical abuse and business consultation

Charlie Health https://www.charliehealth.com/
Phone: 215-789-0454 or 206-369-2363
Provides: Virtual Services including Intensive Outpatient Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Free Support Groups, Commercial Insurance and Medicaid Accepted.

Charlie Health is now accepting referrals for our new primary eating disorder intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to deliver personalized, evidence-based care from the comfort of home. For more information call 1-866-953-2537 or use the online form to make a referral https://referrals.charliehealth.com/referral-form.

Community Health of Central Washington https://www.chcw.org/cwfm-yakima-clinic/
Phone: 509-452-4520
Provides: Our Primary Care Behavioral Health services strive to make sure our Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) are a regular part of your primary care team and communicate regularly with your primary care provider. In addition to have some Behavioral Health Consultants who are Spanish and English bilingual, we also provide virtual interpreter services, including Sign Language.

Comprehensive Healthcare https://comphc.org/services/children-youth-and-family-services/
Phone: 509-575-4084
Provides: Family and individual therapy for children and families. Provides comprehensive behavioral health services and wraparound supports for Medicaid eligible youth with complex behavioral health needs. Services also include medication management and the New Journey’s Program, for first episode psychosis (ages 15-25).

Excelsior Wellness Center https://excelsiorwellnesscenter.org/
Phone: 1-509-559-3100
Provides: The Excelsior Wellness Center provides individual and group counseling, support, and advocacy services for young people with complex behavioral health needs and their families. Our wellness program aim to assist children to young adults and their families with in-person or virtually guided mental health care counseling, care coordination and peer support. Provides WISe+, Virtual Intensive Engagement Wraparound (VIEW), Therapeutic Recreation and Counseling services.

Fairfax https://www.fairfaxhospital.com/programs/outpatient/teen-outpatient/
Phone: 425-284-8280 (admissions)
Provides: Virtual, hybrid and in-person Intensive Outpatient Services (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs  (PHP) that include DBT skills, CBT, trauma informed care, medication management, care coordination, safety check-ins multiple times per day, discharge planning

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Free Therapy Voucher Program for Farmers https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/free-therapy-voucher-program/
Phone: Call WSU Psychology Clinic at (509) 335-3587
Provides: Washington’s Farm Stress Counseling Voucher Program is led by WSU Skagit County Extension and utilizes the WSU Psychology Clinic to deliver telehealth appointments to farmers who request stress-related counseling. The program is available free of charge to all farmers and farmworkers in Washington state, including those in the forestry and shellfish industries. It provides six free tele-health sessions with a licensed clinical psychologist and doctoral candidate student trainees based in the clinical psychology program. Each session is approximately 50–60 minutes over a Zoom call, and scheduling hours are flexible.

Inspire Development Centers https://inspirecenters.org/
Phone: 509-837-2225
Provides: Inspire provides high-quality early childhood education services. Provides migrant and seasonal head start, migrant and seasonal early head start, region X head start, and early head start. Inspire partners with families who are facing multiple stressors while raising youth children (prenatal through age 5) in many WA state counties. Inspire provides inclusive classrooms, home visits and parent education. Inspire has locations in Yakima, Benton, Walla Walla and Franklin counties. Please see website or call for programs available by county.

New Journeys https://www.newjourneyswashington.org/
Provides: A person-centered evidence-based treatment model for individuals experiencing a first-episode psychosis. Those who are eligible for the program are offered wrap around services, psychotherapy, supported employment and education, family education, and medication management. Peer support and case management offered in some locations.

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Peaceful Solutions
Phone: (509) 985-7181
Provides: Provides an anger management treatment program for those who are charged with domestic violence or assault.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

THIRA Health https://www.thirahealth.com
Phone: (425) 650-1122
Provides: Treatment for eating disorders, anxiety, depression and other co-occurring conditions on a foundation of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program in Bellevue for women, teen girls and gender non-conforming individuals, Intensive Outpatient Program for adult women, In-Person Teen Intensive Outpatient Program, Adolescent Residential Program in Bellevue treatment depression, anxiety, self-harm and trauma-related disorders ages 13-17, Adult Residential Treatment Program for individuals 18+ treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and trauma-related disorders. Insurance: Contact THIRA Health for insurances accepted

United Family Center https://www.unitedfamilycenter.com/
Phone: 509-402-9090 (Grandview office)
Provides: A variety of services including brief intervention treatment, group therapy, rehab case management, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy and substance use screening, assessments and treatment. UFC also provides family preservation, crisis family intervention, safecare, and parent-child visitation.

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA state. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe)
https://www.hca.wa.gov/free-or-low-cost-health-care/i-need-behavioral-health-support/wraparound-intensive-services-wise
Provides: Intensive home and community-based mental health services to Medicaid-eligible children and youth.

Yakama Nation Behavioral Health – Áwtni Shixwitpamá “The Sacred Healing Place” https://www.yakama.com/programs/behavioral-health/
Phone: 509-865-5121
Provides: A wide range of quality counseling-therapy to children, adolescents, adults, elders and families on an individual basis or group therapy setting. Other services include: intakes/assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, safety planning and collaboration with other programs and departments of the Yakama Nation continuum of care.

Yakima Neighborhood Health https://www.ynhs.org/
Phone: 509-454-4143
Provides: Accessible and integrated health and social services. Provides behavioral health services, health care for the homeless, and additional services, please call for more information.

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic https://www.yvfwc.com/services/behavioral-health/
Phone: 509-575-8457
Provides: Outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents, adults and families. Provides a range of behavioral health services including ABA, Behavioral Assessment Team, Mental Health Counseling and Treatment, Psychiatric (med management) Services, Substance Use Disorder Treatment and WISe services (WISe services available to youth with Medicaid only).

Black, Indigenous and People of Color Mental Health Resources  —  Yakima County

B5 (Formerly Family Resource Center) https://www.thriveatb5.org/
Phone: 509-491-1226
Provides: Educational classes and after-school programs for refugee families

Being the Village https://www.beingthevillage.com/
Provides: Culturally specific support group that caters to Black mothers and is welcome to mothers of color

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

DMHS – Deconstructing the Mental Health System https://dmhsus.org/
Provides: Brings anti-racist therapists and wellness practitioners together to address the mental health system’s racial and financial inequities, through education and other initiatives. Also provides a free directory for Therapists and Wellness Professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

FYSPRT (Family Youth System Partner Round Table) http://www.southeastfysprt.org/home.html
Contact: 509-737-2475 or fysprt@gcbh.org
Provides: A forum to bring families, youth and system partners and community together to strengthen resources by providing community-based approaches to address the behavioral health needs of children, youth and families. All are welcome at FYSPRT meetings, meetings are open to the public and take place on the 1st Thursday of each month 3:30-5pm via Zoom. See website for Zoom link.

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations Spokane Valley, WA https://healinglodge.org/
Provides: Residential chemical dependency treatment for males and females 13-17 years of age. Provides 90-120 day intensive inpatient treatment. Primary focus is to serve the Native American popular, services are open to all adolescents.
Phone: 509-533-6910

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Ingersoll Gender Center www.ingersollgendercenter.org
Phone: 206-849-7859
Provides: Ingersoll Gender Center is an organization by, and for transgender and gender noncomforming people that provides a mutual support through peer led support groups, advocacy in navigating resources, community organizing, and education – all in the pursuit of our collective self-determination.

Inspire Development Centers https://inspirecenters.org/
Phone: 509-837-2225
Provides: Inspire provides high-quality early childhood education services. Provides migrant and seasonal head start, migrant and seasonal early head start, region X head start, and early head start. Inspire partners with families who are facing multiple stressors while raising youth children (prenatal through age 5) in many WA state counties. Inspire provides inclusive classrooms, home visits and parent education. Inspire has locations in Yakima, Benton, Walla Walla and Franklin counties. Please see website or call for programs available by county.

La Casa Hogar www.lacasahogar.org
Phone: (509) 457-5058
Provides: La Casa Hogar conecta y educa familias Latinas, transformando vidas y nuestro valle de Yakima. La Casa Hogar moves thousands of Latino, immigrant, Spanish-speaking families towards their personal and educational success through access to adult education, early learning, and citizenship services.

National Indian Council on Aging, Inc. https://www.nicoa.org/
Provides: The mission of the National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA) is to advocate for improved comprehensive health, social services and economic well-being for American Indian and Alaska Native elders.

Native and Strong Lifeline https://nativelifeline.org/
Dial 988 and Press 4
Provides: A dedicated line is available for Washington’s American Indian and Alaska Native communities people who call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Calls are answered by Native crisis counselors who are tribal members and descendants closely tied to their tribe.

• American Indian and Alaska Native: Dial 988 then press 4
• For American Indian and Alaska Native Text: N8V to 988
• For American Indian and Alaska Native Chat: Select “All Native people in Washington state” box in the pre-chat survey when chatting online.

Native Resource Hub https://nativehub.org/
Phone: 1-866-491-1683
Provides: The Native Resource Hub is a phone line and centralized information center. The Hub helps Native people and their health care providers find resources for food or housing insecurity, mental health needs, trouble paying energy or utility bills, a desire to connect with their culture or community through tribal events, legal challenges, job loss or trouble finding a job, any need to connect with resources, services or support. The Native Resource Hub is open from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. The Native Resource Hub serves all Indigenous people in Washington, including American Indian and Alaska Native people, First Nations people, Tribal members and unenrolled descendants, regardless of your tribe’s homeland. All staff members are Native people.

Northwest Justice Project https://nwjustice.org/home
Phone: 888-201-1014 (for access to CLEAR and other services)
Provides: Not-for-profit law firm that has 15 locations across Washington and has specialized units or projects that serve particularly vulnerable populations, including farm workers, Native Americans, State Hospital patients, veterans, victims of crime, survivors of domestic violence and persons over 60 years old. Operates CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral), a legal hotline for low income individuals.

PFLAG  https://pflag.org/
Provides: Support, information, and resources to LGBTQA+ people, their parents and families, and allies.

Quiroga Law Office (Immigration Attorney) www.quirogalawoffice.com
Phone: (509) 927-3840     
Provides: Immigration law office serving Tri-Cities and other communities throughout Eastern Washington. We help non-citizens and their families with obtaining lawful residence in the United States through a variety of legal services. Hablamos Español.

Rod’s House https://rodshouse.org/
Phone: 509-895-2665
Provides: The Hope Center shelters offer a haven for youth people ages 13-24, with 8 beds available for youth and 10 beds for young adults aged 18-24. The facility is designed to be a supportive environment where youth people can access essential services, including housing support, mental health care, educational resources, and substance use disorder support. Case management and behavioral staff are available on-site to provide continuous support and guidance.

Rural.gov – Tribal Programs https://www.rural.gov/help-for-rural-communities/tribal-programs-and-resources
Provides: Programs and resources listed were developed exclusively for Tribes, Native Americans, and Alaska Natives. You can also find funding and information available to you listed on the Help for Rural Communities page.

Stephens & Granados (Immigration Attorney) https://www.stevensgranados.com/
Phone: (509) 895-7811
Provides: Assists individuals and families all over the country and the world with their immigration cases. Our female-owned law firm provides clients with the care, compassion, experience and attention to detail that their immigration cases need. We help clients successfully acquire legal status, reunite families, and navigate the complex immigration system.

The Space LGBTQ Youth Center (Yakima Neighborhood Health) https://www.ynhs.org/programs/youth-resources
Phone: (509) 574-4216 Mon-Fri, 10:00am-6:30pm; Sat, 11:00am-3:00pm (please call ahead for hours)
Provides: A gathering place for Yakima-area Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Questioning, and allied youth between the ages of 13 and 23. Here, youth can feel safe and connect with peers and resources. At The Space, youth can do homework, have a snack, check email, play games, enjoy the craft room, and participate in scheduled activities. Behavioral health appointments can also be made. The Space is staffed by Neighborhood Health staff and trained volunteers.

Transgender Rights Washington Gender Justice League www.genderjusticeleague.org
Phone: 206-538-0423
Provides: Gender Justice League (GJL) is a civil and human rights organization that focuses on elevating the rights of TwoSpirit, Trans, and Gender Diverse (2STGD) communities in WA and beyond through advocacy efforts, direct services, shared leadership development, and the creation of sacred Trans spaces like Trans Pride Seattle.

Washington State Commission on African American Affairs https://caaa.wa.gov/
Phone: (360) 725-5664
Provides: The role of the Commission on African American Affairs is to examine and define issues pertaining to the rights and needs of African-Americans and make recommendations to the Governer, the Legislature and state agencies.

Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs https://capaa.wa.gov/
Phone: (360) 725-5667
Provides: A state agency with an advisory board of 12 commissioners appointed by the governor to be a voice for Washington’s diverse Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

Washington State Commission on Hispanic Affairs https://www.cha.wa.gov/commissioners
Phone: (360) 725-5661
Provides: The Commission is composed of eleven commissioners throughout the state of Washington. Commissioners are recruited and appointed for their diverse views, locales, and community connections in order to represent the diversity within the Latino population of Washington State.

Washington State Human Rights Commission www.hum.wa.gov
Phone: 1-800-233-3247
Provides: The mission of the WA State Human Rights Commission is to prevent and eliminate discrimination through the fair application of the law, the efficient use of resources, and the establishment of productive partnerships in the community. The Washington State Human Rights Commission currently has a several month backlog of cases waiting to be assigned to an investigator.

Yakama Nation Behavioral Health – Áwtni Shixwitpamá “The Sacred Healing Place” https://www.yakama.com/programs/behavioral-health/
Phone: 509-865-5121
Provides: A wide range of quality counseling-therapy to children, adolescents, adults, elders and families on an individual basis or group therapy setting. Other services include: intakes/assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, safety planning and collaboration with other programs and departments of the Yakama Nation continuum of care.

Yakima Immigration Response Network https://yakimaresponsenetwork.org/
Email: YakimaResponseNetwork@gmail.com
Provides: The Yakima Immigration Response Network (YIRN) is a Yakima County based network of volunteers working to support immigrant communities throughout the Yakima Valley. Provides education and trainings for family safety planning, workplace rights, rapid response team, immigrant registration and information on Customs and Border Protection and bus travel.

Yakama Nation Comprehensive Community Alcoholism Program and Youth Treatment Program https://cncfr.jbsinternational.com/node/581
Phone: 509-865-5121 ext. 4455
Provides: A drug and alcohol center that seeks to promote the quality of life within the community by providing treatment and related services.

Yakama Nation Cultural Center Library https://www.yakamamuseum.com/library.php
Phone: 509-865-2800 EXT 6
Provides: The purpose of the library is to provide Plateau cultural and mainstream American, educational-contemporary popular materials for its patrons.

Yakima Pride https://www.yakimapride.org/about
Phone: (509) 426-7799 or (509) 818-0699
Provides: Driving positive change for the LGBTQ+ community in the Yakima Valley and Central Washington by educating, elevating, honoring, and celebrating through transformative cultural experiences, powerful advocacy, and a commitment to a brighter future.

Eating Disorder Treatment  — Yakima County

Center for Discovery https://centerfordiscovery.com/
Phone: (888) 352-1069
Provides: Residential and Partial Hospitalization (Female Identifying, 18+) Bellevue, WA
Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and Virtual) (All genders, ages 10+) Bellevue, WA
Residential and Partial Hospitalization (All genders, 10-17) Edmonds, WA
Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual (All genders, ages 10+) Tacoma, WA
Insurance: Accepted Providers- Cigna, First Choice Health, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Optum, Premera Blue Cross, call regarding Medicaid acceptance.

Charlie Health https://referrals.charliehealth.com/eating-disorders
Phone: 1-866-953-2537
Provides: Charlie Health is now accepting referrals for our new primary eating disorder intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to deliver personalized, evidence-based care from the comfort of home. Our virtual ED IOP includes ED-specific group sessions 3x/week, weekly individual and family therapy, nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian, and coordination with PCPs for labs and medical oversight. Charlie Health supports teens and adults navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other complex presentations. With integrated support for co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, our model meets clients where they are without compromising on structure or outcomes. For more information call 1-866-953-2537 or use the online form to make a referral https://referrals.charliehealth.com/referral-form.

Eating Recovery Center  https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/recovery-centers/washington
Phone: (425) 454-1010
Provides: Inpatient, Residential, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual Intensive Outpatient (All genders, ages 10+, located in Bellevue, WA)
Insurance: United Healthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Cofinity, ComPsych, Magellan Health, Moda Health, MultiPlan, PHCS; does not work directly with Medicaid, Medicare, or Tricare.

The Emily Program https://emilyprogram.com/locations/washington/
Phone: (888) 364-5977
Provides: Residential (All genders, 18+) Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+)
Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+) in Lacey, WA
Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+) Spokane, WA
Virtual outpatient options available as well. (All genders, Ages 10+)
Insurance: Aetna, Amerigroup, Asuris Northwest Health, Cigna, Community Health Plan of Washington, Coordinated Care (Only in King County), First Choice Health Network, GAIP, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Premera Blue Cross, Regence Blue Shield, United Behavioral Health/ United Healthcare/ Optum, UHC Community Plan (Only in King County)

Opal: Food + Body Wisdom  https://www.opalfoodandbody.com/
Phone:  (206) 926-9087
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual Outpatient (All genders, 18+) Seattle, WA
Insurance: Regence Blue Shield, Premera Blue Cross, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, First Choice Health, HMA, Kaiser Permanente, Asuris, Cigna (PHP/IOP only). Does not work directly with Medicaid or Medicare

Seattle Children’s Eating Disorders Recovery Program https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/eating-disorders/
Phone: (206) 987-2028
Provides: Inpatient medical and psychiatric care and a 12-week outpatient treatment program. (All genders, ages 10-21)
Insurance: Works with the majority of state and private insurance providers. Extensive list at their website.

THIRA Health https://www.thirahealth.com
Phone: (425) 650-1122
Provides: Treatment for eating disorders, anxiety, depression and other co-occurring conditions on a foundation of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program in Bellevue for women, teen girls and gender non-conforming individuals, Intensive Outpatient Program for adult women, In-Person Teen Intensive Outpatient Program, Adolescent Residential Program in Bellevue treatment depression, anxiety, self-harm and trauma-related disorders ages 13-17, Adult Residential Treatment Program for individuals 18+ treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and trauma-related disorders. Insurance: Contact THIRA Health for insurances accepted

Dietitians — Yakima County

Cactus & Clove Nutrition Counseling, LLC https://cactusandclove.com/
Phone: (509) 554-3219
Kelsey Schmitt, RD, CD kelsey@cactusandclove.com
Virtual

Nourish https://www.usenourish.com/
Provides: Collective of multiple virtual dietitians that specialize in the treatment of eating disorders
Contact them through website.

Employment Resources — Yakima County

Compass Career Solutions https://www.careersbycompass.com/
Phone: (833) 327-2667
Provides: Foundational Community Supports, also known as FCS, provides targeted benefits and services for supported employment and supportive housing to individuals throughout Washington. Supported Employment and Supportive Housing assists people with a range of support needs to participate as much as possible in the competitive labor market, working in a preferred job with the level of support and services needed to obtain and maintain competitive employment in an integrated work setting.

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)  https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dvr
Phone: 509-374-2151
Provides: Services to help you prepare for, get, keep or advance in a job and may include assessments, benefit planning, independent living services, assistive technology services, training and educational services.

Elmview https://www.elmview.org/
Phone: (509) 925-6688
Provides: Elmview’s mission is to equip people to identify and reach their maximum potential throughout their lives.  We work with people from birth through death.  Services focus on each person served and supporting each individual to reach that vision. Elmview provides employment services, in-school services, and community engagement/inclusion.

Entrust https://entrustcs.org/
Phone: (509) 453-4756
Provides: At Entrust, we are committed to enriching lives through opportunity. We provide every person, no matter their unique ability, the opportunity to thrive through our Life Coaching System that provides a framework for growth and improved quality of life. Provides High School Transition Programs, Individual Supported Employment, Community Access Programs and Housing Support.

MRJN Associates https://mrjnwa.org/
Phone: (509) 225-9175 (Yakima) (509) 515-0469 (Sunnyside) (509) 371-9255 Richland
Provides: We specialize in providing personalized support services tailored to individuals with disabilities, substance use disorder (SUD) issues, and mental health conditions. Our focus spans from employment assistance to housing support and vibrant community engagement activities.

Trillium Employment Services https://trillium.org/
Phone: 253-735-1553 ext 2037
Provides: Trillium Employment Services is a nonprofit organization committed to integrating people with intellectual disabilities into the workforce. Our staff of skilled professionals work closely with businesses and applicants to ensure a quality match and long-term success.

WorkSource https://seeker.worksourcewa.com/
Phone: 509-339-7410
Provides: WorkSource is a statewide partnership of state, local and nonprofit agencies that provides an array of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Washington. Customers access services electronically through WorkSourceWA.com or through a network of more than 60 WorkSource centers, affiliates and connection sites.

Yakima Specialties https://yakimaspecialties.com/
Phone: 509-453-0386
Provides: Yakima Specialties empowers people with barriers to employment to achieve their highest potential in life and in the workplace.

Food and Housing Resources — Yakima County

Between the Ridges – For the Common Good https://betweentheridges.org/
Phone: 509-453-4881
Provides: Between the Ridges was formed in 2013 and has worked on a variety of projects since it’s formation. St. Michael’s food pantry is open to all every Friday between 10am and noon. Clients are welcome every Friday, no ID required.

Camp Hope www.camphopeyakima.com
Phone: 509) 424-1228  
Provides: barrier emergency shelter for homeless single men, women, couples, and mothers with children; dogs are allowed
Located at: 2300 E. Birch Street, Yakima, WA

Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-locations
Phone: 509-933-6100 1320
Provides: Locate your DSHS Office, find service hours, location services (such as interview for cash or food, reporting benefit changes, managing WorkFirst/Social Service cases), and more.

Fairview Seventh Day Adventist Food Bank https://www.yakimaadventist.org/food-bank
Phone: (509) 452-2041
Provides: Food bank is located the Fairview Seventh Day Adventist Food Bank is located at 507 N 35th Ave in Yakima. Food bank is open Tuesdays from 9:30am-11:30am.

Goodwill Supportive Services for Families https://discovergoodwill.org/supportive-services-for-veteran-families/
Phone: (509) 828-2449
Provides: Supportive Services for Veteran Families helps eligible, low-income Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless secure safe and stable housing. This grant program can assist with rent, utilities, housing searches, application fees, etc.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Housing Authority https://yakimahousing.org/
Phone: 509-453-3106
Provides: The Yakima Housing Authority (YHA) is dedicated to providing high quality, affordable housing for all persons.  Each of our developments is a special place, reflecting the rich diversity in the experiences and backgrounds of our residents and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Noah’s Ark Shelter https://generatinghope.org/
Phone: 509-877-6337
Provides: Noah’s Ark is open every night, 365 days a year, with a dormitory of 27 beds for men and 7 beds for women. Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner are served. Showers, laundry, and hygiene supplies are also available for client use. Provides day services including meals, clothing closet, hygiene needs, and case management.

OIC of Washington Food Bank and Energy Assistance https://oicofwa.org/pathways/support/
Phone: (509) 248-6751
Provides: Assistance with utility and rental expenses is available to individuals who are facing financial hardships. Housing counseling services encompasses a range of valuable resources and support aimed at assisting individuals and families with their housing needs. Provides nutrition support and distributes commodities to subcontracted food banks and food pantries across Yakima County. Also provides a wide range of services aimed to engaged and support families by providing various resources and initiatives that promote their well-being and enhance their overall quality of life.

Oxford House https://www.oxfordhouse.org/
Phone: An Oxford House is a shared residence where people in recovery from substance use disorder can live together and support each other in a drug and alcohol-free environment. There is no house manager or outside authority. Oxford House members share the house responsibilities. A member can stay as long as they like, provided they stay drug and alcohol free, are not disruptive, and pay their share of house expenses.

Rapid Re-Housing Program (RRH) www.yvfwc.com
Phone: (509) 865-7630
Provides: RRH helps those who are unhoused to quickly return to stable housing. Clients must meet housing status and income requirements.

Rod’s House Youth Day Center https://www.yvfwc.com/service/housing-support-services/
Phone: (509) 895-2665
Provides: Daytime meals, food, clothing, and social services for homeless youth. 
Young Adult Winter Shelter: ages 18-24; meal, and a safe place to stay.

Salvation Army www.yakima.salvationarmy.org
Phone: (509) 453-3139
Provides: Food and nutrition, casework services, missing persons, seasonal services, day camp activities, character building program, and more. Please call for more information.

Selah Naches Food Bank https://selahnachesfoodbank.org/
Provides: Selah food bank is located at 810 N Park Dr Selah, WA 98942 and is
open Mondays and Fridays 9:00 – 11:00 am and Wednesdays – 5:00 – 7:00pm.

St. Vincent Center https://catholiccharitiescw.org/yakima/st-vincent
Provides: Our Union Gap St. Vincent Center has been serving the Yakima community since 1946 to help those in need. Our thrift store has a wide selection of item to help families find resources to cover their basic needs. We can provide clothing vouchers, hygiene kits, and baby items to help those in need.

Sunrise Outreach Center www.socyakima.com
Phone: (509) 225-9310
Provides: Although we are a faith-based organization, we operate entirely in the public interest, and neither require participation nor displace anyone for not participating with any church activity. Our approach is to provide basic needs and to employ prevention strategies targeted at interrupting the ongoing cycle of inter-generational poverty.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

The Pantry of Moxee Community Food Bank https://www.evrchurch.org/ministries/serve/
Phone: 509-452-6138
Provides: The Pantry of Moxee is located north of the East Valley Church and distributes food each Third Thursday of the month from 3-6pm. Donations and volunteers are always welcome, please contact the church office for more information.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/community-services-offices/basic-food
Phone: 877-501-2233
Provides: The U.S. Department of Agriculture Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Yakima County Veterans Program https://www.yakimacounty.us/159/Veterans-Program
Phone: 509-574-1537
Provides: The Yakima County Veterans Program is a point of entry for all Veterans and their families for information and referral to federal, state, and local resources. Our Veterans Relief Fund assists qualified low-income Veterans with financial relief and other services.

Yakima Neighborhood Connections – Healthcare for the Homeless www.ynhs.org
Phone: 509-834-2098
Provides: Medical services and behavioral health services

Yakima Neighborhood Connections – Resource Center www.ynhs.org
Phone: Resource Center 509-249-6232   
Provides: Transitional housing, respite care, case management, outreach services, basic needs assistance

Yakima Rotary Food Bank www.yakimarotaryfoodbank.org
Phone: (509) 853-8918   
Provides: Food bank located at 703 Central Ave, Yakima, WA on Fridays from 8:30am-Noon.       

YWCA Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter www.ywcayakima.org
Phone: (509) 248-7796
Provides: Emergency shelter serves women and children located at 818 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA, Open 24 hours daily       

Yakima Union Gospel Mission https://yugm.org/
Phone: 509-248-4510
Provides: Meals, Men’s and Family Shelter, faith based scientifically backed recovery, assistance with medical needs

General Resources/Services  — Yakima County

211 Washington https://wa211.org/
Phone: 211
Provides: 2-1-1 is a free, confidential community service and your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, health, child care, afterschool programs, elder care, crisis intervention and more.

Adult Protective Services  https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services
Phone: 1-877-734-6277 or report online https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/altsaapps/OCR/publicOCR.PubRptInputReporterInformation.executeLoad.action
Adult Protective Services (APS) is dedicated to serving vulnerable adults. They investigate reports about abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of vulnerable adults in Washington State.

Allied People Offering Year-Round Outreach (APOYO) https://apoyo-community.org/
Phone: 509-201-1820
Provides: Food pantry, education and wellness resources, Amigos Athleticos (sports and fitness program for kids in 6-10^th grade), educational workshops, internships, free after-school youth sports club, translation assistance, advocacy, women’s fitness club, vaccine clinics, referrals to other resources

Aspen Crime Victim Service Center (CVSC) https://comphc.org/locations/aspen-victim-advocacy-services-yakima-center/
Phone: 509-452-9675
Provides: Aspen is able to provide services for other crimes through the Aspen Crime Victim Service Center (CVSC), also located in Yakima. The CVSC provides crime victim services for both Kittitas and Yakima Counties. Crime Victim Services include, but are not limited to, non-intimate partner domestic violence, burglary, assault, trafficking, and identity theft.

CareNet Pregnancy Center of Kittitas County https://www.carenetellensburg.org/
Phone: 509-925-2273, email: info@carenetellensburg.org
Provides: Cost-free services and practical support to women and families with a holistic approach.

Child Advocacy Center of Yakima County https://childrensadvocacycenteryakima.com/
Phone: 509-574-1288
Provides: A Children’s Advocacy Center is a child-focused, facility-based program where representatives from many disciplines meet to discuss and make decisions about investigation, treatment, intervention, and prosecution of child abuse cases. They also work together to prevent further victimization of children.In a child focused setting we provide forensic interviews, facilitate joint investigations, and coordinate access to services such as victim advocacy, medical, and mental health services for child abuse victims and witnesses in Yakima County.

Child Protective Services (CPS) https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/child-welfare-system/cps
Phone: 855-420-5888
Provides: Offices within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. How to report abuse: https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/safety/report-abuse

Community Peace Center of Central Washington https://drcyakima.org/
Phone: 509-453-8949
Provides: The Community Peace Center of Central Washington exists to guide and support individuals and organizations towards equitable conflict resolution to foster a culture of unity and peace within our communities.

Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-locations
Phone: 509-933-6100 1320
Provides: Locate your DSHS Office, find service hours, location services (such as interview for cash or food, reporting benefit changes, managing WorkFirst/Social Service cases), and more.

Church of Christ Clothing Bank https://www.ellensburgchurchofchrist.com/m628-clothing-bank.html
Phone: 509-925-1822
Provides: Clothing bank hours are Mondays 9am-Noon

CWU Family Resource Center https://www.cwu.edu/academics/child-family/family-resource-center/family-services-resources/index.php
Phone: 509-963-2766
Provides: Parenting education, loss and grief support, community resources such as child and adult clothing, basic child supplies, toiletries and hygiene items

Dispute Resolution Center of Yakima/Kittitas County
Phone: 509-453-8949  https://drcyakima.org/
Provides: The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) of Yakima and Kittitas Counties provides services and training for people to resolve disputes peacefully themselves.

Greater Health Now https://greaterhealthnow.org/
Phone: 509-567-5317
Provides: Care coordinators connect people to a wide range of community-based services they are eligible for, such as medication delivery, health care, help applying for unemployment, local housing agencies, food banks, childcare providers, and more. The Paramedicine Program can assist with identifying providers for primary care, ensuring food security, and issuing emergency housing vouchers.  The program also can facilitate transportation for patients to attend appointments to support medication adherence. Community paramedics also conduct home visits for safety checks like smoke alarm replacements and building ramps for accessibility. Preparing homes for a comfortable transition post-hospitalization or rehabilitation facility discharge is another facet of these invaluable services.

Hearts and Hands of Kittitas County https://hospice-friends.org/
Phone: 509-968-5117 (Ellensburg) 509-955-3780 (Cle Elum)
Provides: NODA (No One Dies Alone) program, comfort therapies, bereavement support, mobility aids, other services provided by volunteers (rest, companionship, meal preparation, and/or light housecleaning).

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Kittitas County Health Network https://healthierkittitas.org/home
Phone: 509-933-7544
Provides: Mission to improve population health through cross-sector collaborating and systems integration. Provides resources, care coordination, trainings and information on community events and trainings

Mercy Medical Angels https://www.mercymedical.org/
Provides: Mercy Medical Angels removes the barrier to medical care with transportation on the ground with gas cards, bus and train tickets and in the air with flights flown by volunteer pilots and the commercial airlines. Please request additional information and assistance via their website.

Methodist Church Clothing Bank https://ellensburgumc.org/  
Phone: 509-962-9257
Provides: Community clothing center provides free gently used, free clothing on Tuesday and Saturday from 9am-noon.  Central Washington JFON (Justice For Our Neighbors) welcomes immigrants by providing free immigration and legal services to low-income immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers, as well as advocacy for immigrant justice. Please see  https://ellensburgumc.org/shelter for cold weather shelter locations.

National Indian Council on Aging, Inc. https://www.nicoa.org/
Provides: The mission of the National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA) is to advocate for improved comprehensive health, social services and economic well-being for American Indian and Alaska Native elders.

Northwest Justice Project https://nwjustice.org/home
Phone: 888-201-1014 (for access to CLEAR and other services)
Provides: Not for profit law firm that has 15 locations across Washington and has specialized units or projects that serve particularly vulnerable populations, including farm workers, Native Americans, State Hospital patients, veterans, victims of crime, survivors of domestic violence and persons over 60 years old. Operates CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral), a legal hotline for low income individuals.

Oracle Health Foundation https://www.oraclehealthfoundation.org/request-a-grant/
Phone: 816-573-6050
Provides: Oracle Health Foundation provides pediatric grants that cover a wide variety of clinical, equipment, travel and lodging, and vehicle modification costs related to children’s healthcare needs. Please review website information for more details on the specific types of covered expenses as well as eligibility requirements to apply for grants.

Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-washington-north-idaho
Phone: 866-904-7721
Provides: A variety of health care services including birth control, emergency contraception, STD testing and treatment, gender-affirming care, pregnancy testing, HPV vaccination, annual check ups, and more.

Rural.gov – Tribal Programs https://www.rural.gov/help-for-rural-communities/tribal-programs-and-resources
Provides: Programs and resources listed were developed exclusively for Tribes, Native Americans, and Alaska Natives. You can also find funding and information available to you listed on the Help for Rural Communities page.

Safe Yakima Valley https://www.safeyakimavalley.org/
Phone: 509.248.2021 x114
Provides: Our initiatives include youth mentoring, drug-free coalitions, and impactful community outreach events. We also support school-based programs that promote healthy behaviors, such as positive social norms campaigns, positive ticketing, and student-led prevention clubs. Our mentorship program connects community members with youth to support their personal development, build confidence, and create lasting relationships.

SPARK Peer Learning Center – https://wayouth.us/
Provides: SPARK Peer Learning Center is a youth led organization that works to strengthen and build the workforce development of youth certified peer support specialists with an emphasis on the WISe program in Washington State. We offer a 6-week program for youth ages 17-26 that teaches social and emotional skills who have had or is a family member of someone with behavior health challenges, and has knowledge of utilizing or navigating complex systems. SPARK classes prepare the youth to take the Certified Peer Support Specialist training.

Sunnyside Preschool and Child Care https://sunnysidecares.com/tuition-and-services
Phone: (509) 334-9097
Provides: Sunnyside Preschool and Child Care’s primary goals are to provide a clean, friendly, safe, and nurturing environment where both children and parents feel comfortable and happy. We implement Funshine Express Curriculum with all age groups. This ensures that children in our care receive a quality learning experience that aligns with Washington State Early Learning and Developmental Guidelines.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Team Child https://www.teamchild.org/
Phone: 206-322-2444
Provides: TeamChild provides free legal services and advocacy for youth involved in the juvenile justice system, child welfare, education, and mental health systems in Washington State. By helping youth secure housing, stay in school, and access community-based services, TeamChild addresses systemic barriers and empowers young people to achieve their goals.

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA state. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Yakima Immigration Response Network https://yakimaresponsenetwork.org/
Email: YakimaResponseNetwork@gmail.com
Provides: The Yakima Immigration Response Network (YIRN) is a Yakima County based network of volunteers working to support immigrant communities throughout the Yakima Valley. Provides education and trainings for family safety planning, workplace rights, rapid response team, immigrant registration and information on Customs and Border Protection and bus travel.

YouMedical https://www.youmedical.org/
Phone: 1-800-712-4357 
Provides: Informs and empower individuals facing an unexpected pregnancy and sexual health concerns

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)  — Yakima County

Aging and Long-Term Care (ALTC) https://www.altcwashington.com/
Phone: 509-925-8765 206
Provides: A comprehensive and coordinated system of services to help meet the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities, provides advocacy

Among Friends https://www.among-friends.org/
Provides: We partner with parents and professionals who support someone who is vulnerable, has cognitive impairments or neurodiversity, and/or who has complex needs to address social-sexual behaviors in proactive, preventative, positive and person-centered ways. We offer a wide range of services designed to cultivate rights based, medically accurate, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive social-sexual support services to promote healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.

Autism Society of Washington https://www.autismsocietyofwa.org/
Phone: 206-693-3153
Provides: We are a proudly Autistic-led and neuro-affirming organization, and a dedicated affiliate of the Autism Society of America. We support Autistics and their communities across Washington State through advocacy, education, allyship, and inclusive connection. We strive to create a more accepting and informed world.

Boost Collaborative – Evaluation and Assessment http://boostcollaborativewa.org/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Boost Collaborative provides, at no cost to families, Evaluation and Assessments of children birth to three for parents who have concerns about their child’s development. This service does NOT require a doctor’s order or insurance. If parents choose to have their child assessed, they are NOT obligated to use recommended services.

Once a parent request this service (OR a doctor submits a referral,) Boost Collaborative is obligated to schedule an intake appointment within a 45-day timeframe. The intake appointment may be in-person or virtual. The Support Services team gathers information about your child through parent report, observation of the child while playing and doing daily tasks, and using formal assessments completed by qualified providers. The team is able to gather an in-depth look at your child’s development to determine their needs. This formal process is provided by a team of early intervention professionals working with your child and their parents or guardian. Copies of the development assessment and observations are shared with parents, typically in a written report format.

Boost Collaborative – Early Supports Services http://boostcollaborativewa.org/early-intervention/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Early Supports services are established to enable children birth to three, whom have a developmental delay or diagnosed disability, to have increased success when engaged in natural learning experiences. Services may include, but are not limited to Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy, Special Instruction, Feeding Team Services, and Service Coordination.

Boost Collaborative makes every effort to provide services to each child/family in a natural environment; that is, the environment where the child spends their day. This may be in the family home, at childcare, or in another community setting.

Canine Angels https://canine-angels.org/
Provides: Service dogs to children and young adults with disabilities

Central Washington Disability Resources (CWDR) https://www.mycwdr.org/
Phone: 509-962-9620
Provides: Free services to anyone that identifies as having a disability, regardless of age, gender, national origin or status (citizen and non-citizens). Provides individual and system advocacy, independent living skills training, information and referrals, peer counseling and peer support, youth transition services, institutional transition and diversion assistance.

Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) https://www.doh.wa.gov/CYSHCN
Provides: CYSHCN promotes connected systems of care for children and youth with special care needs from birth to transition to adulthood. We work with national, state, local and community partners to help connect CYSHCN and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Developmental Disabilities Administration https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dda
Phone: 877-501-2233
Provides: The Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) provides youth and families who qualify with services, assistance, education and more. Services and assistance vary based on level of need and other factors. Please reach out to your local DDA office for more information on qualifying for DDA services and the application process.

Elevatus https://www.elevatustraining.com/
Provides: As a national leader in the field of sexuality and intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism (I/DD), we offer evidence-informed and trauma-informed products to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate the topic of sexuality. Our product offerings include: curriculum and related products, online training, in-services and workshops and keynotes.

Family Education and Support Services https://familyess.org/
Phone: 360-754-7629
Provides: Our programs partner with parents to help them build the skills and confidence they need to they need to make sure kids have safe and healthy childhoods. When children grow up safe and healthy in strong families, it changes the course of their lives. The website provides information on various programs, classes and resources. The Parental Compass Podcast was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. Access the Parental Compass Podcast here: https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/. Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google and Podbean.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Heritage Service Dogs https://heritageservicedogs.com/
Phone: 541-203-0456
Provides: AKC registered standard poodle puppies and training resources for medical, physical, psychological, therapy, emotional support and companion dogs

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

Nutrition Network https://nutritionnetworkwa.org/
Phone: 206-598-3025
Provides: Our project supports nutrition services for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and their families in Washington State. Because children and youth with special health care needs are at increased risk for nutrition-related problems, the project provides training and ongoing support for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) and community feeding teams. Feeding teams work directly with families to help parents/caregivers resolve important issues related to feeding and nutrition. You can also locate a RDN in Washington State who will provide nutrition services for children and youth with special health care needs.

National Council for Severe Autism https://www.ncsautism.org/
Provides: Pursuing recognition, policy change and solutions for the surging population of individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe forms of autism and related disorders

Office of Behavioral Health Advocacy (OBHA) https://www.obhadvocacy.org/
Provides: Free assistance, support and advocacy to any individual who is currently receiving or is in need of access to behavioral health services in Washington state. Input and recommendations to local, regional and statewide entities regarding changes in laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures that will improve behavioral health services, service access, and service delivery and behavioral health-related training for community members, service providers, and other stakeholders.

Office of Education Ombuds https://www.oeo.wa.gov/en
Provides: The Education Ombuds (OEO) is an independent state agency that helps to reduce educational opportunity gaps by supporting families, students, educators and other stakeholders in communities across WA in understanding the K-12 school system and resolving concerns collaboratively. OEO services are free and confidential. Anyone can contact OEO with a question of concern about school.

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

PAVE https://wapave.org/
Phone: 1-800- 572-7368
Provides: Support, training, information and resources to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

Project ECHO: https://echoautism.org/
Provides: Individuals with autism rely on the communities around them for support and understanding. ECGO Autism connects specialist teams with local care teams to benefit and empower autistic people and their advocates. Through telementoring, ECHO creates access to high-quality specialty care in local communities.

Social Security Administration
How to apply information through ARC of Tri-Cities https://arcoftricities.com/ssi/supplemental-security-income or
https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA3eGfBhCeARIsACpJNU9z3LZM49aia0JPPL0LKkK0GoLrh25qt_jHI4S8nvuo8Y8CN1RnxtsaAiI0EALw_wcB
Provides: Monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness who have income and resources below specific financial limits

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

The Association for Successful Parenting (TASP)  https://achancetoparent.net/
Provides: A leading nonprofit committed to successfully supporting families when parents have learning difficulties. Work is centered around education, advocacy, direct support and resource sharing.

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

Washington Autism Alliance https://washingtonautismalliance.org/
Phone: 425-894-7231
Provides: Expands access to healthcare, education and services for people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities in Washington State.

Washington Sensory Disabilities Services (WSDS) https://wsds.wa.gov/
Phone: 360-947-3297 
Provides: Partners with schools, families and agencies to support children and youth who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/low vision, or deafblind, by providing assessment services, training and consultation

Washington State Community Connectors (WSCC) https://wsccsupport.org/
Phone: 253-251-2952
Provides: Access to education and training, proactive community outreach for workforce development, technical assistance, provides support to families in Washington state who have children with complex emotional needs

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA State. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Inpatient Mental Health Services for Youth and Families — Yakima County

CLIP (Children’s Long Term Inpatient Program) https://clipadministration.org/
Provides: Inpatient psychiatric care in structured settings that are designed to assess, treat, and stabilize children and youth diagnosed with a severe psychiatric disorder. Note: this is not a crisis service, respite or placement for youth. Guardians should contact their insurance provider for more detailed information on the application process.

Inland Northwest Behavioral Health
https://inlandnorthwestbh.com/treatment-services/adolescent-inpatient-treatment/
(ages 13-17)
Phone: 509-992-1888
Provides: Inpatient behavioral healthcare of teens for ages 13-17 experiencing an emotional or behavioral health crisis with 24 hour safety and care by trained psychiatric professionals.

Kitsap Mental Health Services
https://www.kitsapmentalhealth.org/get-help/crisis-24-7-services/youth-inpatient-services/
Bremerton, WA (ages 12-17)
Phone: 360-373-5031
Provides: Our Youth Inpatient Team provides collaborative, family-centered care that’s designed to help youth and their families build skills that allow them to thrive when they return home to their communities. With 10 beds for children and adolescents ages 12-17, the Youth Inpatient Unit serves clients with a wide variety of clinical symptoms.

Kootenai Health https://www.kh.org/behavioral-health/youth-acute/
Phone: 208-625-4820 Coeur d’Alene, ID
Provides: The Youth Acute Unit, an inpatient unit at Kootenai Health, is a place for healing and recovery for youth in a psychiatric crisis. Our strengths-based program works with children ages 10-13 and adolescents 14-17 to promote safety, stability, and hope.  We offer expert diagnostic assessment, medication treatment as appropriate and individual and family therapy in a safe and nurturing environment.

Lake Burien Transitional Care Facility (LBTCF)
Provides: Integrated whole person care for youth with ID/D and Co-Occurring Disorders. Lake Burien Transitional Care Facility is a new therapeutic facility developed to support youth, ages 13-17, with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, behavioral health needs, and other co-occurring disorders such as substance use disorder and mental illness. For DDA enrolled youth, contact your DDA CM for assistance. For non-DDA enrolled youth, send inquiries or referral to LakeBurienTCF@dshs.wa.gov.
For additional information and eligibility questions contact: LakeBurienTCF@dshs.wa.gov

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Providence Falls Medical Center
https://www.providence.org/locations/or/willamette-falls-medical-center/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-inpatient-unit
Oregon City, OR
Phone: (503) 742-6773
Provides: As part of the Providence Children’s Health Institute, Providence Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inpatient Unit provides treatment programs for children through age 12 and teens through age 17. Our programs are developmentally age-appropriate and flexible to individual need while incorporating collaborative problem-solving approaches. Family involvement is encouraged during treatment as well as with care planning and discharge planning.

Saint Alphonsus https://www.saintalphonsus.org/services/behavioral-health/inpatient-services
Phone: 208-367-3189
Provides: A program for patients up to age 12 who require hospitalization. Crisis stabilization is a unit separate from the adult population with an average length of stay of 6 to 8 days. All inpatient programs include a medical evaluation, psychiatric evaluation, psychosocial assessment, medication management, milieu and group treatment, discharge planning, other consultations as arranged, chaplaincy services, patient and family education.

Seattle Children’s Hospital Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-behavioral-medicine-unit/
Phone: 206-987-2055
Provides: Children with complex mental health issues may have times when they need to stay overnight in the hospital for treatment. When this happens, we have a specialized unit where we treat children ages 4 to 17 who are in psychiatric crisis. This unit is the PBMU. 

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital Adolescent Mental Health Program https://www.smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com/
Phone: (360) 651-6400 (ages 13-17)
Provides: Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital provides specialized mental health and substance abuse treatment. We offer specialized programs proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness in an inpatient setting. Our patients can expect a safe, caring environment with trained physicians, nurses, counselors and technicians who will provide outstanding care for you, your loved one or your client.

South Sound Behavioral Hospital
https://www.southsoundbehavioralhospital.com/adolescent-inpatient-services/
Phone: (844)949-8888 (ages 13-17)
Provides: Mental health inpatient treatment for youth ages 13-17.

Inpatient Adolescent Behavioral Health at Tacoma General Hospital https://www.multicare.org/find-a-location/tacoma-general-hospital/departments/adolescent-inpatient-psychiatric-unit/
Phone: 253-403-0360 (ages 13-17)
Provides: Our 27-bed hospital-based has private rooms and open social areas, while also including state-of-the-art safety features to protect patients and staff. Our collaborative team of pediatric and mental health staff work together we create a treatment plan tailored to each teen’s diagnosis and psychosocial needs.

Two Rivers Landing https://comphc.org/locations/adolescent-inpatient-facility-yakima/
Phone: 509-469-3727 (ages 12-17)
Provides: Comprehensive Healthcare’s Adolescent Inpatient Facility (also known as Two Rivers Landing) provides short-term stabilization, where adolescents are referred for acute, inpatient care. The average length of stay is eight to ten days, symptoms are quickly stabilized, and connections are established to community providers.

Unity Center for Behavioral Health (Legacy Emanuel) https://unityhealthcenter.org/
Portland,OR
Phone: 503-944-8000 (ages 9-17)
Provides: Unity Center for Behavioral Health is a 24-hour behavioral and mental health services center located in the greater Portland metropolitan area. We provide immediate psychiatric care and a path to stabilization and recovery for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Unity Center offers inpatient mental health treatment to adults and adolescents ages 9 to 17.

Insurance  — Yakima County

State Health Insurance Benefits Advisors Helpline (SHIBA) https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba
Phone: 509-962-4311
Provides: A free, unbiased and confidential service of WA State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, SHIBA volunteers help people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options.
Eligibility for Behavioral Health services is often determined by insurance coverage. Many insurance companies have the benefit of behavioral health case management. Behavioral Health case management can assist with locating services for your child or youth.
If you or your youth are Medicaid eligible you should contact your Managed Care Organization (MCO) for care coordination and case management needs. Please call the number on the back of your card for assistance first. If you need additional assistance or don’t have a card, here is the contact information for MCO’s:

Apple Health – Medicaid Insurance Providers:

Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW) https://www.chpw.org/
Phone: 800-440-1561

Coordinated Care https://www.coordinatedcarehealth.com/members/medicaid.html
Phone: 877-644-4613

Molina Healthcare https://www.molinahealthcare.com/
Phone: 855-542-1990

Wellpoint https://www.wellpoint.com/
Phone: 833-972-1430

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

When to contact Managed Care Organizations:

1. When a patient would benefit from case management
2. A family is interested in CLIP (Children’s Long Term Inpatient Program)
3. A youth is being recommended for inpatient from the Emergency Department
4. Consult on complex presentation
5. Additional resource needs

Commercial Insurance:

• Aetna Health
• Anthem Inc.
• Regence
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• Premera Blue Cross
• Regence BlueShield
• TriCare
• Military OneSource
• First Choice Health Network
• Kaiser Permanente
• United Healthcare
• Cigna

LGBTQIA+ – Yakima County

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Ingersoll Gender Center https://www.ingersollgendercenter.org
Phone: 206-849-7859
Provides: Ingersoll Gender Center is an organization by, and for transgender and gender noncomforming people that provides a mutual support through peer led support groups, advocacy in navigating resources, community organizing, and education – all in the pursuit of our collective self-determination.
PFLAG https://pflag.org/
Provides: Support, information, and resources to LGBTQA+ people, their parents and families, and allies.

The QLaw Foundation of Washington https://www.qlawfoundation.org/
Phone: 206-483-2725
Provides: LGBTQ2S+ Legal Clinics offer FREE consultation with a volunteer attorney on LGBTQ2S+ issues. Transgender Legal Clinics provide free help understanding legal issues, exploring possible solutions, and getting referrals. QLaw also provides legal resources, self-help packets, and webinars for LGBTQ2S+ communities and attorneys.

The Space Youth Center https://ynhs.org/programs/youth-resources
Phone: 509-574-4216
Provides: The Space is a special gathering place for Yakima-area youth between the ages of 13 and 23. Here, youth can feel safe and connect with peers and resources. At The Space, youth can do homework, have a snack, check email, play games, enjoy the craft room, and participate in scheduled activities. Behavioral health appointments can also be made. The Space is staffed by Neighborhood Health staff and trained volunteers. We are open Monday-Saturday but please call ahead for hours. Located on the Anita Monoian Campus, 12 S. 8th Street, Yakima, WA.

Yakima Pride https://www.yakimapride.org/about
Phone: 509-426-7799
Provides: Yakima Pride is dedicated to creating a vibrant and equitable community for LGBTQIA+ individuals across the Yakima Valley and Central Washington. We acknowledge and celebrate the diverse identities within our community, including the unique experiences of Black, Indigenous, and Latine/Latinx individuals. We are committed to fostering a future where all LGBTQIA+ individuals, including those from historically marginalized backgrounds, are valued and respected.

Mentoring Programs — Yakima County

Male Mentors Needed

Safe Yakima Valley https://www.safeyakimavalley.org/
Phone: 509.248.2021 x114
Provides: Our initiatives include youth mentoring, drug-free coalitions, and impactful community outreach events. We also support school-based programs that promote healthy behaviors, such as positive social norms campaigns, positive ticketing, and student-led prevention clubs. Our mentorship program connects community members with youth to support their personal development, build confidence, and create lasting relationships.

Mentoring Brochure
Male Mentors Needed Flyer

Nutritionists — Yakima County

Cactus & Clove Nutrition Counseling, LLC https://cactusandclove.com/
Phone: (509) 554-3219
Kelsey Schmitt, RD, CD kelsey@cactusandclove.com
Virtual

Kassandra Horn, NTP / FULLY FED Functional Nutrition
Located in Kennewick, WA, but offers telehealth
Email: kassandrahornco@gmail.com
Provides: Gut and hormone health to restore your energy, strength, metabolism and mind. Simple living rooted in real food, faith and fitness. Health coaching and personal chef.

Nourish https://www.usenourish.com/
Provides: Collective of multiple virtual dietitians that specialize in the treatment of eating disorders
Contact them through website.

Parent Supports — Yakima County

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/
Phone: 988
Provides: Information about the warning signs of suicide, risk factors, real conversations, resources and creative ways to help

Among Friends https://www.among-friends.org/
Provides: We partner with parents and professionals who support someone who is vulnerable, has cognitive impairments or neurodiversity, and/or who has complex needs to address social-sexual behaviors in proactive, preventative, positive and person-centered ways. We offer a wide range of services designed to cultivate rights based, medically accurate, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive social-sexual support services to promote healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.

ARC Washington: Parent to Parent https://arcwa.org/parent-to-parent/
Phone: 888-754-8798
Provides: We walk alongside those parenting children with developmental disabilities and/or special health care needs, connecting them with peer support and information so they can take the next step.

Art with Heart https://artwithheart.org/
Provides: Art with Heart brings the healing power of creative expression to kids and adults serving kids. Provides creative tools, resources, and support to any kind of community in need of healing. Therapeutic activity books are designed for kids ages 5-18. Printed materials, in-person and online trainings are available for adults who are leading or looking to lead creative expression programs with the kids they serve.

Be SMART https://besmartforkids.org/
Provides: The Be SMART campaign was launched in 2015 to promote responsible gun ownership in order to reduce the deaths, injuries and trauma that can result when a child or teen is able to access a gun. With the help of community leaders, police departments, and the everyday American who wants to make our communities safer for young children and teens, Be SMART continues to broaden its reach and share its message encouraging responsible gun ownership and secure gun storage. Because when our children are safe, our community is safe. Be SMART provides resources, information, trainings and education regarding gun safety and safe storage.

Be The Way Home – Become a Foster Parent https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/foster-parenting/become-a-foster-parent
Phone: 1-888-KIDS-414
Provides: Individuals and families are needed to support children and youth in your community. Quality training, monthly reimbursement, retention respite, mentoring support and resources are available to qualified foster parents.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FosterParentsWA

Because I Love You https://bily.org/
Provides: To provide peer support and tools for families to help them work through unavoidable crises, build lasting relationships, create a harmonious home, and prepare children for life. Virtual support groups for parents. See website for days and times.

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

Center of Parent Excellence (COPE) project https://www.acommonvoice.org/
Phone: 253-537-2145
Provides: A pathway for Washington state parents who are accessing and navigating the children’s behavioral health system to have peer support to ease their journey, whenever possible. Support is provided by A Common Voice, a statewide, family-run nonprofit organization that provides advocacy and support for families whose children have intensive behavioral health needs.

Charlie Health https://www.charliehealth.com/
Phone: 215-789-0454 or 206-369-2363
Provides: Virtual Services including Intensive Outpatient Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Free Support Groups, Commercial Insurance and Medicaid Accepted

Child Advocacy Center of Yakima County https://childrensadvocacycenteryakima.com/
Phone: 509-574-1288
Provides: A Children’s Advocacy Center is a child-focused, facility-based program where representatives from many disciplines meet to discuss and make decisions about investigation, treatment, intervention, and prosecution of child abuse cases. They also work together to prevent further victimization of children.In a child focused setting we provide forensic interviews, facilitate joint investigations, and coordinate access to services such as victim advocacy, medical, and mental health services for child abuse victims and witnesses in Yakima County.

Child Care Aware of Washington https://childcareawarewa.org/
Phone: 800-446-1114
Provides: Non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every child in Washington has access to high-quality child care and early learning programs.

Committee for Children https://www.cfchildren.org/
Provides: Committee for Children is on a mission to ensure children everywhere can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Best known for our innovative social-emotional learning curricula that blend research and rigor with intuitive program design, we empower children and adults with skills that help them realize their goals in the classroom and throughout their lives. Creators of the Second Step program. Committee for Children is a 40-year-old nonprofit that develops award-winning, research-based educational tools to promote social-emotional learning and prevent bullying and sexual abuse.
http://www.youtube.com/@committeeforchildren

Community Peace Center of Central Washington https://drcyakima.org/
Phone: 509-453-8949
Provides: The Community Peace Center of Central Washington exists to guide and support individuals and organizations towards equitable conflict resolution to foster a culture of unity and peace within our communities.

Dads M.O.V.E. https://www.dadsmove.org/
Phone: 800-736-0979
Provides: Education, peer support and advocacy

Elevatus https://www.elevatustraining.com/
Provides: As a national leader in the field of sexuality and intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism (I/DD), we offer evidence-informed and trauma-informed products to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate the topic of sexuality. Our product offerings include: curriculum and related products, online training, in-services and workshops and keynotes.

Eluna Network https://elunanetwork.org/
Provides: Eluna’s mission is to support children, teens, and families impacted by grief or addiction. Through the power of community, we ensure no child grieves alone and we break the cycle of addiction. Eluna grief camps and addiction prevention camps ensure youth and families find hope while having fun. Camp Mariposa is a free year-round addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth affected by the substance use of a family member. Camp Erin is a national network of in-person grief camps where youth and families find joy, hope and community. Camp Erin Online provides free online grief support for families to come together, learn ways to navigate grief and connect with others who have shared experience.

Family Education and Support Services https://familyess.org/
Phone: 360-754-7629
Provides: Our programs partner with parents to help them build the skills and confidence they need to they need to make sure kids have safe and healthy childhoods. When children grow up safe and healthy in strong families, it changes the course of their lives. The website provides information on various programs, classes and resources. The Parental Compass Podcast was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. Access the Parental Compass Podcast here: https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/. Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google and Podbean.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

FYSPRT (Family Youth System Partner Round Table) http://www.southeastfysprt.org/home.html
Contact: 509-737-2475 or fysprt@gcbh.org
Provides: A forum to bring families, youth and system partners and community together to strengthen resources by providing community-based approaches to address the behavioral health needs of children, youth and families. All are welcome at FYSPRT meetings, meetings are open to the public and take place on the 1st Thursday of each month 3:30-5pm via Zoom. See website for Zoom link.

Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) https://positiveexperience.org/
Provides: HOPE identifies ways that our communities and systems of care can better ensure that all children have more positive experiences and that all families have support to nurture and celebrate their strengths. The HOPE National Resource Center offers resources, trainings, research, and events on the HOPE framework that help you improve the lives of the children and families you serve in your work. No matter your reach, sector, or level of knowledge on the HOPE framework, we will work with you to promote positive changes!

Greater Health Now https://greaterhealthnow.org/
Phone: 509-567-5317
Provides: Care coordinators connect people to a wide range of community-based services they are eligible for, such as medication delivery, health care, help applying for unemployment, local housing agencies, food banks, childcare providers, and more. The Paramedicine Program can assist with identifying providers for primary care, ensuring food security, and issuing emergency housing vouchers.  The program also can facilitate transportation for patients to attend appointments to support medication adherence. Community paramedics also conduct home visits for safety checks like smoke alarm replacements and building ramps for accessibility. Preparing homes for a comfortable transition post-hospitalization or rehabilitation facility discharge is another facet of these invaluable services.

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Informing Families https://informingfamilies.org/
Provides: Informing Families is a resource provided by the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council, in partnership with the Developmental Disabilities Administration. We offer trusted news and information to individuals and families that empowers them to be active participants in planning and building a network of support and opportunities. Informing Families provides information and education on a wide range of topics and issues across the lifespan.

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn group – Catholic Charities https://catholiccharitiescw.org/yakima/services/play-and-learn
Phone (Text): 509-285-1456
Provides: Play and Learn groups support the parents and guardians in learning about child development. You have the opportunity to engage and explore in a warm and welcoming environment with your child, while learning about your child’s unique interests and skill level. Parents and guardians gain access to free, parent guided, developmental screenings using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire. Parents or guardians are able to access services through a texting platform and get connected to a live early learning specialist.

Lantern https://mylantern.org/
Phone: 303-433-6200
Provides: Lantern is a nonprofit specializing in delivering childhood development resources to parents through an innovative text messaging platform. Because kids don’t come with instructions, Lantern provides essential information tailored for nurturing children from pregnancy through preteen. Customize messages by age, location and needs/interests.
Sign Up: https://mylantern.org/sign-up/

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

National Alliance for Children’s Grief https://nacg.org/
Phone: 866-432-1542
Provides: The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. Through the collective voice of our members and partners, we educate, advocate and raise awareness about childhood bereavement.

National Council for Severe Autism https://www.ncsautism.org/
Provides: Pursuing recognition, policy change and solutions for the surging population of individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe forms of autism and related disorders

National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth https://www.ncsby.org/
Provides: We strive to inspire youth, parents, caregivers, and professionals to make better choices – to instill healthier responses to problematic sexual behavior (PSB) in youth. We want to promote youth’s healthy sexual development and behavior and prevent sexual behaviors that are developmentally inappropriate or potentially harmful to others. Our resources are designed to improve accuracy and accessibility. We have years of experience, and that expertise means we can help you refine your understanding and responses to sexual behavior in youth. By better understanding the nature, incidence, prevalence, prevention, treatment, and management of youth with PSB, you can improve your approach.

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network https://www.nctsn.org/
Provides: OUR MISSION is to raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States. NCTSN.org is a resource for the public, professionals, and others who care about children and are concerned about child traumatic stress.

Office of Behavioral Health Advocacy (OBHA) https://www.obhadvocacy.org/
Provides: Free assistance, support and advocacy to any individual who is currently receiving or is in need of access to behavioral health services in Washington state. Input and recommendations to local, regional and statewide entities regarding changes in laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures that will improve behavioral health services, service access, and service delivery and behavioral health-related training for community members, service providers, and other stakeholders.

Office of Education Ombuds https://www.oeo.wa.gov/en
Provides: The WA State Governor’s Office of the Education Ombuds (OEO) is an independent state agency that helps to reduce educational opportunity gaps by supporting families, students, educators and other stakeholders in communities across WA in understanding the K-12 school system and resolving concerns collaboratively. OEO services are free and confidential. Anyone can contact OEO with a question of concern about school.

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

Pacific Sky Recovery Center https://pacificskyrecovery.com/
Phone: 425-448-6433
Provides: Pacific Sky Recovery Center provides outpatient care to individuals (adults 18+) with mild to moderate substance use disorders or those who have completed a more intensive residential program and need on-going support. Pacific Sky Recovery Center provides mental health and substance use disorder treatment. At this time, Medicaid is not accepted, however, there are scholarships available for those who do not have commercial insurance.

PAL for Moms (Perinatal Psychiatry Consultation Line) https://perc.psychiatry.uw.edu/perinatal-pcl/
Provides: Perinatal PCL is a free, state-funded program providing perinatal mental health consultation, recommendations and referrals for Washington state providers caring for pregnant or postpartum patients.

PAVE https://wapave.org/
Phone: 1-800- 572-7368
Provides: PAVE provides support, training, information and resources to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities.

PFLAG  https://pflag.org/
Provides: Support, information, and resources to LGBTQA+ people, their parents and families, and allies.

Project ECHO: https://echoautism.org/
Provides: Individuals with autism rely on the communities around them for support and understanding. ECHO Autism connects specialist teams with local care teams to benefit and empower autistic people and their advocates. Through telementoring, ECHO creates access to high-quality specialty care in local communities.

Project Guardian https://yakimapolice.org/project-guardian/
Provides: This is a program developed to help keep your loved one with special needs, including autism, safe. The program is a free, voluntary, and confidential database offered, managed, and maintained by YPD for persons living within the City of Yakima.
When someone enrolls in the program, officers obtain their basic information, a current digital photograph, family emergency contact information, and other information that might help officers when encountering the individual. Once registered, you will be mailed a sticker and static cling to display in your home and vehicle window to alert officers of a potential person with special needs. Enrollment is easy. Caregivers can register family members with special needs by completing the online application.

Safe Yakima Valley https://www.safeyakimavalley.org/
Phone: 509.248.2021 x114
Provides: Our initiatives include youth mentoring, drug-free coalitions, and impactful community outreach events. We also support school-based programs that promote healthy behaviors, such as positive social norms campaigns, positive ticketing, and student-led prevention clubs. Our mentorship program connects community members with youth to support their personal development, build confidence, and create lasting relationships.

Seattle Children’s – River of Connection game
https://patient-education.seattlechildrens.org/citation/river-connection-game-c38d
Provides: A game to play with your family and friends to learn about each other and our environment in Washington State. Everyone is a winner! This game is based on the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) Framework from Tufts Medical Center. Adapted with permission from Alaska Children’s Trust by the Family Connections Program at Seattle Children’s.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Tahoma Northwest https://www.tahomanw.org/
Provides: Provides various services for those living in the Tacoma area including peer support services for adults, and they plan on adding therapy and case management services as well. For those outside of the Tacoma area, they offer virtual support groups, trainings on various behavioral health topics, and special education needs. Please check the website for trainings and other resources.

Team Child https://www.teamchild.org/
Phone: 206-322-2444
Provides: TeamChild provides free legal services and advocacy for youth involved in the juvenile justice system, child welfare, education, and mental health systems in Washington State. By helping youth secure housing, stay in school, and access community-based services, TeamChild addresses systemic barriers and empowers young people to achieve their goals.

1in6 https://1in6.org/
Provides: At least 1 in 6 men have been sexually abused or assaulted. If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, you are not alone. We’re here to support you in your path to a happier, healthier future. Find information and resources here, or from our parent company, Zero Abuse Project, a 501(c)(3) organization committed to transforming institutions in order to effectively prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse.

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

Washington State Community Connectors (WSCC) https://wsccsupport.org/
Phone: 253-251-2952
Provides: Access to education and training, proactive community outreach for workforce development, technical assistance, provides support to families in Washington state who have children with complex emotional needs

Yakima County Court Classes https://www.yakimacounty.us/1602/Classes
Phone: 509-594-8299
Provides: Several classes are offered online and in person, including theft awareness/cost recovery, parenting skills, anger management, defensive driving class.

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services — Yakima County

211 Washington https://wa211.org/
Phone: 211
Provides: 2-1-1 is a free, confidential community service and your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, health, child care, afterschool programs, elder care, crisis intervention and more.

Adult Protective Services  https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services
Phone: 1-877-734-6277 or report online https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/altsaapps/OCR/publicOCR.PubRptInputReporterInformation.executeLoad.action
Adult Protective Services (APS) is dedicated to serving vulnerable adults. They investigate reports about abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of vulnerable adults in Washington State.

Casey Family Programs https://www.casey.org/
Phone: 206-282-7300
Provides: Casey Family Programs works to influence long-lasting improvements to the well-being of children, families and the communities where they live. We provide consulting services to child welfare systems; direct services to children and families; public policy resources; and research and analysis.

Child Protective Services (CPS) https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/child-welfare-system/cps
Phone: 855-420-5888
Provides: Offices within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. How to report abuse: https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/safety/report-abuse

Crime Victims Compensation https://lni.wa.gov/claims/crime-victim-claims/apply-for-crime-victim-benefits
Phone: (800) 762-3716
Provides: Information regarding filing claims if you are a victim of a physical injury of mental health trauma as a result of a gross misdemeanor or felony crime in WA State

Department of Social and Health Services www.dshs.wa.gov
Medical assistance: 1 (800) 562-3022
Health benefits: 1 (855) 923-4633
Community Services Office: 1 (877) 501-2233
Provides: WA State Department of Social and Health Services delivers a variety of social services, employment supports, safety programs and court-ordered behavioral health care.

DIAL-A-RIDE https://yakimatransit.org/dial-a-ride/
Phone: (509) 469-0852
Provides: Transportation services to those who qualify. Apply at the Transit Center located at 105 S 4th St Yakima, WA or online using the following link: https://yakimatransit.org/media/DAR-Application-05.2024.pdf

Dispute Resolution Center of Yakima/Kittitas County
Phone: 509-453-8949  
Provides: The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) of Yakima and Kittitas Counties provides services and training for people to resolve disputes peacefully themselves.

Greater Health Now https://greaterhealthnow.org/
Phone: 509-567-5317
Provides: Care coordinators connect people to a wide range of community-based services they are eligible for, such as medication delivery, health care, help applying for unemployment, local housing agencies, food banks, childcare providers, and more. The Paramedicine Program can assist with identifying providers for primary care, ensuring food security, and issuing emergency housing vouchers.  The program also can facilitate transportation for patients to attend appointments to support medication adherence. Community paramedics also conduct home visits for safety checks like smoke alarm replacements and building ramps for accessibility. Preparing homes for a comfortable transition post-hospitalization or rehabilitation facility discharge is another facet of these invaluable services.

Henry Beauchamp Community Center https://oicofwa.org/locations/campus_detail.html?campus_id=6
Phone: (509) 575-6114
Provides: Skills development, job assistance, tutoring (non-school day), parent engagement, and more. Please see website or call for all services available.

Image Point Mobile Medical Services https://www.imagepoint.org/
Phone: (509) 654-2341
Provides: Free pregnancy testing, confirmation ultrasounds, options and referrals, abortion pill reversal, STI testing and treatment

Life Choices – Pregnancy Resource and Medical Center https://www.lifechoicesyakima.com/
Phone: (509) 248-2273 or Text: 509-426-4779
Provides: Confidential, no cost services include but are not limited to, pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, options consultations, abortion information, abortion pill reversal, STI testing, pregnancy support, parenting classes and education, support for men, abortion recovery, mental health counseling, referrals

Love, Inc https://loveincyakima.org/  
Phone: 509-453-0214

National Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/
Phone: (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or Text “START” to 88788
Provides: Every contact with The Hotline is personal. Depending on your situation, advocates will talk you through different courses of action. They can offer strategies to help you calm down and de-escalate, as well as help you learn more about Bettering Intervention and Prevention Programs. Advocates can help you find local services and recommend resources to fit your situation.

National Poison Help Hotline https://www.wapc.org/
Phone: 1-800-222-1222

National Sexual Assault Hotline https://rainn.org/resources
Phone: (800) 656-HOPE (4673)
Provides: National sexual assault hotline that is free, confidential and operates 24/7. Committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence, cultivating communities of anti-sexual violence activism, and promoting policies that deliver justice and hold perpetrators accountable.

Northwest Justice Project https://nwjustice.org/home
Phone: 888-201-1014 (for access to CLEAR and other services)
Provides: Not for profit law firm that has 15 locations across Washington and has specialized units or projects that serve particularly vulnerable populations, including farm workers, Native Americans, State Hospital patients, veterans, victims of crime, survivors of domestic violence and persons over 60 years old. Operates CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral), a legal hotline for low income individuals.

Provides: Call the Connection Center and a volunteer will listen to your story and assess your needs. This can mean receiving resources from a Gap Ministry, joining Emerge, or a referral to a local agency. Call for assistance.

People for People https://www.mypfp.org/
Phone: (509) 248-6726
Provides: Provides Information and referrals (211), employment, training, meals on wheels and transportation. People for People provides safe and reliable transportation that impacts the health and quality of life in our rural communities. We are here to help with your transportation needs. Whether you need our door-to-door service (if you are not using Medicaid), fixed-route services, or require assistance with a Medicaid eligible trip.

Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-washington-north-idaho
Phone: 866-904-7721
Provides: A variety of health care services including birth control, emergency contraception, STD testing and treatment, gender-affirming care, pregnancy testing, HPV vaccination, annual check-ups, and more.

Post-overdose Toolkit for Friends and Family https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/program/82-0675-post-overdose-toolkit-friends-family.pdf
The purpose of this guide is to “help the helpers.” It includes supportive and educational materials for family, caregivers, or other loved ones in the aftermath of someone close to them experiencing and surviving an overdose.

Quiroga Law Office (Immigration Attorney) www.quirogalawoffice.com
Phone: (509) 927-3840     
Provides: Immigration law office serving Tri-Cities and other communities throughout Eastern Washington. We help non-citizens and their families with obtaining lawful residence in the United States through a variety of legal services. Hablamos Español.

Salvation Army www.yakima.salvationarmy.org
Phone: (509) 453-3139
Provides: Food and nutrition, casework services, missing persons, seasonal services, day camp activities, character building program, and more. Please call for more information.

Special Mobility Services (SMS) https://www.sms1.org/
Phone: (509) 534-7171
Provides: SMS helps people in eastern Washington get to their medical health care appointments. Eligibility for transportation assistance includes current Medical Assistance Identification Card, as well as inability to get to and from health care appointments.

Stephens & Granados (Immigration Attorney) https://www.stevensgranados.com/
Phone: (509) 895-7811
Provides: Assists individuals and families all over the country and the world with their immigration cases. Our female-owned law firm provides clients with the care, compassion, experience and attention to detail that their immigration cases need. We help clients successfully acquire legal status, reunite families, and navigate the complex immigration system.

TeamChild Youth Legal Services https://teamchild.org/
Phone: (509) 573-4993
Provides: TeamChild upholds the rights of youth involved or at risk of being involved, in the juvenile justice system to help them secure the education, healthcare, housing and other supports they need to achieve positive outcomes in their lives. We provide free legal services, training and community education, and policy advocacy to impact youth (12-24 years old).

U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services https://www.uscis.gov/
Phone: (800) 375-5283
Provides: USCIS is the government agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States.

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA state. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Washington Telebuprenorphine Program https://em.uw.edu/sections/population-health/wa-telebuprenorphine-program
Offers fast, short-term access to buprenorphine (Suboxone) via telehealth, serving residents statewide and helping link them to ongoing, community-based care.
PHONE: 7 days a week, 9:00 AM-9:00 PM (206) 289-0287
EMAIL: telebupe@uw.edu

Yakima County Anger Management Class https://www.yakimacounty.us/1602/Classes
Phone: 509-594-8299
Provides: This 12-hour course is designed to develop the necessary skills for maintaining positive relationships and reducing stress. Participants will learn how to identify triggers, manage emotions in a healthy way and communicate effectively. This course is offered in both English and Spanish. Other classes, including parenting skills, defensive driving and consume theft awareness classes are also available. Please see website for details.

Yakima County Open Sexual Assault Line (509) 452-9675 or (888) 605-6999

YouMedical https://www.youmedical.org/
Phone: 1-800-712-4357
Provides: Informs and empower individuals facing an unexpected pregnancy and sexual health concerns

Substance Use Disorder Support Services — Yakima County

Alcoholic Anonymous (AA) https://alcoholicsanonymous.com/
Phone: 509-925-1771
Provides: Fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solves their common problem and help other to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Dream Catchers – Narcotics Anonymous (online only)
Phone: 208-883-5006, 1-800-622-4371
Information: Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/4581424458
Zoom Meeting ID: 458 142 4458 Passcode: unity208

Narcotics Anonymous https://wnirna.org/
Phone: 888-290-1953
Provides: Narcotics Anonymous is a non-profit fellowship of people who suffer from the disease of addition. We meet on a regular basis to help each other stay clean and share our experience, strength and hope. If you think you might have a drug problem, please call the regional helpline or one of the area helplines, or come to one of our meetings.
Visit website for meeting schedule https://www.narcotics.com/na-meetings/washington/ellensburg/

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-855-385-4539
Provides: We treat children ages 7-11 and adolescents ages 12-18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, co-occurring eating disorder, other mental health issues, and substance use. The Newport Academy Seattle Outpatient Program, located in Kirkland, WA, provides effective, evidence-based care for teens with primary mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression and PTSD, and co-occurring issues, including substance use and disordered eating. Newport Academy’s residential treatment programs in WA State provides effective, evidenced-based care for primary mental health and/or substance use disorders.

Parent child Assistance Program (PCAP) https://pcap.psychiatry.uw.edu/
Phone: 509-907-1105 Kim Hitchcock
Provides: Home visitation case-management for pregnant and parenting women with substance abuse disorders. PCAP strives to help mothers build healthy families and prevent future births of children exposed prenatally to alcohol and drugs.

Shatterproof | Reversing the Addiction Crisis in the U.S. https://www.shatterproof.org/
Provides: Together we’re working to transform our healthcare system, and our society, so we prevent and treat addiction with science and compassion – the way we do with any other chronic illness, and build a future where those touched by this disease don’t experience any shame or stigma.

The Wounded Phoenix Foundation https://woundedphoenix.org/
Phone: 509-339-6328
Provides: Our mission is to bring awareness to overdose & overdose prevention. We are mental health & Addict advocates honoring our Brother’s legacy by being a voice to help save others. First & foremost focusing our efforts locally in an attempt to make a difference in our home community, one loved one at a time. Free Narcan can be ordered through their site.

Washington Recovery Help Line https://www.warecoveryhelpline.org/
Phone: 1-866-789-1511
Provides: The Washington Recovery Help Line is a program of Crisis Connections. Offers anonymous, confidential 24-hour help line for Washington State residents. This help line is for those experiencing substance use disorder, problem gambling, and/or a mental health challenge. Professionally trained staff provide emotional support and can also connect callers with local treatment resources or more community services.

Washington Telebuprenorphine Program https://em.uw.edu/sections/population-health/wa-telebuprenorphine-program
Offers fast, short-term access to buprenorphine (Suboxone) via telehealth, serving residents statewide and helping link them to ongoing, community-based care.
PHONE: 7 days a week, 9:00 AM-9:00 PM (206) 289-0287
EMAIL: telebupe@uw.edu

Yakima Valley Vet Center https://www.va.gov/yakima-valley-vet-center/#locations-and-contact-information
Phone: (509) 457-2736 Veteran’s Insurance
Provides: Vet Centers are small, non-medical, counseling center conveniently located in your community. They’re staffed by trained counselors and team members dedicated to seeing you through the challenges that come with managing life during and after the military.

SUD Inpatient Providers — Yakima County

Astria https://www.astria.health/services/behavioral-healthpsychiatry/medical-withdrawal-management
Phone: 509-865-1590
Provides: In-patient medical withdrawal management for adults. Facilities are located with Astria Toppenish hospital and equipped to assist with medical care during the withdrawal process.

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations Spokane Valley, WA https://healinglodge.org/
Phone: 509-533-6910
Provides: Residential chemical dependency treatment for males and females 13-17 years of age. Provides 90-120 day intensive inpatient treatment. Primary focus is to serve the Native American population, services are open to all adolescents.

Madrona Recovery https://madronarecovery.com/
Phone: 360-822-3400
Provides: Our two residential programs in Tigard, Oregon and Brush Prairie near Vancouver, Washington serve youth ages 13-17 with mental health issues and co-occurring substance use disorders, as well as those without substance use concerns. The programs offer short-term stabilization, aiming for a six-week stay before returning youth to their homes.

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Sea Mar – Turning Point https://www.seamar.org/king-bh-turningpoint.html
Phone: 206.219.5980
Provides: Addiction treatment for adults

Sea Mar – Renacer https://www.seamar.org/king-bh-renacer.html
Phone: 206-766-6969
Provides: substance use disorder treatment for male youth

Sea Mar – Visions https://www.seamar.org/whatcom-bh-vytcc.html
Phone: 360-647-4266
Provides: Substance use disorder treatment for female youth ages 14 to 17

Sundown M. Ranch https://sundown.org/
Phone: (509) 457-0990
Provides: Withdrawal management, MAT, individual and group therapy, family program, on-site school program, extended stay options