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Division: Community Services Division

Chinook Building
401 Fifth Ave., Suite 510
Seattle, WA 98104

Linda Peterson, Director
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Phone: 206-263-9105
Fax: 206-296-0156
TTY: 711 Relay Service

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Department: Community and Human Services
Jackie MacLean, Director

Homeless FAQs

 
I’m homeless. Can you help me find housing?
In King County there is a one-stop resource for services and housing called the “Community Information Line”. You can call the Community Information Line by calling 2-1-1 or click here to go to our homeless and housing resources sections to see a number of resource options.
 
I’m behind in my rent and my landlord is threatening to evict me. What can I do?
You can call the Community Information Line by dialing 2-1-1 and ask for eviction prevention assistance. The Community Information Line can give you a number of resources, including eviction prevention programs and free legal resources. You can also click here  to go to our homeless and housing resources sections to see a number of resource options, including the Community Resources Online Web site operated by the Community Information Line.
 
I own apartments that are affordable for low income people. How do I find good tenants for them?
Contact the Landlord Liaison Project operated by the YWCA of Seattle King County at 206-336-4620, the Rental Housing Association of Puget Sound, or the Multifamily Affordable Properties affordable rental finder service.
 
Where can I donate used furniture?
The Sharehouse  provides furniture and household goods to formerly homeless families. You can go to their website to find out what donations they accept and how to donate. You can also contact Community Resources On-Line  to find other non-profit organizations in your area that accept used furniture donations.
 
How do I get funding from King County for my program that serves homeless people?
The King County Housing and Community Development Program administers a number of fund sources to which your program may be eligible to apply. For more information about our Homeless Programs, click here.