Government

City of Tukwila Human Services
6300 Southcenter Blvd. #115
Tukwila, WA 98188

206-433-7180
206-433-7181

In-Person Assistance
Mon-Thurs 8:30am-4:00pm

Community Resources

The City of Tukwila’s Human Services Program collaborates with and funds non-profit agencies to provide resources to low and moderate-income Tukwila residents. If you or a loved one lives in Tukwila and needs assistance, the following organizations offer a variety of services and resources. Programs assist with housing support, shelter, food, medical and dental care, behavioral health support, legal advocacy, job training, childcare, and much more.

Guide to Tukwila Human Service Providers

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1.

All King County residents can call 2-1-1 to speak with a referral specialist who can provide you with a list of resources specific to your need. You can also access the King County 2-1-1 website for 24-hour access to online resource listings.

To connect with a city staff person who can discuss resources for Tukwila residents, contact the Human Services program at 206-433-7180, 206-433-7181, or HumanServices@TukwilaWA.gov. Staff have many years of experience and can provide information and referrals.

Children & Parents

After-School All-Stars Tutoring & Mentoring
253-246-7665

Akin (formerly Childhaven & Children’s Home Society)
206-695-3200

Best Starts for Kids
206-618-7066

Child Care Resources
206-329-1011

Child Protective Services
866-363-4276

Children’s Therapy Center
253-854-5660

City of Tukwila
Preschool Programming
After School Activities Program

Institute for Family Development
Parents & Children Together Program
253-874-3630

Tukwila School District

Disabilities, Individuals with

Community Living Connections
Support for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Also provides assistance to caregivers and family members.
844-348-5464

Children’s Therapy Center (for children with neuro-developmental disabilities)
253-854-5660

Metro Access Transportation
206-205-5000

Social Security Benefits
Local Office in Burien:
151 SW 156^th Street
Burien, WA 98166
800-772-1213

Domestic Violence Survivors

Consejo Counseling & Referral Service
206-461-4880

Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (24-hour)
425-656-7867

King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
425-226-7273

Law Enforcement Emergencies
9-1-1

National Domestic Violence Hotline (24-hour)
800-799-7233

Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline
800-562-6025

YWCA Domestic Violence Programs
Provides services that include safety planning, support, advocacy, and confidential shelter.
Adults Impacted by Gender-Based Violence
877-757-8297
Children’s Program
425-226-1266

Employment & Training

Employment Security Department
Apply for Unemployment Benefits

St. Vincent de Paul – Centro Rendu
Individualized support that includes high school completion, job opportunities in the trade industry, financial, and computer literacy classes.
Back 2 Work Program

Puget Sound Training Center
425-656-5950

WorkSource Washington
Get help with the job search, create a resume, attend workshops and hiring events.

Education & English Language

Literacy Source
Free classes and one-on-one tutoring for low-income adults focusing on English language learning and helping prepare for citizenship.
206-782-2050

Neighborhood House
Provides English language classes along with computer literacy instruction and job readiness skills. Also has laptop loans.

OneAmerica
The English Innovations program provides free English classes for adult learners who live in Washington state.
206-723-2203

St. James Cathedral Immigrant Assistance
Individualized tutoring to assist individuals learning English as a second language or needing help preparing for citizenship.
206-382-4511

St. Vincent de Paul – Centro Rendu
Adult Education Program

Refugee Women’s Alliance
ReWA’s literacy program offers employment-related English classes that are both online and in person.
206-957-2029

Financial Education

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

YWCA King County
Financial Classes, Workshops, & Resources

Food & Hygiene

DSHS – Local Office for EBT card and other food assistance
Renton Community Services Office
877-501-2233

Meals on Wheels (for Seniors)
Sound Generations
206-448-5767

Tukwila Pantry Food Bank
206-431-8293

Washington Connection
Apply online for EBT card, WIC, SNAP

Health

Counseling/Behavioral Health

Children’s Therapy Center
253-854-5660

Crisis Connections
Connects people experiencing physical, emotional, or financial crisis with relevant services.
2-1-1

Crisis Lifeline
9-8-8

King County 24-Hour Mental Health Services Line
206-461-3222

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline
Confidential 24-hour hotline in English and Spanish, for individuals facing mental and/or substance use disorders. Also provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
800-662-4357

Medical & Dental Care

Bridge Ministries Medical Equipment
425-885-1006

Community Health Access Program
Assists King County residents with obtaining health insurance, health care services and other resources.
800-756-5437

HealthPoint Dental
206-839-3600

HealthPoint Primary Medical Care
206-439-3289

WA Health Plan Finder
Apply for free or low-cost health care (Medicaid)
Explore state healthcare options

Home Owners

Minor Home Repair Program
Must be low-income home owner in Tukwila. Provides small-scale home repairs that impact health and safety.
206-433-7180

King County Housing Repair Program
Provides major repairs like replacing a roof or septic system. Must be a low-income home owner in King County.
206-263-9095

Washington State Homeowner Assistance Fund
Connects you with a housing counselor who provides free, confidential support and options to prevent foreclosure.
877-894-4663

Housing

King County Housing Authority
206-574-1100

Rental Assistance

African Community Housing & Development
206-381-1384

Intakes and Referrals for Rental Assistance for Catholic Community Services & Multi-Service Center
206-433-7181
206-433-7180

King County Veterans Program (low-Income Veterans only)
206-263-8387

United Way of King County

Shelter

King County Coordinated Entry
Access to most shelters in King County requires entry through this county program. Anyone needing shelter has to apply through a Regional Access Point. The closest RAPs are listed below.
206-328-5900 (in Seattle)
425-523-1377 (in Renton)
253-874-6718 (in Federal Way)

Hospitality House (for single adult women only)
206-242-1860

Mary’s Place (families only)
206-245-1026

Multi-Service Center Shelter
253-874-6718

REACH Center of Hope (families only)
425-321-8327

Legal Assistance

Housing Justice Project (for renters facing eviction)
206-580-0762

King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
425-226-7273

Neighborhood Legal Clinics
206-267-7070

Asylum
Apply for Asylum in the U.S.
800-375-5283

Citizenship
Apply for Citizenship in the U.S.
800-375-5283

Refugees & Immigrants

View Immigrant & Refugee Resources webpage.

Seniors

Community Living Connections
Support for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Also provides assistance to caregivers and family members.
844-348-5464

Meals on Wheels (for Seniors)
Sound Generations
206-448-5767

Social Security Benefits
Local Office in Burien:
151 SW 156^th Street
Burien, WA 98166
800-772-1213