WashingtonStateDSHS

Supporting Washington with independence in health, finances, care services & social supports

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We’ve loved connecting with you here, but due to budget cuts and fewer team members, we need to simplify where we share updates.
Starting July 1, we’ll be focusing on just a few platforms:
Facebook https://t.co/JQpgvFhroZ
Nextdoor: https://t.co/eumDi8dWLV
LinkedIn: https://t.co/IIHXAjAXsW
YouTube: https://t.co/zHKE2nLUUB

These changes will help us make the most of our resources while still providing you with the news, updates, and resources you rely on.

Even though we won’t be posting here anymore, we’re not going anywhere! You’ll still find the same helpful information and ways to connect with us on these platforms. If you’re not already following us there, now’s a great time to join.

Thank you for being part of our community, for your understanding, and for your support during this transition. We’re excited to continue connecting with you in new ways—see you on Facebook, Nextdoor, YouTube or LinkedIn!

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#Spokane County: Our Mobile Office Team is coming to the Spokane County Disaster Assistance Center at the Pasadena Park Church of the Nazarene this weekend. If you lost food purchased with Basic Food benefits because of wildfires in the area, you can request replacement benefits within 10 days of the loss. If you are affected by wildfires, please stop by to get connected with services.

5-7 p.m. Friday, 6/18
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, 6/19
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, 6/20

#SpokaneCounty #UpriverFire #Wildfire

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We've started processing SUN Bucks benefits following a delay in federal funding. All eligible children are getting new SUN Bucks cards for summer 2026. Old cards have been deactivated and will show as “lost” or “stolen” in the ebtEDGE app or when you call the number on the back of the card.
*Please don’t request a replacement card.* New cards will be mailed automatically. Card delivery times will vary and might take longer than expected due to card vendor processing times.
If you have a question about the status of your new card, please call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230. For answers to your frequently asked questions or to sign up for text alerts, go to https://t.co/wXzOmXJnSt.

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SUN Bucks is coming! SUN Bucks is a grocery benefit that helps end childhood hunger in Washington state. It provides $120 for groceries for each eligible school-aged child during the summer. Starts June 2026. Learn more: https://t.co/wXzOmXJnSt #SUNBucks #SummerNutrition #FoodBenefits @waOSPI

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🚨Service Alert🚨

We are unable to issue EBT cards at the Port Angeles CSO today, March 12.

For EBT services, please visit the Port Townsend CSO or the Forks Outstation.

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🚨Office Closure Alert🚨

Due to power outages, the Republic CSO is closed Thursday, March 12, until power is restored. Visit the Okanogan or Colville offices or visit us online at https://t.co/882TGjW8oc.

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🚨Office Closure🚨

We are unable to serve clients in-person at the Shelton CSO on Thursday, March 5.

For in-person services, please visit the Olympia CSO. You can also call 877-501-2233 or go to https://t.co/9psgG8Tb5I for assistance.

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If Congress does not reach a budget agreement by midnight on January 30, a partial federal government shutdown will occur. At this time, DSHS programs are not expected to be impacted. We will continue to monitor the situation and share updates if anything changes. Get the latest updates at https://t.co/vNdLCZXbVM.

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The network issue has been resolved and the Wenatchee CSO can issue EBT.

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Office Alert: Wenatchee
Due to a network outage, the Wenatchee Community Services Office is unable to issue EBT at this time.
Where to go:
Visit the Ellensburg, Moses Lake or Omak CSOs
Call 877-501-2233
Or visit us online at https://t.co/882TGjVAyE

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Office Alert: Wenatchee
Due to a network outage, the Wenatchee Community Services Office is unable to issue EBT at this time.
Where to go:
Visit the Ellensburg, Moses Lake or Omak CSOs
Call 877-501-2233
Or visit us online at https://t.co/882TGjVAyE

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We are experiencing technical issues today that may impact our service delivery. Customers may experience longer than usual wait times. We sincerely appreciate your patience while our team works to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

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Help us build a better DSHS website! 🖥️
We are redesigning the DSHS website to make it easier for you to find the services and information you need. Before we launch, we need to test our new menu structure to make sure it makes sense.

We need your help: We have created a short online activity where you’ll be asked to find specific information using our proposed navigation menu. Your feedback will directly influence how our new site is organized.
🗓️ Open until: Tuesday, Jan. 20
🔗 Take the test here: https://t.co/K727Gsiw9S

Thank you for helping us serve Washington better!
#DSHS #WashingtonState #CommunityFeedback #WebsiteRedesign

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… and lost food due to flooding or power outages related to the atmospheric river event that began Dec. 9, 2025, you may file a claim until Jan. 8, 2026. For all other counties, claims must be filed within 10 days of the food loss.

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Updated Jan. 2, 2026: If you lost food bought with food benefits due to recent flooding or a power outage, you may be able to get those food benefits replaced.

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If you live in Asotin, Clark, Ferry, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap, Klickitat, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum or Whitman counties …

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Our Mobile Office Team will be at the King County Disaster Assistance Centers in #Auburn today and tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 2, and Saturday, Jan. 3, and #Carnation on Monday, Jan. 5, to connect people with resources to help recover from recent flooding.

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2
1 - 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3
Auburn Library
1102 Auburn Way S.
Auburn, WA 98002

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5
Carnation Library
4804 Tolt Ave.
Carnation, WA 98014

More details are available on our DSHS website: https://t.co/WvBXm20MzH

We look forward to seeing you!

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Background: On Dec. 17, 2025, Gov. Bob Ferguson allocated $1 million for the DCAP to help Washington residents impacted by the severe flooding in Washington.
Apply for other benefits through DSHS by calling 877-501-2233 or visiting us online at https://t.co/882TGjW8oc.

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As of Tuesday morning, Dec. 23, Disaster Cash Assistance Program funds have been depleted, and DSHS can no longer approve applications.

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Our Mobile Office Team will be at #Nooksack Valley Middle School today, Tuesday, Dec. 23, and #Hamilton City Hall Monday, Dec. 29, to connect people with resources to help recover from recent flooding.

Noon to 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 23
Nooksack Valley Middle School
404 W Columbia St.
Nooksack, WA 98276

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 29
Hamilton City Hall
584 Maple St.
Hamilton, WA 98255

More details are available on our DSHS website: https://t.co/WvBXm21kpf. We look forward to seeing you!

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Our call center is experiencing technical issues this morning that may impact our service delivery and customers may experience longer than usual wait times. We sincerely appreciate your patience while our team works to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.