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Help finding a job, unemployment benefits when you lose one, and the IDs and papers you need to work. Your state runs unemployment benefits and the offices for driver licenses, state IDs and birth certificates. Social Security gives out Social Security cards.Help in Washington and from the federal government.

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Programs in Washington

Washington programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.

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  • Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

    Vocational Rehabilitation

    DVR helps people with disabilities prepare for and find work.

    Ways to apply:PhoneIn person

  • Washington State Department of Labor and Industries

    Workers' compensation

    Workers' compensation provides benefits for eligible workers with job-related injuries or illnesses.

    Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person

  • Washington State Department of Health

    Vital records

    The Department of Health issues certified copies of Washington birth and death records.

    Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person

  • Washington State Department of Licensing

    Driver licenses

    The Department of Licensing issues Washington driver licenses.

    Ways to apply:OnlineIn person

  • Washington State Department of Licensing

    State identification cards

    The Department of Licensing issues Washington identification cards.

    Ways to apply:OnlineIn person

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal programs

These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.

  • Social Security Administration

    Replace a Social Security card

    Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

    Request it online with a my Social Security account, or visit or call Social Security. It is always free.

Checked on October 9, 2026

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