Adams County

Local offices in Adams County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Community action · Nonprofit

  OIC of Washington

  309 E 5th Ave, Moses Lake, WA 98837

  Help here

  • Community action servicesAsk OIC about support services for people in Adams County who need help becoming more self-sufficient.
  Call 509-765-9206DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oicofwa.org

• State office · State office

  DSHS Moses Lake Community Services Office

  1651 Pilgrim St, Moses Lake, WA 98837

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for food, cash, or medical assistance and get help with benefit changes or reviews.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• Human services · Nonprofit

  Washington 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get referrals to local help with housing, food, health care, utility bills, and other needs.Read more
  Call 877-211-9274Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Public health · County office

  Adams County Integrated Health Care Services

  425 E Main St, Suite 700, Othello, WA 99344

  Help here

  • Public health and WICGet public health services, health screenings, and WIC nutrition support for eligible families.Apply online
  • Behavioral healthCall or visit for counseling and behavioral health care for county residents.Read more
  • Emergency housing assistanceEligible county residents facing homelessness can ask about temporary motel or shelter help.Read more
  Call 509-488-2031DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.adams.wa.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Adams County Superior Court self-help resources

  210 W Broadway, Ritzville, WA 99169

  Help here

  • Self-help court informationFind court forms and information for people representing themselves in court.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.adams.wa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging and Adult Care of Central Washington

  1336 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportOlder adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers can find local support and service options.
  Call 800-572-4459DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaccw.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Adams County Emergency Management

  2069 Washington 26, Othello, WA 99344

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and response informationGet information about preparing for and responding to disasters in Adams County.
  Call 509-488-3704DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.adams.wa.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Mid-Columbia Libraries

  Help here

  • Library services for the Othello areaUse library books, computers, printing, study rooms, and digital materials if you live in its Adams County service area.
  Call 509-546-8050Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on midcolumbialibraries.org

Adams County, Washington website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Adams County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Adams County

• Hattonnot checked yet
• Lindnot checked yet
• Othello
• Ritzville
• Washtucnanot checked yet

Washington programs by kind of help

These are run by Washington and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

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

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026