Benton County
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Local offices in Benton County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Benton County Human Services
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountywa.gov
Public health · Regional office
Benton-Franklin Health District
7102 W Okanogan Pl, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- Public health servicesFind public health information and services for residents of Benton and Franklin counties.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bfhd.wa.gov
Public health · Regional office
Benton-Franklin Health District WIC
7102 W Okanogan Pl, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant people and families with young children can get food benefits, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bfhd.wa.gov
Housing authority · City office
Housing Authority City of Kennewick
1915 W 4th Place, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- Affordable housingApply for public housing or a housing choice voucher serving Benton County.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kennewickha.org
Older adults · Regional office
Generational Care
1824 Fowler St, Richland, WA 99352
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can ask about local support and long-term care services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gencare.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Benton-Franklin Community Action Connections
720 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301
Help here
- Energy assistanceAsk about help paying home energy bills.
- Housing and food assistanceAsk about housing, food, and emergency support for low-income residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bfcac.org
Library · Regional office
Mid-Columbia Libraries
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use books, digital materials, and other library resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on midcolumbialibraries.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Benton County Superior Court
7122 W Okanogan Place, Suite A130, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- Self representation and court formsFind court forms and information for people handling a case without a lawyer.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountywa.gov
State office · State office
Kennewick Community Services Office
6909 Crosswind Blvd, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceApply for food or cash benefits and get help with benefit questions.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Jobs and training · State office
WorkSource Columbia Basin
815 N Kellogg St, Suite D, Kennewick, WA 99336
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpGet help finding a job, building skills, or connecting with employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on worksourcewa.com
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
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org
Benton County, Washington website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Benton County
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
Talk to a person
- Washington 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988