Columbia County

Local offices in Columbia County

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Blue Mountain Action Council

  115 S 2nd St, Dayton, WA 99328

  Help here

  • Food, housing, and community supportAsk about food help, housing support, utility assistance, and other services for people with low incomes.
  Call 509-382-7690DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bmacww.org

• 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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Public health · County office

  Columbia County Public Health

  112 N 2nd St, Dayton, WA 99328

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health information and support for health needs in the county.
  • WICPregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get healthy food, nutrition advice, and health referrals.Read more
  • Basic Food application helpGet help applying for or renewing food benefits.Read more
  Call 509-382-2181DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiacopublichealth.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Columbia County District Court

  341 E Main Street, Suite 4, Dayton, WA 99328

  Help here

  • Court information and self-represented resourcesGet court information and links to resources for people handling a case without a lawyer.Read more
  Call 509-382-4812DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiaco.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging and Disability Resource Center / Columbia County

  410 E Main St, Suite A, Dayton, WA 99328

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportGet information, referrals, and support for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  Call 509-382-4787DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on altcwashington.com

• Emergency help · County office

  Columbia County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsFind emergency plans and sign up for county emergency alerts.Read more
  Call 509-382-2518Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiacountywa.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Columbia County Rural Library District

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the county library catalog, get a library card, and find programs and learning resources.Apply online
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ccrld.org

Columbia County, Washington website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Columbia County

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

Cities and towns in Columbia County

• Dayton
• Starbucknot 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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