Goldendale
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Local offices in Goldendale
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Goldendale City Hall
1103 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.goldendale.wa.us
Library · Regional office
Goldendale Community Library
131 W Burgen St, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other items, use public computers and Wi-Fi, or reserve a study room.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on fvrl.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Goldendale Senior Center
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- Senior activities and community spacePeople over 50 can join activities, meet others, and use the center's community space.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on goldendaleseniorcenter.org
State office · State office
Goldendale Branch Community Services Office
808 S Columbus Ave, Goldendale, WA 98620
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- Food and cash benefitsApply for food or cash benefits, complete an eligibility interview, or report a change to your benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on apscareers.wa.gov
Local office · Regional office
WA 211
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- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Klickitat County
Goldendale is in Klickitat County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Klickitat County Health Department
115 W Court Street, Goldendale, WA 98620
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- Public health servicesGet public health information, prevention services, and help finding health resources.
- WICWIC offers nutrition support, healthy food, and referrals for pregnant people and families with young children.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Klickitat County Behavioral Health
115 S Golden Street, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Behavioral health crisis responseContact the county for help with a behavioral health crisis or referrals to support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
Emergency help · County office
Klickitat County Department of Emergency Management
115 W Court Street, Room 302, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsGet local emergency information and sign up for county emergency notifications.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
Veterans · County office
Klickitat County Veterans Service Office
115 W Court Street, Room 102, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help filing for veterans benefits and other public assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
Older adults · County office
Klickitat County Senior Services
115 W Court Street, Suite 101, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Senior and caregiver supportGet information about caregiver support, meals, transportation, and services that help older adults live independently.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
Child support · County office
Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney, Child Support
205 S Columbus Avenue, Room 106, Goldendale, WA 98620
Help here
- Child support establishment and enforcementContact the county prosecutor's office about establishing or enforcing child support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on klickitatcounty.gov
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
- WA 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-211-9274 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988