Jefferson County

Local offices in Jefferson County

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

• Public health · County office

  Jefferson County Public Health

  615 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides health programs, screenings, and referrals for county residents.
  • WICWIC offers food benefits, nutrition support, and health screenings to eligible pregnant and postpartum people and children under five.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 360-385-9400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Jefferson County Veteran Services

  Help here

  • Emergency assistance for veteransEligible veterans and their families can ask about county assistance during an emergency.
  Call 360-385-9384Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.jefferson.wa.us

• Library · Regional office

  Jefferson County Library

  620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock, WA 98339

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials, use online resources, and get help with library services.
  Call 360-385-6544DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jclibrary.info

• State office · State office

  Port Townsend Community Services Office

  2507 Evans Vista, Port Townsend, WA 98368

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceResidents can apply for or get help with state food, cash, and medical assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Olympic Area Agency on Aging

  2500 W Sims Way, Unit 203, Port Townsend, WA 98368

  Help here

  • Aging and disability information and assistanceOlder adults and people with disabilities can get help finding services and understanding their options.
  Call 360-385-2552DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on o3a.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Olympic Community Action Partnership

  2120 West Sims Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368

  Help here

  • Community action servicesOlyCAP connects residents with housing, food, and other support services.
  Call 360-385-2571DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on olycap.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

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

Jefferson County, Washington website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Jefferson County

• Port Townsend

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