Kent

Local offices in Kent

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

• Human services · City office

  City of Kent Housing and Human Services

  Help here

  • Housing and basic needs helpFind information about housing, rent and utility help, food, and other local services.Apply online
  Call 253-856-5070Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentwa.gov

• Utilities · City office

  City of Kent Utility Customer Service

  400 W Gowe St., Suite 122, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Utility billing and payment helpGet help with city water, sewer, and storm drainage accounts, bills, payments, and rate discounts.Apply online
  Call 253-856-5201DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentwa.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Kent Senior Activity Center

  600 E Smith Street, Kent, WA 98030

  Help here

  • Programs for adults 50 and olderJoin programs, clubs, activities, and trips for adults age 50 and older.Apply online
  Call 253-856-5150DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentwa.gov

• State office · State office

  Kent Developmental Disabilities Community Services Field Office

  1313 W Meeker St, Suite 100, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Developmental disabilities servicesContact this office about services for people with developmental disabilities and their case resource manager.
  Call 253-372-5770DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Kent Licensing Agency, Inc.

  331 Washington Ave S, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Vehicle licensingVisit this state-authorized licensing office for vehicle licensing services.
  Call 253-852-3110DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Kent Library

  212 2nd Avenue N, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library resources and find information about book pickup during the Kent Library renovation closure.
  Call 253-859-3330DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Kent Panther Lake Library

  20500 108th Avenue SE, Kent, WA 98031

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit this nearby Kent branch for library services while Kent Library is closed for renovation.
  Call 253-854-0211DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Kent Customer Service

  220 Fourth Ave. S, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • General city questionsCall the city’s main customer service line for help finding the right city department.
  Call 253-856-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentwa.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services

  525 Fourth Ave N, Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind and register for city recreation programs, classes, and activities.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 253-856-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kentwa.gov

City of Kent website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kent

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

Offices for all of King County

Kent is in King County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Kent Public Health Center WIC

  25742 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 206-477-6950DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

• State office · State office

  King North Community Services Office

  9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  King South Community Services Office

  1313 W Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  King Eastside Community Services Office

  805 156th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98007

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · State office

  Federal Way Community Services Office

  616 S 348th St., Federal Way, WA 98003

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  King County Department of Community and Human Services

  401 5th Ave., Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104

  Help here

  • Community and human services informationFind information about county funded housing, behavioral health, youth, veteran, and other community services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

Everything in King 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