Renton
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Local offices in Renton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
City of Renton Human Services
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Help here
- Local resource referralsCall for help finding local services and referrals.
- Housing repair assistanceEligible Renton homeowners can apply for help with minor home repairs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonwa.gov
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Help here
- Reduced utility ratesEligible low-income seniors and disabled residents can apply for reduced city utility rates.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonwa.gov
Older adults · City office
Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center
211 Burnett Ave N, Renton, WA 98057
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- Senior programs and activitiesOlder adults can find classes, activities, meals, and other programs at the center.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonwa.gov
Library · Regional office
Renton Library
100 Mill Avenue S, Renton, WA 98057
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- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials and use library programs and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcls.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Renton Parks and Recreation
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- Recreation programsResidents can find and register for city recreation programs and events.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonwa.gov
Local office · City office
Renton Responds and Customer Service
1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Help here
- General city helpContact the city for help with general questions and non-emergency requests.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonwa.gov
State office · State office
Renton Community Services Office
500 SW 7th St, Suite B, Renton, WA 98057
Help here
- Food and cash benefitsApply for food or cash benefits, complete an eligibility interview, or submit benefit documents at this office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Renton Housing Authority
2900 NE 10th St, Renton, WA 98056
Help here
- Public housing and voucher informationContact the authority for information about its housing programs and application status.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rentonhousing.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of King County
Renton is in King County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
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.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov
Public health · County office
Public Health – Seattle & King County
401 Fifth Ave., Suite 1300, Seattle, WA 98104
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- Public health servicesFind public health clinics and health services for King County residents.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
King County Housing Authority
600/700 Andover Park West, Tukwila, WA 98188
Help here
- Housing assistanceGet information about housing assistance and Section 8 programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcha.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division
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- Behavioral health servicesFind mental health, substance use, crisis, and recovery services in King County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov
Veterans · County office
King County Veterans Program
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- Veteran and servicemember supportVeterans, servicemembers, and their families can apply for help with housing, food, utilities, work, and other needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cd.kingcounty.gov
Emergency help · County office
King County Emergency Management
3511 NE Second St., Renton, WA 98056
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information about preparing for and responding to emergencies in King County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.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
- Washington 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