Vancouver
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Local offices in Vancouver
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
City of Vancouver Customer Service
415 W. 6th St., Vancouver, WA 98660
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall the city for general information or help finding the right service.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvancouver.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Help here
- Recreation programs and parksFind recreation activities, programs, community centers, parks and trails.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvancouver.us
Utilities · City office
Utility Customer Services
2323 General Anderson Rd., Vancouver, WA
Help here
- Utility bill and account helpGet help with water, sewer or stormwater bills, payment plans and the H2O bill assistance program.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofvancouver.us
Library · Regional office
Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries
2018 Grand Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661
Help here
- Library services and programsGet a library card, borrow materials, use online resources and find library programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fvrl.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Vancouver Housing Authority
2500 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceFind income-based housing and housing assistance for eligible Clark County residents.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vhausa.org
State office · State office
Columbia River Community Services Office
800 NE 136th Ave Suite 120, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- 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 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Older adults · State office
Home & Community Services - Vancouver Office
800 NE 136th Ave #220, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Long-term care supportRequest an assessment and learn about support options for older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Jobs and training · State office
WorkSource Vancouver
204 SE Stone Mill Drive, Unit 215, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Job search and training helpGet free help with job searches, resumes, applications and training options.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
State office · State office
Vancouver East Driver Licensing Office
1301 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Driver licensingVisit for driver licensing services at the Vancouver East office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.wa.gov
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
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org
City of Vancouver, Washington website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Clark County
Vancouver is in Clark County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Clark County Community Services
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clark.wa.gov
Public health · County office
Clark County Public Health
1601 E Fourth Plain Blvd., Building 17, Vancouver, WA 98661
Help here
- Public health information and programsGet information about county health programs, certificates, food safety, drinking water, and health concerns.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clark.wa.gov
Veterans · Nonprofit
Clark County Veterans Assistance Center
907 Harney Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, WA 98660
Help here
- Veterans financial assistanceEligible Clark County veterans can apply for help with urgent needs and housing costs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ccvac.net
State office · State office
Columbia River Community Services Office
800 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Food and cash benefitsApply for food or cash benefits and get help with an application or benefits question.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Child support · State office
Vancouver Child Support Office
800 NE 136th Ave, Suite 210, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing, collecting, or changing a child support order.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
WorkSource Vancouver
204 SE Stonemill Drive, Suite 215, Vancouver, WA 98684
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet free help with job searches, career planning, workshops, and hiring events.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on worksourceswwa.com
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