Assistance and Resources Hub

Mental Health, Addiction, Social Services Resources, and more!

The resources below are for you or someone you know that needs care, help, or assistance. Many of these resources are open 24 hours day, 7 days a week.

Seattle Schools Health and Wellness Reference Page

For Immediate Help

In an emergency, you should always dial 9-1-1

Mental Health, Addiction, and Social Services Resources

These resources are all open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

800-273-8255
Hours: Always Open
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Website

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones

The Trevor Project

866-488-7386
Hours: Always Open
The Trevor Project Website

The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round.

The Crisis Connection 24 Hour Help Line

866-427-4747
Hours: Always Open
Crisis Connection Website

Crisis Connections, formerly known as Crisis Clinic, was founded in 1964. We are one of the oldest Crisis Lines in the nation, and home to five programs focused on serving the emotional and physical needs of individuals across Washington State.

Teen Link

866-833-6546 
Hours: M-F 2pm-10pm, Sat/Sun 6pm-10pm
Teen Link Website

Teen Link is a confidential and anonymous help line for teens. Trained teen volunteers are available to talk with you about any issue of concern. No issue is too big or too small!

King County 2-1-1 Hotline

Dial 2-1-1
Hours: Always Open

Connects people to the help they need. King County 2-1-1 provides the most comprehensive information on health and human services in King County. Whether it’s for housing assistance, help with financial needs, or to find the location of the nearest food bank.

WA Recovery Help Line

866-789-1511
Hours: Always Open
WA Recovery Help Line Website

The Washington Recovery Help Line is an anonymous and confidential help line that provides crisis intervention and referral services for Washington State residents. Professionally trained volunteers and staff are available to provide emotional support 24 hours a day, and offer local treatment resources for substance abuse, problem gambling and mental health as well as to other community services.

Suicide Awareness

By knowing the signs, asking questions, and helping connect others to support, each person plays an important role in preventing suicide. Guiding documents on how to respond to a student experiencing suicide and to learn more about warning signs, prevention supports, and resources in the community.

More Suicide Prevention Resources and Ideas for Action.

Mental Health Resources by Topic

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Resources for Ingraham Students

Tutoring

After school tutoring on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-4:45p in the library.
Staff will be there to answer questions and help!

More about Tutoring

Pride Closet

Ingraham is proud to be able to offer the Pride Closet to all students, providing school supplies, clothing, food, and hygiene products through the funding of Friends of Ingraham (FOI) Bright Futures Program.

• Before School 8:30-8:45am
• Lunch 12:01-12:31pm
• After school for emergencies only 3:40-3:50

School Supplies

If your student needs any school supplies or back-to-school gear (clothing, shoes, backpacks) stop by the Counseling Office and locate the bookshelf with supplies.

Weekly Snack Bags Available!

If you would like your student to be added to a weekly snack bag list, please contact your student’s counselor. Snack bags are distributed every Friday afternoon.

Friday Food Backpacks is a federal program that provides food assistance to students on the weekends. Ingraham partners with the University District Food Bank.

Free or Reduced Lunch Fees

Every day, SPS offers a nutritionally balanced breakfast and lunch for our students! We are excited to announce several updates to our school meal program for the 2024-25 school year! 

This resource has an option to communicate with someone in Spanish.

New Tools: This year, we’re introducing MySchoolApps, an easy online application for free and reduced meals, and MySchoolBucks, a convenient platform for paying for school meals online. MealViewer gives families access to school menus and nutritional information at their fingertips. Read more about school meals for students and each of these new tools.  

In addition to free/reduced meals, students who qualify can receive reduced or waived fees for:

• Associated Student Body (ASB) Fees
• Athletic fees
• Advanced Placement Tests
• Field Trips
• Pre-College Exams (PSAT/SAT/ACT)
• College Application Fees
• Running Start Books and fees

**You must re-apply every year. Qualification is based on household income. Applications have a quick turnaround time and may take as little as 3 days to process.

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Food Assistance

North Helpline Food Bank

North Helpline Food Bank – Area Served: Zip codes 98115, 98125, 98133, 98155, 98177, 98011, and 98028. “We do not turn anyone away who comes to us for food.”

Ballard Food Bank

Ballard Food Bank

In addition to the food bank, they regularly host representatives from other community organizations to help families apply for DSHS services, access Veteran benefits, mend clothing, get help with health insurance, etc.

• 1400 NW Leary Way, Seattle, WA 98107
• 206-789-7800
• Hours:
  • Monday 10:00pm – 3:45pm Tuesday 10:00am – 6:45pm
  • Wednesday 10:00am – 1:45pm Thursday 10:00am – 6:45pm

For home delivery and financial assistance services, they may be able to help if you live in any of the following zip codes: 98103, 98107, 98109, 98117, 98119, 98133 (Seattle addresses only), 98177 (Seattle addresses only) and 98199).

University District Food Bank

Sign up for University District Food Bank deliveries each week

Fresh Bucks

Fresh Bucks

A healthy food program that helps Seattle neighbors afford fruits and vegetables. Contacts us: 206-256-5438 freshbucks@seattle.gov

FamilyWorks Foodbanks

Family Works Foodbanks

USDA National Hunger Hotline

For additional food assistance for children you can also contact the USDA National Hunger Hotline, operated by Hunger Free America

The hotline can be reached Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. at

• 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) (for English)
• 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273) (para español)

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Basic Needs Resources (Clothes, Gas, Rent Assistance)

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Call 2-1-1. We are always open.

The most comprehensive resource directory for Washington State. You can find resources by location and languages spoken.

Family Resource Center (FRC) at Broadview Thomson

Family Works Seattle

Supports ALL families in SPS: FRC supports access to essential services, enrollment in public benefits, and community connections for families experiencing challenges around housing, food, and other basic needs.

A dedicated FamilyWorks staff will be onsite at Broadview-Thomson on:

• Mondays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Thursday 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Other times are available by appointment

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Renee Pierce, School Community Resource Navigator, at 206-647-1782 or reneep@familyworksseattle.org.

Saint Vincent de Paul

206-767-6449

They offer assistance with food, clothing, gasoline, medicine, rent, utilities, and transportation to people facing economic or emotional crises. Families can call the helpline center or complete a Saint Vincent de Paul request form. More info in English and Spanish

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Rental Assistance Resources

Neighborhood house

206-923-6480 Neighborhood House

They have a program specifically for families with students enrolled in the Seattle Public Schools. They only help with back rent. Neighborhood House Referral form. This resource has an option to communicate with someone in Spanish.

Byrd Barr Place

Byrd Barr Place
206-812-4940
722 18th Ave, Seattle

They can help avoid eviction with temporary rental assistance or connect you to housing resources.You can request help from Byrd Barr Place through this form

YMCA / City of Seattle

YMCA Seattle Website has an option to view in other languages. They help with back rent and can provide other rental assistance resources. You can apply for Rent Assistance. Scroll down the page and click on “Apply Now.” This resource has an option to communicate with someone in Spanish.

If you don’t qualify, you can contact the YMCA Social Impact Center for help navigating other available resources by emailing renthelp@seattleymca.org or by texting or calling 206-751-7130 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Seattle Public Schools does not endorse or recommend these resources. This is simply a list of some resources available in the community.

United Way Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention Form

United Way of King County
206-461-3700
720 Second Ave, Seattle

You can request rental assistance through this form: United Way Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention Form Client Intake Form

Catholic Community services

100 23rd Avenue S, Seattle
Offers King County residents emergency assistance. The program can provide move-in cost assistance.

• Housing and essential needs (HEN) – 206-328-5755 o not accepting applications due to funding
• Emergency assistance Program – 253-850-2523 o Call First and Third Thursdays of each month from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (Must have child under 18 residing in household, if you do not funding will not be provided) – once per year rental assistance

Jewish Family Service

206-861-8796
1601 16th Ave, Seattle

As funds are available, they provide short-term, limited financial assistance to households with Jewish member(s) to cover an unexpected financial crisis.

Application for assistance is only open on Mondays form 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Jewish Family Service Financial Assistance Request

United Churches Emergency Fund

206-524-7885
4515 16th Ave NE, Seattle

• Up to $250 of rental or move-in costs assistance for people living in zip codes of 98103, 98105, 98115 and 98125.
• Families can call this number, leave a voicemail and a representative will call back to do a short interview. Limited hours: Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays 10:30-12:15pm

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Homelessness Prevention

North Helpline

206-365-8043
fa@northhelpline.org
North Helpline Homeless Prevention

In an effort to help keep people in their homes, the Financial Assistance program has limited funds available to provide up to $600 to prevent evictions and utility shut offs.

The Windermere Foundation

The Windermere Foundation

They have a mission to assist families with basic assistance and prevention of homelessness.

• You have to apply through your local Windermere office (you can locate your local office on their website).
• Windermere Foundation application and instructions.

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Eviction Assistance / Tenant Rights

Northwest Justice Project

855-657-8387
Northwest Justice Project

Free legal help for renters with low income, facing eviction in Washington State. To request help, fill out the online form or call the Eviction Defense line at 1-855-657-8387. Interpreters available in all languages.

Housing Justice Project

206-580-0762
Housing Justice Project

They can help fight an eviction if you qualify.

• To request eviction-related legal assistance, call 206-580-0762
• This resource has an option to communicate with someone in Spanish.
• When you contact them, you may need to leave a voicemail. If you do, please let them know:
  • If you need an interpreter and your preferred language.
  • Your name
  • Your phone number

City of Seattle Tenant Help Line

City of Seattle Tenant Help Line (English and Spanish)

Call their helpline: 206-684-5700. If they answer, ask for a Spanish interpreter. If they don’t answer, leave a voicemail in Spanish and they will call you back with someone who speaks Spanish.

Washington Law Help

Washington Law Help – Housing

Washington Law Help is a guide to free civil legal services for low-income persons and seniors in Washington. This site provides legal education materials and tools that give you basic information on a number of legal problems, and in some cases, detailed instructions and forms to help you represent yourself in court. You can also locate information on free legal aid programs in Washington, including basic eligibility and contact information.

Seattle Public Schools does not endorse or recommend these resources. This is simply a list of some resources available in the community.

Help For Migrants And Asylum-Seekers

• WHEN: Services available through June 30, 2025
• WHAT: The newly launched the Washington Migrant and Asylum-Seekers Support project is designed to meet the basic needs of people who have recently arrived in the United States and Washington state but are ineligible for federal refugee services. Participants may be eligible for housing support, immigration-related legal services, and culturally responsive case management. Participants are also connected to medical, education, and job-training resources that are available in the community.  
• TO APPLY: Complete and submit the Client Request for Eligibility Screening.
• MORE INFO: Read Washington state launches Migrant and Asylum-Seeker Support Project.

Indigenous Community Resource Fair

• WHEN: Friday, November 22, 2024, 4-8pm
• WHERE: International District/Chinatown, Community Center, 719 8th Ave S. Seattle, Wa 98104
• WHAT: Join United Indians of All Tribes Foundation for free food, community resources, job training, and chances to meet with potential employers. Every registrant will be entered into an hourly door prize drawing, but you must be present to win!  
• TO REGISTER: Go to the Indigenous Community Resource Fair registration form.
• MORE INFO: Go to Indigenous Community Resource Fair on the United Indians website.

Free Medical Care For People Experiencing Homelessness

• WHEN: Various times and locations listed below
• WHAT: King County’s Mobile Medical Program provides walk-in care for people who are living homeless (or were recently homeless) only. Please try to arrive at least one hour before the scheduled end time for the clinic. On rare occasions the clinic will close earlier than the scheduled time. Call the Mobile Van nursing lines if you would like to confirm the clinic end time for a particular day.
• Please note: Sites and available services are subject to change due to Mobile Medical’s involvement in the COVID-19 response. Please check King County’s Mobile Medical Care webpage for the latest information, including upcoming dates in September.
• MORE INFO: Go to King County Mobile Medical Care or call 206.330.6775 for the Seattle Medical Van or 206.549.5562 for the South King County Medical Van.