Basic Needs
Clothing
Many organizations offer help with clothes for daily living in addition to job interviews.
Food Banks & Meal Sites
Food banks offer food to take home and eat while meal sites provide hot meals at specific times.
Transportation
Options for transportation and reduced public transit far programs.
Education & Employment
Places to Find Jobs
Local organizations that help people find jobs and online job boards, including those specifically for people who have been incarcerated.
Education Programs
There are lots of organization supporting people seeking further education.
Government Assistance & Financial Support
Debt & Finances
Organizations to help with credit, financial assistance, and financial education
Healthcare & Safety
Medical Providers (Clinics, Vision, Dental)
Many organizations provide free and reduced-fee medical services.
Mental & Behavioral Health
Numerous 24-hour hotlines for immediate support and organizations throughout Washington supporting people with mental and behavioral health services.
Substance Use & Addiction Support
Many organizations and hotlines are available to support you with substance use problems, needle exchanges, and other addiction issues such as gambling.
Housing
Housing Resources
Extensive resources for finding housing as a formerly incarcerated person. Includes many specific organizations providing housing in Washington, including transitional housing.
Rent & Utility Assistance
Ways to get help with paying rent and utilities along with home weatherization, emergency repairs, and more.
Emergency Shelters
Emergency shelters, including those available during cold weather or for specific groups including youth and domestic violence survivors.
Identity-Specific Supports
American Indian/Alaska Native Resources
Many tribes, organizations, and Washington state offer programs supporting Native American and Alaska Native populations.
Legal Support
Free/Low Cost Support for Vacating Records
Multiple organizations can help you vacate your record when eligible. (See our other guides for determining eligibility.)
Re-entry
Reentry Support
Organizations and programs across Washington state help people successfully return to their communities after incarceration.