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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Provides temporary cash for families in need. Some may need to participate in WorkFirst Program to
help find & keep jobs. Income and citizenship requirements apply.
253-476-6819
Lakewood DSHS Office
5712 Main St SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/community-services-
offices/tanf-and-support-services
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South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency
For tribal members including Chehalis, Nisqually, Shoalwater Bay, Skokomish & Squaxin Island.
Services include support for Seniors, Child Care Development Fund, WFD & TANF, education
assistance, work experience, job preparation & retention, emergency food assistance, foster home
licensing, family violence prevention, low-income home energy assistance, Medicare support, Native
Women Wellness, vocational rehabilitation, weatherization program, and WIC.
253-250-0550
4301 South Pine St, Suite 400, Tacoma WA 98409 https://www.spipa.org/
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Pierce County Energy Assistance Program
Temporary assistance in paying energy bills for eligible
Pierce County residents.
253-798-4328
https://www.piercecountywa.gov/1280/Energy-
Assistance
Pierce County Rental Assistance Program
https://www.piercecountywa.gov/7142/Rental-
Assistance
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Springbrook Connections
Assists low-income individuals and families in the Springbrook neighborhood and surrounding areas
with connecting to resources and programs including rental & utility assistance, veteran
services, food, clothing, affordable internet for those eligible. Will also help you fax, copy, or
email documents, and helps fill out online applications.
12606 Bridgeport Way SW, #A, Lakewood WA 253-279-5637
Friday: 12PM – 4PM, Sat & Sun 10AM – 3PM
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WA State Dept. of Social & Health Services
If you need help with an emergent situation with an eviction, no food, homelessness, utility
shut-off, domestic violence, medical emergency, non-receipt of benefits, daycare needed to work etc.
DSHS has several programs that may help including emergency cash assistance.
5712 Main St SW, Suite 100, Lakewood WA 98499
253-476-6819
https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/community-services-
offices/emergency-programs
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St. Francis House
Services include clothing and food bank, minor household goods and furniture when available,
emergency rental & utility assistance, limited gas vouchers & bus tickets, ESL classes, and
holiday gifting. Need proof of income.
322 27th St SE, Puyallup, WA 98372 253-770-6991, ext. 321
https://www.puyallupfrancishouse.org/
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Pierce County Human Services
Offers a wide range of services and referrals including COVID-19 help, Aging & Disability
Resources, Behavioral Health, Community Action Progs, Community Development, Crisis Recovery,
Developmental Disability Services, Early Childhood Support, Energy Assistance, home repairs,
homeless program referrals, Housing Assistance Progs, rental assistance, transportation services
referrals, and Veteran Assistance Programs.
Child care financial assistance when available.
https://www.piercecountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=4736
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LASA – Living Access Support Alliance
Programs include permanent supportive housing, rapid-rehousing, affordable housing, rental
assistance, essential closet, and referral to other services. Also manages an emergency
shelter/apartments (30 days).
Referral through coordinated entry.
8956 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 (253) 581-8689
www.lasapierce.org
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