Homeless Assistance Resources
This page provides quick access to local resources in Seattle and nearby areas to help people facing homelessness. Originally built for security guards in the field, it’s also useful for anyone — business owners, residents, or service providers — who want to connect someone with food, shelter, health services, or crisis support.
Scroll down to find emergency contacts, outreach teams, and community programs that offer real help.
📞 Emergency & Immediate Help
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911 – For medical emergencies or if someone is in immediate danger.
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988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (mental health crises).
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Crisis Connections (24/7) – ☎ 1-866-427-4747
Offers crisis intervention and referrals across King and Snohomish counties.
🏨 Shelters & Housing
Seattle Area:
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Seattle Navigation Center – Low-barrier shelter with case management.
206-775-8448 | 600 12th Ave S, Seattle, WA -
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)
www.desc.org | Multiple shelter options
Everett & Snohomish County:
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Everett Gospel Mission – Men’s & women’s shelters.
425-740-2500 | egmission.org -
Cocoon House – Youth housing and shelter services.
425-259-5802 | cocoonhouse.org
🧠 Mental Health & Substance Use Support
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Compass Health (Everett & Seattle) – Mental health and addiction services.
425-349-6200 | compasshealth.org -
REACH Program (Everett) – Outreach to unsheltered people with mental health or addiction issues.
425-388-6368 -
Recovery Café (Seattle) – Supportive space for those in recovery.
206-374-8731 | recoverycafeseattle.org
🍽️ Meals & Day Centers
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Mary’s Place (Seattle) – Day center for women & families.
206-621-8474 | marysplaceseattle.org -
Everett Hot Meals Coalition – Rotating free meal sites.
Visit: everetthotmeal.org
🧺 Showers, Hygiene, & Clothing
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Urban Rest Stop (Seattle) – Free showers, laundry, toilets.
206-332-0110 | urbanreststop.org -
The Hand Up Project (Everett) – Hygiene, detox transport.
425-971-0849
📋 Outreach Contacts
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Seattle HOPE Team – Outreach for unhoused persons.
Request through: seattle.gov/homelessness -
Everett Community Outreach & Enforcement Team (COET)
Contact via Everett Police Department non-emergency line: 425-407-3999