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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of the new DSHS website on Sept. 22. We heard your input! The site has a fresh, modern look designed to make it easier to find the information, services and resources you need. Take a look around and let us know what you think! Here's the link: www.dshs.wa.gov

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

On Sept. 18, 2026, a new public charge rule went into effect. Our Office of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance has reviewed the rule and wants to provide more information about the changing policies. Our website has more details: www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/csd-offi...

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

DYK? Eligible residents in areas affected by wildfires in Washington state can apply for emergency cash assistance to help meet immediate needs. DCAP has expanded to five additional counties and is available through Oct. 30, 2026, or when funds are depleted, whichever comes first.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We're not here very often so we're sorry to miss this earlier. Hopefully your SUN Bucks cards are working as they should now. If not, please call 833-543-3230. That's the number that will have the status of your kids' cards.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

You can apply in person at a a DSHS mobile office event or your local Community Services Office, by phone at 877-501-2233 or online at WashingtonConnection.org. An interview is required. Learn more: dshs.wa.gov #WashingtonWildfires #DisasterCashAssistance #SupportCareResources

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Disaster Cash Assistance Program is a temporary program that was activated by the governor’s declaration of a state of emergency. You might be eligible if you have been affected by wildfires and live in the impacted areas.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Did you know you might be eligible for emergency cash assistance if you aren’t eligible for other DSHS cash assistance programs?

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

SUN Bucks is coming! SUN Bucks is a grocery benefit that helps end childhood hunger in Washington state. It provides $120 for groceries for each eligible school-aged child during the summer. Starts June 2026. Learn more: dshs.wa.gov/sunbucks #SUNBucks #FoodBenefits #SummerNutrition

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Our Mobile Office Team will be at the King County Disaster Assistance Centers in #Auburn today and tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 2, and Saturday, Jan. 3, and #Carnation on Monday, Jan. 5, to connect people with resources to help recover from recent flooding.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 Nooksack Valley Middle School 404 W Columbia St. Nooksack, WA 98276 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29 Hamilton City Hall 584 Maple St. Hamilton, WA 98255 More details are available on our DSHS website: dshs.wa.gov/mobileoffice. We look forward to seeing you!

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DSHS Mobile Offices | DSHS

DSHS Mobile Offices Calendar Note: Our Mobile Office Team will be at the Disaster Assistance Center - Nooksack Valley Middle School Noon - 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025 404 W Columbia St. Nooksack, WA...

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Our Mobile Office Team will be at #Nooksack Valley Middle School today, Tuesday, Dec. 23, and #Hamilton City Hall Monday, Dec. 29, to connect people with resources to help recover from recent flooding.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Our Mobile Office Teams will be out connecting people with resources to help recover from recent flooding: 3-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 Evergreen State Fair Park Longhouse Building 14405 179th Ave. SE Monroe, WA 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 Startup Event Center 14315 366th Ave. SE Startup, WA

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

To apply, call the Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Find more information about Disaster Cash Assistance on the DSHS website. www.dshs.wa.gov/alert/food-b...

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Food benefits and flooding | DSHS

Disaster Cash Assistance is available Dec. 17, 2025, to Jan. 15, 2026, for eligible households affected by flooding in specific counties. Those counties include Benton, Chelan, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, ...

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Disaster Cash Assistance is available Dec. 17 to Jan. 15 for eligible households affected by flooding in Benton, Chelan, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Yakima and Whatcom counties.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Call us at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office to request a replacement. To receive this help, you must file a claim within 10 days of the flooding or outage.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

⚠️Flood alert! Did you lose food bought with food benefits because of recent flooding or a power outage? You can file a claim to replace those food benefits.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Keep applying, renewing and reporting any changes that might affect your benefits. This helps make sure you get the benefits you are eligible for as soon as possible. Take steps to protect your benefits and your personal information by securing your card through the ebtEDGE app or at ebtEDGE.com.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

For questions about the amount of food benefits received or if benefits aren’t loading onto EBT cards by their usual issuance dates, contact your local DSHS office or our Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

In addition, we are processing new applications for benefits that were submitted after Oct. 16, 2025, as quickly as possible. To confirm benefits have been loaded to EBT cards, use the ebtEDGE or MyWABenefits apps or call the phone number on the back of your EBT cards.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Congress passed and the president signed spending legislation to reopen the government on Nov. 12, 2025. DSHS is issuing full November food and cash benefits to people in Washington state on their usual dates. Food benefits for Nov. 1-13 have been issued.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Thank you for sharing! DSHS is working to interpret court rulings issued Friday, Oct. 31, and awaiting federal guidance to get food benefits issued as soon as possible. Check dshs.wa.gov often for new updates.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Thank you! We are working to interpret today's court rulings and awaiting federal guidance to get food benefits issued as soon as possible. Keep an eye on dshs.wa.gov for updates.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Are you wondering how the federal government shutdown will impact benefits? Here's what we know: DSHS has funding to send out October 2025 food and cash benefits as usual. We'll keep sharing updates as we learn more. Visit our website for the latest news: dshs.wa.gov

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Sept. 15 marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us as we celebrate and honor the history, culture and impact of Hispanic and Latino communities across our country. Learn more about events and ways to commemorate on the WA Commission on Hispanic Affairs website: www.cha.wa.gov/lhhm

Dark purple background with floral pattern, brightly colored blue, pink, teal and yellow flowers in corners. Text: We join the nationwide celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 - Oct. 15, 2025. This month honors the history, culture and impact of Hispanic and Latino communities across our country.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

DSHS just launched a new texting campaign to make it easier to share feedback. If you recently visited an office or called our Customer Service Contact Center, and have a number we can text on file, you might receive a link to our customer feedback survey. Your response helps us better serve you.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

In observance of #LaborDay, DSHS offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1. We will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2. We are thankful for all our dedicated DSHS employees throughout Washington state and laborers everywhere. Thank you for everything you do! #PartneringWithPeople #BuildingAccessForAll

Collage of six photos of DSHS employees smiling as they work. Text: DSHS offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

When someone survives an opioid overdose, it’s because someone else stepped up to help. When we see each other as friends to keep safe, we have the power to change what happens next. Overdose is preventable when we act together. #OneWAfamily #IOAD2025 @doh.wa.gov @wa-health-care.bsky.social

Illustration of four friends sitting on the floor socializing and smiling. Text: International Overdose Awareness Day August 31

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

#SUNBucks has already provided $120 in summer food benefits to more than 533,000 kids across WA. Think you might be eligible? There's still time to apply! The due date for 2025 summer food benefits is Friday, Aug. 29. Learn more: sunbucks.dshs.wa.gov/en/ #SupportCareResources

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Give Document Upload a try today and enjoy a fast and easy paperwork experience! documentupload.dshs.wa.gov/welcome #DSHS #BuildingAccessForAll

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Tips for using Document Upload: • Use clear scans or photos. • If you’re snapping a photo, make sure the document is flat and in good lighting. • Legible text: Avoid blurry or dark images. • Double-check all pages are included and in the right order. Nothing should be cut off or hidden.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

This new tool simplifies your paperwork experience by letting you submit: • Paystubs • Landlord statements • Driver's licenses • Birth certificates • Death certificates • Marriage verifications • Pregnancy verifications • Social Security cards • And more!

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

New Document Upload portal is now available! Do you need to send us paperwork for your food, cash, DSHS medical or child care benefits? You can now easily send paperwork online using Document Upload.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Exciting news! We will welcome our new DSHS secretary, Angela Ramirez, on Sept. 22. Gov. Bob Ferguson announced her appointment today. You can read more about her and her appointment on our Medium site: medium.com/@dshswa/gov-... #DSHS #SupportCareResources #PartneringWithPeople

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Gov. Ferguson appoints Angela Ramirez secretary of DSHS

On Thursday, Aug. 14, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced his appointment of Angela Ramirez as Washington’s new secretary of the Department of…

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

We will verify the disaster through a third party, like fire or police officials, utility company or local media. If verified, we can replace food benefits up to the amount of your monthly allotment.  Visit dshs.wa.gov/esa/community-services-offices/emergency-resources to learn more.

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Emergency Resources | DSHS

Do you have an Emergency Food Program? Washington Connection (English) Washington Connection (Español) DSHS doesn’t have an Emergency Food Program; however, the Basic Food program can provide benefits...

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Have you lost food bought with food benefits due to recent wildfires? DSHS might be able to replace some or all of its value. If you lost food purchased with Basic Food benefits, please call 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office within 10 days of the loss.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Thank you for being part of our community, for your understanding, and for your support during this transition. We will let you know when we become active on Bluesky again! We’re excited to continue connecting with you in new ways—see you on Facebook, Nextdoor, YouTube or LinkedIn!

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

These changes will help make the most of our resources while still providing you with the news, updates, and resources you rely on. You’ll still find the same helpful information and ways to connect with us on these platforms. If you’re not already following us there, now’s a great time to join.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

We’ve loved connecting with you here, but due to budget cuts and fewer team members, we need to simplify where we share updates. Starting July 1, we’ll focus on just a few platforms • Facebook: @WaStateDSHS • LinkedIn: @washingtondepartmentofsocialandhealthservices • YouTube: @WashingtonStateDSHS

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

#SUNBucks update: Is your child eligible for SUN Bucks? The program has some changes this year. If you got a letter from DSHS about possible eligibility, we encourage you to apply for SUN Bucks if you did not already receive benefits this year. Find out more: dshs.wa.gov/sunbucks

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

The last week of June is Deafblind Awareness Week, celebrated in honor of Helen Keller, who was both deaf and blind, showed the world what is possible with determination and hard work. Let’s work together to build understanding and support for the deafblind community.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. DSHS’s Home and Community Living Administration wants you to know how to protect your brain health. Healthy habits include: • Not using tobacco • Eating healthy • Exercising your body & mind • Maintaining healthy weight • Practicing good sleep habits

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Are you a caregiver? We’ve got some exciting news just for you! DSHS is excited to introduce our brand-new HCLA Caregiver Newsletter. ! It’s the perfect place to find support and celebrate the amazing work that you do every day. Visit linktr.ee/wa_dshs to subscribe and download the first edition!

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

As we approach June 19, we celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest national holiday marking the end of slavery in the U.S. This day in 1865 represented the arrival of freedom for enslaved people in Galveston, TX, over 2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Let’s use this day to reflect and remember.

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services @wadshs.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Focused on healthy futures for children and teens in foster care. DSHS Fostering Well-Being staff include pediatricians, nurses, and program specialists working together to make sure their clients’ medical, behavioral, mental health, & school needs are met. www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/fostering-well-being

FWB brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and advocacy, regarding all domains for children who experience trauma/foster care. We know we are not able to have experts in each office, but the FWB team is just a phone call or email away and a vital resource during times of limited or no resources for children and families. - Denise McJohnson, DCYF

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