DCYF works with outside agencies to increase capacity and access to housing and housing resources. The following list of Washington state entities can offer additional help.
- Coordinated Entry
- Foundational Community Supports (FCS) resources (Funded by the Health Care Authority)
FCS is a program offering benefits for supportive housing and supported employment for Apple Health-eligible beneficiaries ages 16+ with complex needs. Wellpoint will work with housing and employment providers to help enrollees find and maintain jobs; acquire stable, independent housing; and gain the necessary skills to be successful. For questions or for more information, email FCSTPA@wellpoint.com, call 844-451-2828, or fax inquiries to 844-470-8859. - Independent Youth Housing Program (IYHP) - Young Adults Ages 18-24(Funded by the Office of Homeless Youth (OHY))
- Housing support for young adults who have experienced foster care at any age.
- The length of time the person is supported varies by location but may be about 12-18 months.
- All IYHP providers statewide can be found here, organized by County: OHY Provider List
- Young Adult Housing Program (YAHP) - Young Adults Ages 18-24 (Funded by the Office of Homeless Youth)
- Housing support for young adults who have experienced homelessness.
- All YAHP providers statewide can be found here, organized by County: OHY Provider List
- Transitional Living Program (TLP) - Youth ages 16 and 17 years old (Funded by the Office of Homeless Youth)
- Long-term housing and case management support for non-state dependent youth who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.
- TLPs may be operated within licensed facilities and/or host homes.
- All TLP providers statewide can be found here, organized by County: OHY Provider List
- Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project (YHDP) Rapid Rehousing
- All YHDP providers statewide can be found here, organized by County: OHY Provider List
- Lifeline
The Lifeline program serves as a no-wrong-door access point for support and connection to services for youth and young adults in Washington who require assistance to overcome a life challenge that could escalate into a crisis if not addressed. They help meet immediate needs through resource navigation and the distribution of program funding for food, shelter, transportation, and more.