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Washington Connection
WA DSHS
Washington Connection is a free, secure state portal that lets households apply for and manage a range of DSHS, DCYF, and HCA public benefits in one place. Through the portal you can run a 'See If I Qualify' prescreener, start a new application, renew (eligibility review), report changes, complete a mid-certification review (MCR), and upload verification documents via the Document Upload Portal. A companion mobile-friendly site, MyWABenefits, lets users track application status, view interview details, and opt into text/email reminders. DSHS also accepts applications by phone (877-501-2233), in person at a local Community Services Office, or by mail/fax of the printable Application for Benefits (form 14-001), which is published in English plus Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Who qualifies
Eligibility depends on the underlying program (Basic Food, cash, LTSS, MSP, child care, aged/blind/disabled medical, etc.). The portal itself is open to anyone wanting to apply or screen for benefits.
What it covers
Single online entry point to apply for and manage Basic Food (SNAP), TANF/cash, Working Connections Child Care, Long-Term Services and Supports, Medicare Savings Programs, and medical assistance for adults 65+/blind/disabled. Includes prescreener, renewals, change reporting, mid-certification reviews, and secure document upload.
Cost
Free to use. Sessions time out after 30 minutes of inactivity.
How to apply
Apply online at WashingtonConnection.org, by phone at 877-501-2233, in person at a local Community Services Office, or by mailing/faxing the printable Application for Benefits (DSHS form 14-001). Mail to DSHS, CSD Customer Service Center, PO Box 11699, Tacoma, WA 98411-6699. Fax 888-338-7410. Verification documents can be sent via the MyDocs Attachment service.
Source www.washingtonconnection.org/home/