About Us
The Human Services Department coordinates and funds programs which respond to the human service needs of residents of Snohomish County.
Our Mission
To help all persons meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community.
Some of the programs that we support include:
- Services to help maintain elderly and disabled adults in their own home or in a community setting
- Drug and alcohol treatment for both youth and adults
- Mental Health counseling
- 24-hour services for persons in either a mental health or drug and alcohol crisis
- Services to help low-income households meet their basic needs or obtain specific help to overcome barriers to improving their economic situation
- An Early Childhood Education Program for low-income families with 4-year old children
- Employment and community support programs for persons with developmental disabilities and their families
- Community programs for children and families
- Help for Veterans
- Weatherization and help for low-income households to pay their heating bills
