Other ResourcesHere is a list of other community resources related to homelessness:
Crisis Clinic
If you are in need of other community resources in King County or are in crisis, please contact the Crisis Clinic. The Crisis Clinic has the most comprehensive and up-to-date information available in the County. The Crisis Clinic can help you find any services you might need, including: emergency and homeless services, low-cost housing, financial services, health care, mental health & counseling services, youth resources, and much more. Crisis Clinic, 24-Hour Crisis Line
206-461-3222
866-4CRISIS
206-461-3219 TTY
www.crisisclinic.org The 24-Hour Crisis Line gives immediate help to people in emotional crisis. Trained phone workers talk with callers about their concerns, help them sort through their feelings, explore coping strategies, and refer callers to agencies that may provide additional help. They also work with callers experiencing mental health problems, anxiety and depression, and those considering suicide. The 24-Hour Crisis Line is a unique resource for families and friends of people with a mental illness. Phone workers can help determine if the behaviors you are observing warrant further professional consultation and can link you to appropriate public or private agencies.
Crisis Clinic, Community Information Line
The Community Information Line provides expert assistance to people seeking information about community resources in King County. Information and Referral Specialists explain how the social service system works and coach callers on how to present their situation and how to make the best use of the resources they have. Information and referral specialists also provide advocacy and follow-up for callers who have difficulty accessing services on their own. The Community Information Line operates the Bed Bank, which tracks openings at various women's and family shelters in order to direct callers to the shelter that can best meet their needs. There is a Caregiver and a Disability Specialist on staff. Crisis Clinic, Community Information Line
211
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206-461-3200
800-621-4636
Mon.-Fri., 8am - 6pm
www.crisisclinic.org
Other Resources: - Eastside Human Services
Eastside Human Services Forum fosters strong public and private partnerships to ensure a stable network of health and human services for the benefit of all East King County residents. They have comprehensive listing of Financial, Housing, Food, Job, and Health Services at: http://www.eastsideforum.org/eastsidehelps/gethelp.htm
- King County Community Health Resources
Comprehensive Listing of Health Services
1-800-325-6165
206-296-0100 TTY
www.metrokc.gov/health.htm
- King County Bar Association
Lawyer Referral and Pro Bono Programs
206-642-9365
www.kcba.org
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