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Call 2-1-1 first and ask for Toppenish-specific shelter, food, rent, utility, and transportation referrals.

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Programs to contact

1

Yakima County Human Services - Homeless Services

Local Government Program

Admission process for DV shelter, food pantry, meals and legal aid in Yakima County; call for intake and 24/7 shelter referral.

Open provider page +1-621-355-7520
2

Yakima Neighborhood Health Services - Homeless Services

Nonprofit

Community health center offering clinics, immunizations, WIC, SNAP enrollment and mental health counseling; see services & enrollment.

Open provider page +1-509-454-4143
3

Comprehensive Healthcare - Adult Services

Nonprofit

Adult mental health, addiction treatment, counseling and related support services; call for intake to start care and recovery services.

Open provider page +1-800-572-8122
4

OIC of Washington - Energy Assistance

Nonprofit

Energy assistance and utility bill support plus youth programs and counseling; apply online for utility help and eligibility.

Open provider page +1-509-248-6751
5

People For People - Transportation

Nonprofit

Regional transportation services and coordinated rides for work, medical visits, and programs; see schedules & eligibility to book.

6

Yakima Transit

Local Government Program

Public transit services across Yakima County with fixed routes and paratransit; see routes & schedules to plan rides.

Open provider page +1-509-575-6175
7

Northwest Harvest - Yakima Distribution Center

Nonprofit

Local food distribution and pantry partner offering meals, SNAP enrollment help and legal referrals; find pantry hours & sign up.

Open provider page +1-800-722-6924
8

Washington 2-1-1 - Get Help

Nonprofit

Statewide referral service for housing, utilities, child care and crisis supports in Yakima County; call for referrals and eligibility information.

Open provider page +1-877-211-9274

Recommended next steps

  • Call 2-1-1 first and ask for Toppenish-specific shelter, food, rent, utility, and transportation referrals.
  • For immediate shelter or homelessness help, contact Yakima County Homeless Services and Yakima Neighborhood Health Services.
  • If you are sleeping outside or in a vehicle, ask about coordinated entry and outreach options.
  • Apply for energy assistance with Northwest Community Action Center or OIC as soon as appointments open.
  • For food today, ask 2-1-1 or Northwest Harvest for the nearest Toppenish-area food bank schedule.
  • For medical rides or low-cost transportation, contact People For People and ask about eligibility.
  • Use Yakima Transit for fixed-route options between Toppenish-area connections and Yakima services.
  • For counseling, crisis follow-up, or substance-use support, contact Comprehensive Healthcare.
  • For behavioral health care connected to primary care, contact Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic.
  • Keep ID, proof of income, address, shutoff notices, lease, and benefit letters ready for applications.

Need categories

Mental Health Services

  • Counseling and Crisis

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability