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  1. 2021 Alzheimers Conference - FB IG 5

    2021 Alzheimer’s Conference brings information and inspiration to caregivers

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  2. Copy of Area Plan Update ad - Insta

    Community input sought for aging and disability services Area Plan Update

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  3. OMGosh now what - insta

    Alzheimer’s educational series provides guidance to caregivers

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  4. cna SQUARE

    Community input sought for Community Action Programs

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  5. ADR area plan pierce ADRC

    Community input sought for aging and disability services

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  6. Universal Design

    Universal design workshop focuses on age-friendly homes

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  7. advance care planning

    Workshop discusses health care planning from a medical perspective

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  8. medicaid pierceADRC

    Learn the basics of Medicaid

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  9. Senior Farmers Market

    Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program opens May 3

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  10. pierce county caregiver conference

    Pierce County Caregiver Conference goes virtual

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  11. unboxed pierceADRC

    Workshop explores issues of downsizing, organizing and simplifying

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  12. square - dotting is crossing ts

    Series focuses on legal documents vital to residents of all ages

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  13. insta - RA posts

    Rental and utility assistance available for Pierce County tenants behind on payments

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  14. social security disability workshop

    Workshop lays out basics of Social Security Disability

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  15. ADRC event - normal vs aging

    Know the differences between natural aging and dementia

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  16. how to avoid scams

    Tools and techniques to avoid scams

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  17. inclement weather

    Extra homeless shelter beds available

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  18. talking with your doctor

    Get the most out of your doctor visit

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  19. Think Tank Recap

    Community Development and Homelessness: A Think Tank Recap

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  20. all about funerals

    Advance planning for funerals eases burdens

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  21. how to spoil your retirement

    Avoid costly mistakes with free retirement planning workshop

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  22. Options for the Future

    Expert panel focuses on extended care of a loved one

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  23. holiday conversations

    Workshop explores holiday conversations with aging relatives

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  24. Mobile Resource Center

    New Mobile Resource Center brings vital services directly to those who need them

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  25. Community Think Tank

    Community Services seeks resident input on community development

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  26. bringing parents home

    Workshop explores considerations for moving in aging parents

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  27. Birth to 25 Advisory Board

    Birth to 25 Advisory Board seeking new members

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  28. alzheimer&#39s and driving

    Help for families navigating dementia and driving discussions

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  29. SS retirement ADRC

    Social Security presentation offers strategies to save money, maximize benefits

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  30. Affordable Housing Operations

    CARES Act funds will help affordable housing operators maintain stability

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  31. MAC and TSOA training

    New supports for caregivers at home

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  32. essential express

    Essential Express offers transportation solutions to Pierce County residents

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  33. Affordable Housing Operations

    Federal CARES Act funds relief program for affordable housing operations

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  34. falls prevention awareness day

    Virtual workshops offer safety tips for older adults on Falls Prevention Awareness Day

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  35. homeless covid update

    $10.7 million awarded to Emergency Rental Assistance providers

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  36. Mortgage Assistance - Square

    Final awards for mortgage assistance and foreclosure prevention announced

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  37. OMGosh now what - dealing with alzheimer&#39s diagnosis

    Self-care vital in supporting people with Alzheimer’s

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  38. 2020 alzheimers conference

    15 annual Alzheimer's Conference goes virtual

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  39. Senior centers awarded funding

    Over $500K awarded to senior centers from Federal CARES Act

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  40. DV services

    CARES Act funding awarded to Domestic and Family Violence service providers

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  41. behavioral health funding for $1.5M awarded from CARES Act funding

    Pierce County and OnePierce award 21 behavioral health recipients with $1.5 M in CARES Act Funding

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  42. social security disability workshop

    Workshop lays out basics of Social Security Disability

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  43. medicare and covid19 workshop

    Workshop summarizes Medicare changes for COVID-19

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  44. homeowner support

    CARES funding awards for foreclosure prevention and mortgage assistance announced

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  45. senior center funding available

    Senior center funding available during COVID-19

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  46. DV news flash

    CARES funding available for domestic violence service providers

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  47. childcare newsflash

    Child care vouchers available for parents impacted by COVID-19

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  48. homeless news flash

    Round 2 Award Recipients of CARES Funding for Homelessness Announced

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  49. homeowner support

    Funding opportunity available for organizations to support homeowners

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  50. Veterans services

    Veterans rental and mortgage assistance now available

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  51. homeless news flash

    CARES Act Funding Homeless Programs Award Recipients Announced

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  52. homeless news flash

    Free hygiene services available at Sprinker

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  53. rental assistance graphic

    Rental Assistance is available for those impacted by COVID-19

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  54. senior farmers market voucher program is open apply now

    Senior Farmers Market Voucher program opens!

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  55. homeless news flash

    Second round of emergency COVID-19 funding to address homelessness announced

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  56. ADR News Flash Update about senior nutrition

    Senior Nutrition and Food Resources

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  57. homeless covid update

    Round 2 is open for Emergency COVID-19 funding to address homelessness

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  58. homeless covid update

    Emergency COVID-19 funding awards to address homelessness announced

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  59. minor home repair services are still available

    Minor Home Repair still available for health and safety repairs

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  60. Early Childhood Education and Assistance Programs has alternative programming available

    Early Childhood Education and distance learning

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  61. homeless covid update

    Homeless Response Update from Human Services

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  62. Ways to Help and Get Help

    Pierce County Donations Connector

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  63. the aging and disability resource center is open

    Aging & Disability Resource call center will remain open

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  64. Veterans services have expanded.

    Veterans services expanded for COVID-19

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  65. COVID-19 homelessness response

    Homeless Response from Pierce County

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  66. Powerful Tools for Caregivers benefit everyone

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  67. Workshop examines pros and cons of reverse mortgages

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  68. Funny film explores outsourcing retirement

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  69. “Five Wishes” preserves dignity and respect in care planning

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  70. Tips for caregiving on the Alzheimer’s journey

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  71. Get the most out of your doctor visit

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  72. Volunteers, donations needed for the upcoming Homeless Point-In-Time Count

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  73. Images of Aging film embraces diversity and acceptance

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  74. Images of Aging explores personal prejudices and social changes

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  75. Free workshop lays out solutions for Social Security

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  76. Guidance for Social Security in 2017

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  77. Learn how to travel with Alzheimer’s or dementia

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  78. Event provides link for anyone serving older adults or individuals with disabilities

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  79. Workshop offers keys to success with vision loss

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  80. Social Security Disability focus on March 23

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  81. Workshop explains Social Security retirement changes in 2016

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  82. Learn skills to deal with initial diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

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  83. Workshop brings hoarding out from the shadows

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  84. Community Connections director leaving position at Pierce County

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  85. Plan ahead to maximize your Social Security benefits

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  86. Task force to dedicate DUI emphasis patrol to young victim

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  87. Family caregivers have resources to ease their work

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  88. Community input sought for Aging & Disability priorities

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  89. Volunteers needed for Pierce County’s annual homeless survey

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  90. Retirement for “average folks” will look different

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  91. Choose Your Ride poster

    Free Uber ride home avoids a DUI in Tacoma on Black Friday

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  92. Learn about resources for extended care of a loved one

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  93. Dementia: Setting the Record Straight

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  94. Medicare changes place responsibilities on beneficiaries

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  95. Advance planning for funerals eases burdens

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  96. Your feet may be telling you something

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  97. No scam

    Workshop offers tips for scam prevention

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  98. Tips for when driving is no longer an option

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  99. Police intervene in weekend underage drinking parties on South Hill and in Graham

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  100. Learn about resources for extended care of a loved one

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  101. Films focus on Alzheimer’s caregiving

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  102. Social Security benefits help people with a ticket to work

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  103. Long term care insurance: Get the impartial facts

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  104. Community Connections Citizens Advisory Board seeks members

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  105. Knowing how to make a Will saves problems later

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  106. Workshop explores successful family caregiving

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  107. Community Connections Grant keeps Parkland kids smiling

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  108. Learn how to maximize Social Security benefits

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  109. Homeless Coalition seeks volunteers

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  110. Volunteers sought for youth violence prevention program

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  111. Knowing how to make a Will saves problems later

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  112. Tow companies, volunteers and cops team up to keep holiday roads safe

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  113. Dangers of holiday scams and frauds highlighted

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About Human Services


 Human Services provides essential assistance to vulnerable populations in Pierce County. Review our Strategic Plan and see the services we offer.

 VISION: 
Empowered individuals, healthy families, and thriving communities. 

MISSION: 
We work to ensure all of Pierce County has equitable access to community-based services that respect each person's unique experience.
Contact Us
We are no longer located in Downtown Tacoma. Please contact our Soundview office (also in Tacoma) for services.

253-798-4400

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Contact Us

  1. Human Services

    Main Office

    3602 Pacific Ave. 

    Suite 200 

    Tacoma, WA 98418

    Map to Human Services

    Email us

    Phone: (253) 798-4400

    Office Hours

    Monday - Friday

    8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 


    Aging & Disability Resource Center

    Phone: 253-798-4600

    Toll Free: 800-562-0332

    Email: [email protected]

    Office Hours

    Monday - Friday

    9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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  1. Tue, Oct 26

    Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention Programs Meeting (Virtual)
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  2. Wed, Oct 27

    Oh My Gosh - Now What? Online workshop week 6 of 6 (Virtual)
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  3. Thu, Oct 28

    Free Virtual Yoga for LGBT Seniors and Allies
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  4. Mon, Nov 1

    Birth to 25 (B-25) Advisory Board Meeting (Virtual)
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