Human Services

AlertHuman Services offices are closed from March 25, 2020 until at least April 8, 2020. 

We are offering alternative service options in response to the growing community concerns and to protect our staff and those we serve. For assistance please call 253-798-4500 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. If calling is not convenient, please send us a message using the button below. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our customers. 

ADR Case Management253-798-4500
Aging and Disability Resource Center253-798-4600
Community Action Programs253-798-4400
Veterans Assistance Programs253-798-7449

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AlertVeterans Assistance Programs has temporarily expanded service to help those affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. If you are a Veteran at risk of eviction or late on bills, please call 253-798-7449 to see what emergency assistance may be available to you and your family.

  1. homeless covid update

    Homeless Response Update from Human Services

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  2. Ways to Help and Get Help

    Pierce County Donations Connector

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  3. the aging and disability resource center is open

    Aging & Disability Resource call center will remain open

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  4. Veterans services have expanded.

    Veterans services expanded for COVID-19

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  5. COVID-19 homelessness response

    Homeless Response from Pierce County

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  6. HS building closure 2

    Pierce County Human Services is temporarily suspending walk-in services.

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  7. Powerful Tools for Caregivers benefit everyone

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  8. Workshop examines pros and cons of reverse mortgages

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  9. Funny film explores outsourcing retirement

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

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  11. Tips for caregiving on the Alzheimer’s journey

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  12. Get the most out of your doctor visit

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

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  14. Images of Aging film embraces diversity and acceptance

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  15. Images of Aging explores personal prejudices and social changes

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  16. Film focuses on early onset dementia

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  17. Resource expo connects residents with local long-term care options

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  18. Learn what’s on the horizon for Social Security in 2020

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  19. Film explores challenges of aging in place

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  20. LGBTQIA+ conference empowers seniors to age out loud

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  21. Fall prevention event highlights safety concerns for older adults

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  22. Alzheimer’s conference focuses on healthy meals and alternatives

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  23. Free Alzheimer’s conference focuses on nutritional health and creative alternatives

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  24. Tips for caring for people with Alzheimer’s

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  25. Images of Aging looks at not aging

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  26. Images of Aging featured in new film series

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  27. Community input sought for aging and disability services

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  28. Caregiver film series challenges intellectual disability label

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  29. Powerful tools essential for caregivers

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  30. Caring at home is the key

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  31. Film explores bond between caregiver and woman living with ALS

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  32. Pierce County Point-in-Time Count results released

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  33. Tools for caregiving on the Alzheimer’s journey

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  34. Caregiving film explores difficult choices for ill family members

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  35. Caregiving film dives into dysfunctional family dynamics

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  36. Aging into the Future: Pierce County 2020-2030

    Conference uses PechaKucha to envision next decade Read on...

  37. Caring at home is key to healthcare

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  38. Volunteers, donations needed for the Point-In-Time Count

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  39. Caregiver film focuses on family relationships

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  40. Social Security retirement

    What you need to know for 2019 Read on...

  41. Hope and healing come to the Orting Valley

    Recovery Café opens to help people struggling with addiction Read on...

  42. Join the conversation at SAGE Table Tacoma

    Creating meaningful connections in the community Read on...

  43. Celebrating caregivers through candid conversations

    Help and guidance available in November for family caregiver month Read on...

  44. Resources, services, providers highlight Making the Link 2018

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  45. Mistakes to avoid when looking for a care facility

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  46. Relationships change when caregiving needs begin

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  47. Falls prevention event highlights awareness, action

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  48. Preventable falls among seniors reach epidemic proportions

    Falls among seniors is on the rise – and often preventable Read on...

  49. Caregivers can identify with Happy Tears

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  50. Caregiver film series focuses on relationship stress

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  51. Powerful tools make a difference for caregivers

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  52. Caregiver film series begins at Tacoma’s Grand Cinema

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  53. Unravel the mysteries of Medicaid

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  54. Workshops help wade through disaster insurance

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  55. Aging and Disability Resources seeks Advisory Board members

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  56. Free workshop lays out solutions for Social Security

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  57. Guidance for Social Security in 2017

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

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

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  60. Workshop offers keys to success with vision loss

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  61. Social Security Disability focus on March 23

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  62. Workshop explains Social Security retirement changes in 2016

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

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  64. Workshop brings hoarding out from the shadows

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  65. Community Connections director leaving position at Pierce County

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  66. Plan ahead to maximize your Social Security benefits

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

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  68. Family caregivers have resources to ease their work

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  69. Community input sought for Aging & Disability priorities

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

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  71. Retirement for “average folks” will look different

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  72. Choose Your Ride poster

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

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

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  74. Dementia: Setting the Record Straight

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  75. Medicare changes place responsibilities on beneficiaries

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  76. Advance planning for funerals eases burdens

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  77. Your feet may be telling you something

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  78. No scam

    Workshop offers tips for scam prevention

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  79. Tips for when driving is no longer an option

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

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

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  82. Films focus on Alzheimer’s caregiving

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

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  84. Long term care insurance: Get the impartial facts

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  85. Community Connections Citizens Advisory Board seeks members

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  86. Knowing how to make a Will saves problems later

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  87. Workshop explores successful family caregiving

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  88. Community Connections Grant keeps Parkland kids smiling

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  89. Learn how to maximize Social Security benefits

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  90. Homeless Coalition seeks volunteers

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  91. Volunteers sought for youth violence prevention program

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  92. Knowing how to make a Will saves problems later

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

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  94. Dangers of holiday scams and frauds highlighted

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  95. Lonnie and Rannah

    How Community Connections helps a family coping with dementia

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  96. Help provided for individuals and families suffering addiction

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  97. DUI task force's taxi program kicks-off Sept. 28

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  98. Grandparenting has a new look in 2013

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  99. Workshop prepares businesses for the Affordable Care Act

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  100. Film explores depths of what makes us who we are

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  101. Learn how to maximize Social Security benefits

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  102. Get the facts about sun safety before summer arrives

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  103. Cops step-up Cinco de Mayo DUI and liquor enforcement

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  104. Birthday party leads to 24 underage drinking arrests

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  105. Forum provides opportunity for caregivers to brainstorm

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  106. Community Cafe's will help guide services in Pierce County

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  107. Universal Design Workshop shows how to stay at home

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  108. Connector image

    Free special needs transportation expands in rural Pierce County

    The Beyond the Borders Connector will offer new routes to riders with special needs Read on...

  109. Forum offers tips for businesses to combat cyber crime

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  110. Going to – and leaving – the hospital takes planning

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  111. "Drive sober or get pulled over" Super Bowl weekend

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  112. Learn the ins and outs of Medicaid

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  113. Learn how to maximize Social Security benefits

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  114. Volunteers Needed to conduct Pierce County's annual homeless survey

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  115. Workshop offers guidance for aging parents of children with disabilities

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  116. Holiday revelers can get a free ride home instead of a DUI

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  117. County seeks applications for community grants

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  118. Workshop prepares families for difficult conversations

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  119. DUI Patrol and Home Safe Bar Program hits Tacoma streets

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  120. Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention Programs volunteers sought

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  121. The Woods

    Pierce County breaks ground on Energy Star certified housing

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  122. County helps convert Orting funeral home into food bank

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About Human Services
Human Services provides essential assistance to vulnerable populations in Pierce County. Review our Strategic Plan.

 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
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Downtown Office
1305 Tacoma Ave S. Suite 104 
Tacoma, WA 98402
253-798-4500
Open weekdays 8AM - 4:30PM
Sound View Office
3602 Pacific Ave. Suite 200
Tacoma, WA 98418
253-798-4400
Open weekdays 8AM - 4:30PM
Aging & Disability
Resource Center 
253-798-4600
Open weekdays 8AM - 4:30PM
How Can We Help You?
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Aging & Disability Resources
We help with resources to live healthy, safely and independently in the community. Call the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 253-798-4600 to see how we can assist you or someone you love.
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Community Action Programs 
We help with resources  for families to live healthy. Services include education, energy assistance, home repair and more.

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Community Development
We fund youth violence prevention programs, low-income public service programs and public facilities improvements.
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Developmental Disabilities
We provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities, through contracts with various community agencies.
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Early Childhood Education
We provide ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program), comprehensive preschool classrooms across Pierce County.
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Energy Assistance
We provide assistance with power and heating bills as well as conservation education.
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Homeless Services
We fund housing and support services that respond to homelessness across Pierce County.
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Housing Assistance
We provide down payment assistance, home repair, weatherization assistance, and funding for affordable housing.
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Prevention Services
Partners with schools, social service agencies and non-profits to educate communities and reduce substance abuse among youth.
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Transportation Services
We develop transportation services to support community members.
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Veterans Assistance Programs
We provide emergency assistance with food, rent and utilities to qualified indigent veterans and family members.
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WSU Extension
WSU Extension offers a variety of programs: 4-H, SNAP, Community & Master Gardeners, Tech Wizards, and Nutrition.
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  1. Tue, Apr 7

    Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention Programs Meeting - Presentations
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  2. Sat, Apr 11

    IMAGES OF AGING: Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - CANCELED
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  3. Mon, Apr 13

    How to Spoil Your Retirement - CANCELED
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  4. Mon, Apr 13

    How to Spoil Your Retirement - CANCELED
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