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Housing, health, transport and practical services for all Jefferson County residents, including the West End and Forks-area connections.

Hours, availability and eligibility can change. Use provider links or call to confirm before travelling.

From the mountains to the coast

West End & Forks-area resources

Local connections for residents of the Hoh Valley, Kalaloch, Queets, Clearwater and surrounding communities. Forks is in neighboring Clallam County and is an important service hub for western Jefferson County. Listings identify locations; service areas and tribal eligibility vary by program. For domestic-violence or sexual-assault support, see Mariposa House.

Food in the West End

Forks · Hoh · Queets

Find Forks Community Food Bank, Hoh Tribe food assistance and the Queets Senior Program. Each listing includes a contact and eligibility guidance. For other local food options, call 211.

West End food contacts

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Forks hospital & primary care

Forks · Serving the West End

Contact the clinic about appointments, insurance and financial assistance. For a medical emergency, call 911.

Hospital & clinic contacts

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West End Outreach Services

Forks · Behavioral health

Mental health and substance-use services for the West End. Ask about intake, coverage and payment options.

West End Outreach contacts

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Jefferson Transit Olympic Connection

Forks · Hoh · Kalaloch · Queets · Amanda Park

Zero-fare transit along US 101 with connections to Clallam Transit in Forks and Grays Harbor Transit in Amanda Park. Check current schedules, alerts and flag-stop arrangements before your trip.

Trip help: 1-800-371-0497

Route, stops & schedule

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Queets services & health clinic

Queets · Quinault Indian Nation

Connect with the resource coordinator for local programs, or the Charlotte P. Kalama Clinic for health services. Ask about tribal eligibility and current appointment arrangements.

Queets contacts

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Housing, utilities & referrals

Jefferson & Clallam counties

OlyCAP offers housing and energy assistance programs. Tell staff your home address and ask which services cover your community; eligibility and funding vary.

OlyCAP: (360) 385-2571 or (360) 452-4726

For local referrals across the county, call 211 or search Washington 211.

OlyCAP contacts

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More Forks-area connections

Forks & surrounding communities

The City of Forks directory links to local healthcare, community support, libraries and other services. Use it for additional connections around Forks and the neighboring West End communities.

Forks community directory

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If you're not sure where to start

These are good first calls if you are in a hard spot and don't know who to contact in Jefferson County. Hours can change - call ahead when you can.

Food today

  • Find a food bank serving your address; distribution days vary.
  • See West End food contacts as well as meals and groceries in east and south county.

No safe place to sleep

  • Bayside Housing & Services: (360) 881-7140
  • OlyCAP Housing Assistance: (360) 385-2571

Medical worries & no insurance

  • JC MASH Free Clinic: (360) 385-4268
  • South County Clinic (Quilcene): (360) 385-3991

Violence, abuse, or fear at home

  • Dove House crisis line: (360) 385-5291 (24/7)
  • West End · Mariposa House: (360) 374-2273 (24/7)

Mental health crisis

  • Jefferson County crisis line: 1-888-910-0416
  • 988 Lifeline: call or text 988

Olympic Connect · Help navigating services

Community-based care coordination connects residents with food, housing, healthcare, childcare and transportation resources across the Olympic and Kitsap peninsulas.

Phone: (360) 301-8252. Ask for help finding services near your home.

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This site is informational only and not an emergency service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Emergency & Crisis Help

If you are in immediate danger or having a medical emergency, call 911.

Life-Threatening Emergency

  • Call: 911
  • Say: where you are, what is happening, and if someone is hurt.

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Mariposa House · West End crisis support

Support for people experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault in the West End. Call for safety planning and shelter assistance.

24-hour crisis line: (360) 374-2273

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Clothing & Shelter

For West End housing and utility referrals, see OlyCAP and Washington 211. Ask about assistance serving your home address.

Places to find clothing and basic household items, plus organizations that help with shelter and housing.

Clothing & Household Items

Better Living Center - Clothing Bank & Thrift

Low-cost / free options Port Townsend
  • Address: 1505 Franklin St, Port Townsend, WA
  • Church office: (360) 385-4831
  • Hours: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons; contact the church for current opening times.
  • Details: Clothing bank and thrift; low-cost clothing and household items.
Open Better Living Center

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Community United Methodist Church - Clothes Closet

Free Port Hadlock
  • Address: 130 Church Lane, Port Hadlock, WA
  • Phone: (360) 385-1579
  • Hours: Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Details: General Store and clothes closet; check current availability.
Open Church Calendar

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Dove House Closet

Free clothing and basic-needs support at 1925 Blaine St, Suite 112, Port Townsend. Open Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Office: (360) 385-5292. Ask about current items and assistance.

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Shelter & Housing Help

OlyCAP - Housing Assistance

Rental help Jefferson County
  • Phone: (360) 385-2571
  • Details: Shelter, supportive housing and qualifying rental-assistance programs. Ask about eligibility, intake and current capacity.

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Dove House Advocacy Services

DV/SA support 24/7
  • Crisis line: (360) 385-5291
  • Details: Safety planning and shelter support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

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Peninsula Housing Authority

Affordable rentals, rental assistance and homeownership programs serving Jefferson and Clallam counties. Ask which programs and waiting lists are accepting applications.

Phone: (360) 452-7631. This is a long-term housing resource; it does not provide emergency shelter.

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Health & Care Resources

In the West End? See Forks hospital and clinic, West End Outreach, Hoh health services and Queets clinic contacts.

Clinics, mental health crisis support, and options for low-cost care in Jefferson County.

South County Clinic (Quilcene)

Primary care Quilcene
  • Phone: (360) 385-3991
  • Address: 294843 US-101, Quilcene, WA
  • Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Details: Family medicine, routine checkups, medication refills, and immunizations for children and adults.
Open South County Clinic

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Jefferson County Public Health

Public health Port Townsend
  • Phone: (360) 385-9400
  • WIC appointments: (360) 385-9432
  • Address: 615 Sheridan St, Port Townsend, WA
  • Main clinic: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; individual programs have specific clinic days.
  • Details: Immunizations, family planning, WIC, pregnancy testing, STI screening and treatment, and other public-health programs.
Open Public Health Clinic

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JC MASH Free Clinic

Free clinic Port Hadlock
  • Phone: (360) 385-4268
  • Port Hadlock medical clinic: Monday, 3:00-5:00 p.m. at 175 Chimacum Rd.
  • Port Townsend medical clinic: Tuesday, 4:00-5:30 p.m. at 209 Monroe St., in the American Legion basement.
  • Details: Free medical and mental health assessments and referrals; appointments and walk-ins are welcome. Call for the current mental-health schedule.
Open JC MASH Clinic

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Discovery Behavioral Healthcare

East Jefferson County Crisis & care
  • Main phone: (360) 385-0321
  • 24/7 crisis line: 1-888-910-0416
  • Walk-in crisis services: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays.
  • Details: Crisis services, counseling, psychiatric care, substance-use treatment, and a sliding-fee schedule based on family size and income.
Open Discovery Behavioral Healthcare

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 Nationwide
  • Call or text 988
  • Free, confidential support for emotional distress.

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Jefferson Healthcare Dental Clinic

Affordable dental care Medicaid priority
  • Call or text: (360) 344-1005
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; closed noon-1:00 p.m.
  • Details: Preventive and restorative dental care for children and adults, with priority for people with Medicaid and service focused on underinsured or uninsured community members.
Open Dental Clinic

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Jefferson Healthcare Financial Assistance

Medical bills Charity care
  • Financial Services: (360) 385-2271
  • Office: 803 W Park Ave, Port Townsend; Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Details: Full charity care is available to eligible patients at or below 200% of the federal poverty level; reduced charges may be available from 201%-400%. Patients can apply before care or after receiving a bill.
Open Financial Assistance

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Getting Around & Help With Bills

For travel between Forks, the Hoh area, Kalaloch, Queets and Amanda Park, see the Olympic Connection route.

Transportation and utility assistance options commonly used by residents across Jefferson County.

Jefferson Transit

Transportation County-wide
  • Fare: All regular Jefferson Transit routes are zero-fare.
  • Details: East and south county routes connect Brinnon, Quilcene, Chimacum, Port Hadlock, Irondale and Port Townsend. The Olympic Connection serves the West End. Plan transfers with the operator.
  • Customer service / Dial-A-Ride: (360) 385-4777
  • Dial-A-Ride: Reservation-based service for eligible riders whose disability or health condition prevents regular bus use.
Open Routes & Schedules

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ECHHO Transportation & Medical Equipment

Volunteer rides Medical equipment loans
  • Phone: (360) 379-3246
  • Rides: Volunteer transportation for eligible older adults and people with disabilities in East Jefferson County. Request rides at least two weeks ahead. Riders pay any ferry and parking charges.
  • Equipment: Free medical-equipment loans for anyone who needs them, subject to availability. Arrange pickup at 2326 Washington St, Port Townsend; Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Open ECHHO Services

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OlyCAP - Energy & Utility Help

Bills Jefferson County
  • Phone: (360) 385-2571
  • Details: LIHEAP heating assistance and weatherization for qualifying Jefferson and Clallam County households. Funding and eligibility vary.

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Jefferson PUD - Payment Assistance

Bills PUD customers
  • Phone: (360) 385-5800
  • Tier 1: Qualifying households at or below 150% of the federal poverty level receive a 30% discount on eligible electric charges.
  • Tier 2: Qualifying households meeting income and energy-burden rules receive a 10% discount.
  • Other help: Payment arrangements, efficiency assistance, LIHEAP referrals, seasonal shutoff protection, and the Rainy Day Fund may also be available.
Open PUD Assistance

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St. Vincent de Paul - Emergency Bills

Food & gas Rent & utilities
  • Phone: (360) 379-1325
  • Details: Help for East Jefferson County residents facing emergency food, gas, rent, utility, and other bills.
  • How to start: Leave a message to schedule an appointment.
Open St. Vincent de Paul

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Apple Health medical transportation

Eligible Apple Health clients who have no other way to reach covered medical appointments may qualify for nonemergency transportation. Approval and ride arrangements go through the regional broker.

Jefferson County broker · Paratransit Services: 1-800-756-5438 or (360) 377-7007. Have your ProviderOne number and appointment details ready; request well ahead of the appointment.

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Other Practical Help

Habitat Critical Home Repair

Home safety repairs Quilcene & Brinnon priority
  • Phone: (360) 379-2827
  • Details: Free home-repair assessment, no-interest loans, and possible payment deferral for qualifying owner-occupants who cannot afford necessary health and safety repairs.
Open Critical Home Repairs

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Senior & Disabled Property-Tax Relief

Homeowners Property-tax exemption
  • Assessor: (360) 385-9105
  • Who may qualify: Eligible senior, disabled, or disabled-veteran homeowners whose primary residence and household income meet county rules.
  • Published limit for 2024-2026: $45,000 annual household income, subject to program deductions and documentation rules.
Open Exemption Details

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Washington 211

Free referral service Multilingual
  • Call: 211 or 1-877-211-9274
  • Text: Text 211WAOD to 898211
  • Details: Free, confidential help locating food, housing, utility assistance, health care, childcare, transportation, elder care, and other services.
Open Washington 211

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Olympic Area Agency on Aging

Older adults Adults with disabilities
  • Local: (360) 385-2552
  • Toll-free: 1-800-801-0050
  • Office: 2500 W Sims Way, Suite 203, Port Townsend; open to the public 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Details: Free information and connections for senior and disability services, caregiving, Medicare and health coverage, long-term care, legal issues, and benefits.
Open Jefferson County O3A

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Northwest Justice Project

Free civil legal help Income eligibility
  • CLEAR hotline: 1-888-201-1014, weekdays 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
  • Eviction Defense: 1-855-657-8387
  • Age 60+: CLEAR*Sr at 1-888-387-7111
  • Details: Free civil legal help for eligible Washington residents, including housing, family safety, public benefits, debt, education, employment, and health-care issues.
Apply for Legal Help

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Jefferson County Veteran Emergency Assistance

Veterans & families Emergency needs
  • Appointments: (360) 385-9384
  • Details: County assistance for income-qualified veterans and their families facing an emergency, including requests involving rent or past-due utilities.
  • Prepare: The county asks for discharge paperwork, a current bank statement, and relevant eviction or utility shutoff documents.
Open Veteran Services

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Water Delivery

Bulk drinking-water delivery for rural tanks and other needs. Providers publish different service areas; neither listing below confirms delivery throughout the West End. Give your exact address, required volume and tank-access details when requesting a quote.

Olympic Potable, LLC

Bulk potable water Up to 2,200 gallons Emergency service 24/7
  • Phone: (360) 531-2777
  • Email: olympicpotable@gmail.com
  • Office: 1240 W Sims Way, #301, Port Townsend, WA 98368
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Service area: Named Jefferson County communities include Brinnon, Coyle, Dabob, Gardiner, Marrowstone Island, Mats Mats, Shine, Quilcene, Chimacum, Port Hadlock, Port Ludlow and Port Townsend. The provider also lists Port Angeles, Sequim and North Kitsap locations. Ask directly about West End addresses.
  • Before booking: Request a current quote for your address, water volume and access requirements.
Open Olympic Potable

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Water Buffalo, Inc.

Bulk potable-water delivery for rural household tanks, community water systems and temporary supplies.

Coverage: The provider explicitly lists parts of Jefferson County, without naming local communities. Confirm your address before booking; West End coverage is not established by its published service area.

Phone: (253) 863-8883 or 1-877-278-2669. Request an estimate for delivery, volume and access.

Water delivery services

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Mobile Auto Services

Compare household mobile repair, roadside help and commercial fleet service below. Service areas and customer eligibility differ. For additional West End contacts, see the Forks-area directory. Confirm your exact location, vehicle, response time and quote before scheduling.

Quimper Fixit Services

Mobile mechanic Auto & RV repair Port Townsend based
  • Phone: (360) 643-4948
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Service: On-site vehicle and RV diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
  • Published normal rate: $142 per hour; emergency service costs more. Request a quote before booking.
Open Quimper Fixit

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Northwest Towing & Recovery

Roadside help Towing Quilcene & Tri-Area
  • Phone: (360) 379-8595
  • Service: Tire changes, jump-starts, lockouts, light-duty towing, and recovery.
  • Coverage: Port Hadlock, Port Townsend, Discovery Bay, Quilcene, and surrounding areas.
  • Before service: Call for availability, response time, and pricing.
Open Northwest Towing

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Anderson Mobile Mechanics · Commercial fleets

Mobile service is reserved for fleet and commercial accounts. Scheduled maintenance and select repairs are available by appointment in Jefferson, Clallam and Kitsap counties. Individual retail customers are served at the Port Angeles shop.

The provider names Port Townsend and Port Hadlock, plus Forks and Joyce in Clallam County, in its service-area information. Confirm the specific fleet location and work needed.

Call or text: (360) 809-9973. This is scheduled fleet service, not a general roadside dispatch line.

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