Shelter/Housing

Spokane Shelter Open Bed Availability Portal

What They Provide: shelter bed availability, open bed counts, shelter check-in times, shelter requirements, location information
Website: sheltermespokane.org
Phone: Not a direct crisis line; call listed shelters or coordinated entry providers
Address: Website only
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; shelter updates depend on provider reporting
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on shelter; some shelters require referral through coordinated entry, navigation center, outreach, or crisis system
Documents Needed: Depends on shelter; photo ID, Medicaid/insurance card, proof of homelessness, medications list, and household information may be helpful if available
Application Process: Check the website for open beds, check-in instructions, and referral requirements; contact the listed shelter or coordinated entry provider before going when possible
Eligibility: People seeking emergency shelter in Spokane County; eligibility depends on shelter type, age, gender/family status, safety needs, and current bed availability
Cost: Usually free for emergency shelter; confirm with individual shelter
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required for shelter search; individual programs may ask for insurance information if connecting to health services
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; call individual shelters or 211 for language/accessibility questions
Important Notes: Bed availability changes quickly and may not guarantee placement. Spokane Regional Health District directs people to Shelter Me Spokane to see open beds, check-in times, and shelter requirements.

SNAP Homeless Coordinated Assessment / Coordinated Entry

What They Provide: homeless coordinated assessment, shelter/housing referral pathway, housing navigation, diversion screening, resource referrals
Website: snapwa.org/homeless
Phone: 509-456-7627
Address: 124 E Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Coordinated Assessments: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 8 AM and 1 PM; walk-in only, first-come-first-served
Appointment / Referral Required: Walk-in only for coordinated assessments; no appointment
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness or eviction notice if available, income information, household information, children’s documents if applicable, Medicaid/insurance card if applicable; do not delay seeking help if documents are missing
Application Process: Go to SNAP’s Pacific Office during coordinated assessment times; arrive early because only a limited number of assessments can be completed each day
Eligibility: Individuals without children experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Free assessment/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for coordinated assessment
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call ahead to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: This is the coordinated entry access point for individuals without children. SNAP states assessments are in-person, walk-in only, first-come-first-served, and recommends arriving early because limited assessments can be completed each day.

Catholic Charities Homeless Families Coordinated Assessment / Coordinated Entry

What They Provide: homeless family coordinated assessment, shelter/housing referral pathway, family housing navigation, diversion screening, resource referrals
Website: hfca.cceasternwa.org
Phone: 509-325-5005
Address: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Walk-in: Tuesday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4 PM; phone: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Walk-in access available during listed hours; call first recommended when possible
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of homelessness or eviction notice if available, income information, household member information, custody/guardianship paperwork if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available; do not delay seeking help if documents are missing
Application Process: Walk in during coordinated entry hours or call for guidance; staff complete assessment and connect families to available shelter/housing referral pathways
Eligibility: Adult families with children who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and live in Spokane County
Cost: Free assessment/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for coordinated assessment
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Portal is not always open so check often. This is the coordinated entry access point for families with children. Spokane County and City of Spokane list Catholic Charities as coordinated entry for families with children; Help Me Grow lists the East Hartson location, eligibility, walk-in hours, and phone hours.

Volunteers of America Coordinated Entry / Youth & Young Adult Housing Access

What They Provide: coordinated entry access, youth/young adult housing assessment, shelter referral, housing navigation, outreach connection, referrals
Website: voaspokane.org/services/12036
Phone: 509-838-6596; YouthReach: 509-990-0519
Address: Crosswalk Youth Shelter: 525 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201; YouthReach: 3104 E Augusta Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current coordinated entry and youth access hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; access depends on program and youth/young adult situation
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, school ID if available, birth certificate if available, Social Security card if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information if applicable; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call VOA/Crosswalk/YouthReach to ask about coordinated entry, youth shelter, youth housing assessment, and current access process
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness, including single adults, young adults, couples, families, and veterans; youth/young adult services may have age-specific requirements
Cost: Free access/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for coordinated entry/navigation; referred healthcare/behavioral health programs may have separate insurance requirements
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VOA states coordinated entry is available to people experiencing homelessness, including single adults, young adults, couples, families, and veterans. Youth-specific access may route through Crosswalk or YouthReach.

Spokane Valley Homeless Outreach / Housing & Homelessness Program

What They Provide: homeless outreach, housing resource navigation, shelter referrals, transportation to shelter when available, connection to community providers, Spokane Valley-specific homelessness support
Website: spokanevalleywa.gov/314/Housing-Homelessness-Program
Phone: Housing and Homeless Coordinator: 509-703-0925; Homeless Outreach Officer: 509-723-6667
Address: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Hours of Operation: City business hours; outreach availability may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information, household information, phone/contact information, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Contact the Housing and Homeless Coordinator or outreach officer; outreach team may connect people to shelter, resources, and transportation when available
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Spokane Valley
Cost: Free outreach/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for outreach/navigation
Service Area: Spokane Valley; connected to broader Spokane County homeless response system
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about accessibility or interpreter needs
Important Notes: Useful for people physically located in Spokane Valley who need outreach-based help connecting to shelter or housing resources. Spokane Valley lists outreach contacts and describes connection to shelter/resources through its homelessness program.

Washington 211 / Eastern Washington 211

What They Provide: shelter referrals, coordinated entry referrals, housing referrals, warming/cooling shelter information, food referrals, transportation referrals, utility assistance referrals, community resource navigation
Website: wa211.org
Phone: 211; 1-877-211-9274
Text / Chat: Text zip code or “EW211” to 898-211
Address: Not applicable
Hours of Operation: Online database available anytime; phone hours may vary by region
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to contact 211
Documents Needed: None to call; referred shelters/programs may require photo ID, proof of homelessness, income information, household information, or other documents
Application Process: Call 211, text, or search online; ask for current Spokane County shelter, coordinated entry, warming/cooling center, or housing navigation options
Eligibility: Anyone needing shelter, housing, or community resource referrals
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required to use 211
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Multilingual helpline; call to request language support
Important Notes: Use 211 when someone does not know where to start or needs current shelter/weather-response information. It is not an emergency line. Call 911 for immediate danger.


Shelter Me Spokane

What They Provide: current shelter bed availability, shelter locations, check-in times, population served, low-barrier shelter filters, shelter requirements
Website: sheltermespokane.org
Phone: Not a direct shelter phone line; call listed shelters directly or call 211 for help navigating options
Address: Website only
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; bed updates depend on shelter/provider updates
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on shelter; check each listing before going
Documents Needed: Depends on shelter; photo ID, Medicaid/insurance card, medication list, proof of homelessness, and household information may be helpful if available
Application Process: Check the website for current open beds and shelter requirements; call the shelter directly before going when possible
Eligibility: People seeking emergency shelter in Spokane County; eligibility depends on shelter type, age, gender/family status, safety needs, and current bed availability
Cost: Usually free for emergency shelter; confirm with individual shelter
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required to use the shelter search; individual programs may ask for insurance information if connecting to health/behavioral health services
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; call individual shelters or 211 for language/accessibility questions
Important Notes: Bed availability changes quickly and may not guarantee placement. Shelter Me Spokane lists Spokane-area shelter availability and allows filtering by population served.

Cannon Street Shelter / Spokane Navigation Center

What They Provide: emergency shelter, temporary housing, daytime services, mental health care connection, addiction treatment connection, housing placement, employment services, primary care access
Website: my.spokanecity.org/navigationcenter
Phone: 509-507-4624; alternate listing: 208-449-1210 ext. 3
Address: 527 S Cannon St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Washington 211 lists hours as 24 hours daily; check current shelter process before going
Appointment / Referral Required: Call or come in for more information; bed process may change based on shelter availability
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, medication list, proof of homelessness if available; do not delay seeking shelter if documents are missing
Application Process: Call or go in for current access information; check Shelter Me Spokane for bed availability when possible
Eligibility: Adult men and women experiencing homelessness; Washington 211 lists no restrictions for the Housing Navigation Center
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access; insurance/Medicaid may be helpful for connected health services
Service Area: Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: The City of Spokane describes the Navigation Center at Cannon Street Shelter as serving adult men and women with shelter plus connection to mental health care, addiction treatment, housing placement, employment services, and primary care. Washington 211 lists the site at 527 S Cannon St with no fees and 24-hour daily hours.

House of Charity Emergency Shelter

What They Provide: emergency shelter, meals, case management, peer support, showers, laundry, personal care items, lockers, SSI/SSDI attorney access, respite referral support
Website: cceasternwa.org/house-of-charity
Phone: 509-624-7821
Address: 32 W Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Shelter check-in can start at 9 AM but no later than 8 PM; meals and daily service times may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No standard referral listed for emergency shelter; respite program is referral only
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, medication list, proof of homelessness if available; do not delay seeking shelter if documents are missing
Application Process: Go to House of Charity for shelter check-in during posted times; call first or check Shelter Me Spokane for current availability
Eligibility: Emergency shelter serves people identifying as male, age 18+; daily services may support men and women experiencing homelessness
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for emergency shelter; Medicaid/Medicare or insurance information may be useful for medical/respite referrals
Service Area: Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: House of Charity lists emergency shelter for people identifying as male, age 18+, and states clients can start checking in at 9 AM but no later than 8 PM. Respite is by referral only.

Family Promise of Spokane Emergency Shelter

What They Provide: emergency family shelter, housing case management, food, supplies, showers, computer access, laundry access, school/family connections, wraparound referrals
Website: familypromiseofspokane.org
Phone: 509-747-5487; press 1 for Family Promise Center & Emergency Shelter
Address: 2002 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Shelter: 24 hours daily; office: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; shelter access depends on eligibility and current availability
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of pregnancy if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call Family Promise Center/Emergency Shelter and ask about current intake, bed availability, and next steps
Eligibility: Families caring for a minor child age 17 or younger and/or pregnant; must not be on the National Sex Offender Registry
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane area / Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Family Promise operates emergency shelter for families with children and pregnant people. Community Health of Central Washington/WA 211 lists the shelter as 24 hours daily and eligibility as caring for a minor child or pregnant.

St. Margaret’s Shelter

What They Provide: emergency shelter, transitional shelter, family shelter, case management, housing stabilization support, support for women and children
Website: cceasternwa.org/stmargarets
Phone: 509-358-4250
Address: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: Call for application and interview
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of custody/guardianship if applicable, income information if available, proof of homelessness if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medications list
Application Process: Call to ask about current application, interview process, eligibility, and availability
Eligibility: Families experiencing homelessness; community directory listing notes women age 18+ with children in custody and no boys over age 12
Cost: Program fee may be requested based on ability to pay
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for shelter; bring Medicaid/insurance cards if available for connected services
Service Area: Spokane area / Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: St. Margaret’s provides emergency and transitional shelter with case management to help families regain and stabilize housing.

Union Gospel Mission Men’s Shelter

What They Provide: emergency shelter, meals, case management, basic medical care connection, legal assistance connection, addiction recovery connection, employment training connection, spiritual support
Website: uniongospelmission.org/need-help
Phone: 509-535-8510
Address: 1224 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake/check-in hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, medication list, proof of homelessness if available; do not delay seeking help if documents are missing
Application Process: Call or go to the shelter to ask about current shelter availability, check-in process, and program requirements
Eligibility: Men experiencing homelessness; call for current eligibility/shelter rules
Cost: Free shelter services may be available; call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter; Medicaid/Medicare information may be helpful for medical referrals
Service Area: Inland Northwest / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: UGM’s “Need Help” page lists food, shelter, case management, basic medical care, legal assistance, addiction recovery, employment training, and more, and directs medical emergencies to 911 and serious mental health crisis to 988.

Union Gospel Mission Women & Children’s Shelter

What They Provide: crisis shelter, women’s shelter, children’s shelter, meals, case management, recovery program connection, transitional support
Website: uniongospelmission.org/locations
Phone: 509-535-0486
Address: 1515 E Illinois Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake/check-in hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of custody/guardianship if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medication list, proof of homelessness if available
Application Process: Call to ask about shelter availability, intake process, eligibility, and any program requirements
Eligibility: Women and children experiencing homelessness or crisis; call for current eligibility/shelter rules
Cost: Free shelter services may be available; call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter; Medicaid/Medicare information may be helpful for medical or behavioral health referrals
Service Area: Inland Northwest / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: UGM lists the Women & Children’s Shelter at 1515 E Illinois Ave with phone 509-535-0486. Community resource listings describe the program as crisis shelter for women and children.

Volunteers of America Crosswalk Youth Shelter

What They Provide: youth emergency shelter, meals, clothing, showers, hygiene supplies, case management, school support, safety planning, housing referrals, runaway/homeless youth support
Website: voaspokane.org/locations/crosswalk-youth-shelter
Phone: 509-838-6596
Address: 525 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Shelter access/hours may vary; call first to confirm current intake and bed availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; youth may be able to access directly depending on current availability
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, school ID if available, birth certificate if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, medication list, emergency contact information; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call or go to Crosswalk for shelter screening/intake; staff can connect youth to shelter, safety planning, case management, and wraparound services
Eligibility: Runaway and homeless youth ages 13–18; Spokane and surrounding counties
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access
Service Area: Eastern Washington / Spokane and neighboring counties
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Crosswalk as emergency shelter for youth ages 13–18 with wraparound services, funded for 7/1/2025–6/30/2027.

YWCA Spokane 24-Hour Domestic Violence Helpline & Safe Shelter

What They Provide: domestic violence crisis support, safety planning, shelter screening, confidential emergency safe shelter, advocacy, legal advocacy connection, support for children, basic needs support
Website: ywcaspokane.org
Phone: 509-326-2255
Address: Main Office: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201; shelter location confidential
Hours of Operation: Helpline: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; office hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; call first for shelter screening and advocacy access
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s birth certificates, medications, protection order paperwork, court paperwork, insurance/Medicaid cards, and important documents
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline for safety planning, shelter screening, crisis support, and connection to services
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children; services are inclusive of all genders
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services may be available
Important Notes: Call 911 if there is immediate danger. Shelter capacity may be limited and is focused on survivors in imminent danger. Shelter Me Spokane lists the YWCA 24-hour helpline and text line for domestic violence help.

Salvation Army Spokane Family Emergency / Transitional Shelter

What They Provide: emergency shelter, transitional shelter, family shelter, housing support, emotional support, spiritual support
Website: spokane.salvationarmy.org/spokane_citadel/provide-shelter
Phone: 509-325-6810
Address: Spokane Citadel Corps: 222 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99207; Family Transitional Housing listed at 127 E Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call for current shelter access and intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medication list
Application Process: Call to ask about current shelter availability, intake process, eligibility, and referral requirements
Eligibility: Families and people needing emergency/transitional shelter; call for current eligibility and availability
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: The Salvation Army Spokane states its emergency and transitional shelters provide housing for varying amounts of time to destitute families, people experiencing homelessness, displaced people, and youth.

City of Spokane Hazard Sheltering / Emergency Weather Shelter Information

What They Provide: warming center updates, cooling center updates, clean air sheltering updates, emergency weather shelter information, transportation-to-shelter information during hazardous weather
Website: my.spokanecity.org/hazardsheltering
Phone: 311 for City of Spokane information; 211 for community resource referrals; Salvation Army shelter transportation during extreme weather may be available at 509-280-6860 or 509-280-6894
Address: Locations vary by event
Hours of Operation: Varies by sheltering activation and location
Appointment / Referral Required: Usually no appointment for public warming/cooling locations; check current activation details first
Documents Needed: Usually none; individual locations may have rules
Application Process: Check the City of Spokane hazard sheltering page, call 311 for city information, or call 211 for current shelter/resource referrals
Eligibility: People in Spokane needing emergency sheltering from heat, cold, smoke, or other hazards
Cost: Usually free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane / Spokane County depending on activation
Languages / Accessibility: Call 311 or 211 to ask about accessibility and language needs
Important Notes: Shelter locations and hours can change quickly during weather or smoke events. The City notes that Salvation Army vans may meet people where they are during extreme weather and help connect them to local shelters.


Family Promise of Spokane Emergency Shelter

What They Provide: emergency family shelter, shelter for families with children, intake support, housing navigation, case management, basic needs support, family resource connection
Website: familypromiseofspokane.org/needhelp
Phone: 509-747-5487
Address: 2002 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call anytime to connect with staff for intake; office/resource hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; shelter is first-come, first-served
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of pregnancy if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call 509-747-5487 and ask about emergency shelter intake, current availability, and next steps
Eligibility: Families experiencing homelessness; families with children and people expecting may be eligible
Cost: Free shelter access
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Family Promise states its emergency shelter is located at 2002 E Mission Ave and is first-come, first-served; families should call to connect with staff for intake.

St. Margaret’s Shelter

What They Provide: emergency family shelter, transitional shelter, case management, housing stabilization support, laundry, children’s play areas, storage, private bath
Website: cceasternwa.org/stmargarets
Phone: 509-358-4250
Address: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; application and interview may be required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of custody/guardianship if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medications list
Application Process: Call to ask about current application, interview process, eligibility, and availability
Eligibility: Families experiencing homelessness; community listings note capacity for family units and case management
Cost: Program fee may be requested based on ability to pay
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for shelter; bring Medicaid/insurance cards if available for connected services
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: St. Margaret’s provides emergency and transitional shelter with case management to help families regain and stabilize housing. Community listings describe the site as an emergency shelter and transitional housing facility for homeless families.

Union Gospel Mission Crisis Shelter for Women and Children

What They Provide: crisis shelter, shelter for women with children, meals, basic needs, case management, recovery support connection, housing/resource referrals
Website: uniongospelmission.org/need-help
Phone: 509-535-0486
Address: 1515 E Illinois Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call for current bed availability and check-in details; Shelter Me Spokane recently listed single women check-in 8 AM–8 PM and women with children 24-hour check-in
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of custody/guardianship if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medication list, proof of homelessness if available
Application Process: Call to ask about shelter availability, intake process, eligibility, and current rules
Eligibility: Women and children experiencing homelessness or crisis; must meet current shelter requirements
Cost: Free shelter services may be available; call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access; Medicaid/Medicare information may be helpful for medical or behavioral health referrals
Service Area: Spokane County / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: UGM describes its services as including shelter, food, case management, basic medical care, legal issue support, addiction recovery, employment training, and more. Community listings describe this program as a crisis shelter for women and children.

YWCA Spokane 24-Hour Domestic Violence Helpline & Safe Shelter

What They Provide: domestic violence shelter screening, confidential safe shelter, safety planning, domestic violence crisis support, advocacy, legal advocacy connection, support for children, basic needs support
Website: ywcaspokane.org
Phone: 509-326-2255
Address: Main Office: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201; shelter location confidential
Hours of Operation: Helpline: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; office hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; call first for shelter screening and advocacy access
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s birth certificates, medications, protection order paperwork, court paperwork, insurance/Medicaid cards, and important documents
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline for safety planning, shelter screening, crisis support, and connection to services
Eligibility: Survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children; services are inclusive of all genders
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services may be available
Important Notes: Include here only because families fleeing domestic violence may need confidential family shelter. Call 911 if there is immediate danger. Spokane County lists YWCA Safe Shelter as emergency shelter for domestic violence survivors and their dependents.

The Salvation Army Spokane Emergency / Transitional Shelter

What They Provide: emergency shelter, transitional shelter, family shelter support, housing support, emotional support, spiritual support
Website: spokane.salvationarmy.org/spokane_citadel/provide-shelter
Phone: 509-325-6810
Address: Spokane Citadel Corps: 222 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99207; call for current shelter location and intake instructions
Hours of Operation: Call for current shelter access and intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medication list
Application Process: Call to ask about current family shelter availability, intake process, eligibility, and referral requirements
Eligibility: Families and people needing emergency/transitional shelter; call for current eligibility and availability
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: The Salvation Army Spokane states its emergency and transitional shelters provide housing for varying amounts of time to families, people experiencing homelessness, displaced people, and youth.


Volunteers of America Crosswalk Youth Shelter

What They Provide: youth emergency shelter, meals, clothing, showers, hygiene supplies, case management, school support, safety planning, housing referrals, runaway/homeless youth support
Website: voaspokane.org/locations/crosswalk-youth-shelter
Phone: 509-838-6596
Address: 525 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call first to confirm current intake, bed availability, and check-in process
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; youth may be able to access directly depending on current availability
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, school ID if available, birth certificate if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, medication list, emergency contact information; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call or go to Crosswalk for shelter screening/intake; staff can connect youth to shelter, safety planning, case management, and wraparound services
Eligibility: Runaway and homeless youth ages 13–18
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane County and neighboring counties
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Crosswalk is the only licensed emergency shelter in Eastern Washington dedicated to runaway and homeless youth ages 13–18.

Volunteers of America Young Adult Shelter

What They Provide: young adult shelter, overnight shelter, case management, housing resource support, safety support, connection to services
Website: voaspokane.org/locations/young-adult-shelter
Phone: 509-309-3744
Address: 3104 E Augusta Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily
Appointment / Referral Required: Visit in person; call first recommended to confirm current availability
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, Social Security card if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information if applicable; do not delay seeking shelter if documents are missing
Application Process: Visit in person or call to ask about current shelter access, intake, and bed availability
Eligibility: Homeless young adults ages 18–24 in Spokane County
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for shelter access
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VOA describes the Young Adult Shelter as Spokane’s first and only shelter dedicated solely to homeless young adults ages 18–24. Washington resource data lists it as 24 hours daily with no fees.

Volunteers of America YouthReach

What They Provide: youth outreach, shelter connection, housing assessments, coordinated entry support, hygiene supplies, emergency food, counseling referrals, substance use treatment referrals, health insurance access, education support, employment support, legal advocacy referrals
Website: voaspokane.org/services/youthreach
Phone: 509-990-0519
Address: 3104 E Augusta Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, Social Security card if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, proof of homelessness if available, school documents if available; do not delay calling if documents are missing
Application Process: Call or connect with YouthReach for outreach support, shelter/housing assessment, referrals, and service navigation
Eligibility: Youth and young adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for outreach/navigation; referred healthcare or behavioral health programs may have separate insurance processes
Service Area: Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: This is not a shelter bed itself, but it is a strong youth/young adult access point for shelter connection, housing assessment, and resource navigation. VOA’s youth and young adult system includes shelter, outreach, housing, diversion, and related wraparound supports.


YWCA Spokane 24-Hour Domestic Violence Helpline & Safe Shelter

What They Provide: domestic violence crisis support, safety planning, shelter screening, confidential emergency safe shelter, advocacy, legal advocacy connection, support for children, basic needs support, pet shelter coordination when possible
Website: ywcaspokane.org/service/intimate-partner-domestic-violence/safe-shelter
Phone: 509-326-2255
Address: Main Office: 930 N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201; shelter location confidential
Hours of Operation: Helpline and safe shelter access: 24 hours daily; office hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required for helpline; call first for shelter screening and advocacy access
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s birth certificates, medications, protection order paperwork, court paperwork, insurance/Medicaid cards, and important documents
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline for safety planning, shelter screening, crisis support, and connection to services
Eligibility: Victims/survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children; services are available regardless of gender
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs; domestic violence directory lists wheelchair accessibility
Important Notes: Call 911 if there is immediate danger. Shelter capacity is limited and focused on survivors in imminent danger. YWCA Spokane Safe Shelter provides confidential emergency housing and support for survivors and their children, with pets welcome when possible.

Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center

What They Provide: domestic violence shelter, sexual assault support, stalking support, human trafficking support, child abuse support, 24/7 helpline, safety planning, hospital response, court advocacy, housing support, counseling
Website: https://www.safepassageid.org/
Phone: 208-664-9303; business office: 208-664-9300
Text: 208-449-7228
Address: Coeur d’Alene, ID; shelter location confidential
Hours of Operation: Helpline: 24 hours daily; business office hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; shelter and advocacy access require screening/intake
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s birth certificates, medications, protection order paperwork, court paperwork, police report/case number, insurance/Medicaid cards, and important documents
Application Process: Call the 24-hour helpline or text for immediate advocacy, safety planning, shelter screening, hospital response, or court advocacy connection
Eligibility: Adults and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or child abuse
Cost: Free and confidential support
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy or shelter access; counseling/medical-related services may have separate processes
Service Area: North Idaho, including Kootenai County; useful nearby resource for Spokane County residents who need out-of-area safety support
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Include as a nearby safety resource because Coeur d’Alene/Kootenai County is close to Spokane and may be helpful when a survivor needs distance from Spokane. Call 911 for immediate danger.

Rural Resources Victim Services

What They Provide: domestic violence support, sexual assault support, crime victim advocacy, emergency shelter access, safety planning, hospital response, protection order support, legal advocacy referrals, basic needs referrals
Website: ruralresources.org
Phone: 1-844-509-7233
Address: Colville Office: 956 S Main St, Colville, WA 99114; Davenport Office: 405 Logan St, Davenport, WA 99122
Hours of Operation: Crisis line: 24 hours daily; office hours vary by location
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; shelter and advocacy access may require screening/intake
Documents Needed: None required to call; if safely available, bring photo ID, children’s documents, court paperwork, protection order paperwork, police report/case number, medical paperwork, and important documents
Application Process: Call the 24-hour crisis line or nearest office for safety planning, advocacy, shelter access, and referrals
Eligibility: Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, hate crime, identity theft, and other crimes
Cost: Free advocacy/crisis access
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for advocacy
Service Area: Stevens, Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, and surrounding rural areas; useful nearby resource for Spokane County residents with rural county connections or safety needs outside Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Include as nearby regional support because they serve counties directly surrounding Spokane and may be useful when a survivor needs distance from Spokane. Call 911 for immediate danger.


Spokane County Coordinated Entry

What They Provide: transitional housing referrals, permanent supportive housing referrals, rapid rehousing referrals, homeless housing assessment, shelter/housing navigation, diversion support
Website: my.spokanecity.org/chhs/resources
Phone: 211; SNAP Coordinated Assessment for singles/couples without children: 509-456-7627; Catholic Charities HFCA for families with children: 509-325-5005
Address: SNAP: 124 E Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99202; Catholic Charities HFCA: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Varies by access point; call or check current coordinated entry information
Appointment / Referral Required: Coordinated Entry assessment usually required for many transitional/supportive housing referrals
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information, household information, children’s documents if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if applicable
Application Process: Start with Coordinated Entry through SNAP, Catholic Charities HFCA, VOA youth access, or 211; complete assessment and follow referral instructions
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in Spokane County; eligibility depends on household type, vulnerability, program requirements, and availability
Cost: Free assessment/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for coordinated entry; referred programs may have separate requirements
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call access point to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Many transitional, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing programs are not direct walk-in housing applications. Spokane County defines transitional housing as subsidized, facility-based housing designed to provide long-term temporary housing and move households experiencing homelessness into permanent housing.

Catholic Charities Homeless Family Coordinated Assessment / Rapid Rehousing

What They Provide: family coordinated assessment, rapid rehousing, short-term financial support, case management, housing navigation, public housing/private apartment connection
Website: housing.cceasternwa.org/services
Phone: HFCA: 509-325-5005; Rapid Rehousing: 509-340-9329
Address: HFCA: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202; Rapid Rehousing listed at 19 W Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current intake and access hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Coordinated assessment required; call first or use walk-in access if available
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if applicable, proof of homelessness or eviction notice if available, income information, household information, custody/guardianship paperwork if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available
Application Process: Contact HFCA for family coordinated assessment; eligible households may be referred to rapid rehousing or other homeless housing services
Eligibility: Families with children experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Free assessment/navigation; financial assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for housing assessment; Medicaid/insurance may be useful for connected services
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: HFCA is the family access point for homeless housing services. Catholic Charities states HFCA helps families access homeless housing services throughout Spokane County, and rapid rehousing provides short-term financial support and case management to help households get into private apartments and public housing.

Catholic Charities St. Margaret’s Transitional Housing

What They Provide: transitional housing, family shelter, wraparound case management, housing stabilization, support for families experiencing homelessness
Website: cceasternwa.org/stmargarets
Phone: 509-358-4250
Address: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: 24 hours daily for shelter program; call for transitional housing intake details
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; application/interview and coordinated entry referral may be required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if applicable, proof of custody/guardianship if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, medications list
Application Process: Call to ask about current application, interview, availability, and whether coordinated entry referral is required
Eligibility: Families experiencing homelessness in Spokane County; program-specific eligibility applies
Cost: Program fee may be requested based on ability to pay
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing access; bring Medicaid/insurance cards if available for connected services
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Catholic Charities St. Margaret’s Transitional Housing as transitional housing for families in the county with wraparound case management services.

Volunteers of America Aston-Bleck Apartments

What They Provide: transitional housing, housing-first support, young mother housing, child/family support, prenatal/early childhood care connection, employment readiness, medical referrals, mental health referrals, behavioral health counseling, independent living skills
Website: voaspokane.org/locations/aston-bleck-apartments
Phone: 509-624-2378
Address: 525 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake and program access details
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; coordinated entry or program referral may be required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, child’s birth certificate if applicable, proof of pregnancy if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information, Medicaid/insurance cards if available
Application Process: Contact VOA or coordinated entry/youth housing access to ask about eligibility, referral, and availability
Eligibility: Young mothers ages 18–24 and their children experiencing homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Residents may contribute 30% of earnings toward rent/utilities when income is available
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing; Medicaid/insurance may be useful for medical, behavioral health, or prenatal care connection
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Aston-Bleck as transitional housing for young mothers ages 18–24 and their children experiencing homelessness in Spokane County. VOA states the program accommodates up to five mothers and their children, with flexibility for larger families.

Volunteers of America Alexandria’s House

What They Provide: transitional housing, maternity group home, pregnant teen support, parenting teen support, case management, doula support, behavioral health support, diapers, pull-ups, formula, hygiene items
Website: voaspokane.org/locations/alexandrias-house
Phone: 509-624-2378
Address: 2236 W Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake and program access details
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; coordinated entry, youth provider, or program referral may be required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, proof of pregnancy if applicable, child’s birth certificate if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, Medicaid/insurance cards if available, school documents if applicable
Application Process: Contact VOA or youth housing access/coordinated entry to ask about eligibility, referral, and availability
Eligibility: Pregnant or parenting teens ages 16–18 experiencing homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing; Medicaid/insurance may be useful for medical, prenatal, or behavioral health services
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Alexandria’s House as transitional housing/maternity group home for pregnant or parenting teens ages 16–18 experiencing homelessness in Spokane County. VOA notes Alexandria’s House can transition participants to Aston-Bleck Apartments when they turn 18.

Volunteers of America Youth Diversion / Youth Transitional Housing & Rapid Rehousing

What They Provide: youth housing crisis support, diversion planning, youth transitional housing connection, rapid rehousing connection, personalized housing planning, shelter avoidance support, resource connection
Website: voaspokane.org/services/homeward-bound
Phone: 509-228-2423
Address: 1440 N Haven St, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call for current program hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness/housing crisis if available, income information if applicable, Medicaid/insurance card if available
Application Process: Call the VOA Diversion team and ask about youth/young adult housing crisis help, diversion, transitional housing, and rapid rehousing access
Eligibility: Youth or young adults experiencing a housing crisis; program-specific age and eligibility requirements apply
Cost: Free navigation/support; housing assistance depends on program eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for diversion/housing navigation
Service Area: Spokane County / Eastern Washington youth and young adult system
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VOA states youth or young adults experiencing a housing crisis can contact the Diversion team for assistance.

The Salvation Army Stepping Stones Transitional Housing

What They Provide: transitional housing, safe affordable housing, 24/7 access to essential services, housing stability support, supportive services
Website: spokane.salvationarmy.org/spokane_citadel/overcome-poverty
Phone: 509-325-6810
Address: 222 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake and program access details
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; coordinated entry or program referral may be required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Social Security card if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Call Salvation Army Spokane to ask about Stepping Stones availability, eligibility, referral pathway, and application process
Eligibility: Singles experiencing homelessness or housing instability; program-specific eligibility applies
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing access
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Salvation Army Stepping Stones as a transitional housing program for singles with 30 units of safe, affordable housing and 24/7 access to essential services.

Transitions Spokane Housing Programs

What They Provide: housing units for homeless women and families, supportive services, women and children support, job training connection, legal assistance connection, safe spaces
Website: transitionsspokane.org/services
Phone: Use website contact form or call program-specific contacts listed by Transitions
Address: Spokane, WA; program locations vary
Hours of Operation: Varies by program; call/contact for current access details
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; coordinated entry referral may be required for transitional/permanent housing access
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, children’s documents if applicable, proof of homelessness if available, income information if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Contact Transitions or start with Homeless Coordinated Entry if seeking transitional or permanent housing
Eligibility: Homeless women and families in Spokane; program-specific eligibility applies
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing; Medicaid/insurance may be useful for connected services
Service Area: Spokane County / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Transitions states it offers 49 housing units for homeless women and families and operates programs supporting housing, job training, and safe spaces for women and children.


Catholic Charities Onsite Supportive Housing Services

What They Provide: permanent supportive housing services, care coordination, peer support, behavioral health support, substance use service connection, healthcare connection, supported employment, income support, crisis response to prevent return to homelessness
Website: cceasternwa.org/oshs
Phone: 509-455-4963
Address: Catholic Charities Eastern Washington: 12 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call for current program access and referral details
Appointment / Referral Required: Referral/program placement usually required; not a general walk-in housing application
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, Medicaid/insurance card if available, income/benefits information, proof of homelessness if applicable, disability/medical documentation if applicable, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Ask coordinated entry, housing provider, case manager, or Catholic Charities about supportive housing eligibility and referral pathways
Eligibility: Individuals and families in supportive housing who need stabilization around housing, income, behavioral health, substance use, healthcare, and employment
Cost: Varies by housing/program; call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Medicaid/Medicare/private insurance may be relevant for healthcare and behavioral health services; call to verify
Service Area: Spokane community
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: This is supportive housing services, not an immediate shelter bed. Catholic Charities states OSHS supports more than 400 units of supportive housing across the Spokane community and helps people stabilize housing, income, behavioral health, substance use, healthcare, and employment.

Volunteers of America Permanent Supportive Housing

What They Provide: permanent supportive housing, scattered-site housing, project-based housing, studios, one-bedroom units, wraparound services, onsite healthcare, landlord partnership housing, long-term stability support
Website: voaspokane.org/services/permanent-supportive-housing
Phone: 509-624-2378
Address: VOA Eastern Washington: 1440 N Haven St, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call for current program access and referral details
Appointment / Referral Required: Referral/program placement usually required; not an emergency shelter walk-in
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, proof of homelessness if applicable, disability/medical documentation if applicable, income/benefits information, Medicaid/insurance card if available, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Contact VOA, coordinated entry, case manager, or housing provider to ask about permanent supportive housing referral pathways and eligibility
Eligibility: People facing significant housing barriers; specific permanent supportive housing eligibility may include chronic homelessness, disability, vulnerability, or program-specific criteria
Cost: Rent/program cost varies by housing placement and subsidy
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance requirement listed for housing placement; Medicaid/Medicare may be relevant for healthcare/supportive services
Service Area: Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VOA states its permanent supportive housing includes studios and one-bedroom apartments in duplexes, triplexes, small complexes, larger project-based locations, and scattered-site housing outside downtown.


Spokane County Coordinated Entry

What They Provide: housing assessment, homeless services access, shelter referrals, rapid rehousing referrals, transitional housing referrals, permanent supportive housing referrals, diversion support, mainstream service connection
Website: my.spokanecity.org/endinghomelessness/coc/coordinated-entry
Phone: 211; SNAP for adults without children: 509-456-7627; Catholic Charities HFCA for families with children: 509-325-5005; VOA youth/young adult access: 509-838-6596
Address: Access points vary by household type
Hours of Operation: Varies by access point
Appointment / Referral Required: Coordinated Entry assessment is required for many homeless housing programs
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information, household information, children’s documents if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available
Application Process: Contact the correct access point based on household type; complete coordinated assessment; follow referral instructions based on program availability and eligibility
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for Coordinated Entry; referred services may have separate requirements
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call access point to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Coordinated Entry is the main doorway for many homeless housing resources. It does not guarantee placement, and availability depends on eligibility, priority, and current openings. The City of Spokane describes Coordinated Entry as the process for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness to access the crisis response system and connect to appropriate housing and services.

SNAP Homeless Services

What They Provide: housing navigation, homeless assistance, coordinated assessment for adults without children, rapid rehousing for single adults/couples, housing stability support, resource referrals
Website: snapwa.org/homeless
Phone: 509-456-7627
Address: 124 E Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM; closed 12 PM–1 PM; opens at 10:30 AM on Thursdays
Appointment / Referral Required: Walk-in coordinated assessments may apply; call first recommended
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness or housing risk if available, income information, rental/eviction paperwork if applicable, Medicaid/insurance card if available
Application Process: Visit SNAP Homeless Services or call for current access instructions; complete assessment or intake based on housing situation
Eligibility: Single adults or couples without children experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Spokane County
Cost: Free navigation/assessment
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: SNAP states its Homeless Assistance program can help single adults or couples find and maintain stable housing.

Catholic Charities Homeless Family Coordinated Assessment

What They Provide: family coordinated entry, housing crisis assessment, diversion screening, shelter referrals, rapid rehousing referrals, homeless family housing navigation, resource connection
Website:CCEW Homeless Resources
Phone: 509-325-5005
Address: 101 E Hartson Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Walk-in: Tuesday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4 PM; phone: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; walk-in and phone access available during listed hours
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, children’s birth certificates if available, proof of homelessness or eviction notice if available, income information, household member information, custody/guardianship paperwork if applicable, Medicaid/insurance cards if available
Application Process: Walk in or call; meet with a Coordinated Entry Specialist; complete diversion screening and vulnerability assessment if needed
Eligibility: Adult families with children experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in Spokane County
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: HFCA is the centralized entry point for homeless families in Spokane County. Families are assessed first for whether the housing crisis can be resolved outside the formal homeless response system; if not, they may be screened for services and placed in a priority pool.

Volunteers of America Coordinated Entry

What They Provide: coordinated entry, housing assessment, shelter referrals, homeless housing navigation, service connection, youth and young adult housing access
Website: voaspokane.org/services/12036
Phone: 509-838-6596; YouthReach: 509-990-0519
Address: Crosswalk Youth Shelter: 525 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201; YouthReach: 3104 E Augusta Ave, Spokane, WA 99207
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current coordinated entry and youth access hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; access depends on age, household type, and program pathway
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, birth certificate if available, Social Security card if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information if applicable, Medicaid/insurance card if available
Application Process: Call VOA/Crosswalk/YouthReach to ask about coordinated entry, youth housing assessment, shelter connection, and housing navigation
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness, including single adults, young adults, couples, families, and veterans; youth/young adult services may have age-specific requirements
Cost: Free navigation/assessment
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required for housing navigation
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VOA states Coordinated Entry is available to anyone experiencing homelessness, including single adults, young adults, couples, families, and veterans.

Washington 211 / Eastern Washington 211

What They Provide: housing referrals, shelter referrals, coordinated entry direction, eviction prevention referrals, utility assistance referrals, food referrals, transportation referrals, community resource navigation
Website: wa211.org
Phone: 211; 1-877-211-9274
Text / Chat: Text zip code or “EW211” to 898-211
Address: Not applicable
Hours of Operation: Online database available anytime; phone hours may vary by region
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to contact 211
Documents Needed: None to call; referred programs may require photo ID, proof of income, proof of address, eviction notice, rental ledger, lease, household information, or other documents
Application Process: Call 211, text, or search online; ask for Spokane County housing navigation, shelter, coordinated entry, eviction prevention, or rental assistance options
Eligibility: Anyone needing housing or community resource referrals
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Multilingual helpline; call to request language support
Important Notes: Best first call when someone is unsure what kind of housing help they need. 211 is referral/navigation only and does not provide direct housing placement.

Shelter Me Spokane

What They Provide: shelter bed availability, shelter locations, shelter check-in times, shelter requirements, population served, low-barrier shelter filters
Website: sheltermespokane.org
Phone: Not a direct phone line; call listed shelters directly or call 211 for navigation help
Address: Website only
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; bed updates depend on provider reporting
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on shelter
Documents Needed: Depends on shelter; photo ID, Medicaid/insurance card, medication list, proof of homelessness, and household information may be helpful if available
Application Process: Check current bed openings and shelter requirements; call the shelter directly before going when possible
Eligibility: People seeking emergency shelter in Spokane County; eligibility depends on shelter type, age, gender/family status, safety needs, and availability
Cost: Usually free for emergency shelter; confirm with individual shelter
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required to use shelter search
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; call individual shelters or 211 for language/accessibility questions
Important Notes: Best for checking current shelter options, not for long-term housing navigation. Spokane Regional Health District directs people needing temporary shelter to Shelter Me Spokane for open beds, check-in times, and requirements.

Spokane Valley Housing and Homelessness Program

What They Provide: housing resource navigation, homeless outreach, shelter referrals, connection to community providers, transportation to shelter when available, Spokane Valley-specific homelessness support
Website: spokanevalleywa.gov/314/Housing-Homelessness-Program
Phone: Housing and Homeless Coordinator: 509-703-0925; Homeless Outreach Officer: 509-723-6667
Address: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Hours of Operation: City business hours; outreach availability may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, proof of homelessness if available, income information, household information, phone/contact information, referral paperwork if applicable
Application Process: Contact the Housing and Homeless Coordinator or outreach officer; outreach staff may connect people to shelter, resources, and transportation when available
Eligibility: People experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Spokane Valley
Cost: Free outreach/navigation
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: No insurance required
Service Area: Spokane Valley; connected to broader Spokane County homeless response system
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Useful for people physically located in Spokane Valley. Spokane Valley states its Housing and Homelessness Services program assists individuals experiencing homelessness in finding resources for a path toward stability.

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest Housing and Essential Needs

What They Provide: housing navigation, case management, limited rental aid, housing deposits, application fees, utility payments, essential needs support
Website: discovergoodwill.org/housing-and-essential-needs
Phone: 509-462-0518; 509-838-4246
Address: 130 E 3rd Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; walk-in hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: DSHS HEN referral required
Documents Needed: photo ID, DSHS HEN referral, proof of homelessness or housing risk if available, lease/rental agreement if available, rental ledger or notice if available, utility bill if requesting utility help, income/benefit information
Application Process: Apply through DSHS first for HEN eligibility/referral; once referred, contact Goodwill HEN for Spokane County assistance and current funding availability
Eligibility: Spokane County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have a current DSHS HEN referral
Cost: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: HEN is not general housing help for everyone. A DSHS referral is required, and assistance depends on available funding. Goodwill states HEN can help Spokane County residents with case management, limited rental aid, deposits, application fees, and utility payments.

Spokane Housing Authority

What They Provide: affordable housing applications, rental assistance programs, Housing Choice Voucher information, subsidized housing information, waitlist information, housing resource direction
Website: spokanehousing.org
Phone: 509-328-2953
Address: 25 W Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99205
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current lobby/phone hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on program; waitlists and applications may open/close
Documents Needed: photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, disability/medical documentation if applicable, immigration/eligible status documents if applicable, landlord/rental history, household information
Application Process: Check current program and waitlist status online; apply when programs/waitlists are open; call for help understanding available options
Eligibility: Low-income households; eligibility varies by program, income, household size, and waitlist status
Cost: Rent share/subsidy varies by program
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Whitman counties; useful for Spokane County residents
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: This is not emergency shelter or immediate crisis housing. Use for long-term subsidized/affordable housing options and voucher program information. Spokane Housing Authority lists coordinated entry contacts on its housing programs page and directs people experiencing homelessness to coordinated entry first.


Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest Housing and Essential Needs (HEN)

What They Provide: limited rental aid, housing deposits, application fees, utility payments, case management, essential needs support
Website: discovergoodwill.org/housing-and-essential-needs
Phone: 509-462-0518; 509-838-4246
Address: 130 E 3rd Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; walk-in hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: DSHS HEN referral required
Documents Needed: photo ID, DSHS HEN referral, proof of homelessness or housing risk if available, lease/rental agreement if available, rental ledger or notice if available, utility bill if requesting utility help, income/benefit information
Application Process: Apply through DSHS first for HEN eligibility/referral; once referred, contact Goodwill HEN for Spokane County assistance and current funding availability
Eligibility: Spokane County residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have a current DSHS HEN referral
Cost: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: HEN is not general rent help for everyone. A DSHS HEN referral is required, and assistance depends on available funding. Goodwill states HEN can help Spokane County residents with case management, limited rental aid, housing deposits, application fees, and utility payments.

Family Promise of Spokane Homelessness Prevention / Emergency Rental Assistance

What They Provide: eviction prevention, emergency rental assistance, targeted case management, homelessness prevention for families
Website: familypromiseofspokane.org/prevention
Phone: 509-747-5487
Address: 2002 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call for current intake and application hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; application required; assistance is limited and subject to available funding
Documents Needed: photo ID, children’s birth certificates if applicable, proof of pregnancy if applicable, eviction notice or rent demand if applicable, rental ledger, lease/rental agreement, income information, landlord contact information, household information
Application Process: If in Spokane Valley, call the main number. If in Spokane, use Family Promise’s application link or call for guidance. Complete intake/application and follow documentation instructions.
Eligibility: Families at risk of homelessness; adult caring for a child or pregnant person; Spokane/Spokane Valley access may differ
Cost: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane area / Spokane Valley; call to confirm current geographic eligibility
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Family Promise states eviction prevention and emergency rental assistance are limited and subject to available funding. Their prevention program focuses on families, adults caring for a child, and pregnant people.

Carl Maxey Center Housing Assistance

What They Provide: rental assistance, housing stability support, wraparound services, community referrals
Website: carlmaxeycenter.org/housing-assistance
Phone: Use website contact form or email housing@carlmaxeycenter.org
Address: 3114 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call/email/check website for current program hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Application/intake required; call or email first
Documents Needed: photo ID, eviction notice or rent demand if applicable, lease/rental agreement, rental ledger, income information, landlord contact information, household information, proof of Spokane residency if requested
Application Process: Contact the Housing Assistance program by email or through the website; complete intake/application and provide requested documents
Eligibility: Spokane residents needing help maintaining or moving toward stable housing; program eligibility and funding availability may vary
Cost: Free to apply; assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane residents
Languages / Accessibility: Call/email to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Carl Maxey Center states it partnered with the City of Spokane to provide rental assistance funding to Spokane residents and offers wraparound services through in-house support and referrals.

SNAP Housing Help / Homeless Services

What They Provide: housing assistance navigation, homeless assistance, rapid rehousing for single adults/couples, housing counseling, mortgage assistance direction, utility assistance direction, eviction prevention referrals
Website: snapwa.org/homeless; snapwa.org/HousingHelp
Phone: 509-456-7627
Address: SNAP Homeless Services: 124 E Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99202; SNAP Whistalks Way: 3102 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM; closed 12 PM–1 PM; opens at 10:30 AM on Thursdays
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first recommended; coordinated assessment walk-in times may apply for homeless services
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, proof of homelessness or housing risk if available, eviction notice or rent demand if applicable, rental ledger, lease/rental agreement, income information, utility bill if seeking utility help, Medicaid/insurance card if applicable
Application Process: Call SNAP or visit Homeless Services for housing/homeless assistance; a housing counselor may return calls for some programs
Eligibility: Spokane County individuals/households needing housing stability help; specific program eligibility varies
Cost: Free navigation/housing counseling; assistance depends on eligibility and funding availability
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists SNAP as a housing, mortgage, and utility assistance resource and notes a housing counselor may return calls within 48 hours for some assistance inquiries.

Northwest Justice Project Eviction Defense Screening Line

What They Provide: eviction legal help, free attorney screening, legal advice, representation screening, tenant rights information, eviction paperwork guidance
Website: nwjustice.org/apply-online; nwjustice.org/eviction-help
Phone: 855-657-8387
Address: Online/phone access; Spokane County Courthouse: 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Apply/call as soon as eviction paperwork is received; online application available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; screening required
Documents Needed: eviction notice, Summons and Complaint if received, lease/rental agreement, rent ledger, payment records, landlord contact information, court paperwork, photo ID if available, proof of income if available
Application Process: Call the Eviction Defense Screening Line or apply online immediately after receiving eviction paperwork
Eligibility: Low-income renters in Washington facing eviction; eligibility depends on income and case status
Cost: Free for eligible renters
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call/apply online to request language or accessibility support
Important Notes: This is legal help, not rental assistance. Spokane County directs low-income renters facing eviction to call 855-657-8387 or apply online through Northwest Justice Project as soon as eviction paperwork is received.

Northwest Mediation Center Landlord-Tenant Mediation

What They Provide: landlord-tenant mediation, eviction prevention mediation, rental housing dispute resolution, conflict resolution, landlord-tenant resource direction
Website: nwmediationcenter.com/housing-stability
Phone: 509-456-0103; landlord-tenant info line: 509-992-7162
Address: 35 W Main Ave, Suite 230, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment required for mediation; advance notice usually needed
Documents Needed: lease/rental agreement, notices from landlord, rent ledger, payment records, written communication with landlord/tenant, court paperwork if any, proposed payment plan if applicable
Application Process: Call, email info@nwmediationcenter.com, or request mediation through the website; call the landlord-tenant info line for housing dispute questions
Eligibility: Spokane-area landlords and tenants needing help resolving rental housing disputes
Cost: No-cost landlord/tenant mediation listed; other mediation services may vary
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Northwest Mediation Center cannot give legal advice and does not provide rental assistance. They state mediations are by appointment and generally require about two weeks of advance notice, so this is better for early intervention than last-minute eviction emergencies.

Fulcrum Institute Dispute Resolution Clinic

What They Provide: landlord-tenant mediation, eviction prevention mediation, dispute resolution, conflict resolution support
Website: fulcrumdispute.org
Phone: 509-838-2799
Address: Spokane, WA; call for current service location/process
Hours of Operation: Call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; mediation requires scheduling/intake
Documents Needed: lease/rental agreement, notices from landlord, rent ledger, payment records, written communication with landlord/tenant, court paperwork if any, proposed payment plan if applicable
Application Process: Call Fulcrum to ask about current landlord-tenant mediation or eviction-prevention mediation availability
Eligibility: Spokane County tenants/landlords needing mediation or dispute resolution support
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane County lists Fulcrum Institute as an eviction and mediation assistance resource. Use Northwest Justice Project for eviction legal help if court papers have already been served.

City of Spokane Tenant Rights and Housing Resources

What They Provide: tenant rights information, landlord-tenant regulation information, rental housing regulation information, affordable housing links, eviction prevention resource direction
Website: my.spokanecity.org/housing/tenants-rights-and-resources
Phone: 311
Address: City Hall: 808 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; 311 hours may vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information
Documents Needed: None to use website; for help, keep lease/rental agreement, notices, rent ledger, payment records, landlord communication, and court papers
Application Process: Review the tenant rights page and contact listed resources or 311 for city information; use legal/mediation resources if eviction or dispute is active
Eligibility: City of Spokane tenants, landlords, and people seeking rental housing information
Cost: Free public information
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; call 311 for city access questions
Important Notes: Best for City of Spokane rental rules and tenant-resource direction. For direct eviction legal help, use Northwest Justice Project. For mediation, use Northwest Mediation Center or Fulcrum. Recent Spokane policy changes may affect eviction-prevention procedures, so tenants should check the City page and legal resources for the most current instructions.

Spokane County Housing Resources Page

What They Provide: mortgage assistance direction, utility assistance direction, eviction assistance links, mediation assistance links, housing-related resource links
Website: spokanecounty.gov/5617/Resources
Phone: Varies by listed resource
Address: Online resource page
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on listed resource
Documents Needed: Depends on listed resource; common documents include photo ID, proof of income, mortgage/rent statement, utility bill, eviction notice, court paperwork, and household information
Application Process: Use the county resource page to identify the correct housing, mortgage, utility, mediation, or eviction assistance provider
Eligibility: Spokane County residents needing housing-related resource direction
Cost: Free public information; program costs vary
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; call listed providers for access needs
Important Notes: This is a resource hub, not a direct assistance program. It lists SNAP for mortgage/utility assistance and includes eviction/mediation assistance resources.


Northwest Justice Project Eviction Defense Screening Line

What They Provide: eviction legal help, free attorney screening, legal advice, representation screening, tenant rights information, eviction paperwork guidance
Website: nwjustice.org/eviction-help
Phone: 1-855-657-8387
Address: Online/phone access; Spokane County Courthouse: 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Call/apply as soon as eviction paperwork is received; online application available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; screening required
Documents Needed: eviction notice, Summons and Complaint if received, lease/rental agreement, rent ledger, payment records, landlord contact information, court paperwork, photo ID if available, proof of income if available
Application Process: Call the Eviction Defense Screening Line or apply online immediately after receiving eviction paperwork
Eligibility: Low-income renters in Washington facing eviction; eligibility depends on income and case status
Cost: Free for eligible renters
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Online form available in English and Spanish; call/apply online to request language or accessibility support
Important Notes: This should be the first legal-help contact for eviction paperwork. Spokane County directs low-income renters to call 1-855-657-8387 or apply online as soon as eviction paperwork is received.

Northwest Justice Project CLEAR Hotline

What They Provide: free civil legal help, housing legal advice, tenant rights advice, referral to legal services, help with non-criminal legal problems
Website: nwjustice.org/clear-hotline
Phone: CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014; CLEARSr age 60+: 1-888-387-7111; eviction help: 1-855-657-8387
Address: Phone/online access; Spokane office listed through local legal directories: 1702 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: CLEAR: Monday–Friday, 9:15 AM–12:15 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: No referral required; eligibility screening required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, proof of income if available, lease/rental agreement, notices from landlord, repair requests, rent ledger, deposit paperwork, court paperwork, landlord communication
Application Process: Call CLEAR during open hours for legal advice/referral; use the Eviction Defense Screening Line instead if facing eviction paperwork
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents outside King County; CLEAR
Sr serves seniors age 60+
Cost: Free for eligible callers
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State outside King County, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Phone interpreter services available; Deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired callers may use relay options
Important Notes: Use CLEAR for tenant rights questions that are not active eviction court cases, such as repairs, deposits, notices, landlord disputes, or housing-related legal advice.

Housing Justice Project Spokane / Post-Writ Free Legal Clinic

What They Provide: post-writ eviction legal clinic, help after missed eviction hearing, help after Writ of Restitution, eviction legal information, urgent tenant legal support
Website: kcba.org/HJPSPO
Phone: Reception: 509-878-6488
Email:SPOtenantsupport@kcba.org
Address: 35 W Main Ave, 3rd Floor, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Thursday, 1 PM–3 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Walk-in clinic listed; call/email to confirm before going when possible
Documents Needed: Writ of Restitution, eviction court papers, Summons and Complaint, lease/rental agreement, rent ledger, payment records, landlord notices, photo ID if available
Application Process: Go to the Thursday clinic or contact the Spokane Housing Justice Project support line/email for guidance
Eligibility: Tenants who have received a Writ of Restitution or missed an eviction hearing
Cost: Free clinic
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call/email to ask about interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: This is for late-stage eviction situations, especially after a writ or missed hearing. Spokane County lists this weekly clinic at 35 W Main Ave, 3rd Floor, every Thursday from 1 PM–3 PM.

Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program

What They Provide: free/pro bono civil legal help connection, legal advice clinics, housing legal assistance, referrals to attorneys/legal professionals, legal education
Website: vlp.spokanebar.org
Phone: Use website contact form/intake instructions; CLEAR may also refer eligible callers through 1-888-201-1014
Address: Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program, Spokane, WA
Hours of Operation: Varies by clinic/intake; check website for current intake process
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake/screening required
Documents Needed: photo ID if available, proof of income if available, lease/rental agreement, landlord notices, court paperwork, rent ledger, payment records, repair/deposit documentation, landlord communication
Application Process: Use the VLP website or legal-aid referral pathway to request help; complete screening and follow clinic/referral instructions
Eligibility: Low-income community members needing civil legal services; eligibility depends on issue type, income, and program capacity
Cost: Free/pro bono if eligible and accepted
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call/intake to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: VLP connects low-income community members to pro bono attorneys and legal professionals and provides education to help people access legal services.

WashingtonLawHelp Housing / Renters Self-Help Library

What They Provide: tenant rights information, eviction response forms, repair issue guides, deposit/damage guides, mold/pest guides, disability accommodation guides, domestic violence/stalking housing rights information
Website: washingtonlawhelp.org/issues/housing
Phone: Online resource only; eviction attorney screening: 1-855-657-8387; CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website
Documents Needed: None to use website; for legal help gather lease/rental agreement, notices, rent ledger, deposit paperwork, repair requests, photos, landlord communication, court paperwork, proof of income
Application Process: Search the housing/renters section for the issue; download/read guides or forms; contact NJP/CLEAR for legal advice if needed
Eligibility: Washington renters and housing consumers
Cost: Free online information
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Some materials available in Spanish and other languages depending on topic
Important Notes: This is legal information, not legal representation. Helpful for understanding repairs, deposits, eviction response, tenant rights, and forms before calling legal aid.

Tenants Union of Washington State – Spokane Renter Rights and Resources

What They Provide: tenant rights education, Spokane renter rights information, repair/documentation guidance, deposit guidance, eviction resource direction, city rental registry/code enforcement information
Website: tenantsunion.org/rights/spokane-tenants-rights-and-resources
Phone: Website/resource-based; use CLEAR 1-888-201-1014 for legal aid and 1-855-657-8387 for eviction defense
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use website
Documents Needed: None to use website; for tenant issues keep lease/rental agreement, notices, rent ledger, repair requests, photos/videos, deposit paperwork, landlord messages, court papers
Application Process: Review Spokane-specific renter rights and resource information; contact CLEAR, NJP, mediation, or code enforcement depending on the issue
Eligibility: Spokane renters and Washington tenants seeking tenant rights information
Cost: Free online information
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Spokane-specific resource page available
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based
Important Notes: Good non-emergency education resource for understanding Spokane renter protections and where to report substandard rental conditions.

City of Spokane Tenant Rights and Landlord Resources

What They Provide: City of Spokane tenant rights information, rental housing regulation information, eviction defense links, rental inspection information, code enforcement complaint direction, landlord/tenant resource links
Website: my.spokanecity.org/housing/tenants-rights-and-resources
Phone: 311; 509-755-CITY (2489)
Address: City Hall: 808 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime; 311: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–6 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information or submit code complaints
Documents Needed: None to use website; for complaints/legal help keep lease/rental agreement, notices, photos/videos of conditions, repair requests, landlord communication, rent ledger, payment records, court papers
Application Process: Use the tenant rights page for city resources; submit substandard rental condition complaints through 311 or call 311/509-755-CITY if unable to submit online
Eligibility: City of Spokane tenants, landlords, and people seeking city rental housing information
Cost: Free public information/complaint submission
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call 311 for access needs
Important Notes: Use this for City of Spokane rental rules, rental condition complaints, and city-specific tenant resources. For direct legal advice, contact NJP/CLEAR. City of Spokane states substandard rental property complaints can be submitted through 311.

City of Spokane Code Enforcement

What They Provide: rental housing condition complaints, substandard rental complaint response, housing/building maintenance code enforcement, rental property registry enforcement, inspection-related complaints
Website: my.spokanecity.org/codeenforcement
Phone: 311; 509-755-CITY (2489)
Address: City Hall: 808 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: 311: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–6 PM; online reporting available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to submit a complaint
Documents Needed: rental address, landlord/property manager information, photos/videos if available, repair requests, dates of communication, description of unsafe/substandard condition, contact information
Application Process: Submit a complaint through 311/online reporting or call 311; Code Enforcement may review the issue and determine next steps
Eligibility: City of Spokane tenants/residents reporting possible code violations or substandard housing conditions
Cost: Free to report
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Call 311 for help submitting a complaint or requesting access support
Important Notes: This is not legal representation and does not replace talking to a lawyer. Do not withhold rent without legal advice. Use Code Enforcement for unsafe or substandard housing conditions inside City of Spokane limits.

Spokane Valley Code Enforcement

What They Provide: housing/building maintenance code enforcement, property maintenance complaints, land use/environmental code complaints, public health/safety code concerns
Website: spokanevalleywa.gov/184/Code-Enforcement
Phone: City of Spokane Valley main/contact through website; call city offices for current reporting process
Address: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Hours of Operation: City business hours; online information available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to report a code concern
Documents Needed: property address, description of concern, photos/videos if available, dates, landlord/property manager information if rental-related, repair requests if applicable
Application Process: Contact Spokane Valley Code Enforcement through the city’s current reporting process; provide address and details of the concern
Eligibility: Spokane Valley residents/tenants reporting possible code violations or unsafe housing/property conditions
Cost: Free to report
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: City of Spokane Valley
Languages / Accessibility: Contact city offices for accessibility/language support
Important Notes: Use this for Spokane Valley properties, not City of Spokane properties. For eviction/legal advice, use NJP/CLEAR. Spokane Valley states its Code Enforcement program enforces codes related to housing and building maintenance, land use, environmental protection, and public health/safety.

Northwest Mediation Center Landlord-Tenant Mediation

What They Provide: landlord-tenant mediation, eviction prevention mediation, rental housing dispute resolution, conflict resolution, housing stability support
Website: nwmediationcenter.com/housing-stability
Phone: 509-456-0103; landlord-tenant info line: 509-992-7162
Address: 35 W Main Ave, Suite 230, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment required for mediation; call first
Documents Needed: lease/rental agreement, landlord notices, rent ledger, payment records, written communication, court paperwork if any, proposed payment plan if applicable
Application Process: Call, email info@nwmediationcenter.com, or request mediation through the website
Eligibility: Spokane-area tenants and landlords needing help resolving rental housing disputes
Cost: No-cost landlord/tenant mediation listed; other mediation services may vary
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to request interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Mediation is not legal advice or representation. Use NJP Eviction Defense if court papers have been served. Mediation works best before the situation reaches an urgent court deadline.

Fulcrum Institute Dispute Resolution Clinic

What They Provide: landlord-tenant mediation, eviction prevention mediation, dispute resolution, conflict resolution support
Website: fulcrumdispute.org
Phone: 509-838-2799
Address: Spokane, WA; call for current service location/process
Hours of Operation: Call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first; mediation requires scheduling/intake
Documents Needed: lease/rental agreement, notices from landlord, rent ledger, payment records, written communication, court paperwork if any, proposed payment plan if applicable
Application Process: Call Fulcrum to ask about current landlord-tenant mediation or eviction-prevention mediation availability
Eligibility: Spokane County tenants/landlords needing mediation or dispute resolution support
Cost: Call to confirm
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Mediation is useful for disputes, payment plans, and communication breakdowns, but it is not legal representation. Use NJP/CLEAR for legal advice. Spokane County and City resource pages list Fulcrum as an eviction/tenant-landlord mediation resource.


AptFinder.org

What They Provide: affordable apartment search, subsidized housing listings, low-income housing listings, senior housing listings, disability-accessible housing search, income-based housing search
Website: aptfinder.org
Phone: No central housing placement phone listed; contact properties directly from listings
Address: Online search tool
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to use search tool; individual properties may require applications, interviews, waitlists, or eligibility screening
Documents Needed: None to search; properties may request photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, benefit letters, rental history, landlord references, disability documentation if applicable, and immigration/eligible status documents if applicable
Application Process: Search by county, city, affordability, bedroom size, senior/disability housing, or subsidy type; contact each property directly using the listing information; ask about current openings, waitlist status, eligibility, application fees, and required documents
Eligibility: Low-income households seeking affordable housing in Washington; individual property eligibility varies by income limits, household size, age, disability status, subsidy type, and waitlist status
Cost: Free to search; application fees/deposits may vary by property
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Washington State, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website includes Google Translate and text-size options
Important Notes: AptFinder is one of the strongest search tools for Washington affordable/subsidized apartments. Listings are voluntarily posted by owners/managers, so applicants should call properties directly to verify current availability and waitlists.

Spokane Housing Authority

What They Provide: Housing Choice Voucher information, project-based voucher waitlists, affordable housing options, public housing authority programs, applicant portal, waitlist updates
Website: spokanehousing.org
Phone: 509-328-2953
Address: 25 W Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99205
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current lobby/phone hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Depends on program; applications/waitlists may be open or closed
Documents Needed: photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, benefit letters, disability/medical documentation if applicable, immigration/eligible status documents if applicable, landlord/rental history, household information
Application Process: Check current waiting list status online; create/use applicant portal when applying; apply only when waitlists are open; update contact information if already on a waitlist
Eligibility: Low-income households; Housing Choice Voucher eligibility generally depends on income, household size, and program rules
Cost: Free to check waitlist/program information; rent share varies by program
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Whitman counties; useful for Spokane County residents
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: Spokane Housing Authority is the primary local public housing authority resource. The Spokane County Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed according to SHA’s waitlist page, so people should check back regularly for updates and open project-based voucher lists.

Spokane Housing Authority Project-Based Voucher Waitlists

What They Provide: project-based voucher waitlist information, subsidized property-specific waitlists, affordable housing application pathway
Website: spokanehousing.org/housing-choice-vouchers/waiting-lists/project-based-vouchers
Phone: 509-328-2953
Address: 25 W Nora Ave, Spokane, WA 99205
Hours of Operation: Check website anytime; call during SHA business hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required when waitlists are open
Documents Needed: photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, benefit letters, disability documentation if applicable, household information, contact information
Application Process: Visit SHA waiting list page; review which project-based voucher waitlists are open; apply through the SHA portal or listed application process when available
Eligibility: Low-income households meeting program and property-specific criteria; eligibility varies by property and waitlist
Cost: Free to apply/check status unless otherwise stated; rent share varies by program
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County and SHA service region
Languages / Accessibility: Call SHA for interpreter/accessibility support
Important Notes: Project-based vouchers are tied to specific properties, not tenant-selected private rentals. SHA states it maintains multiple separate PBV waiting lists by application date/time.

AffordableHousing.com

What They Provide: affordable rental search, voucher-friendly rental search, apartment listings, rent filters, bedroom filters, application/contact tools
Website: affordablehousing.com/spokane-county-wa
Phone: Online search tool; contact properties/landlords directly through listings
Address: Online search tool
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to search; individual landlords/properties may require applications, screenings, fees, deposits, or waitlists
Documents Needed: None to search; landlords/properties may request photo ID, income verification, voucher paperwork if applicable, rental history, references, background screening information, and deposit/application fee
Application Process: Search Spokane County rentals; filter by rent, bedrooms, amenities, and voucher acceptance when available; contact property/landlord directly and confirm current availability, move-in costs, screening criteria, and whether vouchers are accepted
Eligibility: Anyone searching for affordable rentals; specific rental eligibility depends on landlord/property rules, income, voucher status, screening criteria, and availability
Cost: Free to search; application fees/deposits vary by property
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County and nationwide
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; accessibility/language options may vary
Important Notes: This can be useful for voucher holders and affordable rental searches, but listings should always be verified directly with the landlord/property because availability and fees change quickly.

Affordable Housing Online

What They Provide: low-income apartment search, income-based housing search, subsidized property listings, Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher waitlist updates, senior/disability housing filters
Website: affordablehousingonline.com/housing-search/Washington/Spokane
Phone: Online search tool; contact properties directly from listings
Address: Online search tool
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to search; individual properties may require applications, waitlist placement, eligibility screening, or application fees
Documents Needed: None to search; properties may request photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, benefit letters, disability documentation if applicable, rental history, and household information
Application Process: Search Spokane low-income apartments and waitlist information; open property listings; contact each property directly to verify availability, eligibility, rent, subsidy type, and application process
Eligibility: Low-income renters, seniors, people with disabilities, voucher holders, and households seeking subsidized/affordable housing; eligibility varies by property/program
Cost: Free to search; property application fees/deposits may vary
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane / Spokane County and nationwide
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; individual property accessibility varies
Important Notes: Good supplemental search tool for income-based and subsidized apartments. Affordable Housing Online currently lists 109+ Spokane affordable housing opportunities, but applicants should verify directly with properties before relying on availability or wait times.

SNAP Affordable Housing / Rental Housing Information

What They Provide: SNAP affordable housing information, low-income rental housing application direction, housing counseling/resource direction
Website: snapwa.org/HousingHelp
Phone: Inland Empire Property Management Group for SNAP affordable housing applications: 509-228-3338; SNAP main/housing help: 509-456-7627
Address: SNAP Whistalks Way: 3102 W Whistalks Way, Spokane, WA 99224; SNAP Homeless Services: 124 E Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: SNAP offices generally Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM; closed 12 PM–1 PM; opens at 10:30 AM Thursdays
Appointment / Referral Required: Call first for application and eligibility information
Documents Needed: photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, income verification, benefit letters, rental history, landlord references, background/credit check information, application fee if required
Application Process: Call Inland Empire Property Management Group for SNAP affordable housing application and eligibility information; ask about current openings, waitlists, screening criteria, application fee, and required documents
Eligibility: Low-income renters; eligibility varies by property, income, background/credit screening, household size, and availability
Cost: Application fee may be due before move-in; rent/deposit varies by property
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter/accessibility needs
Important Notes: SNAP states background and credit checks are required for each adult household member and that an application fee is due before move-in. This is affordable housing application direction, not emergency shelter or immediate rental assistance.

Apartments.com Low-Income Housing Search

What They Provide: low-income apartment search, subsidized apartment listings, Section 8 apartment search, rent filters, bedroom filters, availability search
Website: apartments.com/spokane-county-wa/low-income
Phone: Online search tool; contact properties directly from listings
Address: Online search tool
Hours of Operation: Website available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment or referral required to search; individual properties may require applications, screening, fees, deposits, or waitlists
Documents Needed: None to search; properties may request photo ID, income verification, voucher paperwork if applicable, rental history, references, application fee, and background/credit screening information
Application Process: Search Spokane County low-income apartments; filter by rent/location/bedrooms; contact properties directly to confirm affordability, subsidy type, voucher acceptance, current availability, fees, and eligibility
Eligibility: Anyone searching for low-income or subsidized apartments; specific eligibility depends on landlord/property rules, income, voucher status, screening criteria, and availability
Cost: Free to search; application fees/deposits vary by property
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not required
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based; accessibility/language options may vary
Important Notes: Useful as a supplemental search tool, but not all “low-income” listings are truly subsidized or income-based. Verify rent, fees, voucher acceptance, and eligibility directly with each property.



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