Help for trafficking survivors in Washington
We've found 7 places in Washington for people leaving trafficking, mostly in Seattle, and 6 that serve the whole state. Our volunteers haven't confirmed these yet, so a quick call ahead is worth it. Most of them help with health & medication (3), mental health & counseling (3) and legal help (3).
What's different in Washington
From $25. Free for people who are homeless and were born and live in Washington, through an agency or homeless service provider.
Misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors committed because you were a victim of sex trafficking, prostitution, sexual assault or domestic violence can be vacated. You need no pending charges except prostitution, no new conviction in the past three years, and restitution paid. A prosecutor can apply for you.
From our guides, where every fact links to its official source.
Places in Washington
Washington 211
Free, confidential, multilingual helpline that connects Washington residents to housing, food, utility help, health care and other local services from a directory of more than 17,000 listings. Dial 211, call the toll-free number, text, or search online.
Northwest Justice Project (CLEAR)
Washington's statewide civil legal aid program for low-income people, covering housing, benefits, family safety, debt and other non-criminal problems. Start by applying online or by phone through the CLEAR intake line.
Washington Connection
The state's online portal for applying for food assistance (Basic Food), cash assistance, child care, long-term care, Medicare Savings Programs and medical coverage for people 65+, blind or disabled. Managed by DSHS; applications can also be renewed and updated here.
Center for Health Statistics (Vital Records)
Issues certified Washington birth, death, marriage and divorce records. Order online through VitalChek, by phone, by mail, or in person in Tumwater by appointment only.
Get an ID Card
Explains how to get a Washington state identification card: book an appointment at a driver licensing office, bring proof of identity, pay the fee and have a photo taken. A temporary ID is issued on the spot and the permanent card arrives by mail in 7–10 days.
Washington Anti-Trafficking Response Network (WARN)
Statewide case management for survivors of sex and labor trafficking since 2004, including rental assistance, mental health counseling, and medical and dental care. Call the Victim Assistance Line; it is not an emergency line.
API Chaya
Seattle-based organization offering free, confidential, culturally relevant support to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, with a focus on Asian, South Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Call the helpline in any language and an interpreter will be arranged.
National lines that work in Washington
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for any mental health or substance use crisis. Available to anyone in any program.
Lifeline free phone program
Free or discounted phone and service for people on Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or low income. Apply online or through a carrier.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
24/7 confidential hotline for survivors of trafficking and people who suspect it. Connects to vetted local services.