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Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology Everyone deserves clean air to breathe and a future that can handle the effects of climate change. To reach these goals, we regulate unhealthy emissions from vehicles, burning, and industrial activities to help protect air quality and reduce greenhouse gases that warm the planet. Air quality Current air quality information, burn bans, and industrial air pollution permits. - Smoke & fire - Vehicle emissions - Business & industry requirements - Air quality targets - Data centers Responding to climate change Learn how we're responding to current and future impacts of climate change in Washington. - Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy - Flood impacts - Protecting coastal communities - Wildfire risks - Water supply impacts - Toxic contamination & cleanup - Ocean acidification - Climate change news signup Climate Commitment Act Establishing a Cap-and-Invest Program to help reduce Washington's greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. - Cap-and-Invest - Overburdened communities - Auction revenue - Ways to engage Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington adopted regulations to help reduce greenhouse gases. - Clean Fuel Standard - Tracking greenhouse gases - Vehicle emissions standards - Hydrofluorocarbons - What you can do - Greenhouse gas standards for power plants Clean Energy Coordination - Overview of Clean Energy Coordination - Regulations & Permits - Research & Data Related links - Air quality permits - Air quality emissions reporting - Agriculture post-burn report (blue card) - Greenhouse gas reporting - Landfill methane emissions reporting Online tools - Washington Air Quality Map – map of current air quality conditions - Mobile apps: Air Quality Washington (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) - Air Permit Search
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Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology Everyone deserves clean air to breathe and a future that can handle the effects of climate change. To reach these goals, we regulate unhealthy emissions from vehicles, burning, and industrial activities to help protect air quality and reduce greenhouse gases that warm the planet. Air quality Current air quality information, burn bans, and industrial air pollution permits. - Smoke & fire - Vehicle emissions - Business & industry requirements - Air quality targets - Data centers Responding to climate change Learn how we're responding to current and future impacts of climate change in Washington. - Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy - Flood impacts - Protecting coastal communities - Wildfire risks - Water supply impacts - Toxic contamination & cleanup - Ocean acidification - Climate change news signup Climate Commitment Act Establishing a Cap-and-Invest Program to help reduce Washington's greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. - Cap-and-Invest - Overburdened communities - Auction revenue - Ways to engage Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington adopted regulations to help reduce greenhouse gases. - Clean Fuel Standard - Tracking greenhouse gases - Vehicle emissions standards - Hydrofluorocarbons - What you can do - Greenhouse gas standards for power plants Clean Energy Coordination - Overview of Clean Energy Coordination - Regulations & Permits - Research & Data Related links - Air quality permits - Air quality emissions reporting - Agriculture post-burn report (blue card) - Greenhouse gas reporting - Landfill methane emissions reporting Online tools - Washington Air Quality Map – map of current air quality conditions - Mobile apps: Air Quality Washington (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) - Air Permit Search
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology Everyone deserves clean air to breathe and a future that can handle the effects of climate change. To reach these goals, we regulate unhealthy emissions from vehicles, burning, and industrial activities to help protect air quality and reduce greenhouse gases that warm the planet. Air quality Current air quality information, burn bans, and industrial air pollution permits. - Smoke & fire - Vehicle emissions - Business & industry requirements - Air quality targets - Data centers Responding to climate change Learn how we're responding to current and future impacts of climate change in Washington. - Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy - Flood impacts - Protecting coastal communities - Wildfire risks - Water supply impacts - Toxic contamination & cleanup - Ocean acidification - Climate change news signup Climate Commitment Act Establishing a Cap-and-Invest Program to help reduce Washington's greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. - Cap-and-Invest - Overburdened communities - Auction revenue - Ways to engage Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington adopted regulations to help reduce greenhouse gases. - Clean Fuel Standard - Tracking greenhouse gases - Vehicle emissions standards - Hydrofluorocarbons - What you can do - Greenhouse gas standards for power plants Clean Energy Coordination - Overview of Clean Energy Coordination - Regulations & Permits - Research & Data Related links - Air quality permits - Air quality emissions reporting - Agriculture post-burn report (blue card) - Greenhouse gas reporting - Landfill methane emissions reporting Online tools - Washington Air Quality Map – map of current air quality conditions - Mobile apps: Air Quality Washington (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) - Air Permit Search
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology Everyone deserves clean air to breathe and a future that can handle the effects of climate change. To reach these goals, we regulate unhealthy emissions from vehicles, burning, and industrial activities to help protect air quality and reduce greenhouse gases that warm the planet. Air quality Current air quality information, burn bans, and industrial air pollution permits. - Smoke & fire - Vehicle emissions - Business & industry requirements - Air quality targets - Data centers Responding to climate change Learn how we're responding to current and future impacts of climate change in Washington. - Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy - Flood impacts - Protecting coastal communities - Wildfire risks - Water supply impacts - Toxic contamination & cleanup - Ocean acidification - Climate change news signup Climate Commitment Act Establishing a Cap-and-Invest Program to help reduce Washington's greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. - Cap-and-Invest - Overburdened communities - Auction revenue - Ways to engage Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington adopted regulations to help reduce greenhouse gases. - Clean Fuel Standard - Tracking greenhouse gases - Vehicle emissions standards - Hydrofluorocarbons - What you can do - Greenhouse gas standards for power plants Clean Energy Coordination - Overview of Clean Energy Coordination - Regulations & Permits - Research & Data Related links - Air quality permits - Air quality emissions reporting - Agriculture post-burn report (blue card) - Greenhouse gas reporting - Landfill methane emissions reporting Online tools - Washington Air Quality Map – map of current air quality conditions - Mobile apps: Air Quality Washington (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) - Air Permit Search
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology
Air & Climate - Washington State Department of Ecology Everyone deserves clean air to breathe and a future that can handle the effects of climate change. To reach these goals, we regulate unhealthy emissions from vehicles, burning, and industrial activities to help protect air quality and reduce greenhouse gases that warm the planet. Air quality Current air quality information, burn bans, and industrial air pollution permits. - Smoke & fire - Vehicle emissions - Business & industry requirements - Air quality targets - Data centers Responding to climate change Learn how we're responding to current and future impacts of climate change in Washington. - Washington's Climate Resilience Strategy - Flood impacts - Protecting coastal communities - Wildfire risks - Water supply impacts - Toxic contamination & cleanup - Ocean acidification - Climate change news signup Climate Commitment Act Establishing a Cap-and-Invest Program to help reduce Washington's greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2050. - Cap-and-Invest - Overburdened communities - Auction revenue - Ways to engage Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington adopted regulations to help reduce greenhouse gases. - Clean Fuel Standard - Tracking greenhouse gases - Vehicle emissions standards - Hydrofluorocarbons - What you can do - Greenhouse gas standards for power plants Clean Energy Coordination - Overview of Clean Energy Coordination - Regulations & Permits - Research & Data Related links - Air quality permits - Air quality emissions reporting - Agriculture post-burn report (blue card) - Greenhouse gas reporting - Landfill methane emissions reporting Online tools - Washington Air Quality Map – map of current air quality conditions - Mobile apps: Air Quality Washington (Apple App Store and Google Play Store) - Air Permit Search
COVID-19 information & resources
COVID-19 This page is being reviewed for updates. The Washington State Department of Health has updated its guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19 or were exposed to COVID-19. This page may have content that is inconsistent with the new guidance. We now know that COVID-19 is here to stay for the foreseeable future. It's important to understand how to live our lives while keeping ourselves, loved ones and community as safe as possible. How can we do that? By using all the tools we've learned so far: staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, getting tested and staying home if sick or exposed, wearing a mask in crowds, and keeping our distance. Take Action, Take Care Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines Updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines are the number one defense against infection and serious illness. Know when to test Reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by testing if you feel sick, attending a gathering, or been exposed to COVID-19. Wear a mask Wearing a mask is proven to slow the spread of COVID-19 and are still required in some settings. If You Have COVID-19 Now Check the latest guidelines Stay home and away from others, and follow the latest isolation guidelines. Get treatment Contact your health care provider to explore your treatment options. Telehealth is also available to those who qualify. Get recovery support with Care Connect Get meal and medication delivery, childcare, and other services while recovering from COVID-19. Learn about long COVID People with COVID-19 can have symptoms that last weeks to years after infection.
Report an environmental issue
Report an environmental issue You can help protect the environment by telling us if you see a problem that is causing pollution. We respond to issues that pollute and damage land, air, and water. The sooner we know, the sooner we can take action. For life threatening emergencies, call 911. What to report Please report anything that may be polluting land, air, or water. When in doubt, contact us. The Environmental Report Tracking System (ERTS) is our initial intake database for environmental issues reported by the public, business, and other local, state and federal agencies. Issues we want to know about: - Spilled oil or other hazardous material - Hazardous waste dumping - Illegal water use - Polluted, oily, muddy, or murky water (high turbidity) - Illegal burning and smoke Give the following information, if known: - What is the environmental issue? - What is the location? - When did it happen? - Who is responsible? How to report Report an environmental issue to the region office in the county where the problem is located. Use any of the following options: - Online (in English only) - By email or phone (contact us) - In-person at one of our offices You can report in your preferred language by calling, emailing, or visiting in person. Translation and interpretation services are available at no cost. If you need an interpreter, please ask for one. We review reports during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The region's ERTS Coordinator will enter the information into the database and send it to the appropriate program or another agency responsible for responding to the issue. If you want to remain anonymous: Do not provide your contact information. Make sure to give as many details about the issue as you can. Call the region office during business hours to speak to us if you want to get an update. Contact your region office Central Region (includes Okanogan County): Counties: Benton, Chelan, Douglas, Kittitas, Klickitat, Okanogan, and Yakima Online: Statewide reporting form Email: [email protected] Phone: 509-575-2490 Multiple reporting languages available including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Russian, and Ukrainian.
Reducing & recycling waste
Reducing & recycling waste - Washington State Department of Ecology We oversee recycling programs for electronics and mercury-containing lights, and support programs to reduce or reuse food waste and other organic materials. We also work with local governments and businesses to build a more effective and efficient recycling system. Read the Waste in Washington online report Find recycling services in your area Learn about the plastic bag ban How to recycle Information you need to Recycle Right, to find recycling services, and to tell what you can recycle. Recycling locations @ 1-800-RECYCLE Our recycling programs Our recycling programs focused on product stewardship. - Battery stewardship - Electronics: E-Cycle Washington - Mercury lights: LightRecycle - Recycling Reform Act - Paint stewardship: Paint Care Washington - Solar panels Organics & food waste We work to use organic materials to improve soil, produce energy, and reduce waste. - Organics Management Law - Sustainable Food Center - Composting - Anaerobic digesters Plastics Reduce the use of plastics, and recycle plastics - Compostable product labeling requirements - 2021 plastics law - Plastic bag ban - Plastics study - Docks and blocks - Mini toiletries in lodgings law Biosolids Biosolids are an important source of soil nutrients for farmers and land managers. - Learn about biosolids - PFAS in biosolids sampling law Program contacts Strategic policy & planning Solid waste and recycling policies and plans for businesses and agencies. - Contamination reduction - Enacting legislation - Waste reduction Our programs focused on reducing waste at all points of the product life cycle. - Recycling Market Development Center Waste container colors Washington adopted a color-code for waste containers and lids in 2025.
Water & Shorelines
Water & Shorelines - Washington State Department of Ecology We improve and protect water quality, manage and conserve water resources, and effectively manage coastal and inland shorelines to assure our state has sufficient supplies of clean water for communities and the natural environment. Washington's Water Future: We're bringing communities together to find local solutions to our state's water supply challenges. Water Quality services include: water quality assessment, cleanups, wastewater management, runoff control, Puget Sound monitoring, water quality standards, water quality grants and loans, water improvement, water quality permits, nonpoint pollution management, wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, groundwater management, and freshwater protection. Water Supply services include: water resource management, water availability assessment, water rights administration, streamflow restoration, wells management, dam operations, water supply projects in Eastern Washington, stream flow protection, and water recovery solutions. Water Monitoring & Research: The department monitors water conditions and habitats in rivers, lakes, groundwater, Puget Sound, and the ocean, including swimming safety assessment. Shoreline & Coasts: The department partners to preserve and protect shorelines and oceans while supporting community needs, including management of Padilla Bay Reserve, shoreline management, hazards resilience, ocean management, coastal zone management, coastal research and engineering, and aquaculture. Wetlands: The department protects, restores, and manages wetlands due to their key role in watershed health, including regulations, mitigation, tools and resources, and educational resources. Online tools and resources available include: Dam operation and maintenance guidance, Municipal Water Law information, 401 Water quality certification, Stormwater general permits, Beach monitoring, Water rights search, Water Quality Atlas map tool, Well search and reporting, and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Register.
Raising Healthy Infants, Children, and Teens
Raising Healthy Infants, Children, and Teens: Information and Resources for Families and Professionals Family Resources and Links: - Child Care Aware of Washington: Find quality child care in your community - Immunizations: Information to make educated choices about immunizations to protect your and your family's health - Learn the Signs. Act Early: Track your child's development and act early if you have a concern - Local Health Departments: For help finding local resources and childcare health consultant - Parent Help 123: Find services in your community, apply for health insurance, food assistance and more - Parent Trust: Parenting classes and support - Protect Kids from Toxic Chemicals: Prevent lead poisoning, keep indoor air healthy, reduce toxics in food and water and more - Positive Parenting Tips: Learn about your child's development, positive parenting, safety, and health at each stage of your child's life - Safe to Sleep: Learn how to help your baby sleep safely and reduce your baby's risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death - Text4Baby: Free text messaging service for pregnant women and new moms - Washington State Immunization Information System: Lifetime immunization record - Watch Me Grow Washington - WIC Nutrition Program: Nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers and young children - Vroom: Science based tips and tools to help parents and caregivers give children a great start in life Resources from Partner Agencies: - Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction - Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families For Professionals and Providers: Health Promotion Publications and Reports: - Disabilities and Special Healthcare Needs Publications - Infant Mortality Reduction Report (PDF) - Pregnancy, Infants and Children Publications Resources and Information for Professionals and Providers: - Bright Futures Guidelines for Health Supervision of Infants, Children, and Adolescents, 4th Edition - Healthy Child Care (American Academy of Pediatrics) - Help Me Grow WA: resource and referral linkage system - National Maternal Child Oral Health Resource Center - National Resource Center for Child Care and Early Education - Newborn Screening - Oral Health Promotion Materials - Parents and Families - Services and Resources - Reach Out and Read Washington: Works with medical clinics to promote early childhood literacy - Start Early Washington: Early learning programs and support - Strengthening Families: Washington Department of Children, Youth & Families program whose main focus is helping families become stronger - Zero To Three: Infant and Toddler development
How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect
How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect Offices within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. Reports are assessed to determine whether the concern or allegation meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is. Find your local intake number to report abuse or neglect. Use the map below to find your region. For holidays, evenings, and weekends, call 866-363-4276 Region 1: 1-800-557-9671 Region 2: 1-855-420-5888 Region 3: 1-866-829-2153 Region 4: 1-800-609-8764 Region 5: 1-888-713-6115 Region 6: 1-866-764-2233 Questions you'll be asked when you call: - The child or youth's full legal name, address, and date of birth - The name and address of the child or youth's parent, guardian or other person with custody - The nature and level of the abuse or neglect - Any evidence of previous incidents - Any other information helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator You do not need to have all this information when you call to make a report. But, the more accurate information, the better prepared the offices will be to assess the child's safety. Reporting Abuse or Neglect Using a Relay Service: If you are D/deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and wish to report suspected child abuse or neglect, you can use a Relay Service (such as 711 or 1-800-833-6384) to connect with the intake line at 866-363-4276. DCYF is committed to providing language access. We answer both Washington Relay and VRS calls.
Foster Parenting & Kinship Care
Foster Parenting & Kinship Care The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families offers support and resources for foster parents and kinship caregivers. Recent News Items: - Providing Continued Support for LGBTQIA+ Children and Youth (March 5, 2026) - Former Spokane Foster Youth Pursues Career in Social Work (March 5, 2026) - Updates Regarding Monthly Caregiver Payments (March 5, 2026) - Maximize Your Benefits with Apple Health Core Connections (March 5, 2026) Ready to Become a Foster Parent? Fill out the foster parent inquiry form or call 888-KIDS-414 Participate in an info session Looking for Resources or Support? Visit our Support and Resources page Topics Covered: - Housing and Basic Needs - Foster parent inquiry and information sessions - Email subscription service for foster parents and caregivers - Social media engagement via Facebook, Nextdoor, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram
Report an environmental issue
Report an environmental issue You can help protect the environment by telling us if you see a problem that is causing pollution. We respond to issues that pollute and damage land, air, and water. The sooner we know, the sooner we can take action. For life threatening emergencies, call 911. What to report Please report anything that may be polluting land, air, or water. When in doubt, contact us. The Environmental Report Tracking System (ERTS) is our initial intake database for environmental issues reported by the public, business, and other local, state and federal agencies. Issues we want to know about: - Spilled oil or other hazardous material - Hazardous waste dumping - Illegal water use - Polluted, oily, muddy, or murky water (high turbidity) - Illegal burning and smoke Give the following information, if known: - What is the environmental issue? - What is the location? - When did it happen? - Who is responsible? How to report Report an environmental issue to the region office in the county where the problem is located. Use any of the following options: - Online (in English only) - By email or phone (contact us) - In-person at one of our offices You can report in your preferred language by calling, emailing, or visiting in person. Translation and interpretation services are available at no cost. If you need an interpreter, please ask for one. We review reports during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The region's ERTS Coordinator will enter the information into the database and send it to the appropriate program or another agency responsible for responding to the issue. If you want to remain anonymous: Do not provide your contact information. Make sure to give as many details about the issue as you can. Call the region office during business hours to speak to us if you want to get an update. Contact your region office Central Region (includes Okanogan County): Counties: Benton, Chelan, Douglas, Kittitas, Klickitat, Okanogan, and Yakima Online: Statewide reporting form Email: [email protected] Phone: 509-575-2490 Multiple reporting languages available including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Russian, and Ukrainian.
COVID-19 information & resources
COVID-19 This page is being reviewed for updates. The Washington State Department of Health has updated its guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19 or were exposed to COVID-19. This page may have content that is inconsistent with the new guidance. We now know that COVID-19 is here to stay for the foreseeable future. It's important to understand how to live our lives while keeping ourselves, loved ones and community as safe as possible. How can we do that? By using all the tools we've learned so far: staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, getting tested and staying home if sick or exposed, wearing a mask in crowds, and keeping our distance. Take Action, Take Care Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines Updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines are the number one defense against infection and serious illness. Know when to test Reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by testing if you feel sick, attending a gathering, or been exposed to COVID-19. Wear a mask Wearing a mask is proven to slow the spread of COVID-19 and are still required in some settings. If You Have COVID-19 Now Check the latest guidelines Stay home and away from others, and follow the latest isolation guidelines. Get treatment Contact your health care provider to explore your treatment options. Telehealth is also available to those who qualify. Get recovery support with Care Connect Get meal and medication delivery, childcare, and other services while recovering from COVID-19. Learn about long COVID People with COVID-19 can have symptoms that last weeks to years after infection.
Water & Shorelines
Water & Shorelines - Washington State Department of Ecology We improve and protect water quality, manage and conserve water resources, and effectively manage coastal and inland shorelines to assure our state has sufficient supplies of clean water for communities and the natural environment. Washington's Water Future: We're bringing communities together to find local solutions to our state's water supply challenges. Water Quality services include: water quality assessment, cleanups, wastewater management, runoff control, Puget Sound monitoring, water quality standards, water quality grants and loans, water improvement, water quality permits, nonpoint pollution management, wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, groundwater management, and freshwater protection. Water Supply services include: water resource management, water availability assessment, water rights administration, streamflow restoration, wells management, dam operations, water supply projects in Eastern Washington, stream flow protection, and water recovery solutions. Water Monitoring & Research: The department monitors water conditions and habitats in rivers, lakes, groundwater, Puget Sound, and the ocean, including swimming safety assessment. Shoreline & Coasts: The department partners to preserve and protect shorelines and oceans while supporting community needs, including management of Padilla Bay Reserve, shoreline management, hazards resilience, ocean management, coastal zone management, coastal research and engineering, and aquaculture. Wetlands: The department protects, restores, and manages wetlands due to their key role in watershed health, including regulations, mitigation, tools and resources, and educational resources. Online tools and resources available include: Dam operation and maintenance guidance, Municipal Water Law information, 401 Water quality certification, Stormwater general permits, Beach monitoring, Water rights search, Water Quality Atlas map tool, Well search and reporting, and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Register.
Reducing & recycling waste
Reducing & recycling waste - Washington State Department of Ecology We oversee recycling programs for electronics and mercury-containing lights, and support programs to reduce or reuse food waste and other organic materials. We also work with local governments and businesses to build a more effective and efficient recycling system. Read the Waste in Washington online report Find recycling services in your area Learn about the plastic bag ban How to recycle Information you need to Recycle Right, to find recycling services, and to tell what you can recycle. Recycling locations @ 1-800-RECYCLE Our recycling programs Our recycling programs focused on product stewardship. - Battery stewardship - Electronics: E-Cycle Washington - Mercury lights: LightRecycle - Recycling Reform Act - Paint stewardship: Paint Care Washington - Solar panels Organics & food waste We work to use organic materials to improve soil, produce energy, and reduce waste. - Organics Management Law - Sustainable Food Center - Composting - Anaerobic digesters Plastics Reduce the use of plastics, and recycle plastics - Compostable product labeling requirements - 2021 plastics law - Plastic bag ban - Plastics study - Docks and blocks - Mini toiletries in lodgings law Biosolids Biosolids are an important source of soil nutrients for farmers and land managers. - Learn about biosolids - PFAS in biosolids sampling law Program contacts Strategic policy & planning Solid waste and recycling policies and plans for businesses and agencies. - Contamination reduction - Enacting legislation - Waste reduction Our programs focused on reducing waste at all points of the product life cycle. - Recycling Market Development Center Waste container colors Washington adopted a color-code for waste containers and lids in 2025.
Raising Healthy Infants, Children, and Teens
Raising Healthy Infants, Children, and Teens: Information and Resources for Families and Professionals Family Resources and Links: - Child Care Aware of Washington: Find quality child care in your community - Immunizations: Information to make educated choices about immunizations to protect your and your family's health - Learn the Signs. Act Early: Track your child's development and act early if you have a concern - Local Health Departments: For help finding local resources and childcare health consultant - Parent Help 123: Find services in your community, apply for health insurance, food assistance and more - Parent Trust: Parenting classes and support - Protect Kids from Toxic Chemicals: Prevent lead poisoning, keep indoor air healthy, reduce toxics in food and water and more - Positive Parenting Tips: Learn about your child's development, positive parenting, safety, and health at each stage of your child's life - Safe to Sleep: Learn how to help your baby sleep safely and reduce your baby's risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death - Text4Baby: Free text messaging service for pregnant women and new moms - Washington State Immunization Information System: Lifetime immunization record - Watch Me Grow Washington - WIC Nutrition Program: Nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers and young children - Vroom: Science based tips and tools to help parents and caregivers give children a great start in life Resources from Partner Agencies: - Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction - Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families For Professionals and Providers: Health Promotion Publications and Reports: - Disabilities and Special Healthcare Needs Publications - Infant Mortality Reduction Report (PDF) - Pregnancy, Infants and Children Publications Resources and Information for Professionals and Providers: - Bright Futures Guidelines for Health Supervision of Infants, Children, and Adolescents, 4th Edition - Healthy Child Care (American Academy of Pediatrics) - Help Me Grow WA: resource and referral linkage system - National Maternal Child Oral Health Resource Center - National Resource Center for Child Care and Early Education - Newborn Screening - Oral Health Promotion Materials - Parents and Families - Services and Resources - Reach Out and Read Washington: Works with medical clinics to promote early childhood literacy - Start Early Washington: Early learning programs and support - Strengthening Families: Washington Department of Children, Youth & Families program whose main focus is helping families become stronger - Zero To Three: Infant and Toddler development
How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect
How to Report Child Abuse or Neglect Offices within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. Reports are assessed to determine whether the concern or allegation meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect and how dangerous the situation is. Find your local intake number to report abuse or neglect. Use the map below to find your region. For holidays, evenings, and weekends, call 866-363-4276 Region 1: 1-800-557-9671 Region 2: 1-855-420-5888 Region 3: 1-866-829-2153 Region 4: 1-800-609-8764 Region 5: 1-888-713-6115 Region 6: 1-866-764-2233 Questions you'll be asked when you call: - The child or youth's full legal name, address, and date of birth - The name and address of the child or youth's parent, guardian or other person with custody - The nature and level of the abuse or neglect - Any evidence of previous incidents - Any other information helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator You do not need to have all this information when you call to make a report. But, the more accurate information, the better prepared the offices will be to assess the child's safety. Reporting Abuse or Neglect Using a Relay Service: If you are D/deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and wish to report suspected child abuse or neglect, you can use a Relay Service (such as 711 or 1-800-833-6384) to connect with the intake line at 866-363-4276. DCYF is committed to providing language access. We answer both Washington Relay and VRS calls.
Foster Parenting & Kinship Care
Foster Parenting & Kinship Care The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families offers support and resources for foster parents and kinship caregivers. Recent News Items: - Providing Continued Support for LGBTQIA+ Children and Youth (March 5, 2026) - Former Spokane Foster Youth Pursues Career in Social Work (March 5, 2026) - Updates Regarding Monthly Caregiver Payments (March 5, 2026) - Maximize Your Benefits with Apple Health Core Connections (March 5, 2026) Ready to Become a Foster Parent? Fill out the foster parent inquiry form or call 888-KIDS-414 Participate in an info session Looking for Resources or Support? Visit our Support and Resources page Topics Covered: - Housing and Basic Needs - Foster parent inquiry and information sessions - Email subscription service for foster parents and caregivers - Social media engagement via Facebook, Nextdoor, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram
COVID-19 information & resources
COVID-19 This page is being reviewed for updates. The Washington State Department of Health has updated its guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19 or were exposed to COVID-19. This page may have content that is inconsistent with the new guidance. We now know that COVID-19 is here to stay for the foreseeable future. It's important to understand how to live our lives while keeping ourselves, loved ones and community as safe as possible. How can we do that? By using all the tools we've learned so far: staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, getting tested and staying home if sick or exposed, wearing a mask in crowds, and keeping our distance. Take Action, Take Care Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines Updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines are the number one defense against infection and serious illness. Know when to test Reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by testing if you feel sick, attending a gathering, or been exposed to COVID-19. Wear a mask Wearing a mask is proven to slow the spread of COVID-19 and are still required in some settings. If You Have COVID-19 Now Check the latest guidelines Stay home and away from others, and follow the latest isolation guidelines. Get treatment Contact your health care provider to explore your treatment options. Telehealth is also available to those who qualify. Get recovery support with Care Connect Get meal and medication delivery, childcare, and other services while recovering from COVID-19. Learn about long COVID People with COVID-19 can have symptoms that last weeks to years after infection.
COVID-19 information & resources
COVID-19 This page is being reviewed for updates. The Washington State Department of Health has updated its guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19 or were exposed to COVID-19. This page may have content that is inconsistent with the new guidance. We now know that COVID-19 is here to stay for the foreseeable future. It's important to understand how to live our lives while keeping ourselves, loved ones and community as safe as possible. How can we do that? By using all the tools we've learned so far: staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, getting tested and staying home if sick or exposed, wearing a mask in crowds, and keeping our distance. Take Action, Take Care Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines Updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines are the number one defense against infection and serious illness. Know when to test Reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by testing if you feel sick, attending a gathering, or been exposed to COVID-19. Wear a mask Wearing a mask is proven to slow the spread of COVID-19 and are still required in some settings. If You Have COVID-19 Now Check the latest guidelines Stay home and away from others, and follow the latest isolation guidelines. Get treatment Contact your health care provider to explore your treatment options. Telehealth is also available to those who qualify. Get recovery support with Care Connect Get meal and medication delivery, childcare, and other services while recovering from COVID-19. Learn about long COVID People with COVID-19 can have symptoms that last weeks to years after infection.
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