Role: outpatient behavioral-health, substance-use, youth, medication-management, and other services; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: OBHC lists ProviderOne/insurance and sliding-fee options—confirm plan, fee, eligibility, and openings; emergency limit: scheduled services are not a crisis response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare — Ongoing Services
OBHC describes mental-health, substance-use, youth, medication-management, and other services. Ask about current intake, provider fit, insurance or ProviderOne coverage, sliding-fee documentation, and wait times. For crisis support use the separate 24/7 crisis line; for immediate danger call 911.
Role: primary medical care, dental, pharmacy, and other community health services; geography: Omak, serving the region; cost/eligibility: confirm service availability, insurance, reduced-fee eligibility, and current charges; emergency limit: outpatient campus, not an emergency department | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Family Health Centers — Omak Clinic and Pharmacy
Family Health Centers lists its Omak campus at 1003 Koala Drive, Omak, WA 98841, with medical hours Monday–Friday and posted weekday walk-in hours. Call 1-800-660-2129 before traveling to confirm current hours, the service you need, insurance, and reduced-fee options. Call 911 for emergencies.
Role: county public-health, child-and-family, and community health information; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: ask which programs serve your household and whether fees or eligibility apply; emergency limit: not a medical clinic or emergency response service | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Public Health — Community and Family Health
Okanogan County Public Health describes community and child-and-family health services. Its Okanogan office is at 1240 S. 2nd Avenue; call 509-422-7140 to confirm program fit, current office days, and appointment needs before visiting. For urgent medical symptoms call 911.
Role: nonprofit access point for food, housing, energy, veterans, and other poverty-related supports; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: programs have different funding, eligibility, and intake rules—confirm directly; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or guaranteed shelter | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Community Action Council (OCCAC)
OCCAC's current contact page lists its Okanogan office at 424 2nd Avenue South, Okanogan, WA 98840, Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., closed daily 12:30–1:30. The page says the Omak office is permanently closed. Call first to ask which program can help and what documents or appointment are needed.
Role: possible eviction-prevention and move-in-cost assistance; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: nonpayment, income, funding, and documents affect eligibility—call for an appointment; emergency limit: not same-day shelter or guaranteed rent payment | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCCAC Rental Assistance
OCCAC says it may be able to assist a household with an eviction notice for nonpayment and lists help with move-in costs when an intent-to-rent form is completed. Call 509-422-4041 before traveling; ask about current funding, eligibility, required photo ID, lease or notice, and proof of income.
Role: food-access and federal TEFAP pantry information; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: pantry rules, hours, and food stock vary—ask OCCAC before travel; emergency limit: not a crisis or emergency-response service | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCCAC Food Programs
OCCAC describes food programs and directs people to local pantry sites. Its main office is in Okanogan; call 509-422-4041 to confirm the nearest open distribution, documentation, eligibility, and current food availability before making a trip.
Role: intake information for current energy or utility-support programs; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: program year, income rules, funding, and intake dates change—confirm directly; emergency limit: not a utility emergency line or guaranteed bill payment | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCCAC Energy and Utility Assistance
OCCAC's energy page describes possible utility assistance, but its scheduling details can become outdated. Call 509-422-4041 for current program-year eligibility, funding, application steps, and required documents; do not rely on older appointment dates or benefit amounts.
Role: affordable multifamily rental housing; geography: Okanogan; cost/eligibility: household criteria, rent, vacancy, and application status must be confirmed with management; emergency limit: not emergency shelter or a guaranteed placement | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Caribou Trail Affordable Apartments
The Housing Authority of Okanogan County describes Caribou Trail as a 24-unit community with one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments at 1125 5th Avenue South, Okanogan, WA 98840. Call 509-422-3721 to ask about current openings, eligibility, rent, accessibility, and application steps; a website listing does not guarantee availability.
Role: county housing-authority rental-assistance and wait-list updates; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: each voucher has separate income, age, disability, and wait-list rules—check current status; emergency limit: not immediate housing or a guaranteed voucher | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Housing Authority Voucher and Wait-List Information
The Housing Authority posts program and wait-list information online. Openings and eligibility can change; review the current notice and call 509-422-3721 before applying to confirm the list is open, which documents are needed, and how accommodations can be requested.
Role: state benefits and community-services office, including food and cash assistance; geography: Omak office serving Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: benefits depend on program and household rules; confirm documents and office service before visiting; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Washington DSHS Okanogan County Community Services Office
Washington DSHS lists the Okanogan County Community Services Office at 130 Main Street South, Omak, WA 98841, and a statewide service number, 877-501-2233. Call or use Washington Connection to ask about current Basic Food, cash, and other applications, required documents, and office service.
Role: Washington State online screening and application portal for public benefits; geography: statewide, including Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: each benefit has its own rules and documentation; emergency limit: online applications do not provide emergency response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Washington Connection — Benefits Applications
Washington Connection lets households screen for and apply for state benefits online. Program eligibility and processing times vary; use the portal or call DSHS at 877-501-2233 if you need help identifying documents or next steps. For urgent danger call 911.
Role: local door-to-door and intercity public transportation; geography: multiple Okanogan County communities; cost/eligibility: routes, fares, pickup area, and accessible vehicle need confirmation; call at least 24 hours ahead for many rides; emergency limit: not emergency transport | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Transportation & Nutrition — Rides
OCTN lists door-to-door service in the Omak/Okanogan area and other county communities, plus intercity routes. Call dispatch at 509-826-4391 or 800-635-4391 at least 24 hours ahead to confirm the exact trip, fare, pickup, accessibility, and current schedule.
Role: community meals at county nutrition sites; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: adults 60+ may attend with a suggested $5 donation; people under 60 pay the posted full meal fee—confirm site times; emergency limit: not emergency food response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCTN Senior Congregate Meals
OCTN says no reservation is required for Okanogan County meal sites, but callers should confirm the nearest site and serving time. Adults 60 and over may attend for a suggested donation; the page lists a $12 fee for attendees under 60. Menus, funding, and site details can change.
Role: home-delivered meals for eligible homebound older adults; geography: Okanogan County communities served by OCTN; cost/eligibility: generally adults 60+ who are homebound, with other household members only when funding allows; emergency limit: not emergency food delivery | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCTN Home-Delivered Meals
OCTN lists home-delivered meals for people 60 and older who are homebound in served areas, for a suggested donation. When funding allows, a spouse, unpaid caregiver, or disabled household member may also qualify. Call 509-826-7979 to ask about assessment, current coverage, and delivery availability.
Role: public library access to computers, internet, printing, and library services; geography: Okanogan; cost/eligibility: some services require a library card or may have use limits—confirm current details; emergency limit: not emergency communication or response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan Public Library — NCW Libraries
NCW Libraries lists the Okanogan Public Library at 228 Pine Street, Okanogan, with public computers, Wi-Fi, and other services. Check the library's current hours and ask about printing limits or card eligibility before visiting. Library services are not emergency communications.
Role: non-emergency county-wide and city/town notification sign-up; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: text enrollment is available—message/data charges may apply; emergency limit: alerts do not replace 911 or direct instructions from responders | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Alerts
Okanogan County Emergency Management says to text OKCOUNTY to 888777 for county-wide non-emergency notifications, or text a town's ZIP code to receive city/town alerts. Sign-up and delivery depend on the phone carrier; call 911 for an emergency.
Role: public preparedness information for wildfire, fire, and smoke; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: public guidance; ask local sites about current mask availability; emergency limit: for an active emergency follow responder instructions and call 911 when needed | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Wildfire, Fire, and Smoke Readiness
The County's wildfire and smoke page gathers preparation information for changing local conditions. It has listed public N95-mask distribution at libraries and city halls; call ahead to confirm stock and location, and check current fire and air-quality information before travel.
Role: county waste disposal and recycling facility information; geography: Central Landfill near Okanogan; cost/eligibility: rates, accepted material, and seasonal hours change—check the current schedule or call; emergency limit: not a cleanup, hauling, or emergency service | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Central Landfill and Recycling
The County lists its main solid-waste facility at 241 B&O North Road, Okanogan, WA 98840, phone 509-422-2602. The posted seasonal schedule changes, the landfill cell closes before the facility, and accepted items or disposal rates may differ. Confirm before loading or traveling.
Role: county information and regulatory contact for environmental health, septic, solid waste, and related public-health issues; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: ask which program and fees apply; emergency limit: not a cleanup contractor, crisis line, or emergency responder | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan County Environmental Health
For a question about county environmental-health rules, septic, drinking water, or a public-health concern, call Okanogan County Public Health at 509-422-7140 and ask which office handles it. Confirm current office hours before visiting. This department does not provide a household cleanout service.
Role: city utility and public-works information for streets, water, and sewer; geography: City of Okanogan only; cost/eligibility: service area, deposits, connection charges, and rates depend on the property—confirm directly; emergency limit: not countywide service or emergency dispatch | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
City of Okanogan Public Works
The City describes Public Works responsibilities and provides city utility information. Call 509-422-3600 to ask whether a property is inside city service limits and what current service or application rules apply. Residents outside city limits should contact their own municipality or utility provider.
Role: limited pet spay/neuter and community-cat programs; geography: Okanogan County; cost/eligibility: some named programs are free, while reduced-fee pet services require low-income qualification—confirm which program fits; emergency limit: not an animal emergency clinic or general shelter guarantee | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Okanogan Regional Humane — Pet Spay and Neuter Programs
Okanogan Regional Humane lists certain no-income-qualification programs and lower-cost spay/neuter for qualifying Okanogan County households under its stated income limits. The programs are different, and appointment slots may be limited. Call 509-422-9960 to confirm eligibility, cost, and service before relying on it.
Role: statewide civil legal-help screening and referral information; geography: Washington outside King County; cost/eligibility: low-income screening and case type determine available help; confirm directly; emergency limit: not legal advice or emergency response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
Washington Courts — Civil Legal Help and CLEAR
Washington Courts lists CLEAR phone screening for qualifying low-income residents outside King County at 888-201-1014 on weekdays during posted hours. Call to ask whether your issue and household qualify and what documents to prepare. A referral is not a guarantee of representation.
Role: nonprofit veterans-service connection and benefit navigation; geography: Okanogan County, now served from the Okanogan office; cost/eligibility: ask about veteran status, current programs, funding, and required records; emergency limit: not emergency housing or crisis response | Independently listed resources are not endorsements; confirm current details directly, including access, cost, eligibility, hours, safe contact options, and consent.
OCCAC Veterans Services
OCCAC says its Veterans Services have moved back to the Okanogan office. Call 509-422-4041 to confirm what current navigation is offered, where to meet, and what eligibility or documents apply. The former Omak office is permanently closed.