In March 2026, DSHS found a former employee improperly viewed internal client data. The agency is notifying all affected individuals whose information might have been viewed.
This page will provide updates on the Spokane Complex fires that started Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, as well as other wildfires throughout Washington state, and the impacts to Department of Social and Health Services facilities, customers and employees.
DSHS Behavioral Health and Treatment Centers, Maple Lane Campus and Steilacoom Unit, have achieved CARF International accreditation, an accomplishm
OLYMPIA - Washington workers and recent retirees can now see their contributions to the WA Cares Fund, a program that expands access to long-term care benefits for all working Washingtonians.
04/02/2026
OLYMPIA, Wash., May 18, 2026 - Washingtonians who have contributed to the WA Cares Fund can begin applying for benefits if they need long-term care.
05/18/2026
Sitting in a circle with 11 other peers, two members of the Spokane Police Department, and one from the Spokane County Sheriff’s Department, a pati
WA Cares Fund pilot offers early access to long-term care benefits
02/05/2026
OLYMPIA - After analysis of recent court rulings, full November food assistance benefits started being released to people in Washington state on Thursday, Nov. 6.
11/07/2025
OLYMPIA - After analysis of recent court rulings, full November food assistance benefits started being released to people in Washington state on Thursday, Nov. 6. As of Friday afternoon, more than 250,000 households have received full November food assistance benefits.