Family Assistance & Support
The Family Assistance and Support Program serves low income Mercer Island residents. Resources include case management and emergency assistance with such basic needs as food, rent and utilities. An Emergency Assistance Fund supported by the community provides limited financial assistance to Mercer island families, and staff help families and individuals in need to access resources and develop longer term plans. A limited food pantry is maintained at our office. During the winter season, the Family Assistance Program coordinates a holiday sponsorship program for approximately 50 families in need.
The Family Assistance Program also administers a scholarship program for the Mercer Island Preschool Association. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to contribute financially to these efforts. Please contact Family Assistance & Employment Coordinator Cheryl Manriquez at (206) 275-7869 for more information.
We can help in the following ways:
- Assess financial difficulties and discuss options
- Find resources to help during a financially tough time
- Locate emotional support
- Access low-cost medical care
- Identify and build your strengths
- Overcome barriers to success
- Refer you to other MIYFS services
Mercer Island Food Pantry
MIYFS has a food pantry at the Luther Burbank Administration Building in Luther Burbank Park. The food pantry is used by many Mercer Island families throughout the year. We depend on the contributions of local churches, families and service clubs to replenish the pantry.
We welcome your non-perishable donations at these locations: 1) The MIYFS office in Luther Burbank Park; 2) Banner Bank on 78th Ave SE. Donations of food are tax deductible. Please ask for a receipt when dropping off donations at the Luther Burbank Building.
Cereal, tuna, peanut butter and jelly, pasta and sauces, school lunch snacks and canned fruit are examples of food most often needed.
Resources
Community Information Line
Referrals for all King County Social Services
(206) 461-3200
Health Care
Community Health Access Program
Low cost and no-cost health insurance for
children, including dental coverage.
(800) 756-5437
DSHS Eastgate Community Service Office
Medical coverage for adults and children.
Food assistance program. Child care subsidies.
Child support services.
(425) 649-4000
Low Cost/Sliding Fee Scale Medical Care
Eastgate Public Health Clinic
(206) 296-4920
Utility Shut-off and Eviction Notices
Hopelink - Bellevue
14812 Main Street, Bellevue WA 98007
(425) 943-7555
The Salvation Army Eastside
911 164th Avenue NE
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 452-7300
East King Catholic Community Services
14044 NE 8th, Bellevue WA 98007
(425) 643-1937
King County Stability Project
(206) 461-3200
How Can I Help Support MIYFS?
MIYFS is supported through a City partnership, community contributions, service contracts and revenue generated by the Mercer Island Thrift Shop. You can support our department in many ways; below are some examples. If you have questions or would like more information about ways you can help, please contact our main office at (206) 275-7611.
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