Highline School District resources list:

Things to remember:

1. Apply for Unemployment Benefits. This link will take you away from uwkc.org Unemployment benefits are made available through taxes paid by your former employer(s) to partially replace your regular earnings and help you meet expenses while you look for another job. These benefits are intended to assist workers who lost their jobs through no fault of their own and are not based on financial need.

2. Apply for Health Insurance: Washington HealthplanfinderThis link will take you away from uwkc.org In response to the potential growth of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, the Washington Health Benefit Exchange announced a limited-time special enrollment period for qualified individuals who are currently without insurance. This special enrollment period, which runs through April 8, 2020, will allow uninsured individuals 30 days to enroll in health insurance coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder Language assistance and disability accommodations are provided at no cost.

3. See what other benefits you are eligible for through Washington Connection. Washington Connection offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, child care, long-term care, and Medicare Savings Programs.

4. Access transportation help through Orca LIFT. While travel may be limited in the days and weeks to come, we encourage you to see if you are eligible for transportation assistance to help you get to school, work, and anywhere else you need to go. ORCA LIFT is a great resource for eligible King County residents.

5. Call 211 or visit their website If you need help accessing food, social services, or other emergency assistance, 211 is your one-stop shop for community resources. They can help you find community-based programs that are available and you are eligible for.

6. File Your Taxes If you haven’t already filed your taxes – now is the time to do so. You may be eligible for a refund that can help provide a financial cushion. While United Way of King County Free Tax Preparation sites are temporarily closed, we are working on alternate ways to assist filers via phone or online. You may have additional time to file your taxes. The federal government is working on extending the April 15 for some taxpayers to a later time. We will update this information as soon as we have the details.

7. Call your utility companies, credit card companies, and other lenders: Let folks know that you are impacted by the Coronavirus Pandemic. Seattle won’t shut off water and electricity services during this emergency and others may follow their lead. Some creditors have hardship plans to account for when you are going through an emergency. Reach out to your credit card issuer, auto loan provider, or mortgage company to see what options are available to you.

8. Free meals will be provided to students in the region. The lunches will be distributed at various times of the day, including breakfast and lunch hours. Students can pick up the food, but they cannot remain at the school.

WorkSource

Click HERE to learn about WorkSource, a statewide partnership of state, local and nonprofit agencies that provides an array of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Washington.

Unemployment Information

Click HERE to be forwarded to a link to the Unemployment Security Department where you will find information on who qualifies and how to apply.

Call your utility companies, credit card companies, and other lenders

Let them know that you are impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Seattle will NOT shut off water and electricity services during this emergency and others may follow their lead. Some creditors have hardship plans to account for when you are going through an emergency. Reach out to your credit card issuer, auto loan provider, or mortgage company to see what options are available.