The SNAP homeless program provides rural outreach to homeless families:
- singles with children
- couples with children
- couples
Living in:
- City of Spokane Valley
- Cheney
- Airway Heights
- Medical Lake
- Deer Park
The homeless rural team provides SNAP homeless services in the county areas in the form of:
- case management
- housing information, referrals and resources
The team can meet with singles, although there are no housing opportunities available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the outreach team provide energy assistance or utility shut-off assistance?
No, energy assistance appointments are made through the energy assistance line at 242-2376 and utility shut-off appointments are made through SNAP’s Spokane neighborhood offices. Call the SNAP administration office at 456-7111 for the SNAP office nearest you.
Do I still need to go to the East SNAP office to apply for the homeless program?
No, not if you will be meeting with the rural team at one of the rural locations.
Can I receive case management even if I'm not homeless?
Yes. The rural outreach team will be glad to assist individuals or families with referrals and resources.
Links
For more information about homelessness, please contact the Spokane Homeless Coalition www.spokanehomeless.org
Contact Us
Locations and times:
City of Spokane Valley
Spokane Valley Community Center
10814 E. Broadway Ave.
Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Airway Heights Community Center
13120 W. 13th Ave.
Tuesdays 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Medical Lake
Medical Lake High School
by appointment only
Cheney
Eastern Washington University
Monroe Hall, Room 109
Mondays, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Cheney Outreach Center
626 Third St.
by appointment only
Deer Park
The Greenhouse
Zion Lutheran Church
222E. Crawford Rd.
Fridays, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Appointments and walk-ins are welcome at all locations except Medical Lake and Cheney Outreach Center, which require an appointment.
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