We are the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services DSHS

Our Vision People find human services to shape their own lives. We strive for this through priorities such as:

Our DSHS Values

Welcome all with access and inclusion. Serve with respect and dignity. Collaborate with community. Improve services continually. Communicate with clarity and choices.

People find human services to shape their own lives. Building economic justice. Making modern changes to behavioral health. Advancing person-centered services. Serving people in their community of choice. Innovating technology.

Visit our website at www.dshs.wa.gov to learn more.