Resources in the Community

At Clover Park Technical College, we're committed to ensuring every student has access to essential resources for success. Our dedicated Community Resource Manager, Timothy Guntle, provides personalized support by connecting students with vital community services, offering direct referrals, and helping navigate available assistance programs.

Let us help you find the support you need.

NOTE: Community resource information is provided for referral purposes. Program eligibility, funding, operating hours, and service availability may change. Students should contact the listed provider directly to confirm current availability.

Last Reviewed: July 2026

Resources & Services Accordion Links

Basic Needs

Find cash, food, baby supplies, and clothing assistance through local benefits programs and food banks.

Campus Resources

Information on funding, student spaces, disability resources, and more.

Child/Youth/Teen Services

Programs and support specifically for younger community members.

Crisis Resources & Services

Immediate help lines, hotlines, and on-call support options.

Employment

Job listings, career fairs, and resume-building workshops.

Health, Wellness & Well-Being

Mental health counseling, medical insurance info, and free/low-cost clinics.

Housing/Shelter Services

Find emergency shelters, affordable housing applications, and rent aid.

Immigration & Refugee Services

Legal aid, refugee services, and citizenship assistance.

2SLGBTQIA+ Resources & Services

Support groups, counseling, and dedicated hotlines for queer and trans community members.

Transportation

Bus passes, ride-share options, and accessible transit information.

Veterans Services

Benefits support, peer meetups, crisis hotlines, and mental health care for veterans.

Contact Information:

Timothy Guntle, Community Resource Manager
Timothy.Guntle@cptc.edu
253-589-5503
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WASHINGTON 211

For comprehensive resource information, access Washington 211 - the state's most current database of community services. Whether you need housing assistance, food support, or other basic needs services, call 211.

FINDHELP

Findhelp.org is a comprehensive online directory that connects people with free or reduced-cost social care programs and services in their local communities, such as food assistance, housing support, and healthcare.

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