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The Clark County Department of Community Services works with other agencies, jurisdictions, and the people of Clark County to plan and manage social services and to achieve a safe and healthy community. Most services are contracted to agencies providing direct services throughout Clark County.
Interview with the Director
Vanessa Gaston, director of the Department of Community Services, was recently interviewed by host Ken Ackerman for a Comcast News Makers segment. (WMV 5 min).
Alcohol & Drug Treatment
The Clark County Alcohol & Drug program contracts with various agencies in the community to provide treatment and treatment-related services for low-income and indigent Clark County residents.
Methamphetamine
Expert panelists discuss the impact of methamphetamine abuse in Clark County with the Board of Clark County Commissioners. Work session on Methamphetamine - August 2005 (WMV 2hrs, 49min).
Center for Community Health
The $38 million Center for Community Health provides, under one roof, convenient access to enhanced social and health services for regional veterans and other community members.
Community Development Block Grant & HOME Investment Partnership
Clark County's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership (HOME) programs fund projects that develop or improve affordable housing, infrastructure, and public facilities.
Community Action
The Clark County Community Action Program is a key provider for emergency needs and essential services including emergency shelter.
Developmental Disabilities
The Developmental Disabilities program plans, funds, and manages local day program services for children and adults who have developmental disabilities.
Housing Preservation & Weatherization
The Housing Preservation Programs support state and federal goals of assisting low-income households with home maintenance repairs and modifications for increased energy-efficiency.
Mental Health
The Clark County Regional Support Network (CCRSN) coordinates public mental health services for people with mental illness who meet Medicaid eligibility guidelines.
Crisis Services
Clark County Crisis Line: (360) 696-9560 or (800) 626-8137, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additional mental health crisis services are available.
Veterans
The Clark County Veterans Relief Fund provides emergency relief for the area's veterans.
Youth Program
In Clark County, many youth lack building blocks that are critical for healthy growth and development. The Department of Community Services is involved in planning and managing youth services that operate under a strength-based, youth-driven system of care.
Request for public records
To request public records involving Community Services, contact Ron Curtin (360) 397-2130 ext. 7840, ron.curtin@clark.wa.gov.
