***Note that this page was used during the original COVID crisis, and is no longer being updated.***

The focus of this page is to disseminate accurate public health and community information related to East Jefferson County. Local 20/20 supports efforts to build short- and long-term community resilience even as we practice social distancing in the face of this pandemic. Contact us at covid_web@l2020.org.

Note: External links on this page are being provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only. Local 20/20 bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of any external site or for that of subsequent links. Contact the external site for answers to questions regarding its content.

Current Highlights

Reliable Information Sources 

It is very important to stay informed with the correct and accurate information. The media, social networks and internet are plagued with inaccurate or speculative information.  Reliable sources from the Jeffco Dept. of Emergency Mgmt (DEM):

Other Community COVID-19 web pages 

Assistance

Give Assistance — Want to help?

  • Jefferson County Dept. of Emergency Management has information:
    – volunteering or donating through OlyCap
    – medical, security, or emergency responder volunteering through DEM
    – Community Face Mask Program
    https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/1450/VolunteerHow-to-Help
  • Give Jefferson COVID-19 Emergency Fund
    Emergency funding campaign will support local nonprofits and community-serving government agencies that help meet basic human needs and are facing an increased demand for services or are dealing with their own organization’s financial hardship.
    GIVE Jefferson COVID-19 Emergency Fund
  • Support our local businesses: Buy Gift Cards
  • Support Local Farmers. Many of the local farmers livelihoods and futures are threatened by COVID-19. Two great ways to support them:

Receive Assistance — Need help?

  • OlyCap helps children and families by creating a seamless culture of commitment, strengthening and expanding community connections, and linking families to necessary service and support. https://www.olycap.org/
  • EDC Team Jefferson, the state-designated economic development council (EDC) for Jefferson County, has a compilation of COVID-19 Resources for businesses. https://www.edcteamjefferson.org/COVID19
  • Jeffco Mutual Aid is a new organization dedicated to support workers directly impacted by layoffs or other covid-19 upsets. Get involved by Requesting Funds or Providing Funds. https://www.jeffcomutualaid.com/
  • Dove House Advocacy Services
    Office, and 24/7 crisis line 360-385-5291
    Advocacy, basic needs, housing assistance, and other resources for recent and past victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and general crime.
  • Housing Solutions Network
    Information about Rent and Mortgage Resources, as well as other Assistance resources.
    https://housingsolutionsnetwork.org/covid-19-resource-page/
    Free webinars on the WA Eviction Moratorium, offered by Jefferson-Clallam Pro Bono Lawyers and Northwest Justice Project: Jefferson County residents Sept.12, 10-11:15am. Register
  • St. Vincent de Paul
    Provides assistance primarily through a voucher system. They help with needs like food, gas, prescriptions, mobile phones/minutes, propane, utilities, medical/dental expenses, repairs, clothing and laundry. If you are in need of help, reach out to them directly at 360-379-1325.  https://svdpejc.org/
  • Volunteers of America Crisis Response Services
    For Jefferson County call 888-910-0416
    Online chat support:  www.imhurting.org
    24/7 free, confidential emotional support for individuals in crisis and/or considering suicide.
  • CDC Covid-19:  Managing Anxiety and Stress
  • Discovery Behavioral Health, serving East Jefferson County
    360-385-0321  M-F 8am-5pm
    https://www.discoverybh.org/
    24 Hour Telephone Crisis Services 360-385-0321 (forwarded to Volunteers of America after hours)
    Their primary focus is meeting the mental health needs of those covered by Medicaid.
    Crisis Services are available to all.
  • The Benji Project
    www.thebenjiproject.org/online-sessions
    Questions?  Contact Teresa 360-821-1960
    For middle and high school age students. Trained teachers host free 1-hour sessions to share stress relief, connection, and coping practices, twice a week.
  • Olympic Area Agency on Aging (O3A)
    Supports a variety of services for older adults and adults with disabilities, with a goal to help people age in the place of their choosing. 
    360-385-2552; info.o3aJ@dshs.wa.gov
  • Jefferson County Immigrant Rights Advocates (JCIRA)
    JCIRA is a local immigrant rights organization that works with immigrant families on legal help, advocacy, and other services.  JCIRA provides up to $500 grants to help with rent and everyday needs, including to those who may not qualify for government help. To apply,  leave a message in English or Spanish at JCIRA, 360.232.6070. https://www.jcira.org/
  • Prescription Delivery Resources
    A list of local pharmacies offering mail and/or in-person delivery during the coronavirus crisis.
  • Jefferson County Mental Health Resources
    List of mental health resources for those experiencing issues resulting from COVID-19. https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/1447/Mental-Health-Resources
  • Clallam-Jefferson County Pro Bono Lawyers
    CJCPBL (Clallam-Jefferson County Pro Bono Lawyers) is committed to promoting equal access to justice, which is a  cornerstone of our judicial process. cjcpbl.org
    Free webinar on the WA Eviction Moratorium, offered by Jefferson-Clallam Pro Bono Lawyers and Northwest Justice Project: Jefferson County residents Sept.12 10-11:15am. Register.

Food Sources

Use the links below to connect with our local food system.  This information is updated regularly.

Jefferson County Map of Food Sources. Type in your address, or drop a pin, and find Meal Programs, Food Banks, Food Service (Restaurants), Grocery Stores, Farmstands and Farmer’s Markets on a visual map within a set radius of your address.
GIS Map from Jefferson County.

  • Farms
    • Jefferson County Farms, Farmstands and CSAs. List of all farms with basic description and contact information. Last updated 6/8/20.
    • Local Farm Sources.  
      • Interactive Farms table or Printable Farm Sources PDF. This sheet shows how/where to buy fresh produce, meat, and cheese from our local sources. Last updated 4/8/20.
      • Map with icons of Food Source locations. (Type in an address for a detailed list including Farmstands and Farmer’s Markets to appear).
    • Port Townsend Farmer’s Market. Now OPEN! 9am-2pm, each Saturday. Uptown on Tyler street.
    • Chimacum Farmers Market. Opens June 6th, 10am-2pm. Location: 9122 Rhody Dr, Chimacum.
      • You can find the weekly vendor map on their website.
      • Senior and immuno-compromised shopping hour from is from 10-11 am. General community shopping from 11 am to 2 pm.
      • The Chimacum Farmers Market will follow the health and safety plan developed in partnership with Jefferson County Public Health listed in their newsletter.
    • Restaurants
      Note: We have discontinued our restaurant list updates since we are in re-opening phases and the need for emergency information has diminished. We will resume providing information if it becomes needed again in the future.
    • Interactive Restaurant table or Printable Restaurant PDF. Sortable, searchable, printable list of East Jefferson County Restaurants. Contains delivery and take-out info. Last updated 6/3/20.
    • Map with icons of Food Source locations. (Type in an address for a detailed list including Restaurants to appear).
  • Groceries
    Note: We have discontinued our grocery list updates since we are in re-opening phases and the need for emergency information has diminished. We will resume providing information if it becomes needed again in the future.

    • Interactive Grocery Store table or Printable Grocery Store PDF. Sortable, searchable, printable list of East Jefferson County Grocery Stores. Contains hours, ordering, delivery and pick-up information. Last updated 8/20/20.
    • Map with icons of Food Source locations. (Type in an address for a detailed list including Grocery Stores to appear)
  • Food Assistance Programs
      • Community Centers & Meal Programs
        • Interactive Meal Program table or Printable Meal Program PDF. Sortable, searchable, printable list of East Jefferson County Community Centers and Meal Programs. Contains hours & contact information. Last updated 6/7/20.
        • Map with icons of Food Source locations. (Type in an address for a detailed list including Meal Programs and Food Banks to appear)
      • Food Assistance Programs — Includes information on Food Banks, Taxi service, School Food Distribution,  Jefferson County Public Health WIC program, Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) programs.  Last updated 3/24/20.
      • Jefferson County Farmer’s Markets matches your EBT/SNAP, dollar for dollar at the market, helping stretch your budget to get more fresh veggies and fruits! The market accepts food-checks from WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program participants. The Markets also accept P-EBT, and match this dollar-for -dollar (up to $40 per Market Day.) Learn more at jcfmarkets.org/ebt-matching
  • Grow Your Own

Community Events Online

Many community events of all kinds are still happening, they’re just happening online. Free WiFi access points and community event listings are below.

Community Face Masks

N95 masks are in VERY short supply in Jefferson County, and many people want to help. Please do not go to or call the hospital or other clinics about masks.

  • Washington Statewide Mask Mandate beginning June 26 (June 23)
  • Directive Requiring Masking in Public Places (JeffCo Public Health, May 28, 2020)
  • Masking Frequently Asked Questions (JeffCo Public Health, June 9, 2020)
  • Jefferson County Elected Officials Share Mask Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ny1LE9o917U
  • Library book drop boxes will no longer be available for mask donations on or shortly after June 15th; new mask drop off locations will be announced sometime next week. In the meantime, donations will still be accepted at the Food Coop book drop box, as well at the DEM offices directly (please email JCDEM@co.jefferson.wa.us or call 360-385-9368 beforehand to let us know when you’ll be by). (Source: Community Situation Report, 6/11/20)
  • Do you want to make masks? Information on the Community Face Mask Program is available through the Dept. of Emergency Management’s volunteering page. https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/1450/VolunteerHow-to-Help
  • Do you have masks you might donate? Take a survey to help NPREP and DEM determine if there are any N95 masks available in Jefferson County neighborhoods (by individuals or local neighborhood supplies) that could be donated to health care providers and other emergency responders in need. Take Survey
  • Free Masks. Free Masks are available for anyone at Safeway, QFC/Hadlock, Quilcene Village Store, Food Coop, Public Health Free Masks are also available for our low-income populations at Olycap, Food Banks and Public Health.

It Takes a Village

This COVID-19 Resource page is the result of many different community groups coming together and providing hours of work. Thank you to the following organizations who are providing the content you see on this page.

  • The Community Wellness Project
  • Dept. Of Emergency Management
  • Food Bank Farm and Gardens of Jefferson County
  • Jefferson Community Foundation
  • Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center
  • Jefferson County Farmers Market Association
  • Jefferson County Food Bank Association
  • Jefferson Healthcare
  • Local 20/20
  • Washington State University Extension Small Farms Program

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Contact Information
Contact us regarding this COVID-19 resource page at COVID_web@l2020.org.

Last updated:Thursday, July 18, 2024