Links to Services and Information of interest to Rochester Residents
Thurston County The Thurston County website at: http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/index.asp contains information about all of the county departments and their services to the citizens of Thurston County.
Thurston County The Thurston County Narcotics Task Force web site with information about illicit drugs can be accessed at this address: www.co.thurston.wa.us/narcotics-task-force/index.htm It provides resources on drug abuse along with other information on how to spot a meth lab and information on the new laws about purchase of non-prescription medicines containing ingredients used in making meth.
The Meth Monster Page Methamphetamine use and manufacture is a serious problem even here in the Rochester, Washington area. The Meth Monster page, at : http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/meth/meth_home.htm is a good source of information on the subject.
M FILES - A Meth and Marijuana Resource Tool Another good source of information about methamphetamine and marijuana can be viewed at: http://www.mfiles.org/Meth/index.htm
Thurston County Junk
Vehicle Website
http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/hulk/
A website that provides information about what you can do when there is a junk
vehicle in your neighborhood. Enforcement of the county junk vehicle law
is done on a complaint basis. You may file a complaint by using the form
provided on the website. A complaint can also be filed by calling the Thurston County Junk Vehicle Line at
360-709-3083
Family Education and
Support Services
Support, information and resources for
grandparents and other relatives raising their relative's children are available
by calling Chris Carr at 360 754 7629. She is now working out of the Olympia
office, but continues to offer services to families in the Rochester area. You
may also leave a message anytime at 360 807 3989.
Grandparents As Parents, an educational and support
class offered in partnership with Centralia College is offered twice monthly at
no cost to participants. The group meets each second and fourth Monday night of
the month, from 6 to 8pm, at the Van Prooyen Childcare Center on the college
campus (corner of Oak and Plum Streets.) Free childcare is available.
Other services offered by the agency include "Winning at Parenting," "Men as
Fathers," as well as "Consider the Children" classes for families going through
divorce. To view the Family Education & Support Organization website
click here.
Chris Carr, Kinship Services
Family Education & Support
1202 Black Lake Blvd
Olympia, WA 98502
Office: 360.754.7629
Cell: 360.807 3989
chrisacarr@comcast.net
National Weed & Seed Data Center -
Rochester, WA Weed & Seed Site Summary
This is part of set of websites, a project of the Justice Research and
Statistics Association, that contain information about the local area of each
Weed & Seed Site. You can view the section about Rochester at:
http://www.weedandseeddatacenter.org/sitedetail.aspx?sitekey=417S0
Department of Homeland Security http://www.ready.gov/index.html A website with much good information about getting yourself and your family prepared for Natural Disasters as well as those occurring from terrorist activities.
Mothers Against Meth http://www.mamasite.net Mothers Against Meth-Amphetamine (mama) was started in 2002 by Dr. Mary F. Holley to distribute the literature she has written to educate the public about methamphetamine and other drugs
Chehalis Tribe http://www.chehalistribe.org A website describing the Chehalis Tribe and the many services they provide the area.
Timberland Regional Library http://www.timberland.lib.wa.us A website describing the many services provided by the Timberland Library in their numerous braches.
Centralia Community College http://www.centralia.ctc.edu Centralia Community College presents classes on their campus in Centralia and also on-line. The on-line catalog address is: http://www.ed2go.com/centralia/
Washington State Home Page http://www.access.wa.gov/ The website for accessing information about the Washington State Government and the programs they provide.
USDA Rural Development for Washington State www.rurdev.usda.gov/wa Rural Home Ownership Opportunities. Have good credit, but think you do not earn enough to buy a home? USDA Rural Development offers loans to low income families who want to purchase a home in a rural area. The 502 Direct Loan Program does not require a down payment and the house payments are subsidized so low income families can afford the monthly payments. For a family of four in Rochester, the maximum household income must be less than $52,900 to qualify for the home ownership program. There are many families in Thurston County who have qualified for this program with annual incomes less than $35,000.
If you already own a home in a rural area and it is need of repairs, USDA Rural Development also has home repair loans and grants available to very low income homeowners. Income limits are based on family size. For a family of four in Rochester, your annual household income must be below $33,050 to qualify for the repair program. Repair loans are at 1% interest up to $20,000 and grants are available up to $7,500 for persons age 62 or older.
If you would like more information about these home loan programs, please contact USDA Rural Development at (360) 704-7760.
Washington State Sex Offender Information Center http://ml.waspc.org/index.aspx A website for accessing information about Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders and their whereabouts.
Washington State Patrol www.wsp.wa.gov/traveler/roadrage.htm#report A website for where you can report incidents of aggressive driving. Troopers will use this information to target trouble spots.
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children www.missingkids.com A website providing information on child safety and sex offender laws.
New 05-14-06 Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging Coordinates a variety of services and programs for seniors and disabled adults in South Sound, including case management and caregiver support. Works with several local agencies to provide transportation, respite care, caregiver training, legal help and other services. You can contact them at 360-427-2225 or visit their website at: http://www.lmtaaa.org/ for more information.
New 05-14-06 South Sound Alzheimer's Council Provides support, advocacy and education for families affected by Alzheimer's and related disorders. You can contact them at 360-664-3162, ext. 106 (through Area Agency on Aging). Visit their website at: http://www.southsoundalzheimerscouncil.org/index.html for more information including a listing of South Sound Alzheimer's support groups for patients and caregivers.
New 05-14-06 Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Aging & Disability Services Administration Provides information on finding in-home care and other housing options, paying for care, legal planning and other resources. Also investigates suspected cases of vulnerable adult abuse or neglect. You can contact them at 360-422-3263 or visit their website at: http://www.aasa.dshs.wa.gov/ for more information.
New 05-14-06 Long-Term Care Ombudsman Paul Tosch Advocates for people living in licensed, long-term care facilities who need help getting complaints heard and resolved. The state program is for residents living in a care facility and his or her relatives or friends, and administrators and staff of adult family, boarding and nursing homes. You can contact him at 360-943-6018.
New 06-17-08 Disaster Outreach Services are now available to the Rochester Community Support for Storm Survivors is now available to the Rochester Community. The road to recovery continues for many residents whose lives were changed by last winter's rain and wind storms. If you are struggling with recovery efforts and feel stressed or overwhelmed, Disaster Outreach Services (DOS) can help with emotional support and information. Call 1-800-850-8775 to talk to a trained Disaster Outreach worker who can listen to your concerns, providing information and referring you to services that will help you move forward with your life.