Editing Seattle (section)

==Emergency Information==

===Police Stations===
If you are really unlucky and manage to land yourself into trouble, a list of the local police stations can be found [http://www.seattle.gov/police/contact/location/default.htm here]. If you have an emergency that requires urgent attention, dial 911. (This should be a free call from all cellphones and public pay phones.) For other inquiries and non-emergencies, you can reach the police at their non-emergency number: 206-625-5011.

===Hospitals===

[http://www.uwmedicine.org/Facilities/Harborview/ Harborview Medical Center]
Harborview is the only Trauma I care facility in a 4 state region and is located in Downtown Seattle.

[http://www.swedish.org/body.cfm?id=1298 Swedish Medical Center]

[https://www.virginiamason.org/home/body.cfm?xyzpdqabc=0&id=342&action=detail&ref=28 Virginia Mason Medical Center]

[http://www.ghc.org/locations/index.jhtml Group Health Cooperative]

[http://www.seattlechildrens.org/ Children's Hospital]

===Medical Advice Helpline===

Many local medical centers have complimentary 24-hour medical helplines. A consulting nurse will listen to your medical concerns and direct you to an appropriate facility to receive care. 

Children's Hospital: 206-987-2500 or 1-866-987-2500 (7:00 AM to 11:00 PM) <br>
Evergreen Medical Center: 425-899-3000 <br>
Group Health Cooperative: 206-901-2244 or 1-800-297-6877 <br>
Harborview Medical Center: 206-731-2500 <br>
Providence Medical Center: 1-800-793-3474 <br>
Swedish Medical Center: 206-215-2100 <br>
Virginia Mason: 206-583-6433 <br>

===Crisis Helpline===

The [http://www.crisisclinic.org/about.html Crisis Clinic] opperates a 24 hour crisis line. If you are having a personal crisis, emotional distress, or need advice or direction for a critical issue, the support staff at the Crisis Clinic can help by offering a caring ear or connecting you to appropriate support services. In Seattle, call 206-461-3222 or toll-free 1-866-427-4747.

===Walk-In Health Clinics===

[http://www.psnhc.org/index.php?page=clinics Puget Sound Neighborhood Health Clinics] provides a list of local non-profit community health clinics offering affordable out-patient medical and dental services. Most clinics accept walk-in patients, but call in advance to be sure.

[http://www.psnhc.org/index.php?page=Clinic_Detail&clinicID=2 45th Street Clinic] <br>
1629 N 45th St <br>
Seattle, WA 98103 <br>
206-633-3350 <br>

[http://www.countrydoctor.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=37&Itemid=34 Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center] <br>
2101 E Yesler Way <br>
Seattle, WA 98122 <br>
206-299-1900 <br>

[http://www.countrydoctor.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=36&Itemid=33 Country Doctor Community Clinic] <br>
500 19th Ave E <br>
Seattle, WA 98112 <br>
206-299-1600 <br>

Pike Market Medical Clinic <br>
1930 Post Alley <br>
Seattle, WA 98101 <br>
206-728-4143 <br>

===Foreign Consulates===

You can find an expanded list of consulates and honorary consulates in the region [http://ltgov.wa.gov/International/Washington%20Organizations/Sisters/Consular%20Association%20Roster.htm here].

====Canada====
[http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/seattle Consulate-General of Canada] <br>
1501 4th Ave, #600 <br>
Seattle, WA 98101 <br>
(206) 443-1372 <br>

====Japan==== 
[http://www.seattle.us.emb-japan.go.jp/about/about.htm Consulate-General of Japan] <br>
601 Union St, #500 <br>
Seattle, WA 98101 <br>
(206) 682-9107 <br>

====Korea====
[http://usa-seattle.mofat.go.kr/index.jsp Consulate-General of Korea] <br>
2033 6th Ave, #1125 <br>
Seattle, WA 98121 <br>
(206) 441-1011 <br>

====Mexico====
Consulate of Mexico <br>
2132 3rd Ave <br>
Seattle, WA 98121 <br>
(206) 448-3526 <br>

====Russia====
Consulate-General of Russia <br>
2001 6th Ave, #2323 <br>
Seattle, WA 98121 <br>
(206) 728-1910 <br>

===Local Hostels===
Always make sure you are aware of ways to get to your host's home, but also out of it as well, should you need to. Average hostel dorm/bunk bed rooms currently run between $40/$50 per night. Be mindful that because of their limited number of beds, the hostels may not be able to accommodate you on short notice or during peak seasons:

[http://www.hostelseattle.com/hostel_seattle City Hostel Seattle] <br>
2317 2nd Ave <br>
Seattle, WA 98121 <br>
(206) 706-3255, or toll-free (877) 846-7853 <br>

[http://www.greentortoise.net/ The Green Tortoise Hostel] <br>
105 1/2 Pike St <br>
Seattle, WA 98101 <br>
(206) 340-1222 <br>

[http://www.hiusa.org/seattle HI - Seattle at the American Hotel] <br>
520 S King St <br>
Seattle WA 98104 <br>
(206) 622-5443 <br>

[http://www.vashonhostel.com/info.htm HI - Vashon Ranch Hostel] <br>
12119 SW Cove Rd <br>
Vashon Island, WA 98070 <br>
(206) 463-2592 <br>

===Sexual Assault or Domestic Violence===

[http://www.kcsarc.org/ Sexual Assault Resource Center] opperates a 24-hour crisis line, offering crisis intervention, medical support, legal advocacy, and support services for sexual assault victims. The number is 1-888-998-6423.

[http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services] runs a confidential 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline for adults & children, offering referrals for medical and legal support, counseling, and local shelter information. 1-800-562-6025.

[http://www.sarmydvp.org/catherine-booth-house.html Catherine Booth House], run by the Salvation Army, is a confidential emergency shelter for women and children escaping domestic abuse. The shelter takes in survivors 24 hours/day. More information about the shelter (including its private unlisted address) can be found by calling 206-324-4943.

===Fraud Prevention===

[http://www.metrokc.gov/proatty/ The King County Prosecutor’s Office] has a website with information on protecting yourself from fraud and identity theft. If you suspect you may be a victim of identity theft, connect with one of the services listed [http://www.metrokc.gov/proatty/fraud/identity.htm here].

===Immigration Advisory Service===



===Legal Advice===

[http://www.abanet.org/legalservices/findlegalhelp/freehelp.cfm?id=WA The American Bar Association] provides a list of resources for legal help in the area, including free (pro-bono) and reduced-rate legal support for low-income clients.

===Emergency Couch===

There is a [http://www.couchsurfing.org/group.html?gid=19249 dedicated group] for fielding last-minute or emergency couch requests in Seattle. While you are not guaranteed a couch, members of that group are often on-call and sympathetic to last-minute requests.

===Your Local CS Ambassadors===
If you find yourself in a bad or unsafe situation, for example if you have a conflict with your host or guest, you can contact one of the local [http://www.couchsurfing.com/ambassador.html Couchsurfing Ambassadors] in the area and they will do their best to help you resolve your issue.

In Seattle:
:[http://www.couchsurfing.org/people/barbara9999/ Barbara Elegbede]
:[http://www.couchsurfing.com/profile.html?id=2CNHGOU J.J. Stein]
:[http://www.couchsurfing.com/people/Klaire Klaire Rueckert]
:[http://www.couchsurfing.org/people/sugarvapors/ Rebecca Swaney]

In Everett:
:[http://www.couchsurfing.com/people/northernflights Miles Erickson]
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