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BECOME A SMASH MEMBER

SMASH helps local musicians access free and low-cost healthcare services. The member application is free, easy, and confidential.  SMASH is not a health insurance provider; if you have health insurance you can still qualify for services.

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Membership currently includes an annual wellness visit and associated labs, mental healthcare, preventative and acute dental care, hearing screenings and ear protection, harm reduction resources, and healthcare/health insurance navigation. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

SMASH serves musicians of all types and genres, DJs who compose original music, and music teachers living in our service area who earn income at or below SMASH’s income guidelines.

You do not have to earn income from music, but must have performed, recorded, or composed music in the last 12 months to be eligible for services. 

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OUR SERVICE AREA

SMASH serves musicians and music teachers living in King, Snohomish, Pierce, Mason, Kitsap, or Thurston counties.

ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD* INCOME GUIDELINES

(determined by looking at 400% of the 2025 Federal Poverty Line)

  • Household of 1: $60,240 ($5,020/mo)

  • Household of 2: $81,760 ($6,183/mo)

  • Household of 3: $103,280 ($8,606/mo)

  • Household of 4: $124,800 ($10,400/mo)

* SMASH determines household size by looking at all individuals living in the same home AND depend on a shared income (e.g., married or common-law spouses, dependent children, other dependent family members). Roommates are not included in household size determination UNLESS all rely on the same income to meet all expenses (e.g., non-married partners relying on the same source(s) of income, bandmates who live together that rely on the same source(s) of income).

CASE-BY-CASE APPROACH

We understand that musicians often face fluctuating income due to the nature of their work, and that sudden or ongoing expenses can really impact our ability to take care of ourselves and our health. That’s why we offer some flexibility to our income eligibility criteria if your monthly earnings exceed our guidelines.

 

If you’re experiencing financial hardship due to (but not limited to):

  • Unexpected and debilitating medical expenses

  • Childcare or caregiving costs

  • Lost income from canceled gigs or contracts

  • Recent health issues that have impacted your ability to work and/or perform

 

You may still qualify for our services, and we encourage you to still apply! A SMASH team member may ask for a few extra documents to better understand your circumstances.

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