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One day and multipart classes for people experiencing grief. These classes are both in-person and virtual. See website for program details and dates. All classes are free, but require registration.

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Bereavement
Grieving
Support Groups
Free WiFi available at WCLS libraries, including access from library parking lots. You can borrow a library laptop for use on library property. One hour limit, based on availability.

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Community Support Services
Computer or Internet Access
Families needing information and education specifically related to Down syndrome are provided a trained Parent Advocate to address their needs. Families are also connected to other families to develop natural peer support through fun, family-friendly events throughout the year.

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Families
Development Disability
All Disabilities
Understand Disability
Local youth development clubs to grow physical, mental, and emotional health. Clubs participate in a wide variety of activities, often focused on nature, farming, science, and culture.

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After School Care
Recreation
Environmental Education
Youth Development
Children (2-12 years old)
Online directory of family-friendly things to do with kids in Whatcom County. Categories include indoor activities, outdoor activities, sports and swim, schools, camps, classes, and more.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Families
Counseling for drug and alcohol abuse, low self-esteem, bullying, eating disorders, uncontrolled anger, self-injury or suicidal ideation, academic underachievement, and family issues.

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Care
Children (2-12 years old)
Mental Health Care
Eating Disorder
Counseling
Individual Counseling
Anger Management
Teens (13-19 years old)
Mediation, conflict coaching, and phone conciliation services for community members facing housing-related conflict who wish to resolve disputes, improve communication, increase understanding, successfully negotiate payment or re-payment plans, discuss deposits and move out timelines, address lease agreements and other related issues, and move forward with creative solutions determined by the parties. Housing Stability services are free. *Para información en español marque al (360) 676-0122 extensión 114 o mande un mensaje a [email protected]
Health Educators offer education on diabetes, prediabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, glucometer teaching, basic nutrition, asthma, tobacco cessation, family planning, exercise, among other topics. At each visit, the health educator spends time with the patient to set goals that help the patient achieve better health outcomes.

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Health
Nutrition Education
Family Planning
Disease Management
Health Education
In-person support groups for any birthing person and/or anyone identifying as a mother to talk about the realities of motherhood.
Programs include hiking and walking groups, fitness classes, health services, writing and discussion groups, artistic opportunities, card games, music and dance, recreation, senior community meals, and more.

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Recreation
Community Support Services
Exercise & Fitness
Seniors (55+ years old)
Meals
A youth-led diversion service focusing on healing and accountability through Restorative Justice. Teen Court serves 12-17 year olds in partnership with Whatcom County Superior Court and several high schools throughout Whatcom County. Student volunteers act as judges, jurors and attorneys (referred to as advocates), to both learn how a courtroom setting works and to offer an alternative to the standard criminal justice system.
Volunteer lawyers provide free, brief legal consultations. Come prepared with any papers related to your case. Call for more information about upcoming clinics, or view calendar online.
Members engage in a variety of activities and community excursions. Programs include YMCA workouts, cooking classes, hikes, sports, library visits, art projects and much more. Alternative activities are always provided.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
Adult Daycare
Intellectual Disability
Daytime Care
Development Disability
All Disabilities
Care
Adults (31-54 years old)
A free, full-day early entrance kindergarten experience for children who are scheduled to enter kindergarten the following year. In order to be eligible, students must demonstrate academic, language or social need and cannot be currently enrolled in another early learning program. Eligible students must also turn four before September 1.
Services include adult and family medicine, pediatrics, gynecologic and reproductive care, Maternal Support Services (MSS) and Infant Case Management (ICM), WIC, psychiatry, dental and orthodontics, geriatrics and home visits, physical therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, counseling for parent-child relationship improvement, dive and work physicals, pharmacy, lab and x-ray, COVID testing and vaccines, and rheumatology.

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Mental Health Care
Vaccinations
Maternity Care
Counseling
Medical Care
Checkup & Test
Physical Therapy
Primary Care
Dental Care
Health
Prevent & Treat
A structured recovery support group that offers respect, encouragement, and hope. Free to those living with mental illness, this group promotes connection and understanding while respecting confidentiality.

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Support Groups
Health
All Mental Health
Peer Support
Mental Health Care
LGBTQ young people can chat with a trained counselor for free, confidential and secure 24/7 service when they are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ identity, depression, and suicide.

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Suicidal Thoughts
LGBTQIA+
Mental Health Care
In Crisis
Care
Counseling
Help Hotlines
Teens (13-19 years old)
Mental health and substance use counseling. Costs are covered if you are on Medicaid through Amerigroup, Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW), Molina, or United Healthcare. NWRC is not able to accept Medicaid fee-for-service, Coordinated Care, Medicare, private pay, or private insurance at this time.

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Dual Diagnosis
All Mental Health
Counseling
Opioid Dependency
Substance Use Counseling
Alcohol Dependency
Mental Health Care
Volunteers are paired with people experiencing homelessness to support them on their journey. Volunteer allies are there to listen, provide companionship, connect clients with resources, and help them realize their goals. Being an ally requires a 6-month commitment where volunteer allies and participants meet in-person twice per month and are available\nfor phone calls and check-in’s in between.

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Support Network
Homeless
Navigating the System
Civic Engagement
Mentoring
Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adults who wish to improve their literacy skills. Services include support for basic reading and writing skills, GED (General Educational Development) test preparation, and basic computer skills.

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GED/High-School Equivalency
Basic Literacy
Tutoring
Education
More Education
Adults (31-54 years old)
Computer Class
Free, 24/7 access to naloxone (Narcan) at select locations throughout the county. This initiative aims to make lifesaving overdose-reversal medication available to those who need it, especially individuals who may face barriers to obtaining it elsewhere.

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Emergency
Medications for Addiction
Addiction and Recovery
Opioid Dependency
Access to databases, books, and websites with free content to support homeschooling families.

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Families
Alternative Education
Before and after school "clubhouse" programs for grades K-12 impact kids positively through academic success, good citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and athletic programs. Athletic programming varies by location.

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Childcare
Help Find Childcare
Teens (13-19 years old)
After School Care
Children (2-12 years old)
Before School Care
Education
After attending your first Village Circle group, you are welcome to join the private Facebook group. A space for Villagers to stay connected, while being mindful of the guidelines that keep the Village Circle groups feeling like a brave space to share.

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Mothers
Virtual Support
Counseling services to help individuals cope with anxiety.

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