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Free tax preparation assistance to seniors and residents of Whatcom County regardless of age or income level.

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 for phone calls and check-in’s in between.

If you need access to the Internet, your Library can help by lending you a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot device. If you have a Bellingham or Whatcom County library card, you may borrow a hotspot for 3 weeks. If no one is waiting, it can be renewed up to 3 times. Visit the online catalog to place a request.

A specialty team that partners closely with many community partner agencies as part of a continuum of services, engaging clients seeking housing support who are either unenrolled from a health plan or seeking enrollment. The CORS Team aims to help clients access housing resources and other necessary services. Services in this program include Care Coordination, Housing Referral and Support, and Outreach and Engagement.

Whatcom County’s site for emergency preparedness and disaster response information. Includes links for damage assessment, debris removal, additional resources, and volunteer coordination.

Youth suicide prevention and mental wellbeing program with trainings designed by youth and the community. Training is based on current suicide prevention research, and aims to open up a conversation about suicide, help combat stigma surrounding mental illnesses and suicide, and help others learn how to identify and intervene with a loved one.

Online tool to help patients navigate and access hospital financial assistance programs, as well as pursue bill forgiveness. Financial assistance programs vary by hospital.

14-bed treatment program for women, aimed at helping people who are in early recovery. Includes outpatient services and peer support in a sober environment. This program requires drug screening, behavior contracts and attendance of twelve step programs as well as other mandatory requirements.

Pregnancy care integrated with Family Care Network's primary care physicians.

Washington’s Safe Medication Return lets people dispose of household over-the-counter, and prescription medications (including medications for household pets). Visit the website or call the hotline for information on how to safely dispose of medication.

Health care coverage, cash assistance, and case management for individuals age 65 and over, blind or disabled and who meet income and resource requirements. Cash assistance and a referral to the Housing and Essential Needs program available to eligible individuals who are determined likely to meet Supplemental Security Income disability criteria based on an impairment(s) expected to last at least 12 consecutive months. This program provides maximum monthly cash grant of $450 for a single individual or $570 for a married couple.

Meals are offered on a donation-only basis to adults age 60+ (suggested donation $6.00). Others will be charged the full cost of the meal ($10). Meals are also available to-go. Senior Center membership not required to participate in the meal program.

A monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether. It may not replace all your income so it's best to identify other ways to pay for your monthly expenses as you age.

A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.

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.

Online resource center for diabetes prevention. Includes links for pre-diabetes resources as well as information for classes, programs, and support groups.

Counseling and support services to families with children and youth who may have emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Services include individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and mental health assessment.

Online chat option to access a range of free services including confidential support from a trained staff member, support finding a local health facility with services like sexual assault forensic exams, someone to help you talk through what happened, local resources that can assist with your next steps toward healing and recovery, referrals for long term support in your area, information about the laws in your community, and basic information about medical concerns.

The Bookmobile brings a variety of books, audiobooks, DVDs, and CDs for all ages to specific locations and is open to everyone. The WCLS Bookmobile visits Glenhaven, Birch Bay, Acme and Lake Samish each week. Homebound Services staff deliver library materials to retirement homes, nursing homes, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities each month as well as to individuals who are permanently homebound.

Protective payee services for veterans and family members who are incapable of managing their own financial affairs.

This program is for young people, ages 18-24, who are moving out of unstable situations that resulted in them being temporarily homeless. This program offers lease support, housing financial assistance, deposit, and ongoing skill building in collaboration with Housing Case Managers.\nNote: Rapid Rehousing is accessed through a main application process and is NOT first come, first served.

Week-long overnight summer camps for children ages 6-11 who have been or currently are in foster care.

Refurbished computers provided at low cost. All computers have been cleaned, repaired, and installed with modern operating systems and software.

Provides a continuum of culturally relevant support services to children and families of the Lummi Nation in the area of foster care, alternative parental care, and intervention/prevention.

Outdoor group outings to explore local parks, beaches, and trails. Family friendly, all ages welcome.