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The Bellingham Public Library has partnered with the Whatcom Museum and the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention to offer complimentary general admission to each museum. A Museum Pass allows free entry for up to 4 people, valid for use on the date and at the museum selected when registering. Each family is eligible for a pass for each museum every 60 days. Register online.

A toll-free legal hotline for people with low incomes. Services are targeted to problems that affect basic needs such as housing, income, medical care and family safety. Due to limited resources, lawyers and paralegals are not able to assist every caller.

A program where foster children are paired with a safe adult for one-on-one mentoring. Mentors are trained and background checked case aides who are equipped to provide social, academic and recreational support for your child and your family.

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.

Provides limited transit service to rural areas of Whatcom County. There are no eligibility requirements for using zone service; anyone within the designated area can request a ride. Service is only available to each zone on certain days of the week. Advance reservations are required.

Information, tips, and resources to help you effectively manage your money. Topics include budgeting, saving, credit, debt, banking, and taxes.

Free or low-cost health insurance. Coverage includes primary care, emergency visits, maternity services, pediatric care, dental services, vision care, prescription medications and more.

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.

Counseling for individuals with developmental delays is meant to help your loved one understand social elements in simple ways and apply them to their daily life.

Combines financial coaching with benefits planning, providing specialized support to assist with planning for a future of financial security and supported independence. Services are offered free of charge to youth ages 14-25 who self-identify with a disability.

Helps community members with short-term, emergency assistance which may include utilities, rent, clothing, household goods, laundry, and transportation. 1-2 week regular turnaround.

A facility offering prompt assessment and brief-term treatment for individuals aged 18 and under facing mental or emotional health crises, including suicidal risks. The facility is designed for brief interventions, with a maximum stay of 23 hours and 59 minutes.

Counseling for drug and alcohol abuse, low self-esteem, bullying, eating disorders, uncontrolled anger, self-injury or suicidal ideation, academic underachievement, and family issues.

Works one-on-one with individuals to provide independent living skills training on various topics. Some examples include organizational and communication skills, budgeting, and learning how to get around the community independently.

Provides behavioral health services integrated with medical care, including traditional counseling and psychiatric services, substance use disorder (SUD) counseling, support and wellness groups, and case management services to help patients access other community resources.

Provides job search support, career exploration, computer use, training on resumes and cover letters, and interview preparation. Job training programs for youth, adults, and mature workers, as well as worker retraining.

Free dental clinic offering the following services only: exams, x-rays, dental cleanings, sealants, and some simple fillings. Appointments available Mon and Fri at 8:30AM and 1:30PM

Ages 18 and over. Experienced counselors treat many issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, sexual abuse, grief, self-injury, domestic violence, family conflict, oppositional defiance, poor self-esteem, suicidal ideation, and trauma.

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.

Residential supports for adults offered in a comfortable, home atmosphere. All homes are open to any individual, including those with mental, physical and cognitive disabilities.

Lowers barriers to employment in Bellingham by providing paid, on-site job training to economically disadvantaged members of our community.

Helps adults with challenging behaviors transition from a hospital to a long term care facility that meets their needs. This program is for adults with serious mental illness, dementia, mood disorder or other neurological disorders. Eligible adults also have challenging behaviors which are a barrier to hospital discharge OR their long term care facility placement is at risk due to challenging behaviors.

Provides access to essential needs items and potential rental assistance for low-income individuals who are unable to work for at least 90 days due to a physical and/or mental incapacity.

Therapy developed to help couples work through stuck places in their relationship and to find healing for relational wounds.

Low-barrier, short term 2 hour respite services. Provides a safe and engaging environment for individuals with dementia while caregivers enjoy a break.