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

Helps Lynden community members with short-term, emergency assistance which may include utilities, rent, clothing, household goods, laundry, and transportation. Call to set up an appointment.

Provides assistance to residents of Blaine, Birch Bay, Custer, and Point Roberts who have short-term emergency needs for financial assistance, including utility bills (shut-off impending), critical prescription needs, grocery vouchers (when other food assistance is not available), and emergency gasoline assistance.

Provides limited financial assistance vouchers for people in need living in Whatcom County. Helps pay for gasoline, food, utilities, phone bills, bus passes, and ID and driver's licenses. Amounts range from $50 to $200. Available only once every twelve months.

Can provide a small amount of emergency financial assistance for personal needs such as: Utility bills, gas, medical costs, bus fare, insurance, storage fees, clothing, groceries, and auto repair parts (no rent or auto repair labor). Assistance with ID/driver's licenses as well as referral to other resources are available as well.

Provides limited emergency financial assistance through vouchers for food, gas, and other basic needs. Call and leave a message to request assistance. Messages will be responded to on Tuesday mornings and Thursday afternoons.

Additional housing or utility cash benefit for individuals and families already in the TANF or SFA programs. Program intent is to keep people in housing, prevent utility disconnection, or get clients into housing.

Program offering reduction in property taxes for eligible residents. Applicants must be seniors or disabled adults, own and occupy the property in question, and meet disposable income limits.

Provides temporary cash assistance for families in need. Some families participate in the WorkFirst Program which helps participants find and keep jobs. Persons who are eligible may also qualify for Diversion Cash Assistance, which can help with living expenses when a family needs short term assistance and meets program requirements.

Free non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid eligible recipients. At least two full business days' notice required. Assistance for bus passes and gas vouchers also available.

Increasing independence for Washington youth in foster care by providing reimbursement for Washington state ID, learner’s permit, driver’s license, driver’s education fees, driver's testing and practice sessions, roadside assistance and towing, motor vehicle registration and tabs, basic car repairs and maintenance, gas assistance while learning to drive, and auto insurance coverage.

An online resource with information on programs that provide assistance to people who are unable to afford their medications and health care costs. All information is free, easy to access and updated regularly.

If you are injured at work or develop a work-related illness, workers' compensation pays for medical care directly related to your accident or illness.

Grants for children and young adults with medical problems or physical disabilities to meet needs that are not covered by insurance. Also provides education scholarships to young adults with medical and/or physical disabilities.

Helps cover the cost of prescription drugs. You can join a Medicare drug plan in addition to Original Medicare (Parts A and B), or you get it by joining a Medicare Advantage Plan with drug coverage (Part C). Plans that offer Medicare drug coverage are run by private insurance companies that follow rules set by Medicare.

Helps cover services from doctors and other health care providers, outpatient care, home health care, durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, and other equipment), and many preventive services (screenings, shots or vaccines, and yearly “Wellness” visits). (Included in Original Medicare)

Provides access to life-changing orthodontic treatment for children from families that cannot afford the full cost of braces and children in foster care. To qualify, families must meet regional income eligibility requirements. Children must be 7-18 years of age, have “good” oral hygiene and no unfilled cavities, have a moderate to severe need for braces, and not be wearing braces currently. \nFoster parents or agencies that are applying for a foster child do not need to submit proof of income to qualify.

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

If you do not have health insurance, an Outreach and Enrollment Specialist can tell you what you may qualify for and walk you through the application process.

A Medicare-approved plan from a private company that offers an alternative to Original Medicare for your health and drug coverage. These “bundled” plans include Part A, Part B, and usually Part D. Plans may have lower out-of-pocket costs than Original Medicare, and may offer some extra benefits that Original Medicare doesn’t cover, like vision, hearing, and dental services.

Web-based prescription drug company offering generic brand prescription medications at low cost.

Provides funds to families in need to help cover costs associated with medical bills, therapies and numerous other aspects of supporting a child or young adult on the autism spectrum. Applicants can request a yearly grant up to $1,000 to help cover the costs to get the care, support and items needed.

Free prescription discount card for all Whatcom County residents. Provides discounts on all FDA approved prescriptions not covered by insurance or other benefit plans.

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

A nationwide program that aims to provide orthodontic treatment to children between the ages of 8 and 18 who may not have the means to afford care. To qualify, families must meet financial guidelines. Children must not currently wear braces or a retainer, be ages 8 to 18 years old, have “good” dental hygiene practices, be enrolled in school with a C average or above GPA, and must have a social impediment or moderate/severe need for braces.