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Free financial empowerment courses cover financial goals, budgeting, debt management, and more. Classes are in-person and available year-round in both English and Spanish, with specialized courses for teens and seniors.

The Whatcom County Triage Center (WCTC) in Bellingham can accommodate up to 16 individuals at once who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Services include crisis stabilization, safety planning, and referrals for ongoing care. Individuals may self-refer or be referred by a community partner such as a behavioral health provider, hospital social worker, or medical provider. The facility can also accept drop-offs from law enforcement and emergency medical technicians as a diversion alternative to jail or the emergency room.

A 9 bedroom emergency shelter serving people who are homeless and have behavioral health issues. Trained staff on-duty 24 hours a day.

Prioritizes dental care for the following groups: pregnant women, parents of UCNW pediatric patients, established UCNW pediatric dental patients once they reach adulthood, people living with HIV, developmentally disabled patients, adults with dental emergencies, UCNW medical patients with certain health conditions who are referred by their provider.\nEmergency dental care is available to anyone living in Whatcom County. If you are in pain or have swelling, call to make an appointment.

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.

A 24/7 intensive community outreach that provides crisis intervention/prevention and recovery stabilization services to adults in a community. Through non-emergent recovery stabilization, outreach services are provided to individuals at risk of, or who have recently experienced a behavioral health crisis.

Intensive Outpatient Program. A home and community-based treatment program for adults experiencing severe and persistent mental health symptoms. IOP offers the opportunity to develop sustainable coping skills, vocational skills, interpersonal skills, and self-awareness of mental health illnesses.

Criminal justice system advocacy, resources, referrals, educational and support groups for victims of crime and their families. Services are free of charge. Please note that VSS is located in Washington State and serves Snohomish county with limited services in other WA counties (King, Island, Skagit and Whatcom) on a case-by-case basis.

Sangha Mamas are a group of mamas and grand-mamas who share a common intention to practice the dharma and to be present for adventures in parenting. Available via Zoom.

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

A program for adults (aged 16+) with developmental disabilities. Self-advocacy members are encouraged to develop and practice skills to become strong self-advocates.

This free class is an experiential learning program for people experiencing a mental health challenge who are interested in establishing and maintaining their wellness and recovery. Peer-to-Peer consists of eight two-hour units and is taught by a team of two trained teachers and a volunteer support person, all of whom are personally experienced at living well with mental illness.

Services include dine-in and delivered daily lunches, wellness programs, exercise & strength training classes, recreational activities, entertainment, art & music classes, special events, and information about community support services.

An opportunity for members to have a fun weekend with friends while having a night on the town. Activities include Art Walk, evening strolls, in-house games and activities, and a fun place to hang out with friends.

Summer camp programs for adults and teens with developmental and physical disabilities.

Self-paced courses to learn basic reading, writing, math, and GED preparation, along with workplace skills for today’s job market.

In home care for adults and children with developmental disabilities, and individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Services include personal hygiene assistance, meal planning and preparation, housework and laundry, shopping for groceries and clothes, medication management and supervision, escort to medical appointments, bed and mobility transfers, respite services, and more.

ESOL classes offered at basic and intermediate levels for people who want to develop basic English literacy and improve language skills for the workplace. Classes include ESOL Basic through Level 4, and Citizenship Test Preparation. Classes are held two days a week for 2 hours.

Outpatient Substance Use Disorder treatment services for youth, adults, and their families.

Free introductory courses for people who have no computer experience or who need a little extra training. Learn the basics of how to operate a computer, including typing (keyboarding), internet and email. Later, take classes in Microsoft Word and Excel to learn to create simple spreadsheets and documents like a resume. Online job search classes and special computer classes for non-native English speakers also offered.

Supports adults with developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible in their own homes and to thrive in their communities. Supports may include, but are not limited to personal care, financial support, budgeting, bill paying, cooking and cleaning, support making and attending medical appointments, positive behavior supports, and community integration.

ELA classes are for students who need to improve their English skills to enroll in college, or succeed in the workplace or American culture. Classes are offered at Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, as well as class options in the evening. Placement testing is required.

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.

Prioritizes dental care for the following groups: pregnant women, parents of UCNW pediatric patients, established UCNW pediatric dental patients once they reach adulthood, people living with HIV, developmentally disabled patients, adults with dental emergencies, UCNW medical patients with certain health conditions who are referred by their provider.\nEmergency dental care is available to anyone living in Whatcom County. If you are in pain or have swelling, call to make an appointment.

Offerings include lap swims, American Red Cross swim lessons and training courses, shallow water aerobics, deep water running, as well as preschool swims and open swims for people to play and enjoy the facility.