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The free 8-session, 4 week course is taught by trained family members and is for families, partners and friends of individuals with mental illnesses. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills and empower participants to become advocates for their loved ones.
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Health
Mental Health Care
Adults
Health Education
Mental Illness
Families
Education
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.
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
Adults
Education
Temporary housing program for young adults ages 18 to 24. Provides four beds at each location (Bellingham and Mt. Vernon) where young adults can stay for up to 90 days. Note: HUSLY is accessed through a main application process and is NOT first come, first served.
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Short-Term Housing
Emergency Shelter
Homeless
Adults
Teens
Housing
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.
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Individual Counseling
Care
Adults
Counseling
Individuals
Mental Health Care
Seminar (available in 4-hour or 90-minute format) that informs and supports people who have loved ones with a mental health condition. Participants learn about diagnoses, treatment, recovery, communication strategies, crisis preparation and NAMI resources.
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Health
Adults
Mental Health Care
Health Education
Families
Education
Mental Illness
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.
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Support Groups
Support Network
Help Find Missing Persons
Adults
Advocacy & Legal Aid
Peer Support
An online chat space that is anonymous and confidential where you can connect with a trained LGBTQ peer support volunteer to have a conversation about many different issues and concerns including, but not limited to, coming out issues, gender and/or sexuality identities, relationship concerns, bullying, workplace issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.
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Peer Support
Gender
Help Hotlines
One-on-One Support
LGBTQ
Adults
Sexuality
Outpatient Substance Use Disorder treatment services for youth, adults, and their families.
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Substance Abuse Counseling
Substance Dependency
Adults
Teens
Outpatient Treatment
Addiction & Recovery
For people ages 18+ to explore the natural history of local parks on meandering walks meant to engage your senses and deepen your sense of place.
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Recreation
Adults
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.
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Individual Counseling
Care
Adults
Counseling
Individuals
Mental Health Care
Services include abortion, birth control, HIV services, men's health care, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and services, primary care, women's health care, and STD testing, treatment and vaccines.
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Vaccinations
STD/STI Treatment & Prevention
Medical Care
Pregnancy Tests
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Birth Control
Sex Education
Teens
Health
Adults
Health Education
Discounted Healthcare
Women's Health
Self-paced courses to learn basic reading, writing, math, and GED preparation, along with workplace skills for today’s job market.
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Basic Literacy
GED/High-School Equivalency
Education
Adults
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.
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Adults
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Education
Classes for adults to work together to study reading, writing, and speaking in English. Classes include Talk Time (practicing English conversation), preparing for the GED (General Education Diploma), citizenship test preparation, learning and improving basic computer skills, and open computer lab for learning how to use online educational resources. Find the current class schedule online.
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
Adults
Basic Literacy
Computer Class
Computer or Internet Access
Citizenship & Immigration
Limited English
Immigrants
Education
More Education
Licensed counselors help couples discuss their relationship problems. These could be issues such as repetitive arguments; feelings of emptiness, isolation, anger or resentment; lack of affection or intimacy; infidelity; or pornography addiction.
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Care
Counseling
Adults
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.
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In-Home Support
Disability
Developmental Disability
Care
Caregivers
Adults
Children
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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Intellectual Disability
Recreation
Daytime Care
Care
Teens
Adults
Disability
Developmental Disability
Adult Daycare
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.
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Seniors
Adults
Families
Recreation
Exercise & Fitness
Community Support Services
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.
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Education
Veterans
Teens
Adults
Seniors
Employment
Disability
Work
Help Find Work
Resume Development
Interview Training
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.
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Adults
Health Education
Peer Support
Health
Mental Health Care
Education
Goodwill offers two different programs to help people get their high school diploma or GED. High School 21+ program allows colleges to grant high school diplomas to individuals who are 21 years or older. Basic Skills & GED Test Preparation classes helps students prepare for all four GED test subject areas (writing, math, science, and social studies) as well as improving test-taking skills, digital skills, and taking practice tests.
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Adults
Help Pay for School
Education
GED/High-School Equivalency
Provides in-person or remote support and community resource referrals so that youth may explore, identify, and achieve their goals in employment and education.
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Teens
Resume Development
Employment
Adults
Help Find Work
Work
Interview Training
For female-identifying and non binary people ages 18+ to get outdoors and explore nature under the full moon, with other adults.
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Women
Recreation
Adults
A free parenting program that runs for eight weeks, three quarters per year. The program is specifically designed for families facing challenging life circumstances who desire to develop family-building skills. Parenting classes are held one evening per week in Bellingham, and include a hot meal, nursery care for children ages 4 and under, and Kids Groups for elementary and middle school aged children facing complex life challenges.
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Adults
Education
Parenting Education
Children
Free Meals
Parents
Peer support help line for people living with emotional and mental health challenges. Calls are answered by specially-trained volunteers who have lived experience with mental health challenges. All calls are confidential.
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Support Network
Teens
Care
Mental Health Care
Help Hotlines
Peer Support
Adults