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

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.

Provides in-person or remote support and community resource referrals so that youth may explore, identify, and achieve their goals in employment and education.

A seasonal program offered to Max Higbee members that incorporates outdoor skills such as environmental stewardship, map reading and navigation, plant identification, healthy hiking snacks, and trail games.

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.

Community home for adults with developmental disabilities.

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.

A computer lab open at specific times for community members and Goodwill students to search for jobs, do homework, and practice computer skills.

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.

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.

A free overnight workshop for youth ages 16-24 who experience disability, plan to live independently, and have career or educational goals. The workshop focuses on preparing for college and/or employment and learning independent living skills.

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.

Works with Whatcom County businesses to provide employment services to people with disabilities in our community. Services include help with getting and keeping a job, job coaching and on-site support, goal setting and career consulting, resume writing and interviewing skills practice, and empowerment and advocacy.

For female-identifying and non binary people ages 18+ to get outdoors and explore nature under the full moon, with other adults.

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.

Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adults who wish to improve their literacy skills. Services include support for basic reading and writing skills, GED (General Educational Development) test preparation, and basic computer skills.

A day-use center for at-risk, runaway and homeless youth ages 24 and under. Youth can connect with supportive adults, receive basic needs items such as food, clothing and gear for sleeping outside, and connect with other resources that will help them end their experience of homelessness.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Offers free one-to-one tutoring services for adult English language learners. Services include support for English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills; GED (General Educational Development) test preparation; and basic computer skills.

Therapeutic animal visits for elders, schools, community and corporate events. Provides a unique opportunity for a multitude of community members to experience the joy and therapeutic benefits of animal interaction.

A state Medicaid program (formerly Medicaid Personal Care, or MPC) for people on Medicaid who need help with activities of daily living, including eating, dressing, bathing, or mobility. The program is administered by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), even for people who are not eligible for DDA. Personal Care services are typically provided in your home.