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Provides children’s mental health services to Medicaid eligible children and their families. After an initial assessment and determination of need for ongoing help, core mental health services available include individual and/or family counseling/therapy, medication evaluation/management and coordination with primary care physicians, and case management.

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

Adaptive riding lessons are taught by PATH International certified instructors. Lesson plans take into account the participant's physical, emotional, and mental strengths and limitations. Classes include arena riding, trail rides, and group activities.

8-10 week long mental and behavioral health programs focused on helping young people ages 8-18 years old identify their feelings and needs, manage behaviors, overcome individual challenges and obstacles, set clear and attainable goals, and continually review progress towards meeting those goals.

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.

Every summer, The Salvation Army helps kids of all ages go to camp at Camp Arnold at Timberlake. Summer Camp experiences are offered based upon the age of the camper. For more information about sending your child to camp, contact The Salvation Army in Bellingham.

A holiday gift assistance program for families living in the Blaine School District who are facing difficult financial circumstances. Gifts are arranged in a store-like setting where parents can purchase brand new, unwrapped toys marked down about 75%. Voucher assistance is available for families needing extra help.

Serves families with children ages birth to five to ensure access to quality early childhood services for families in the Nooksack Valley School District. The focus of the birth to five programs is to support each and every child’s individual development, ensuring school readiness when entering kindergarten.

A cohort-style outdoor education program for youth in grades 2 - 12. Outings focus on developing naturalist knowledge, cultivating leadership skills, and creating lasting connections to nature and community.

Provides merit-based summer scholarships to middle and high school public school students in Whatcom County. Students may apply for summer enrichment camps in a variety of areas such as music, science, art, debate, technology, dance, leadership and many others.

A year-round substance use prevention and mentoring program that meets bi-monthly on weekends, for youth ages 9-12 or teens ages 13-17 affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. All camp activities are provided free of charge.

Your guide to recreation and educational opportunities in Bellingham. The new Playbook (formerly known as the Leisure guide) provides a complete listing of recreation activities available throughout Bellingham.

Designed for children ages 0-6 and their adult(s). Wild Things is a place-based community program that visits local parks each month to see what nature has to offer.

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.

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Medical forensic evaluation services available for children who are victims of abuse.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Strengthening families and students by helping them with basic needs and linking them to local resources. Resources include basic needs, such as food, clothing and housing; school supplies; energy assistance; GED and ELL classes; family literacy; domestic violence resources; and medicaid enrollment.

Coordinates a bleeding disorders summer camp for families in conjunction with the Puget Sound Blood Center's Hemophilia Program. Provides informal social gatherings for peer groups, their friends and families. Nurses and doctors accompanies participants during the camp.

Library-created learning resources for both parents and educators to help children become their best selves. Resources include Early Literacy Kits, Preschool Theme Kits, Baby Boxes, People of the Salish Sea Curriculum Kits, homeschooling resources, and more. Additionally, call your local branch to schedule a school visit to the library, or to request a library visit to your school.

Same-day in-person and virtual (video) visits for children and teens ages 4 through 17 in Washington state who need urgent mental health support.

Annual program available for graduates of Whatcom Dream's Financial Empowerment courses. Participants can shop for brand new toys and gifts at a 75% to 90% discount from the retail price.

Grants Little Wishes to children ages 6 to 18 for ongoing support of lessons and activities including, but not limited to, art lessons, music lessons, martial arts, team sports, swimming lessons, dance, gymnastics, ice skating, ice hockey, horseback riding, and soccer.\u200b

Confidential mental health services for adults, adolescents, children, couples, families, and groups. Services include psychotherapy, counseling, psychological evaluation, mental health assessment, chemical dependency assessment and treatment, ADHD assessment, and more.