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Monthly support group for families with Autistic children. Support is oriented to families with "newly" diagnosed children but all are welcome. Child supervision available for families who sign up in advance.

Service to help guardians find temporary day care for short term demand.

Individuals and families living in Washington may receive up to $1,290 back if they meet certain eligibility requirements. Check eligibility online or call for more information.

Adaptive year-round programming for children and their families living with life-altering medical conditions. Programs include condition specific summer camps where children can have fun while connecting with peer facing similar challenges, Family Weekend opportunities, and other events throughout the year.

Multi-week classes to help parents and youth communicate better and encourage positive youth development. For parents/caregivers with 10-14 year old children. Dinner provided. Provided at various locations, check website for available programs.

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.

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 screening to identify any factors that may interfere with a child’s learning, growth and development. The screening is also provided to help parents identify their child’s strengths and weaknesses and provide home suggestions and/or further evaluation if needed in any area of concern. Any child, birth to five, whose family or care givers would like more information about their child’s development can contact their local school district to receive a free Child Find Screening.

Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Children spend time connecting with and learning about our local natural environment as well as getting used to group dynamics and following instructions.

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.

GRADS (Graduation, Reality, And Dual-role Skills) is a program for pregnant and parenting students that provides the academic and childcare support necessary to stay in high school and graduate. Available at no cost to parents under age 21 who live in Whatcom County.

Connects Ferndale School District families and students with local resources that address the needs of the whole child to promote student success. Provides connection with services for basic needs, clothing and housing assistance, healthcare access, holiday assistance and more.

If your child is on Apple Health medical, has special health care needs, and is 3 years or older, you can use the Apple Health Provider One medical to buy diapers from eligible vendors. Limit 200 diapers per month. See link for more details.

Provides resources and support for families and medical professionals looking for services for children birth to 21 in Whatcom County with known or suspected special health care needs.

A permanent, nationwide Summer EBT program to support children who lose access to free and reduced-price school meals during the summer months. Provides $120 in food benefits to each eligible child. For updates and application information, sign up for text-based alerts at textsunbucks.dshs.wa.gov.

Serves families with children from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or disabilities in order to maximize each child’s development.

An after school program that connects kids with the outdoors through exploration, play, art, and nature activities. Available for grades K-5.

An annual event in partnership with We Care and local churches to provide families with brand new toys for the holidays, up to two per child, at a 75% markdown from retail prices. Referral required: families can sign up with a number of local school districts and agencies, then shop for toys at NW Baptist Church.

Free part-day preschool program in the Ferndale area for income eligible families with children between the ages of 3 and 5. The half day program offers morning and afternoon options. This inclusive preschool program serves all children, including those with disabilities, and can coordinate with school district services to support a child’s special education and healthcare needs. Families enrolled in the program have access to the full range of Opportunity Council community resources including case management, parent and employment education opportunities, and more.

Provides families with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care providers through coaching, technical assistance, behavioral consultation, and professional development opportunities.

Summer camp programs for grades 1-8. Activities include all-day outdoor adventures, mentor-facilitated learning and discovery, and wilderness skills development.

The community garden grows children's minds as well as fresh produce.

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.

Hotline providing youth with on-call attorney consultations.

Pediatric services can help with a child's primary and special health needs, as well as emergencies.