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Provides a continuum of culturally relevant support services to children and families of the Lummi Nation in the area of foster care, alternative parental care, and intervention/prevention.

Provides kids with arthritis and related childhood rheumatic diseases and their families a chance to have fun, build confidence and make lasting memories together. Connect Groups provide supportive social connections and are inclusive to parents/guardians of children or adults living with all types of arthritis and rheumatic diseases. These virtual or in person groups bring people together for fun social and informative educational events and activities focused on mutual support and positive coping strategies for living well.

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.

A non-profit organization that helps children with disabilities, 20 years and younger, obtain medical and adaptive equipment or therapy services not provided by insurance.

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.

During the school year, K-6 students can participate in a variety of activities that cover five different aspects (Academics, Enrichment, Culture, Power Up Fitness, and Project Based Learning). Tutoring is also available to grades 7-12.

Counseling services available to children and teens.

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.

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.

Mental health assessments are provided to all child victims of abuse.

Child Care Aware can help you find out if you quailify for financial assistance, navigate the state subsidy system, get a list of referrals for providers and connect you with other services. Subsidies are availabe for families who have low incomes, do seasonal work, have special needs or situations, are full-time college students, and more.

Counseling services available to children and teens.

A child-friendly center located in Bellingham, WA. The CAC provides a place in which a team of trained professionals interview and support children who may have been abused.

Provides a weekly group clinic to learn tennis skills at the Bellingham Training and Tennis Club. Open to ages 6 -18, with rackets, balls, shoes available. Clinics run 7 or 8 weeks per session after-school or over the weekend.

Youth suicide prevention program with trainings designed by youth and the community. Training is based on current suicide prevention research, and aims to open up a conversation about suicide, help combat stigma surrounding mental illnesses and suicide, and help others learn how to identify and intervene with a loved one.

Helps eligible families pay for child care. When a family qualifies for child care subsidy benefits and chooses an eligible provider, the state pays a portion of the cost of child care. Parents may be responsible for a copayment to their provider each month.

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.

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.

Free and low cost workshops for youth (4th-12th grade) to gain skills in conflict resolution.

If a forensic interview is requested by law enforcement for a child ages 3 - 17 who is a victim of abuse, you will be interviewed by a Child Interview Specialist.

Before and after school "clubhouse" programs for grades K-12 impact kids positively through academic success, good citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and athletic programs. Athletic programming varies by location.

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 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.

Holiday toy donation program. Toys are distributed to families through local assistance agencies and organizations, schools or churches that support them.