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Provides community education and creates awareness for child abuse and neglect. The outreach team hosts events, engages with schools and local community organizations, and leads educational classes.

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

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

Mental health assessments are provided to all child 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.

Provides an array of advocacy and case management services to Nooksack children and families involving child welfare, domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Programs include Indian Child Welfare Program and Independent Living, Extended Foster Care, Tl’ils Ta’á’altha Program, Men and Boys Outreach and Advocacy Program, Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Program, and Child Protection Team.

A comprehensive preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 from income eligible families. This program provides children and families with information and access to child health and development, nutrition, behavioral health, family goal setting and resources.

Provides affordable childcare for children 1 month to 6 years old from families of all income levels. Tuition assistance available, DSHS/TANF assistance accepted.

WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition/breastfeeding education program that helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well, learn about nutrition and breastfeeding, and stay healthy.

A statewide toll-free help line available to parents, caregivers, and anyone who has questions about a child in their community. The Family Help Line can help you find resources, parenting classes, and community events, and can provide you with someone to talk to and problem solve with.

Early childhood preschool programs provide a language-based curriculum to students ages 3-4 who have been identified with developmental delays and qualify for special education services. Programs provide direct, integrated, and/or consultative services to students with mild to moderate disabilities in general education. Contact your school district to apply.

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.

Coordinated primary medical and dental care for children and adolescents, including well-child visits, newborn care, developmental screenings, immunizations, sports exams, and specialty referrals.

Play group for children ages 0 - 5. Meet weekly to connect with families and caregivers around songs, stories, and show and tell, and offer support as needed.

Serves children ages 3 through 5 who have a disability as well as students who do not have a disability (peer models). Students who qualify for Special Education services are enrolled and served as they turn 3 years of age. Children who do not qualify for Special Education services but who are ages 3 to 5 may apply to be enrolled.

Free school-day preschool program (6.5 hours) in 9 locations throughout Whatcom County for income eligible families with children between the ages of 3 and 5. 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.

Childcare and early learning programming available at the Laurel Forest Early Learning Center in downtown Bellingham for children between the ages 18 months and 5 years. This inclusive preschool childcare 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. Childcare available from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm for working families.

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

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.

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.

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

The death of a family member, friend, or other significant person is a lifelong loss for children. The Grief Support Resource Library was created as an online tool for those supporting a child who is grieving.

Provides children ages 6-18 in need with new socks, shoes, and backpacks. Primary program is a week-long event before the school year. During the school year, inquire with Blue Skies.

Therapy services for individual adults, children and adolescents, couples, families and groups.