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A warm and friendly place for seniors and other members of the community to gather for food, fun and community events each week.
Confidentially ask for support online. The Ask an Advocate page is monitored Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm. You should receive a message back within 72-hours. If you need to speak with someone immediately, please call the helpline.

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Sexual Assault Survivors
One-on-One Support
Support Network
Community Support Services
Help Escape Violence
Virtual Support
Domestic Violence Survivors
A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.
A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.
A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.
Classes for adults to work together to study reading, writing, and speaking in English. Classes include Talk Time (practicing English conversation), preparing for the GED (General Education Diploma), citizenship test preparation, learning and improving basic computer skills, and open computer lab for learning how to use online educational resources. Find the current class schedule online.

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English as a Second Language (ESL)
Computer or Internet Access
Citizenship & Immigration
Limited English
Immigrants
Adults
Education
More Education
Basic Literacy
Computer Class
Free WiFi available at WCLS libraries, including access from library parking lots. You can borrow a library laptop for use on library property. One hour limit, based on availability.

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Computer or Internet Access
Community Support Services
Free WiFi available at WCLS libraries, including access from library parking lots. You can borrow a library laptop for use on library property. One hour limit, based on availability.

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Computer or Internet Access
Community Support Services
Provides various programs that create stronger well-being for all Tribal members.
Library meeting and conference rooms are available for reservation when they are not being used by library groups or government organizations. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis and may be made no more than 24 weeks in advance.
Library meeting and conference rooms are available for reservation when they are not being used by library groups or government organizations. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis and may be made no more than 24 weeks in advance.
Navigating the legal system can be challenging. DVSAS advocates can help with protection orders, court preparation and accompaniment, and law enforcement reporting.

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Sexual Assault Survivors
One-on-One Support
Community Support Services
Legal
Navigating the System
Domestic Violence Survivors
Advocacy & Legal Aid
Help Escape Violence
Provides affordable home Internet for qualifying households as well as low-cost computers, free WiFi hotspots, and free Internet training. Sign up for Internet Essentials for $14.95/month with no annual contract and free equipment.

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Computer or Internet Access
Help Pay for Internet or Phone
Financial Assistance
Low-Income
Benefit Recipients
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.

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Children
Clothes for School
Families
Community Support Services
Navigating the System
Connects Ferndale School District families and students with local resources that address the needs of the whole child to promote student success.

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Families
Teens
Children
Navigating the System
Community Support Services
Variety of classes, activities, and events to build community, practice lifelong learning, and maintain fitness.

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Seniors
Recreation
Exercise & Fitness
Community Support Services
Bellingham Public Library provides Outreach services to Bellingham residents who, because of age, illness, or long-term disability, are unable to visit the library in person. Individuals who are confined to their homes may arrange to have a family member, volunteer, or caregiver pick up and deliver pre-selected library materials to them. Monthly service is scheduled at various Assisted Living / Health Care facilities in Bellingham.

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Seniors
Disability
Community Support Services
A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.
A library card allows you to check out materials and access digital content. Through the Whatcom Libraries Collaborate program, your library card can be used for services at other libraries throughout the county.
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.

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Families
Children
Near Homeless
Homeless
Housing
Community Support Services
Navigating the System
The Bellingham Public Library has partnered with the Whatcom Museum, the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention, and Mindport Exhibits to offer complimentary general admission to each museum. A Museum Pass allows free entry for up to 4 people, valid for use on the date and at the museum selected when registering. Each family is eligible for a pass for each museum every 60 days. Register online using the library calendar of events.
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.

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Supplies for School
Students
Families
Parents
Community Support Services
Children
More Education
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.

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Supplies for School
Students
Families
Parents
Community Support Services
Children
More Education
Advocacy counselors provide safety planning, emotional support, crisis intervention, and referrals through the helpline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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Sexual Assault Survivors
Help Hotlines
Community Support Services
One-on-One Support
In Crisis
Immediate Safety
Support Network
Domestic Violence Survivors
Help Escape Violence
Library meeting and conference rooms are available for reservation when they are not being used by library groups or government organizations. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis and may be made no more than 24 weeks in advance.

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