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Provides library services state-wide, at the library and by mail, to any Washington resident unable to read standard print material due to blindness, visual impairment, deaf-blindness, physical disability (cannot hold a book or turn pages), or reading disability.

Provides assistance to people who meet requirements for disability. SSDI pays benefits to you and certain family members if you are “insured.” This means that you worked long enough – and recently enough - and paid Social Security taxes on your earnings.

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.

Provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness who have income and resources below specific financial limits. SSI payments are also made to people age 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial qualifications.

If you are struggling to afford necessary home repairs or need help making modifications to your home due to changing mobility and ability needs related to aging, injury, or emerging disability, call the WHRC Hotline for help determining if there is a program in your area that would be a match for your needs.

Health care coverage, cash assistance, and case management for individuals age 65 and over, blind or disabled and who meet income and resource requirements. Cash assistance and a referral to the Housing and Essential Needs program available to eligible individuals who are determined likely to meet Supplemental Security Income disability criteria based on an impairment(s) expected to last at least 12 consecutive months. This program provides maximum monthly cash grant of $450 for a single individual or $570 for a married couple.

Organizing for a future where nondrivers can access our communities.

Serves to empower disabled advocates across the state of Washington to collaborate, strategize, and mobilize on Washington State legislation impacting individuals with disabilities.

Produces videos and social media campaigns exclusively on disability rights issues. These platforms are for people with disabilities, disability rights advocates, and their allies to learn, connect, and organize for change.

Advocates for effective, humane, and therapeutic treatment in institutional settings. Facilities may include hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing facilities, Residential Habilitation Centers, enhanced services facilities, and immigration detention facilities.

Comprehensive collection of relevant Washington Administrative Code and guidance documents for people with autism spectrum disorder and related intellectual and developmental disabilities in Washington State.

Resources for parents and professionals to learn the laws and strategies specific to students who are deaf, deafblind, deaf plus, or hard of hearing.

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. 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.

Works with Whatcom County businesses to provide employment services to people with disabilities in our community. Services include help with getting and keeping a job, job coaching and on-site support, goal setting and career consulting, resume writing and interviewing skills practice, and empowerment and advocacy.

Los programas de apoyo de Padres a padres ofrecen apoyo emocional e información a las familias de niños con diferencias y retrasos del desarrollo o enfermedades crónicas.

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

Online library of resources that provide support, training, and information to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities.

Summer camp programs for adults and teens with developmental and physical disabilities.

Pediatric physical therapists are movement specialists who work with children with a wide range of diagnoses from infancy through adolescence. They help children work towards functioning independently and promote participation in various activities at home, school, and the community. Kids in Motion offers both Center-Based or Home-Based care.

Advocacy opportunities that aim to ensure the needs of persons with developmental disabilities are met with appropriate health and social services.

10% reduced rates for utilities provided by the city of Everson including water and sewer, available for low-income seniors and disabled adults exempt from Whatcom County property taxes.

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.

Non-profit organization that offers in-home care and support services to adults with developmental disabilities.

Families that need support with services and resources meet with a trained Parent Advocate to formulate a strategy to obtain services tailored to the needs of their family member. These needs may include special education services, future planning for adult services such as guardianship, government assistance such as Medicaid, or conflict resolution regarding standards of care.

Free community paddling session for all ages and abilities. Paddle partners and adaptive equipment are provided to increase accessibility.