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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.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Community Engagement provider to receive one-on-one support to introduce community resources and create lasting relationships, develop goals and strategies, and learn skills that will facilitate integration into the community. This program is contracted through DDA and must be approved by your case manager prior to program start.

Provides emotional support and information to families of children with developmental disabilities, delays, and ongoing health care needs

An electronic technology program that can locate missing persons using a unique frequency associated with a particular individual. Enrollment in Project Lifesaver includes equipment maintenance, battery changes, and upfront equipment costs. This program is for anyone who might have a tendency to wander, but who might not have the ability to find their way home again including people with dementia, autism, Down's syndrome, and traumatic brain injuries.

Provides funds to families in need to help cover costs associated with medical bills, therapies and numerous other aspects of supporting a child or young adult on the autism spectrum. Applicants can request a yearly grant up to $1,000 to help cover the costs to get the care, support and items needed.

Support group focused on mental health counseling for parents who have children on the autism spectrum.

Community home for adults with developmental disabilities.

Program offering reduction in property taxes for eligible residents. Applicants must be seniors or disabled adults, own and occupy the property in question, and meet disposable income limits.

Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Recreation Leader to receive one-on-one support to create an individualized, goal-oriented and community-based recreation experience. This service is highly flexible and allows for people to schedule sessions that are tailored and designed based on short-term and long-term goals.

Program that distributes specialized telecommunication equipment to enable Washington residents to have independent use of the telephone.

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.

Reduced cost for utilities provided by the City of Blaine, including electric, water, sewage, and storm water. Available for low-income seniors or disabled adults.

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