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Provides individuals with resources and options to make informed choices about living, learning, and working independently. Provides information related to disability rights and services, and assists with accessing local and state resources.

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.

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.

Designated Crisis Responders provide legal assessment of grave disability and/or danger to self or others as a result of a mental health or substance use disorder for possible involuntary detention to a behavioral health facility. As a component of the evaluation, it must be determined that other, less restrictive options for stabilization of the crisis have been ruled out or deemed inappropriate.

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.

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.

A resource library for the Washington Homeownership Resource Center. Includes resources for Seniors, Veterans, people with a disability, Black homeowners, and renters.

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\xa0Assisted Living / Health Care facilities in Bellingham.

Investigates complaints alleging disability discrimination against a state or local government or a public accommodation (private business including, for example, a restaurant, doctor's office, retail store, hotel, etc. ). A complaint can be filed online or by mail. Those unable to write because of their disability and are unable to submit a complaint online, by mail, or facsimile, the Department can scribe the complaint by phone or, for individuals who communicate by American Sign Language, by videophone.

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.

Combines financial coaching with benefits planning, providing specialized support to assist with planning for a future of financial security and supported independence. Services are offered free of charge to youth ages 14-25 who self-identify with a disability.

Primary care doctors help you stay healthy and prevent illness. Conditions treated include behavioral health issues, chronic illness, developmental delay/disability, minor aches & pains, minor infections, minor injuries, routine illness, and sexual health.

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.

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.

Works to end the abuse and neglect of people with disabilities who are currently incarcerated in Washington State, while also supporting long-term efforts toward disability justice.

A free overnight workshop for youth ages 16-24 who experience disability, plan to live independently, and have career or educational goals. The workshop focuses on preparing for college and/or employment and learning independent living skills.

Provides curb-to-curb (and if needed, door-to-door) transportation to riders whose disability prevents them from riding fixed route bus system. \u200bEveryone who rides paratransit must qualify and be approved before riding. Read about paratransit eligibility online.

Empowering individuals with vision loss to live independently in their homes and communities. Participants are matched with a local provider for several home base sessions to learn skills for adapting to visual disability, how to use aids and device to assist in regular tasks, and how to emotionally adjust to vision changes.

Primary care doctors help you stay healthy and prevent illness. Conditions treated include behavioral health issues, chronic illness, developmental delay/disability, minor aches & pains, minor infections, minor injuries, routine illness, and sexual health.