An intensive treatment program that works with parents and children together to improve the quality of the parent-child relationship and to teach parents the skills necessary to manage their child's severe behavior problems. Appropriate for children ages 2 to 7 with behavioral concerns.

Free one-on-one financial coaching for people with disabilities in Washington and Oregon. Topics include credit, savings, debt, budgeting, banking, identity protection, benefits, and assistive technology.

Available for free to all families and individuals living in a county where federal or state-declared disaster has occurred. Create a personalized recovery plan, receive ongoing support and assistance completing applications for FEMA aid and submitting relevant insurance claims.

Provides essential supplies and services for families with newborns, including baby care products, support groups, and education. Designed for Spanish speaking families.

The WCLS Bookmobile visits Glenhaven, Birch Bay, Wickersham, and Lake Samish each week. Homebound Services staff deliver library materials to retirement homes, nursing homes, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities each month as well as to individuals who are permanently homebound.

Evidence-based classroom program that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of aggression among schoolchildren by raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy. The program is designed for children ages 5 to 13.

Serves families with children ages birth to five to ensure access to quality early childhood services for families in the Nooksack Valley School District. The focus of the birth to five programs is to support each and every child’s individual development, ensuring school readiness when entering kindergarten.

This virtual workshop series offers all women opportunities to connect, learn new skills, and feel empowered on your journey to fulfilling your goals, dreams, and purpose.

ESOL classes offered at basic and intermediate levels for people who want to develop basic English literacy and improve language skills for the workplace. Classes include ESOL Basic through Level 4, and Citizenship Test Preparation. Classes are held two days a week for 2 hours.

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.

Series of virtual classes on the pitfalls of debt and how to increase monthly income. Topics vary weekly across 6 week cycles.

Provides ongoing training and consultation for students, providers and organizations who work with women during the perinatal period. This includes counselors, social workers, lactation providers, OB/GYN, midwives and doulas, home visiting nurses as well as larger health organizations.

General Education Diploma graduates will find themselves better qualified for employment advancements.

A free 6-week education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens whom are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or whom have already been diagnosed.

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.

These multi-hour free classes cover the homebuying process from the very beginning to move-in. Upon completion participants earn a certificate from the Washington State Housing Finance Commission. The certificate allows you to take advantage of special loan products and is a requirement for any of the WSHFC’s affordable loan products. Virtual and In-person classes available, check website for dates/times.

If you cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms or are physically unable to install a smoke alarm, the Red Cross may be able to help by installing free smoke alarms in homes and educating communities about home fire safety.

At each weekly appointment, clients meet one-on-one with a trained peer mentor for one hour. With each lesson that is completed, clients earn “baby bucks” for supplies such as diapers, wipes, clothing, blankets, and much more.

A Debt Management Program is a structured repayment plan that helps you pay off your unsecured debts more easily. Often, it comes with the added benefits of lower interest rates and waived fees.

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 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.

Free annual summer camp program to prepare rising high school seniors for college.

Provides support and information related to prenatal and postpartum health. Services include prenatal and postpartum education groups, breastfeeding groups, transportation assistance during pregnancy, hospital tours in English and Spanish, behavioral health counseling, dental care, WIC, and chemical dependency services.

Financial assistance to individuals with chronic kidney disease.

Extends the knowledge of WSU research and benefits of horticulture to the Whatcom County community through courses, partnerships, and other resources. Includes the Master Gardener program, the We Grow Garden, and more.