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Services include certified behavioral health and chemical dependency treatment, outpatient treatment and medication management, jail transition services, behavioral health case management, individual therapy, and specialty groups.

A faith-based transitional living facility for homeless women and children who may be struggling from addiction, domestic violence, human trafficking, or a crisis pregnancy. Services include safe clean rooms and warm beds, 24 hour support staff, services for pregnant women, weekly case management, life skills classes, access to community resources, help with finding permanent housing, options for employment and continuing education, and more.

A point of entry to local, state and federal benefits and services for veterans. Services include burial assistance, compensation and pension assistance, employment assistance, health services, housing assistance, legal assistance, social service programs, temporary financial assistance, and transportation.

A place to foster comradeship with veterans and family. Regular meetings on second Tuesday, Post may be open more frequently.

Provides a safe, inclusive, community-oriented space where peers can support peers in their unique recovery journey.

Washington state benefit for workers. Paid time off for those faced with health conditions that prevent working, or when time off is needed to care for a family member, bond with a new child, or spend time with a family member preparing for overseas military service.

Services to support refugee and immigrant families and individuals in Washington State. Services include cash, food, and medical benefits; employment and training; naturalization services; health and mental health services; and more.

Offers services including cover letter and resume training, as well as interview practice, to job seekers who are on Medicaid.

Apartments designated for individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system and are otherwise homeless in Whatcom County. Referrals to this program are made through the Whatcom County Coordinated Entry program managed by Opportunity Council.

Free one-on-one business coaching and assistance for potential and existing entrepreneurs in starting, growing, and managing a small business, navigating the gig economy, or managing self-employment income. NWAF assists: all disabilities, all income levels, ages 16 and up, and all types of businesses with under 5 employees.

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.

Improving quality of life by coordinating health and social services. Services include comprehensive care management, care coordination and health promotion, transition planning, individual and family support, referral to relevant community and social support services, and health education.

Residential supports for adults offered in a comfortable, home atmosphere. All homes are open to any individual, including those with mental, physical and cognitive disabilities.

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

A place to foster comradeship with veterans and family. Regular meetings on first Thursday, Post may be open more frequently.

Assists federally funded Basic Food (SNAP) participants gain skills and training, such as writing cover letters and resumes, and prepare for interviews to increase their ability to attain a living wage career.

Free part-day preschool program in the Ferndale area for income eligible families with children between the ages of 3 and 5. The half day program offers morning and afternoon options. This inclusive preschool program serves all children, including those with disabilities, and can coordinate with school district services to support a child’s special education and healthcare needs. Families enrolled in the program have access to the full range of Opportunity Council community resources including case management, parent and employment education opportunities, and more.

Weekly gathering to connect with fellow job seekers. Participate in networking, peer support, and advice to assist in searching for work.

A 32-bed facility in Everett that provides specialized residential treatment for men and women with substance use and mental health disorders. Co-occurring specialty program is designed to serve individuals who have been diagnosed by an agency as having both a substance use and mental health disorder.

Free school-day preschool program (6.5 hours) in 9 locations throughout Whatcom County for income eligible families with children between the ages of 3 and 5. This inclusive preschool program serves all children, including those with disabilities, and can coordinate with school district services to support a child’s special education and healthcare needs. Families enrolled in the program have access to the full range of Opportunity Council community resources including case management, parent and employment education opportunities, and more.

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

Department of Justice recognized provider of legal services including citizenship, green card replacement and renewal, employment authorization and more.

Provides job search support, career exploration, computer use, training on resumes and cover letters, and interview preparation. Job training programs for youth, adults, and mature workers, as well as worker retraining.

A point of entry to local, state and federal benefits and services for veterans. Services include burial assistance, compensation and pension assistance, employment assistance, health services, housing assistance, legal assistance, social service programs, temporary financial assistance, and transportation.

Programs for people with developmental disabilities, including services for personal care, respite, employment, residential supports, and more.