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McKinney-Vento Program - Ferndale Family Resource Center

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

What's Here

Transportation for School
Housing
Families
Navigating the System
Near Homeless
Homeless
Community Support Services
Children (2-12 years old)

PREPARES Diaper Giveaway - St. Joseph Church

As part of the larger PREPARES program, St. Joseph Catholic Church organizes a regular drop-in event to provide diapers, wipes, and other family supplies. All are welcome to receive support and attendees can sign up for more support through PREPARES state program.

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Families
Diapers
Infants (<1 year old)
Home Goods
Baby Supplies

Kinship Care - Opportunity Council Community Resource Center

Offers support services for grandparents or other non-parental caregivers of children in their custody in Whatcom, Island and San Juan County.

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Adoption & Foster Care
Guardianship
Families
Adoption & Foster Parenting
Post-Adoption Support

Family Support Services - Brigid Collins Family Support Center

All case management services are free and voluntary and are offered to biological relative and foster caregivers. Services include case management for families navigating a crisis or the after-effects of trauma, and on-call services.

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Case Management
Families

MAD HOPE - Roosevelt Neighborhood Resource Center

Youth suicide prevention program with trainings designed by youth and the community. Training is based on current suicide prevention research, and aims to open up a conversation about suicide, help combat stigma surrounding mental illnesses and suicide, and help others learn how to identify and intervene with a loved one.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Families
Children (2-12 years old)
Education
Understand Mental Health
Health Education
Health
Suicidal Thoughts
Parents

The Christmas Shoppe - The Whatcom Dream

Annual program available for graduates of Whatcom Dream's Financial Empowerment courses. Participants can shop for brand new toys and gifts at a 75% to 90% discount from the retail price.

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Toys & Gifts
Goods
Families
Low-Income
Children (2-12 years old)

Down Syndrome Outreach Program - Dan Godwin Community Center

Families needing information and education specifically related to Down syndrome are provided a trained Parent Advocate to address their needs. Families are also connected to other families to develop natural peer support through fun, family-friendly events throughout the year.

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Understand Disability
Development Disability
Families
All Disabilities

Nooksack Youth and Family Services Department - Nooksack Family Services

Provides an array of advocacy and case management services to Nooksack children and families involving child welfare, domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Programs include Indian Child Welfare Program and Independent Living, Extended Foster Care, Tl’ils Ta’á’altha Program, Men and Boys Outreach and Advocacy Program, Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Program, and Child Protection Team.

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Physical Safety
Families
Foster Youth
Domestic Violence Survivors
Abuse or Neglect Survivors
Adoption & Foster Care
Sexual Assault Survivor
Children (2-12 years old)
Immediate Safety

Information and Referrals - Dawson Place

Information about child advocacy, support, and more. Referrals given as needed to help child victims and families receive the services they need.

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Navigating the System
Teens (13-19 years old)
Abuse or Neglect Survivors
Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Sexual Assault Survivor

Legislative Advocacy - Dan Godwin Community Center

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

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All Disabilities
Development Disability
Families

Parenting Education - Brigid Collins Family Support Center

Designed to meet the needs of busy parents, Brigid Collins offers affordable, customizable parent coaching and support. Both one-on-one coaching (with a free initial consultation) and group seminars are available.

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Families
Support Groups
One-on-One Support
Parents
Parenting Education

Investigation and Prosecution Services - Dawson Place

Every service needed to investigate and prosecute a case involving a child victim of physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect is available at Dawson Place.

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Abuse or Neglect Survivors
Teens (13-19 years old)
Sexual Assault Survivor
Families
Legal
Children (2-12 years old)

Family Medicine - North Sound Family Medicine

Comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages, including services by MDs, DOs, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

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Families
Primary Care

Child Protective Services - Bellingham DCFS Office

A state agency that investigates reports of child abuse and neglect.

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Families
Children (2-12 years old)
Physical Safety

Parents and Educators Learning Resources - Northwest Drive Library Express

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.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Supplies for School
Community Support Services
Parents
More Education
Students
Families

Lummi Children's Service

Provides a continuum of culturally relevant support services to children and families of the Lummi Nation in the area of foster care, alternative parental care, and intervention/prevention.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Families

Economic Security for All - Opportunity Council Early Learning and Family Services

The EcSA program helps families achieve financial success by paving a path to build a meaningful career and create confidence through financial literacy. Families with children who receive SNAP benefits are eligible to enroll.

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Financial Education
Money
Benefit Recipients
Families

Family Medicine - Bellingham Bay Family Medicine

Comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages, including services by MDs, DOs, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

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Families
Primary Care

Family Housing - Lydia Place

Provides intensive case management paired with a variety of targeted interventions to homeless families with children, including but not limited to: emergency motel placements, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, and rapid rehousing services. Apply for housing programs at Opportunity Council.

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Homeless
Housing
Short-Term Housing
Families
Long-Term Housing

McKinney-Vento Program - Mount Baker High School

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

What's Here

Navigating the System
Near Homeless
Transportation for School
Housing
Children (2-12 years old)
Community Support Services
Homeless
Families

Preschool Summer Camps - Wild Whatcom

Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Activities include half-day outdoor adventures and mentor-facilitated learning.

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Preschool
Children (2-12 years old)
Preschoolers (3-4 years old)
Recreation
Families
Day Camp

Pediatric Occupational Therapy and Family Coaching - Learning Coach

Therapy services for children to aid in development, incorporating family and a variety of approaches.

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Occupational Therapy
Families
Children (2-12 years old)
Family Counseling

Parks and Recreation Playbook - City of Bellingham

Your guide to recreation and educational opportunities in Bellingham. The new Playbook (formerly known as the Leisure guide) provides a complete listing of recreation activities available throughout Bellingham.

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Families
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)

Blaine and Birch Bay Community Toy Store - The CAP Center

A holiday gift assistance program for families living in the Blaine School District who are facing difficult financial circumstances. Gifts are arranged in a store-like setting where parents can purchase brand new, unwrapped toys marked down about 75%. Voucher assistance is available for families needing extra help.

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Goods
Toys & Gifts
Families
Children (2-12 years old)

Grief Support Resource Library - National Alliance for Children’s Grief

The death of a family member, friend, or other significant person is a lifelong loss for children. The Grief Support Resource Library was created as an online tool for those supporting a child who is grieving.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Navigating the System
Grieving
Parents
Families
Virtual Support

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