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Washington’s Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens - Seattle Children's

Connects families with mental health providers who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The Referral Service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in Washington state. Teens between the ages of 13 and 17 can also call the Referral Service to find providers for themselves. For interpretation services, call 866-583-1527.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Health
Mental Health Care
Navigating the System
Teens (13-19 years old)
Families
Help Find Healthcare

Wild Things - Wild Whatcom

Designed for children ages 0-6 and their adult(s). Wild Things is a place-based community program that visits local parks each month to see what nature has to offer.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Parents
Environmental Education
Families

Child Care Check - Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Washington State's licensed child care status and record database. Search providers and find out background check statuses, licensing history, monitoring reports and more.

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Childcare
Children (2-12 years old)
Help Find Childcare
Daytime Care
Families

Adaptive Splash - CBC Wheelhouse

Free community paddling session for all ages and abilities. Paddle partners and adaptive equipment are provided to increase accessibility.

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Recreation
Physical Disability
Families

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy - Parenting Academy

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.

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Family Counseling
Families
Counseling
Support Network
Parenting Education
Parents

Preschool and Child Care - Opportunity Council Early Learning and Family Services

Childcare and early learning programming available at the Laurel Forest Early Learning Center in downtown Bellingham for children between the ages 18 months and 5 years. This inclusive preschool childcare 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. Childcare available from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm for working families.

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Preschoolers (3-4 years old)
Special Education
Preschool
Education
Childcare
Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Head Start

Hands and Voices Family Toolkit - Washington State Hands and Voices

Resources to help support families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH).

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Care
Support Network
Families
Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Children (2-12 years old)
Navigating the System

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

Family Help Line - Parent Trust for Washington Children

A statewide toll-free help line available to parents, caregivers, and anyone who has questions about a child in their community. The Family Help Line can help you find resources, parenting classes, and community events, and can provide you with someone to talk to and problem solve with.

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Parenting Education
Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Help Hotlines
Support Network
Navigating the System
Community Support Services
Parents

Hope Restored - Hillcrest Church

Provides support for the caregivers/parents of foster and adoptive families. Services include grants for fostering or adoption, monthly support group, and training and resources.

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Support Network
Post-Adoption Support
Families
Adoption & Foster Care
Support Groups
Adoption & Foster Parenting

Child Care for Families Experiencing Homelessness - Child Care Aware of Washington

Families with young children who are experiencing homelessness can get help finding child care at no cost to them for up to 12 months. Child care offers young children experiencing homelessness a safe place to play and learn, healthy food and a chance to make friends.

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Help Find Childcare
Help Pay for Childcare
Families
Homeless
Childcare
Children (2-12 years old)

Sensational Toddlers - Whatcom Center for Early Learning

A 12 week-long parent-child program for children ages 18 months to 3 years, with and without special needs. Check online for registration openings.

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Families
Parents
Toddlers (1-2 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)

McKinney-Vento Program - Carl Cozier Elementary 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.

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

Guide By Your Side - Washington State Hands and Voices

Unbiased emotional support and resources provided by trained Parent Guides to families with children with hearing loss.

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Parents
Peer Support
Support Network
Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Care
One-on-One Support
Families
Navigating the System
Children (2-12 years old)

Family Medicine - Lynden 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

Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares - NAMI of Whatcom County

En los Grupos de Apoyo para Familiares de NAMI, las familias se ayudan los unos a otros mediante el uso de sus experiencias y aprendizajes de cómo lidiar con las enfermedades mentales. Cada dos semanas los Miércoles a las 5:00 - 6:00 PM.

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Support Groups
All Mental Health
Peer Support
Families

Parents and Educators Learning Resources - Point Roberts Library

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

Basics for Babies - Opportunity Council Community Resource Center

Provides one sleeve of diapers and one pack of wipes per visit to families in Whatcom County. To be eligible, a family must have children ages 0-5 yrs old, household income must be 60% AMI or less, and the family must not have other resources to cover the cost of items.

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Diapers
Baby Supplies
Goods
Infants (<1 year old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Families

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

Subsidized Housing Programs - Bellingham Whatcom County Housing Authority

Bellingham Housing Authority owns and manages properties that are rented to eligible households at a subsidized rate. This program can serve families, seniors, and those with disabilities. Households pay 30% of their income for rent.

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Public Housing
Seniors (55+ years old)
Long-Term Housing
All Disabilities
Housing
Families
Low-Income
Help Pay for Housing
Housing Vouchers

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
Low-Income
Children (2-12 years old)
Families

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

Parents and Educators Learning Resources - Everson Library

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

GRADS - Bellingham Public Schools

GRADS (Graduation, Reality, And Dual-role Skills) is a program for pregnant and parenting students that provides the academic and childcare support necessary to stay in high school and graduate. Available at no cost to parents under age 21 who live in Whatcom County.

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Childcare
Education
Teens (13-19 years old)
Families
Parenting Education
Students
Children (2-12 years old)
Pregnant

Children’s Intensive Outpatient Treatment - Compass Health Whatcom WISe Office

Comprehensive behavioral health services and supports for Medicaid-eligible individuals aged 13-20 with complex behavioral health needs. Services include assessment, treatment, and support services.

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Mental Health Care
Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Mental Health Evaluation
Teens (13-19 years old)
Support Network

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