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Whatcom County Health and Community Services partners with community organizations and all seven Whatcom County school districts to coordinate and support prevention coalitions and community groups. These coalitions work with schools and others to increase connections and support healthy youth and families. Visit the website to learn more and get involved.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Online library of resources that provide support, training, and information to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Provides a wilderness camp experience for families with children who are disabled or very ill for no cost to families. Camps begin the 1st weekend in June through the 1st weekend in October. Activities include fishing, hiking, outdoor exploring, campfire sing-alongs, nature walks and boat rides. Volunteers provide the meals and most activities while families reconnect within the family unit and with other families sharing similar health issues, as support groups are welcome. Safe, accessible, and invigorating environment for our special needs families who often give up on family recreation because of the impact of the child's health condition. Campers can come from anywhere in the Pacific Northwest.

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Strengthening families and students by helping them with basic needs and linking them to local resources. Resources include basic needs, such as food, clothing and housing; school supplies; energy assistance; GED and ELL classes; family literacy; domestic violence resources; and medicaid enrollment.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Drop-in community playgroups located in Bellingham, Ferndale, Blaine, and Lynden. There is no cost and no registration required for drop-in classes. Donations appreciated. See website for times and locations as they may vary.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Seminar (available in 4-hour or 90-minute format) that informs and supports people who have loved ones with a mental health condition. Participants learn about diagnoses, treatment, recovery, communication strategies, crisis preparation and NAMI resources.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Guide to recreation and educational opportunities in Bellingham. Published seasonally, includes Parks and Recreation events as well as those provided by community partners.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

An award winning, evidence‐informed home visitation case‐management model for pregnant and parenting moms with substance use disorders. This program serves pregnant and parenting moms who are self-disclosing to engaging in substance use during pregnancy. Pregnant and parenting moms may be admitted to the program from pregnancy or up to 24 months postpartum

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

A state-licensed community mental health agency focused on children and families. Services include mental health assessments, individual and family therapy, group therapy, case management, advocacy, and school-based programs.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Provides dental care to children, pregnant women, and the parents of children who are UCNW patients.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Free cloth diaper distribution program available to qualifying families who complete the application online or in person. This program helps families who are experiencing diaper need to switch to reusable diapers, by providing an initial loaned supply of cloth diapers.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

The free 8-session, 4 week course is taught by trained family members and is for families, partners and friends of individuals with mental illnesses. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills and empower participants to become advocates for their loved ones.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

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

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative

Serving families, seniors, and those with disabilities. Units are offered based on availability. Households generally pay 30% of their income for rent. Each property has its own application process; visit the Applicant Portals page to begin the application process.

Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative