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A seasonal program offered to Max Higbee members that incorporates outdoor skills such as environmental stewardship, map reading and navigation, plant identification, healthy hiking snacks, and trail games.

An electronic technology program that can locate missing persons using a unique frequency associated with a particular individual. Enrollment in Project Lifesaver includes equipment maintenance, battery changes, and upfront equipment costs. This program is for anyone who might have a tendency to wander, but who might not have the ability to find their way home again including people with dementia, autism, Down's syndrome, and traumatic brain injuries.

Career and job readiness programs for disabled adults. Services include developing job skills, placement, community inclusion, and more. Serves clients in Whatcom County from the Developmental Disabilities Administration, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Department of Services for the Blind.

Employment specialists develop individualized programs for clients with disabilities to help place and support them in working roles. Case management includes job skills trainings, help with searches and resume development, and ongoing support.

Comprehensive collection of relevant Washington Administrative Code and guidance documents for people with autism spectrum disorder and related intellectual and developmental disabilities in Washington State.

An opportunity for members to have a fun weekend with friends while having a night on the town. Activities include Art Walk, evening strolls, in-house games and activities, and a fun place to hang out with friends.

Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Community Engagement provider to receive one-on-one support to introduce community resources and create lasting relationships, develop goals and strategies, and learn skills that will facilitate integration into the community. This program is contracted through DDA and must be approved by your case manager prior to program start.

Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Recreation Leader to receive one-on-one support to create an individualized, goal-oriented and community-based recreation experience. This service is highly flexible and allows for people to schedule sessions that are tailored and designed based on short-term and long-term goals.

One on one assistance for adults with developmental disabilities to prepare, find, and succeed in the workforce. Includes employment planning, job development, site training, and ongoing support.

The Arc of Whatcom County is partnering with partners4housing to provide free Residential Assessment (RA) to local families.

Self-paced culinary training program designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants work with a mentor to learn and practice food handling and culinary techniques as well as skills related to overall workforce participation.

Members engage in a variety of activities and community excursions. Programs include YMCA workouts, cooking classes, hikes, sports, library visits, art projects and much more. Alternative activities are always provided.