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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.

A 24/7 intensive community outreach that provides crisis intervention/prevention and recovery stabilization services to adults in a community. Through non-emergent recovery stabilization, outreach services are provided to individuals at risk of, or who have recently experienced a behavioral health crisis.

Men's only shared sober living. For men struggling with housing due to previous incarceration, homelessness, mental illness, or substance abuse disorder. Includes peer support, employment assistance, and other forms of support.

Supports clients with chronic mental illness to develop skills to manage their symptoms and assists them to access a full range of services in the community. The program's intensity is continually adjusted to address the full spectrum of treatment, from crisis intervention to independence of case management.

Team of medical professionals who work collaboratively with patients with mental illness and/or substance use conditions.

This free class is an experiential learning program for people experiencing a mental health challenge who are interested in establishing and maintaining their wellness and recovery. Peer-to-Peer consists of eight two-hour units and is taught by a team of two trained teachers and a volunteer support person, all of whom are personally experienced at living well with mental illness.

Provides residence, meals, medication management services, medical supervision, recreational activities and other supportive services to persons living with HIV/AIDS and who also may suffer from other diseases, mental illness, substance abuse, and/or developmental disabilities. To qualify for residency must have low or no income, diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, and be unable to live independently.

Individual and group therapy provided by trained and qualified clinicians. Mental health-related assessments and referrals available, as well as case consultation and coordination with in-house and community providers to facilitate optimum client care.

Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) is available to help those in the community experiencing a crisis due to mental illness and/or substance use issues. They provide assistance in community settings such as homes and schools. They are professionals trained to evaluate a person for safety, de-escalate a crisis, and provide information and education. They also refer people to community behavioral health services for additional support.

16-bed facility specializing in providing recovery-oriented, community based residential behavioral health services to individuals transitioning out of hospital, inpatient or institutional setting who otherwise would have no other placement options due to their experiencing complex behavioral, medical, chemical dependency and/or mental health needs.

Support group for family members, parents, caregivers, and friends of individuals struggling with mental illness.

A co-occurring 32-bed facility providing 24/7 clinical support for individuals diagnosed with persistent mental illness and substance use challenges. Provides psychiatric, MAT, and counseling services through an integrated approach facilitated by qualified professionals.

Medical, mental health, and other health care services, including general check-ups, behavioral health services, treatment for illness, and health education. Available for students enrolled at Mount Baker High School.

Helps individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness meet their personal vocational goals. Employment Services assess vocational interests and provide job development, career exploration, resume assistance, and interview preparation using an evidence-based supported employment model to further client development.

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.

Provides health services in the Whatcom County jail following the requirements set out by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care Standards. The most frequent health conditions affecting residents in the jail are addiction, mental illness, systemic infections, diabetes, hypertension, cardiac and gastrointestinal disorders, and traumatic injury.

Whatcom Clubhouse is a nonclinical social rehabilitation approach to address mental illness and is considered a ‘Peer Run and Support Program’. Any adult Whatcom County resident with a mental health diagnosis can apply for a free membership, which allows participating in structured, social daily activities at the Clubhouse location.

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.

Intensive Outpatient Program. A home and community-based treatment program for adults experiencing severe and persistent mental health symptoms. IOP offers the opportunity to develop sustainable coping skills, vocational skills, interpersonal skills, and self-awareness of mental health illnesses.

Apartment complexes providing safe and affordable housing in the community to Lake Whatcom Center clients. Lake Whatcom Center works with the Bellingham Whatcom County Housing Authority to help clients with rental assistance and subsidies.

Recovery-oriented mental health service for individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses, often with co-occurring substance use disorder. Services are comprehensive, highly individualized, and modified as needed through an ongoing assessment and treatment planning process based on the needs of the individuals served.

Assisted Living Facilities provide 24/7 staff supervision to clients experiencing severe and persistent mental illness in a residential treatment setting. Residential treatment offers a safe location for Clients to receive mental health treatment in a community-like setting.

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.

Helps adults with challenging behaviors transition from a hospital to a long term care facility that meets their needs. This program is for adults with serious mental illness, dementia, mood disorder or other neurological disorders. Eligible adults also have challenging behaviors which are a barrier to hospital discharge OR their long term care facility placement is at risk due to challenging behaviors.

A structured recovery support group that offers respect, encouragement, and hope. Free to those living with mental illness, this group promotes connection and understanding while respecting confidentiality.