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Equipment Swap and Trading - Veteran and Community Mobility Center

Trade in old medical equipment that is in decent shape but needs a few repairs in exchange for new equipment of equal or lesser cost. Other equipment that is not medical or mobility related, such as a laptop, may be accepted for a trade in specialty cases.

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All Disabilities
Seniors (55+ years old)
Veterans
Medical Supplies

Repair and Maintenance - Veteran and Community Mobility Center

Low-cost repairs for power wheelchairs, bed lifts, hospital beds, walkers, scooters, and more. Addition of cosmetic or specialty parts to your equipment is also available, including but not limited to Joysticks for amputees, 'Sip-and-puffs', headrests, etc.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
All Disabilities
Veterans
Medical Supplies

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

Adult Protective Services - Washington Department of Social and Health Services

Report concerns involving vulnerable adults online, by phone, fax, or email.

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Help Hotlines
Physical Safety
Seniors (55+ years old)
All Disabilities

Energy Assistance - City of Sumas

Three available programs to subsidize electric costs for city of Sumas customers. Base fee waiver, 5% senior discount, and an Electric Bill Donation program are all available through the same application for qualifying residents.

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Low-Income
Seniors (55+ years old)
Help Pay for Utilities

Medicare Advantage (Part C)

A Medicare-approved plan from a private company that offers an alternative to Original Medicare for your health and drug coverage. These “bundled” plans include Part A, Part B, and usually Part D. Plans may have lower out-of-pocket costs than Original Medicare, and may offer some extra benefits that Original Medicare doesn’t cover, like vision, hearing, and dental services.

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Help Pay for Healthcare
Seniors (55+ years old)
All Disabilities
Health Insurance
Insurance

Dynamic Duos - Amy's Place

Drop-in space for caregivers and people living with dementia or memory loss to spend time in a supported environment. Visitors can connect with Dementia Support NW programs and services or engage socially. Caregivers must remain on site.

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Brain Injury
Seniors (55+ years old)
Alzheimers
Caregivers

Senior Community Service Employment Program - AARP Foundation's Kent Office

Provides both community service and work-based training to eligible older workers. Job seekers are placed in a wide variety of community service activities at nonprofit and public facilities like food banks, senior centers, thrift stores and shelters. \nThey train an average of 18-20 hours a week and are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage This short-term on-the-job training experience can then be used as a bridge to find employment opportunities outside of the program.

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Help Find Work
Seniors (55+ years old)
Skills & Training

Community Meal Program - Lynden Community / Senior Center

Meals served Monday through Friday in a variety of ways: Sit & Sup congregate meal, hot to-go meals, frozen meals, and delivery Senior Mobile Meals. $7 for fresh meals, $6 for frozen.

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Individuals
Seniors (55+ years old)
Food Delivery
Food
Meals
Families

Utility Reduced Rates - Everson City Hall

10% reduced rates for utilities provided by the city of Everson including water and sewer, available for low-income seniors and disabled adults exempt from Whatcom County property taxes.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
Disability Benefits
Low-Income
All Disabilities
Help Pay for Utilities

Home Care - Catholic Housing Services

Non-medical assistance for aging persons and those with disabilities living in their homes. Homecare workers do everything from housework (grocery shopping, laundry, dishes, etc.) to personal care (dressing, bathing, transferring, etc.). For all income levels, CCS brings affordable, personal care every day, sustaining those who are served with dignity in the home they cherish.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
All Disabilities
Care
Home Health Care
Caregivers

Community/Senior Center Activities - Lynden Community / Senior Center

Services include dine-in and delivered daily lunches, wellness programs, exercise & strength training classes, recreational activities, entertainment, art & music classes, special events, and information about community support services.

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Recreation
Adults (31-54 years old)
Exercise & Fitness
Community Support Services
Families
Seniors (55+ years old)

Senior Community Meals in Everson - Everson Senior Center

Meals are offered on a donation-only basis to adults age 60+ (suggested donation $6.00). Others will be charged the full cost of the meal ($10). Meals are also available to-go. Senior Center membership not required to participate in the meal program.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
Food
Meals

Senior Community Meals in Ferndale - Ferndale Senior Center

Meals are offered on a donation-only basis to adults age 60+ (suggested donation $6.00). Others will be charged the full cost of the meal ($10). Senior Center membership not required to participate in the meal program.

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Food
Meals
Seniors (55+ years old)

Utility Reduced Rates - Blaine City Hall

Reduced cost for utilities provided by the City of Blaine, including electric, water, sewage, and storm water. Available for low-income seniors or disabled adults.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
Disability Benefits
Low-Income
Help Pay for Utilities
All Disabilities

Dementia Respite Care - Amy's Place

Low-barrier, short term 2 hour respite services. Provides a safe and engaging environment for individuals with dementia while caregivers enjoy a break.

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Seniors (55+ years old)
Alzheimers
Relief for Caregivers
Brain Injury
Adult Daycare

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Benefits - Whatcom Council on Aging

The program provides lower income seniors with an EBT card for $80 to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and fresh-cut herbs at approved farmers markets and farm stores throughout Washington State.

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Government Food Benefits
Help Pay for Food
Seniors (55+ years old)

Rainbow Elders Lunch - Bellingham Senior Activity Center

Social hour with the queer elder community ages 50+.

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Peer Support
LGBTQIA+
Transgender or Non-Binary
Support Network
Seniors (55+ years old)

Wheelchair Lending/Leasing - Veteran and Community Mobility Center

Provides wheelchair lending and leasing for people that may only need equipment for a short time or cannot afford it otherwise. Rent-to-own may be available in specialty cases.

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Medical Supplies
All Disabilities
Seniors (55+ years old)
Veterans

Utility Reduced Rates - Lynden City Hall

Reduced cost for utilities provided by the city of Lynden, including water, sewage, and storm water. Available for low-income seniors.

What's Here

Seniors (55+ years old)
Help Pay for Utilities
Low-Income

Catholic Housing Services

Housing programs serve low-income individuals, families, seniors, and persons with special physical and mental needs, offering resident support services in addition to a clean and safe place to live.

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Families
Seniors (55+ years old)
Low-Income
Individuals
Long-Term Housing
All Disabilities
Housing

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)

Helps cover services from doctors and other health care providers, outpatient care, home health care, durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, and other equipment), and many preventive services (screenings, shots or vaccines, and yearly “Wellness” visits). (Included in Original Medicare)

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Help Pay for Healthcare
Seniors (55+ years old)
Health Insurance
All Disabilities
Insurance

Welcome Senior Activity Center - Welcome Senior Community Center

Offers a variety of activities and programs to meet the diverse interests of the local senior population. Activities include card games, pool tables, and potluck lunch on Thursdays at 12:00 PM.

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Recreation
Community Support Services
Seniors (55+ years old)

Community First Choice Personal Care - Apple Health

A state Medicaid program (formerly Medicaid Personal Care, or MPC) for people on Medicaid who need help with activities of daily living, including eating, dressing, bathing, or mobility. The program is administered by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), even for people who are not eligible for DDA. Personal Care services are typically provided in your home.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Adults (31-54 years old)
Development Disability
Families
Physical Disability
All Disabilities
Seniors (55+ years old)
Caregivers
Home Health Care
Children (2-12 years old)
Care

Senior Activities - Blaine Community Center

Variety of classes, activities, and events to build community, practice lifelong learning, and maintain fitness.

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Recreation
Community Support Services
Seniors (55+ years old)
Exercise & Fitness

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