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Medical forensic evaluation services available for children who are victims of abuse.

Support groups for survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. All DVSAS support groups are free and confidential. \n

A child-friendly center located in Bellingham, WA. The CAC provides a place in which a team of trained professionals interview and support children who may have been abused.

Provides direct representation to immigrant survivors of violence seeking immigration benefits. While this unit handles several hundred immigration cases per year, the demand for assistance continues to be greater than the available resources meaning there is a long waitlist for clients seeking help.

Guarantees access to life-altering forms of immigration relief to children and youth who have been abandoned, abused or neglected by their parents.

If a forensic interview is requested by law enforcement for a child ages 3 - 17 who is a victim of abuse, you will be interviewed by a Child Interview Specialist.

Services for immediate help include 24-hour helpline, walk-in advocacy counseling, support during medical exams related to domestic violence or sexual assault, and immediate safety planning and crisis intervention from the scene of a domestic violence call.

Information about child advocacy, support, and more. Referrals given as needed to help child victims and families receive the services they need.

Confidentially ask for support online. The Ask an Advocate page is monitored Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm. You should receive a message back within 72-hours. If you need to speak with someone immediately, please call the helpline.

Victim advocates support child victims of abuse and families throughout the entire process. They offer emotional support, victim's rights information, assist in finding resources, and provide help every step of the way.

Provides community education and creates awareness for child abuse and neglect. The outreach team hosts events, engages with schools and local community organizations, and leads educational classes.

Free, confidential, and language-accessible wraparound services for members of the Asian, South Asian, and Pacific Islander communities who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

Provides safe, confidential shelter to individuals and families fleeing domestic violence. Clients have access to basic food, clothing, personal items, and bedding if needed. Advocates are available to conduct intakes and provide advocacy twenty-four hours a day. Shelter is available for all survivors. This program is accessible to persons with disabilities and accepts service animals. Other pets may be accepted on a case by case basis.

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.

Helps adults or adolescents who have been affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, assault & battery, survivor of homicide, and child abuse. Services include: crisis counseling, advocacy for domestic violence and sexual assault crimes, safety planning, legal advocacy, transportation to medical, legal, and therapy appointments, Domestic Violence shelter, traditional healing and emergency assistance.

Provides comprehensive legal assistance to help develop a secure parenting plan and navigate the process for obtaining Temporary Orders. Services are available to survivors of domestic violence, parents who need a parenting plan, individuals who have not yet filed anything in court, and participants who meet financial eligibility requirements\n*Please note: Attorneys do not represent clients in court.

On-going therapy services provided for any child victim who has received services from Dawson Place, up to the age of 22 depending on the needs of the client. Group, individual, and family therapy sessions also available.

A wellness and strength based advocacy program for Nooksack community members who have suffered domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or elder abuse. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, or elder abuse contact the 24-hour phone line.

Assists Whatcom County cancer patients in paying for medical expenses. Specific focus is given for patients who are not eligible for public assistance or have limited resources. Contact CHF to apply.

CAP provides services to children and adolescents from birth to 22 who have been sexually abused or witnessed a homicide or violent crime. Specially trained clinicians help children, adolescents, and their families figure out the most effective way to move past their traumatic experiences and toward happy and fulfilling lives.

Week-long overnight summer camps for children ages 6-11 who have been or currently are in foster care.

Advocacy counselors provide safety planning, emotional support, crisis intervention, and referrals through the helpline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Download copies of DVSAS handouts covering Community Resources, Protection Orders, Safety Planning, and Self-Care.

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.

Online chat for free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 140 languages available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.