The New Parent Support Team (NPST) is a voluntary program for expectant/new Navy parents.  Home visitation is the core service, with a focus on the health needs of infants and toddlers, prenatal and postnatal care, parent education, family/social support, and resources within the community.  Services focus on supporting the parent as well as parent-child interaction and child development.

The mission of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County is to support individuals affected by domestic violence and sexual assault and to lead the community towards ending these abuses of power. Staff and volunteers assist clients by providing support, helping to identify options and providing information about local resources.

A community hub where individuals and parents with children can attend programs and workshops, access community resources, connect with others, and receive information and referrals. Services vary by location but may include use of the phone, use of the fax, access to applications for subsidized apartments, assistance applying for government programs such as TANF and EBT, and use of the computer work stations. Clients are not able to use the resource center as a mailing address. Some financial assistance is available dependent upon funding and eligibility requirements.

A community hub where individuals and parents with children can attend programs and workshops, access community resources, connect with others, and receive information and referrals. Services vary by location but may include use of the phone, use of the fax, access to applications for subsidized apartments, and use of the computer work stations. Clients are not able to use the resource center as a mailing address.

Provides support, information, and resources to individuals and families in order to keep children safe from sexual abuse. Offers a confidential helpline and online information and resources on subjects such as safe touching and relationships with adults, how to recognize child sex abuse, where to get help if an individual feels that they may sexually abuse a child, and information about healing and recovery from sexual abuse.

A community hub where individuals and families can attend programs and workshops, access community resources, connect with others, and receive information and referrals. Services include: fax, copies, printing, free Wifi, public computer access, tele-health kiosk, vaccines, senior services, Head Start, community meals, DSHS and other application support, a health fair on the 3rd Saturday in May 10am-2pm, Trick Or Treat Resource Fair 5-7pm Oct 31st, notary public and more.

Provides referrals to local agencies that can assist expectant mothers with the following during pregnancy: -  Maternity support services -  Childbirth classes -  Health insurance - Breastfeeding Support - New Parent Support Groups -  Home visiting/parent support programs -  Prenatal care referrals -  Pregnancy and baby supplies - Postpartum Depression Referrals - Parenting Classes - Early Learning Programs - Doula program referrals -  Smoking cessation -  WIC (nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children) -  Other nutrition resources Provides information about pregnancy options counseling, labor support (doulas) and gives information about types of maternity care providers, such as midwives, obstetricians and family practice physicians.

Provides linkage to services for persons with developmental disabilities residing in Lewis County.

Provides information, assistance, and referral regarding services available to seniors, disabled adults, and their families. Assesses client needs and match them to service availability. Also assists with kinship care.

Provides maternity case management, maternity support services, First Steps Program, assistance with breastfeeding, and childbirth education classes. Other services and programs include: -  Breastfeeding support -  Car seat safety check -  Childbirth Education Classes -  Children with Special Needs -  Diet and nutrition counseling -  Family Planning services -  Free pregnancy testing -  Help with community resources and insurance information -  Infant Toddler Program -  Information and education about baby care and parenting skills -  Information and education about pregnancy, labor and delivery -  Outreach/Promoters Program -  Parent to Parent -  Substance abuse counseling -  Assistance in accessing dental and vision care -  Assistance in applying for Medicaid services -  Assistance in obtaining early and regular medical care -  Assistance in obtaining paternity information -  Assistance with housing and transportation

Provides maternity case management, maternity support services, First Steps Program, assistance with breastfeeding, and childbirth education classes. Other services and programs include: -  Breastfeeding support -  Car seat safety check -  Childbirth Education Classes -  Children with Special Needs -  Diet and nutrition counseling -  Family Planning services -  Free pregnancy testing -  Help with community resources and insurance information -  Infant Toddler Program -  Information and education about baby care and parenting skills -  Information and education about pregnancy, labor and delivery -  Outreach/Promoters Program -  Parent to Parent -  Substance abuse counseling -  Assistance in accessing dental and vision care -  Assistance in applying for Medicaid services -  Assistance in obtaining early and regular medical care -  Assistance in obtaining paternity information -  Assistance with housing and transportation

Provides information, training, consultation, and program development on the FASCETS Neurobehavioral Approach for individuals, families, and community partners (including educators, mental health clinicians, social services, and justice treatment providers) who live or work with individuals with brain-based differences like FASD, ADHD, dementia, autism, etc. The FASCETS Neurobehavioral Approach links brain with behaviors, leading to supports that make a difference for all people with brain-based differences. Services are provided in-person and online.

Telephone and in-office assistance with information and referral for services in the Stanwood and Camano Island area.  

Provides information and referral, support groups, social events, and some in-home respite care. Family events include picnics, zoo outings, special workshops and a bi-annual conference.

Provides support to survivors of violence, abuse and crime. Serves victim survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, hate crime, identity theft and ALL other crimes. Also provides outreach, education and prevention programs. 24 hour emergency services are available by calling 1-844-509-SAFE (7233). Hospital response, emergency shelter for victims, advocacy, information and referrals.

Pregnancy supplies include pre-natal vitamins, morning sickness kits, pregnancy pillows, maternity clothing, and pregnancy and parenting books. Staff are available to meet with clients to answer pregnancy and parenting questions or provide referrals to other programs.

Helps Spanish-speakers find needed social, health, or human resources in their community. Also provides individual advocacy and assists filling out documents.

Provides community information and referral for people with disabilities, their family members, friends and service providers working with the disability community.

Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Victim Advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and referrals. Serves those who have been harmed as a result of crimes such as assault, robbery, child abuse, identity theft, arson, kidnapping, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Provides advocacy, individual counseling, support through the legal and criminal justice systems, information about abuse and assault, and referrals to other helpful programs. The Kittitas location also offers shelter and other services for victims of domestic violence.

Parent to Parent Outreach: (1) Offering parents peer/mentoring support and information to parents who are dealing with a loved one who has a disability by matching a trained helping parent with someone in a similar situation. (2) Support for families including monthly support groups. (3) Offer networking opportunities, educational workshops, and social events throughout the year.

Offers clothing, household items, hygiene, food and laundry vouchers. Provides case management support and access to computers for job searches and connecting to resources.

Provides support to survivors of violence, abuse and crime. Serves victim survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, hate crime, identity theft and ALL other crimes. Also provides outreach, education and prevention programs. 24 hour emergency services are available by calling 1-844-509-SAFE (7233). Hospital response, emergency shelter for victims, advocacy, information and referrals.

Provides a wide range of services for youth 12-24 years of age. Services focus on housing support, mental health, education, parent support, healthcare, criminal/legal support, and advocacy services. - Advocates can help access services based on unique situation & need, such as transportation, phone cards, obtaining a State ID, food banks, DSHS benefit applications, and job search. - Housing support may include housing search, referral to a shelter, temporary housing, or rapid/immediate housing, depending on the client's circumstances. - Refers to Okanogan Behavioral Healthcare or online counseling for mental health support. - Connects clients to criminal/legal support and services, such as defense attorneys, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, or Northwest Justice Project. - Parenting support includes baby items, free books, referrals to child services, and more. - Bilingual tutoring is available on site.

Offers a confidential space to talk about pregnancy, parenting, abortion, and adoption. Peer Counselors offer judgment-free support at any point before, during, and after pregnancy, regardless of which options the caller is considering.

Assists domestic violence and sexual assault victims and victims of crimes with a wide range of services to help them overcome their current situation. All services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity and orientation, creed, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.The services are the following: -  Assistance with protective orders-  A 24-hour crisis line -  Information and referral -  Support groups for women and youth -  Emergency services -  Court support -  Temporary shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused victims and their children-  Help with crime victims compensation -  Legal advocacy, including assistance in obtaining protection orders, divorce or custody -  Assistance with other social service organizations, law enforcement officers, and the court system -  Education about domestic violence dynamics