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Many different charities, non-profits, and other local organization are available in Whatcom County. These groups offer a wide variety of assistance programs for paying rent, energy bills, offer free medical and health care, and other forms of assistance. Many of them receive funding from the United Way, which is based in Bellingham. Find information on all of your options below.
Catholic Community Services NW can provide limited financial assistance for paying rent and bills, access to mental health and social service for children and families. These services are available to people with limited or no means or income. The programs can help people deal with a short term crisis, reduce dysfunction’s and enhance strengths and coping skills of patients. (360) 676-2164.
Another non-profit is Opportunity Council. They have created programs and offer services that are key to increased self-sufficiency and creating positive change for the unemployed, low and fixed income people. Services offered by the agency include housing, rent assistance, food, shelter, prescriptions, childcare, Head Start, information and referral to other federal government and Washington programs. (360) 734-5121
The Whatcom Salvation Army provides assistance to individuals and families and individuals in emergency situations and who are facing a short term crisis. Receive access to free food, clothing, cash grants for paying bills, and household items, furniture, occasional limited rental, mortgage, heating and utility bills assistance; Christmas food and gifts; recreation: adult social/spiritual activities; disaster assistance; senior services and youth camp program. Phone number (360) 733-1410.
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Low income, unemployed, and other qualified individuals can get free groceries and other food aid. The Bellingham Food Bank distributes food directly to families and other distribution centers throughout Whatcom County Washington. (360) 676-0392
The Bellingham Childcare and Learning Center (phone number (360) 676-0950) partners with other non-profits to provide the highest standard and most affordable childcare. The day care programs are in place for low-to-moderate income families, and BCLC will assist them with becoming self-sufficient.
Interfaith Community Health Center is a free medical clinic that provides free, high quality primary health and medical care, dental care, behavioral health and prescription medication to the citizens of Whatcom County. Medical help is available for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay for the health care services. (360) 676-6177.
Children and mother can get access to health care from Mother Baby Center. The agency can be reached at (360) 647-1544. The center provides health care, general medical services and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. The results of the program and the clinic are fewer deaths and healthier babies in the community.
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