Who do I call first for disability services in Whatcom County, Washington?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Washington vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Whatcom County.

Is help available in Spanish in Whatcom County?

Yes. This Whatcom County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Washington agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Whatcom County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Whatcom County, Washington

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Whatcom County, Washington. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Whatcom County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Whatcom County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Whatcom County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Washington. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Whatcom
Lake Whatcom Center — Agate Heights ALF (360-676-6000 x210, Bellingham)
Lake Whatcom Residential and — Treatment Center Outpatient (360-676-6000, Bellingham)
Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Ctr — Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF (360-676-6000, Bellingham)
Sea Mar Community Health Centers — Whatcom County (360-734-5458, Bellingham)
Sea Mar CHC - Bellingham Behavioral Health (360-734-5458, Bellingham)
Sea Mar CHC - Bellingham Cordata Parkway (360-671-3225, Bellingham)
Sea Mar CHC - Deming Mt. Baker High School (360-722-7770, Deming)
Sea Mar CHC - Everson Hannegan Rd. (360-354-0776, Everson)
Educational Resource Center (DEMING)
Ferndale Special Services (Ferndale)
Lynden Student Services (LYNDEN)
Meridian Special Programs (BELLINGHAM)
7 Sisters Homecare, Llc (360-200-5355, BELLINGHAM). In-home support
A Behavioral Practice (360-255-2111, BELLINGHAM). Adult mental-health clinic
Accent Counseling, Inc. (360-922-6977, BELLINGHAM). Behavioral health agency
Advancement Northwest, Llc (360-685-4241, BELLINGHAM). Behavioral health agency
Eden Home Health (360-734-5410, BELLINGHAM)
Peacehealth Home Health Of Whatcom County (360-788-8143, BELLINGHAM)
Signature Healthcare At Home (866-390-3869, BELLINGHAM)
Sterling Senior Housing ((360) 715-2304, Bellingham)
Trulegacy Impact Network (360-255-9888, BELLINGHAM). Home-delivered meals
Arc Of Whatcom County (BELLINGHAM)

Statewide programs serving Whatcom County

These serve every county in Washington, including Whatcom County.

University of Washington Institute on Human Development and Disability. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Washington (800-562-2702). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council ((360) 586-3560). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Washington Assistive Technology Act Program ((800) 214-8731). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
PAVE (Partnerships for Action, Voices for Empowerment) (253-565-2266). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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