Assisted Living Facilities provide 24/7 staff supervision to clients experiencing severe and persistent mental illness in a residential treatment setting. Residential treatment offers a safe location for Clients to receive mental health treatment in a community-like setting.

Current Western Washington University students can receive comprehensive support for their essential needs including food, housing, student emergency funding, health and wellness, clothing, transportation, employment, child care, and more.

10-bed treatment program for LGBTQ+ identifying people aimed at helping people who are in early recovery. Includes outpatient services and peer support in a sober environment. This program requires drug screening, behavior contracts and attendance of twelve step programs as well as other mandatory requirements.

Provides housing opportunities for Nooksack Tribal community. Services include Low Rent Program, programs leading to eventual homeownership, and waiting list of Tribal members in need of affordable housing. Nooksack Housing also helps Tribal members connect with other state and federal housing services, including the Section 184 Home Loan Program, Down Payment Assistance, as well as other administrative assistance.

A point of entry to local, state and federal benefits and services for veterans. Services include burial assistance, compensation and pension assistance, employment assistance, health services, housing assistance, legal assistance, social service programs, temporary financial assistance, and transportation.

Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Offers free pre-purchase homebuyer education and financial counseling to anyone in the community.

Apartments designated for individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system and are otherwise homeless in Whatcom County. Referrals to this program are made through the Whatcom County Coordinated Entry program managed by Opportunity Council.

YWCA Bellingham offers a variety of different housing programs for women experiencing homelessness: Emergency Shelter, Senior Housing (specifically for women ages 55+), Supported Rental Housing, and a family shelter for women with children. Visit Opportunity Council's Community Resource Center to apply.

Temporary housing program for young adults ages 18 to 24. Provides four beds at each location (Bellingham and Mt. Vernon) where young adults can stay for up to 90 days. Note: HUSLY is accessed through a main application process and is NOT first come, first served.

Residential dormitory for Lummi Nation students between 12-18. Wrap around services such as counseling and health care are included, as well as peer counseling.

Provides 50 units of housing for farm workers and their families in Bellingham. Housing availability changes frequently; for current information, please call.

Provides subsidized housing for Native Americans. Lummi Tribal members are prioritized.

Mercy Housing owns and operates 9 low-income housing properties in Whatcom County. Many of these properties include additional residential services. Visit website for more information, and to apply to available units.

A free series of classes designed to increase adults’ awareness with their own behaviorsand beliefs surrounding money. Topics discussed are goal setting, budgeting, credit, banking, identity theft and fraud.

14-bed treatment program for women, aimed at helping people who are in early recovery. Includes outpatient services and peer support in a sober environment. This program requires drug screening, behavior contracts and attendance of twelve step programs as well as other mandatory requirements.

Mediation, conflict coaching, and phone conciliation services for community members facing housing-related conflict who wish to resolve disputes, improve communication, increase understanding, successfully negotiate payment or re-payment plans, discuss deposits and move out timelines, address lease agreements and other related issues, and move forward with creative solutions determined by the parties. Housing Stability services are free. *Para información en español marque al (360) 676-0122 extensión 114 o mande un mensaje a [email protected]

USDA assists approved lenders in offering fixed, low-interest, no money down home loans for low and moderate-income households in eligible rural areas.

A one-year extended plan for residents who have completed and graduated from the six-month New Way Home Program. The resident moves into a subsidized apartment at New Way Ministries and pays reduced rent.

A unique opportunity for hardworking families to help build and buy their own homes. Eligibility based on length of Whatcom residency, income, current housing status, ability to make timely monthly mortgage payments, and background check.

Eligible foster youth receive up to 36 months of rental assistance, with the possibility of a 24-month extension under the Fostering Stable Housing Opportunities (FSHO) amendments. Participants work alongside a housing support specialist to receive individualized services, aiding them in achieving self-sufficiency, addressing not just their immediate housing needs but also their long-term stability and independence.

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

Cascade Arrearage Relief and Energy Savings or CARES can reduce Cascade Natural Gas bills based on your income and household size. To apply for relief, complete the online form or contact your local Community Action Agency for assistance.

Clean and sober housing for men.

Emergency shelter open during severe weather events to provide individuals and families in need with a safe place to sleep, warm food, and referrals to community resources whenever possible. Call or check website to verify open status.

Provides a quiet environment for those experiencing homelessness to recover from a medical event. Staffed 24/7.