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Victim Support Services

Criminal justice system advocacy, resources, referrals, educational and support groups for victims of crime and their families. Services are free of charge. Please note that VSS is located in Washington State and serves Snohomish county with limited services in other WA counties (King, Island, Skagit and Whatcom) on a case-by-case basis.

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Adults (31-54 years old)
Support Groups
Help Find Missing Persons
Support Network
Peer Support
Advocacy & Legal Aid

Alateen - Washington Area Al-Anon Family Group

A part of the Al-Anon Family Groups’ fellowship for younger members whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. At Alateen Meetings, younger members meet other Alateens with similar situations. Alateen is not a religious program and there are no fees or dues to belong to it. Find a meeting close to you using the online search tool.

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Addiction and Recovery
Support Network
Peer Support
Support Groups
Teens (13-19 years old)

Parent to Parent Support Programs - Dan Godwin Community Center

Provides emotional support and information to families of children with developmental disabilities, delays, and ongoing health care needs

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All Disabilities
Development Disability
Peer Support
Support Groups
One-on-One Support
Parents

Narcotics Anonymous - Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

The Northwest Washington regional service committee for NA. A non-profit fellowship of people who suffer from the disease of addiction. Groups meet on a regular basis to help each other stay clean and share experience, strength, and hope.

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Peer Support
Addiction and Recovery
12-Step
Peer Recovery Coaching
Opioid Dependency
Support Network
Support Groups

Support Groups - DVSAS

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

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Community Support Services
Support Network
Support Groups
Sexual Assault Survivor
Domestic Violence Survivors

FASt Friends - FASD Focus NW

A Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) family and community peer support network. Support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASDs as well as to adults impacted by FASDs. Groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers.

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Support Groups
Peer Support
Virtual Support
Support Network

Hope Restored - Hillcrest Church

Provides support for the caregivers/parents of foster and adoptive families. Services include grants for fostering or adoption, monthly support group, and training and resources.

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Adoption & Foster Care
Adoption & Foster Parenting
Post-Adoption Support
Support Network
Support Groups
Families

Single Parents Program - Program for Early Parent Support

This pilot peer-support program is offered as a 9-week series, and meets virtually. Each week focuses on a different topic for discussion, and discussion prompts are shared weekly with participants responding at their convenience.

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Parents
Support Network
Caregivers
Parenting Education
Support Groups
Care

Padres a Padres en Español - Dan Godwin Community Center

Los programas de apoyo de Padres a padres ofrecen apoyo emocional e información a las familias de niños con diferencias y retrasos del desarrollo o enfermedades crónicas.

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Peer Support
All Disabilities
Parents
One-on-One Support
Support Groups
Development Disability

Behavioral Health Services - Unity Care NW Bellingham Cornwall Ave

Provides behavioral health services integrated with medical care, including traditional counseling and psychiatric services, substance use disorder (SUD) counseling, support and wellness groups, and case management services to help patients access other community resources.

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Mental Health Care
Support Groups
Medications for Mental Health
Opioid Dependency
Mental Health Evaluation
Alcohol Dependency
All Mental Health
Case Management
Support Network
Dual Diagnosis
Substance Use Counseling
Counseling
Medication Management

Tl’ils Ta’á’altha Victims of Crime Program - Nooksack Family Services

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.

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Domestic Violence Survivors
Physical Safety
Help Escape Violence
Abuse or Neglect Survivors
Sexual Assault Survivor
In Danger
In Crisis
Support Groups
Advocacy & Legal Aid
Immediate Safety
Safe Housing
Support Network

Supporting Parents of Autism - Washington Autism Alliance

Support group focused on mental health counseling for parents who have children on the autism spectrum.

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All Disabilities
Parents
Support Network
Support Groups
Autism
Development Disability
Counseling
Mental Health Care

Camp Mariposa - Lifeline Connections

A year-round substance use prevention and mentoring program that meets bi-monthly on weekends, for youth ages 9-12 or teens ages 13-17 affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. All camp activities are provided free of charge.

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Recreation
Addiction and Recovery
Teens (13-19 years old)
Support Groups
Group Therapy
Overnight Camp
Support Network
Children (2-12 years old)

Grief Recovery Support Groups - Grief Share

Find a local grief recovery support group.

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Adults (31-54 years old)
Support Groups
Grieving

Connection Recovery Support Group - NAMI of Whatcom County

A structured recovery support group that offers respect, encouragement, and hope. Free to those living with mental illness, this group promotes connection and understanding while respecting confidentiality.

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Support Groups
Health
All Mental Health
Peer Support
Mental Health Care

Behavioral Health Services - Unity Care NW Ferndale

Provides behavioral health services integrated with medical care, including traditional counseling and psychiatric services, substance use disorder (SUD) counseling, support and wellness groups, and case management services to help patients access other community resources.

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Mental Health Evaluation
Medication Management
Mental Health Care
Alcohol Dependency
Substance Use Counseling
Case Management
Support Groups
Dual Diagnosis
All Mental Health
Opioid Dependency
Counseling
Medications for Mental Health
Support Network

Apoyo Entre Pares - Whatcom Perinatal Mental Health Taskforce

Conéctate con el apoyo entre pares locales de forma gratuita. El Condado de Whatcom tiene varias ofertas de apoyo entre pares. No necesitas cita previa para participar en los grupos y no se requiere registro. Ten en cuenta que, para todos los grupos de forma presencial, los bebés de hasta 12 meses son bienvenidos. No hay cuidado de niños disponible.

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Support Network
Peer Support
Parents
Mothers
Support Groups

Tender Transitions - Mobile Mama

Tender Transitions is a 6-week support group designed for newly postpartum moms. The group offers mindfulness tools for navigating postpartum, supportive discussions, and practical strategies for the transition to motherhood. Meeting location varies, see website for details.

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Support Groups
Mothers
Pregnant

Sangha Mamas - Bellingham Insight Meditation Society

Sangha Mamas are a group of mamas and grand-mamas who share a common intention to practice the dharma and to be present for adventures in parenting. Available via Zoom.

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Support Network
Support Groups
Mothers
Parents
Peer Support
Alternative Medicine
Adults (31-54 years old)

LGBTQIA+ Program - Program for Early Parent Support

A peer-support meeting for parents and caregivers who identify as LGBTQIA+, and with children aged 0-12. Groups will meet virtually once a week for 12 weeks.

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Parents
Support Network
Support Groups
LGBTQIA+
Caregivers
Care

Connecting the Expecting Program - Program for Early Parent Support

Program will focus on how adding a baby to the family will affect one's relationships, family life, and regular obligations. It also offers a chance to connect and create community with other families expecting a baby. Designed for families in their third trimester of pregnancy, or who are planning to adopt a baby. It is recommended for families to register for a group that best aligns with their baby's due date.

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Peer Support
Parenting Education
Support Network
Care
Parents
Pregnant
Support Groups

Grief Support Groups - Whatcom Hospice Foundation

One day and multipart classes for people experiencing grief. These classes are both in-person and virtual. See website for program details and dates. All classes are free, but require registration.

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Bereavement
Grieving
Support Groups

Whatcom/Skagit AA Meeting Schedule - Whatcom County Alcoholics Anonymous

Check the online calendar to find in-person and online Alcoholics Anonymous meetings near you.

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Virtual Support
Peer Support
Support Groups
Alcohol Dependency
Peer Recovery Coaching
Addiction and Recovery
Support Network
12-Step

Baby Steps - Whatcom Perinatal Mental Health Taskforce

Peer support group for birthing parents in recovery from substance use disorder, held twice monthly on Zoom.

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Support Groups
Peer Support
Opioid Dependency
Parenting Education
Mothers
Alcohol Dependency

Foster Parent Services - Skookum Kids

Ensures foster parents are prepared through Foster Class, supported through ongoing Foster Family Support Groups, and backed by an attentive team of Foster Care Specialists.

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Adoption & Foster Parenting
Foster Youth
Adoption & Foster Care
Support Groups
Adoption & Foster Placement

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