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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) | https://nami.org/Home NAMI Washington 1107 NE 45th St Ste 330 Seattle, WA 98105-4697 800-950-6264 NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. | 05/20/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | Mental Health |
Northwest Youth Services |
Northwest Youth Services is a non-profit organization serving young people ages 13-24 experiencing homelessness in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. We support youth in identifying goals and building the skills necessary to reach their own sense of stability. Northwest Youth Services offers housing, street outreach, help finding a job or enrolling in school, connection to mental health services, support for LGBTQ youth, restorative justice for juvenile respondents, and referrals to other services in the community. | 05/20/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | Kids, Teen |
Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) | To access this service, call the VOA Crisis Response Services (the Care Crisis Line) at 1-800-584-3578 24/7 – 365 days-a-year to speak with a mental health professional who will assess the situation, make appropriate referrals, and/or dispatch the MCOT community based outreach team. The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) is a community-based outreach team with the ability to respond to and provide crisis services in the community (e.g., homes, schools, shelters). The Team serves adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing a behavioral health (mental health and/or substance use) crisis regardless of their funding source. MCOT offers short term crisis intervention and prevention services utilizing strength-based, solution-focused, culturally competent, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented interventions. What services do we offer? | 05/12/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | |
Crisis Care Line (Volunteers of America, Regional hotline) | 1-800-584-3578 Whether you had a bad day, or just need a non-judgmental ear to listen, we are here for you, no matter what you want to talk about. Our highly-skilled and compassionate staff are here to help. If you are in a state of distress, reach out today. Our crisis services are available 24/7 by phone and via chat. Call 1-800-584-3578 or visit www.imhurting.org. Our support is free, confidential, and always available. | 05/12/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | Mental Health |
Whatcom Community Detox | 2026 Division Street Services: | 05/12/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | |
Whatcom County Crisis Stabilization Center | 2026 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226 The Whatcom County Triage Center (WCTC) provides services to adults who are experiencing a mental health crisis, or who are in need of withdrawal management services, and helps them restore and stabilize their health. The stabilization facility offers an alternative to hospitalization or arrest. It is also a clear point of access to mental health and substance use services in Whatcom County. To access this service, call the VOA Care Crisis Response Services ‘the Care Crisis Line” at 1-800-584-3578, 24 hours-a-day, 365 days-a-year to speak with a licensed mental health professional who will assess the situation and make appropriate referrals. | 05/12/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | Detox, Drug Use |
Homeless Outreach Team | 360-312-3717 Connecting persons experiencing homelessness with services and supporting community members in working through issues surrounding homelessness. Monday to Friday, 7AM – 5:30PM. | 05/12/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | |
Get Ready For An Emergency | https://doh.wa.gov/emergencies/be-prepared-be-safe/get-ready
Washington State Department of Health offers practical advice to ensure you are prepared. | 05/05/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | Disaster Preparation |
CPR Training – American Red Cross | https://www.redcross.org/local/washington/take-a-class/cpr After successfully completing your CPR training in Washington your certification will be good for two years. In order to help you maintain your certification, we offer abbreviated CPR and first aid renewal classes not only allow you to stay up to date on the latest techniques, but once complete they allow you to extend your certification by two additional years. | 05/05/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | First Aid, Training |
Whatcom Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program | http://www.whatcomready.org/cert/ The Whatcom CERT program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area, and trains them in basic disaster response skills. CERT members are prepared to safely and efficiently assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. | 05/05/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources | hazards, prepare, response |
Whatcom Small Business Recovery Grants |
Grants up to $5,000. Applications must be submitted by May 3, 2022. General Timeline:• April 15th – May 3rd, 11:59 PM: Portal for applications is open. | 04/21/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Financial, Support |
Emergency Shelter Options for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness | Whatcom County Website: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/3167/Homeless-Shelters | 02/21/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Weather Resources | Cold, Emergency, Freezing, Homeless, shelter, Snow, Volunteer, Warming Station, weather, Wind |
Ferndale Severe Weather Shelter – United Church of Ferndale | The Severe Weather Shelter will be OPEN Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday overnight (Feb 21, 22, 23, 24). The shelter is located at the United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington St. Doors open at 5 pm and close at 8 am the next morning. If you need a warm place to stay please come! Cots, warm bedding, snacks and drinks provided. Please call 360-612-5075 for up-to-date information. El Refugio de Clima Severo estará ABIERTO lunes, martes, miércoles, y jueves durante la noche (21, 22, 23, 24 de febrero). El refugio está ubicado en la Iglesia Unida de Ferndale, 2034 Washington St. Las puertas se abren a las 5 pm y se cierran a las 8 am de la mañana siguiente. Si necesita un lugar cálientito para alojarse, ¡venga! Cunas, ropa de cama caliente, aperitivos y bebidas. Por favor, lama 360-612-5075 for mas informacion. Please call or text “help” to (360) 612-5075 for current shelter status and location. Locations: Primary – United Church of Ferndale (2034 Washington St) Conditions for activation: A temperature threshold of 28°F or below is forecasted as the overnight low and/or; | 02/21/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Weather Resources | |
WA Alert & Warning Notifications for Extreme Weather events |
The Washington State Emergency Management Division offers various local options for you to be quickly alerted to floods, wildfires, and more. | 02/03/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Alert, Earthquake, Emergency, Flood, Tsunami, Volcano, Wildfire |
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) |
FEMA Website: https://www.fema.gov/ | 02/02/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Disaster Recovery, Information, News |
Whatcom County Government News Updates |
Whatcom County Government Website (with News Flash (News and Updates): https://www.whatcomcounty.us/ Swift Creek and Sumas River Flooding and Asbestos Fact Sheet (Download PDF) | 01/19/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Asbestos, Closures, FEMA, Flood, instructions, Resilience Fund, Roads, Safety, shelter, Swift Creek, Updates |
East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC) | For transportation to our shelter and warm up center please call 599-2823 and speak with the Fire Department. | 12/27/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Cold, East County, Food Bank, Health, Kendall, Maple Falls, Services, Warming Station |
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Outage Map |
Real-Time Power Outage Map: https://www.pse.com/outage/outage-map Report an Outage: https://www.pse.com/outage Safety first. Never touch or go within 35 feet of downed power lines because they might be energized. Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.
| 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Electrical, Electricity, Power, Power outage, Utility, Wires |
Whatcom Breaking News |
Whatcom Breaking News Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WhatcomNewsAlert/ | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | News, Updates |
Point Roberts Emergency Preparedness (PREP) | PREP Website: http://www.prepgroup.org/ | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Emergency Services, Information, Point Roberts, Support |
American Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery Services | Northwest Region Disaster Relief and Recovery Website: https://www.redcross.org/local/washington/get-help.html | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, Relief, Rescue, Support |
DSHS Disaster Cash Assistance Program | Washington Department of Social and Health Services Disaster Cash Assistance Program 4101 Meridian St., Bellingham, 98226 Cash program activated due to natural disasters or other specified states of emergency declared by the Governor. It is available to families or individuals without children who face an emergency and don’t have the money to meet their basic needs. | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Assistance, Disaster Recovery, Food, Money, Support |
Washington Connection: Your Link to Services | Website: https://www.washingtonconnection.org/home/ | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, DSHS, Food, Health, Money, Relief, Services |
DSHS Emergency Programs Application for Benefits | Website: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/62 | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, Food, Health, Money, Relief, Services |
Facebook Page: NOOKSACK RIVER FLOOD Disaster November 2021 | Public Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495680071479063 | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources, Weather Resources | Cleanup, Disaster Recovery, Everson, Flood, Food, Nooksack, Rescue, Support |
FEMA Disaster Recovery Assistance | https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, Emergency Services, FEMA, Flood Damage, Government, Support |
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office | Website: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/200/Sheriff Please report any flood-damaged property as soon as possible to our Division of Emergency Management at (360) 788-5311. More cases reported increases the likelihood that Whatcom County will meet thresholds for state and federal assistance. | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Emergency Services, Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Report |
Individual and Small Business Assistance from Washington Emergency Management Division Human Services Program | Website: https://mil.wa.gov/for-individuals-households-businesses#Individual The Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Program: SBA disaster loans are available even without a Presidential Disaster Declaration and are a great tool to provide low-interest loans to individuals, families, businesses and organizations that suffer physical or economic loss due to a disaster or other disruption. For more information, please click here. For more information, please click here. Limited English Proficiency Program: The LEP program supports language accessibility for individuals, families and businesses by working with state and local governments and community organizations to promote preparedness activities in communities around the state. For more information, please click here. Disaster Resilience, Recovery and Restoration: Disaster Recovery includes both pre-disaster recovery planning and post-disaster recovery to re-envision and restore a community. Technical assistance and information is available for local governments, special districts, and organizations. Please click here for more information. Individual Assistance, SBA, other Human Services Programs Limited English Proficiency Program | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Cash, Counseling, Disaster Recovery, Loans, Money, Support, Training |
Whatcom County Flooding Call Center | (360) 788-5303 | 12/26/2021 | Community Resources, Emergency/Disaster Resources, Flood Resources | Call Center, Cleanup, Flood, Flood Damage, Food, Help, Phone, Roads, Sandbag, shelter |