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Affiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesServices: Education and nutrition program; healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and other servicesWomen, Infants and Children (WIC) is an education and nutrition program that supports pregnant women, new mothers and young children to eat well and learn about nutrition. The WIC program serves to safeguard the health of low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age five, who are at nutritional risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating including breastfeeding promotion and support, and referrals to health care. Eligibility Services are provided at not cost to eligible families: Income eligible military or Washington state residents, including working families Pregnant women Women who are breastfeeding a baby under 1 year of age Women who have had a baby in the past six months Parents, step-parents, single father, guardians and foster parents of infants and children under the age of 5 can apply for their children Families on Medicaid, Basic Food and/or TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) The following information is needed at an enrollment appointment: Identification Proof of address Proof of income Provider One Medical Card (if an individual or their child has one) For more information, call 360-240-5554, visit the WIC webpage, or go to the Island County WIC Facebook page. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 8:00 am - 4:30 pmMon8:00 am - 4:30 pmTue8:00 am - 4:30 pmWed8:00 am - 4:30 pmThu8:00 am - 4:30 pmFriClosedSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesServices: Education and nutrition program; healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and other servicesWomen, Infants and Children (WIC) is an education and nutrition program that supports pregnant women, new mothers and young children to eat well and learn about nutrition. The WIC program serves to safeguard the health of low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age five, who are at nutritional risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating including breastfeeding promotion and support, and referrals to health care. Eligibility Services are provided at not cost to eligible families: Income eligible military or Washington state residents, including working families Pregnant women Women who are breastfeeding a baby under 1 year of age Women who have had a baby in the past six months Parents, step-parents, single father, guardians and foster parents of infants and children under the age of 5 can apply for their children Families on Medicaid, Basic Food and/or TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) The following information is needed at an enrollment appointment: Identification Proof of address Proof of income Provider One Medical Card (if an individual or their child has one) For more information, call 360-240-5554, visit the WIC webpage, or go to the Island County WIC Facebook page. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 8:00 am - 5:00 pmMon8:00 am - 5:00 pmTue8:00 am - 5:00 pmWed8:00 am - 5:00 pmThu8:00 am - 5:00 pmFri8:00 am - 5:00 pmSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: Vocational rehabilitation counseling & guidance; benefit planning, training & education, and job-related servicesThe DSHS Department of Vocational Rehabilitation offers vocational rehabilitation services designed to help individuals prepare for, get, keep, or advance in a job. The services one receives are based on an individual’s needs and unique circumstances. Services Services may include one or more of the following: Vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance Assessment services Individualized plans for employment Benefit planning services Independent living services Assistive Technology services Training and education services Job-related services For more details about these services, please visit this page. What to Bring Proof of identity and legal right to work Legal guardian or guardianship paperwork Copy of SSI/SSDI award letter Copy of high school IEP Copy of relevant medical/disability records Names & contact information for one’s medical providers Any questions about vocational rehabilitation Individuals are welcome to bring a friend or support person to assist them in understanding the vocational rehabilitation process. For more information, please refer to the DSHS website. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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Affiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesServices: Employment, residential, family, & school-based services/support; foster care, independent living support, job trainingService Alternatives is a multi-faceted human services agency with a clear vision and strong values. They have supported individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to realize their full potential at school, home, work, and in the community. Service Alternatives has facilitated learning and growth of schools, hospitals, and a variety of public and private institutions. Services Service Alternatives offers numerous services (which are listed on their website) such as: Employment services Residential services Wraparound/kinship services Foster care Evidence-based family support services School-based services Independent living support Consultation Training For more information, visit the Service Alternatives website, or contact Service Alternatives using their contact form. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmMon9:00 am - 4:00 pmTue9:00 am - 4:00 pmWed9:00 am - 4:00 pmThu9:00 am - 4:00 pmFri9:00 am - 4:00 pmSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesServices: Basic needs; child care resources, food, housing, infants/toddlers, job skills & money management, preschool & educationThe Opportunity Council is a private, non-profit Community Action Agency serving homeless and low-income families and individuals. Their mission is to help people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities. The Opportunity Council offers a broad scope of services that range from addressing immediate and crisis-oriented needs (food, emergency shelter, eviction-prevention) to longer-term programs that promote self-sufficiency in the community (early childhood education, home weatherization). Services The Opportunity Council offers services including, but not limited to: Basic needs Child care resources Food & nutrition Home & energy assistance Housing Infants & toddlers Job skills & money management Preschool & education For more information, call 360-679-6577 or 800-317-5427, email info@oppco.org, or visit oppco.org. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 8:00 am - 5:00 pmMon8:00 am - 5:00 pmTue8:00 am - 5:00 pmWed8:00 am - 5:00 pmThu8:00 am - 5:00 pmFri8:00 am - 5:00 pmSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: Vocational rehabilitation counseling & guidance; benefit planning, training & education, and job-related servicesThe DSHS Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) offers vocational rehabilitation services designed to help individuals prepare for, get, keep, or advance in a job. The services one receives are based on an individual’s needs and unique circumstances. Services Services may include one or more of the following: Vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance Assessment services Individualized plans for employment Benefit planning services Independent living services Assistive Technology services Training and education services Job-related services For more details regarding services, visit this page. What to Bring Proof of identity and legal right to work Legal guardian or guardianship paperwork Copy of SSI/SSDI award letter Copy of high school IEP Copy of relevant medical/disability records Names & contact information for one’s medical providers Any questions about vocational rehabilitation Individuals are welcome to bring a friend or support person to assist them in understanding the vocational rehabilitation process. For more information, visit the Mount Vernon DVR webpage. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 7:00 am - 5:30 pmMon7:00 am - 5:30 pmTue7:00 am - 5:30 pmWed7:00 am - 5:30 pmThu7:00 am - 5:30 pmFriClosedSat7:00 am - 5:30 pmSun7:00 am - 5:30 pmAffiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: Driving school; commercial drivers licensing (CDL) trainingCategory: EducationTags: Educational ResourceTaylor Driving School is a CDL school in Washington State. Taylor Driving School has a 95% first attempt pass rating and a 100% course completion rate. Taylor Driving School claims to offer about the lowest priced CDL School in the area, and have a number of options to help students pay for schooling (if qualified). For more information, visit the Taylor Driving School website. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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Affiliation: Unaffiliated Resource?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: Housing & education assistance, preschool/Head Start, elder's services, healthcare and wellness, social services, & moreThe Samish Indian Nation is governed by a seven member Tribal Council elected to oversee the welfare and resources of the Tribe; its constitution, economic development, policies, legislation, enrollment, and justice. A General Council, all voting age members, maintains active participation in both the governance responsibilities and cultural gatherings of the Tribe. Programs & Services The Tribe offers to its members a wide variety of opportunities, programs, and services such as: Housing assistance Preschool and Head Start Elder’s services Natural resource management & protection Healthcare and wellness Social services Vocational rehabilitation Cultural enrichment Education assistance Preservation and archives For more information, visit the Samish Indian Nation website, or contact Leslie Eastwood (General Manager) at 360-293-6404. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 9:00 am - 3:00 pmMon9:00 am - 3:00 pmTue9:00 am - 3:00 pmWed9:00 am - 3:00 pmThu9:00 am - 3:00 pmFri9:00 am - 3:00 pmSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Official Partner?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: [Concrete Community Center] Education, family development, behavioral health, housing assistance, legal aid, WIC programCommunity Action of Skagit County is a community-based, private nonprofit organization unaffiliated with any government agency. They serve in Skagit County and partner with a nationwide network of Community Action agencies to move local families & communities from poverty to prosperity. Community Action of Skagit County seeks to foster and advocate for self-sufficiency among low-income people in Skagit County. Services Community Action of Skagit County offers a wide range of services such as: Adult education Financial empowerment Behavioral health ombuds A family development center Employment services Energy assistance A housing resource center Legal aid Senior & disabled services Women, Infants & Children (WIC) program Meal service program Veteran services Facility usage Concrete Community Center offers an ideal location for volunteering and skill building opportunities to prepare for employment and/or personal enrichment. For more information, contact Community Action of Skagit County, or visit the Concrete Family Resource Center webpage. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 8:30 am - 5:00 pmMon8:30 am - 5:00 pmTue8:30 am - 5:00 pmWed8:30 am - 5:00 pmThu8:30 am - 5:00 pmFri8:30 am - 5:00 pmSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Official Partner?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: [Main Office] Education, family development, behavioral health, housing assistance, legal aid, WIC programCommunity Action of Skagit County is a community-based, private nonprofit organization unaffiliated with any government agency. They serve in Skagit County and partner with a nationwide network of Community Action agencies to move local families & communities from poverty to prosperity. Community Action of Skagit County seeks to foster and advocate for self-sufficiency among low-income people in Skagit County. Services Community Action of Skagit County offers a wide range of services such as: Adult education Financial empowerment Behavioral health ombuds A family development center Employment services Energy assistance A housing resource center Legal aid Senior & disabled services Women, Infants & Children (WIC) program Meal service program Veteran services Facility usage Concrete Community Center offers an ideal location for volunteering and skill building opportunities to prepare for employment and/or personal enrichment. For more information, contact Community Action of Skagit County, or visit the Community Action of Skagit County website. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmMon9:00 am - 5:00 pmTue9:00 am - 5:00 pmWed9:00 am - 5:00 pmThu9:00 am - 5:00 pmFriClosedSatClosedSunClosedAffiliation: Official Partner?: YesServices: Education/classes, Employment/job search services; GED/HS21+; Microsoft Word & Excel trainingThe Goodwill Job Training and Education Center in Skagit County offers classes in a wide range of subjects, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), computers, and work readiness. Services At this location, Goodwill offers programs/services and resources for: Employment/job searching Courses for GED/HS21+ Citizenship English second language (ESL) Basic Word & Excel training (Microsoft Office) Cashiering The Training and Education Center is open Monday through Thursday and Friday by appointment only. For more information, visit the Job Training and Education Center webpage, or contact Barbara B. Urbach at 360-848-6468. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019
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Affiliation: Official Partner?: YesAffiliation: Veteran Resource?: YesServices: GED/HS diplomas, technical degrees, certificates, academic transfer degrees. Life Transitions programs also offered.Category: EducationSkagit Valley College (SVC) is a comprehensive community college serving approximately 7,000 students each quarter in Skagit, Island, and San Juan counties and via eLearning. SVC offers industry-aligned job training, academic transfer degrees, basic education and personal and professional enrichment classes. Services SVC offers a wide variety of services and programs, including: GED & HS diplomas Technical degrees & certificates Academic transfer degrees Life transitions programs For more information, contact Aaron Kirk at 360-416-7849, or email aaron.kirk@skagit.edu. Info may differ due to COVID-19 Last Updated on September 18, 2019