Whitman County
RESOURCES

Autism Services  — Whitman County

Autism Society of Washington https://www.autismsocietyofwa.org/
Phone: 206-693-3153
Provides: We are a proudly Autistic-led and neuro-affirming organization, and a dedicated affiliate of the Autism Society of America. We support Autistics and their communities across Washington State through advocacy, education, allyship, and inclusive connection. We strive to create a more accepting and informed world.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation https://myasdf.org/
Provides: Supports children with an autism spectrum disorder by providing information, education and financial assistance to their families and relevant community services organizations. This organization also supports an Autism Awareness Program, Holiday Gift Card Program and Summer Scholarship Program, along with the iPad for Kids Program.

Ben’s Fund https://www.bensfund.org/
Provides: Ben’s Fund provides funds to families in need to help cover costs associated with medical bills, therapies and numerous other aspects of supporting a child or young adult on the autism spectrum. Applicants request a yearly grant to help cover the costs to get the care, support and items they need to become all they can be. See website for application and details.

Boost Collaborative – Evaluation and Assessment http://www.boostcollaborativewa.org/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Boost Collaborative provides, at no cost to families, Evaluation and Assessments of children birth to three for parents who have concerns about their child’s development. This service does NOT require a doctor’s order or insurance. If parents choose to have their child assessed, they are NOT obligated to use recommended services.

Once a parent request this service (OR a doctor submits a referral,) Boost Collaborative is obligated to schedule an intake appointment within a 45-day timeframe. The intake appointment may be in-person or virtual. The Support Services team gathers information about your child through parent report, observation of the child while playing and doing daily tasks, and using formal assessments completed by qualified providers. The team is able to gather an in-depth look at your child’s development to determine their needs. This formal process is provided by a team of early intervention professionals working with your child and their parents or guardian. Copies of the development assessment and observations are shared with parents, typically in a written report format.

Boost Collaborative – Early Supports Services http://boostcollaborativewa.org/early-intervention/
Phone: (509) 332-4420
Provides: Early Supports services are established to enable children birth to three, whom have a developmental delay or diagnosed disability, to have increased success when engaged in natural learning experiences. Services may include, but are not limited to Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy, Special Instruction, Feeding Team Services, and Service Coordination.

Boost Collaborative makes every effort to provide services to each child/family in a natural environment; that is, the environment where the child spends their day. This may be in the family home, at childcare, or in another community setting.

Center of Excellence (COE) is an individual, evaluating and prescribing provider per WAC 182-531A-0800. For Providers designated by the Heath Care Authority as a COE provider in your county visit: https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/billers-and-providers/index-coe-applied-behavioral-analysis.pdf

Disruptive Behavior Crisis Clinic at Seattle Children’s Hospital
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-and-behavioral-medicine/services/disruptive-behavior-crisis-clinic/
Provides: The Disruptive Behavior Crisis Clinic offers care when a child is having a mental health crisis related to behavioral issues. We serve families who have been in or are at risk of coming to the emergency department or think they need immediate 911 intervention. We will support your family by seeing you (the child’s parents or caregivers) for 5 visits, 1 day a week. For some families, these visits may help avoid the need for a hospital stay. If your child or family needs help right away, go to your nearest emergency room or call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 to be connected to a mental health crisis responder (24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States).
*We accept referrals from Seattle Children’s providers, emergency department providers, primary care providers, mental health providers and school healthcare providers.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

iPad for Kids Program https://myasdf.org/ipad-for-kids-application/
Provides: iPads for Kids Program will distribute 50 iPads per month for a total of 600 iPads in 2024 to children with autism. 50 recipients will be randomly selected from the completed applications received. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. Please apply on-line using the link above.

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

Range Community Clinic Autism and Neurodevelopmental Clinic https://www.rangecommunityclinic.org/autism-neurodevelopmental-clinic/
Phone: (509) 505-7481
Provides: Serves children ages 18 months to 18 years. Requires referral from Primary Care Physician. Accepts Apple Health/ Medicaid and most private insurances. Our services include: full medical work-up and evaluation in all developmental areas, comprehensive evaluation for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), comprehensive evaluation and treatment for children with speech, language and learning challenges for communication disorders, evaluation, consultation, and treatment for children with neurodevelopmental disorders, evaluation and consultation for augmentative alternative communication (AAC), medication management and collaboration with your primary care provider, support for accessing care and close collaboration with community health care providers and therapists to meet the specific needs of each child, triaging services by a family support coordinator and continued monitoring of care access, standard of care six-month follow-up consultation with team.

Seattle Children’s Autism Center https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/autism-center/
Phone: 206-987-8080
Provides: Seattle Children’s Autism Center is known nationally for our wide range of innovative, effective treatments and services. From our early intervention program for children under 6 to our transition support for young adults preparing for the next stage of life, we provide care that can make a real difference for your family. Our goal is to give your child or teen complete and coordinated care and help them transition to adult services when the time is right. We work closely with experts in other specialties at Seattle Children’s to assess and treat your child, including Neurodevelopmental, Neurosciences, Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Epilepsy, Genetics, Gastroenterology and others. Website provides access to numerous patient and family education resources and support.

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

Valiant Health Solutions https://autismbestlife.com/home
Phone: 509-795-0305
Provides: Classes, programs and services to autistic and neurodivergent children, teen, young adults and supports their parents so they can get good grades, find friends, find jobs, take care of themselves and enjoy life. There are online/Zoom classes and social skills programs, friendship and bully-proofing camps, as well as fitness classes. There are some options for in-home fitness classes and private lessons as well. Some insurances cover all/part of the classes. Please call 509-795-0305 for a free phone screen and to learn more about available services.

WA Include Collaborative https://wainclude.org/
Provides: WA INCLUDE Collaborative works to improve systems of care by supporting education, training, and connections within a growing community of champions working to improve community capacity to care for individuals with I/DD. Washington INCLUDE Collaborative provides access to ECHO Programs, trainings, resources and community events.

ECHO Autism Washington utilizes the innovative Project ECHO (Extension for Community Health Care Outcomes) hub and spokes learning model to telementor clinicians in all parts of Washington State. Through case-based learning and didactics, ECHO Autism WA course faculty experts guide practitioners in the diagnosis and management of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ECHO Autism WA is funded by the Washington State Legislature and UW Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program.

Behavioral Health Services  — Whitman County

Allenger Dialectic Therapies (telehealth) https://www.allengerdt.com/
Phone: 509-850-0408
Provides: Practicing Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), an evidence based treatment that disorders characterized by overcontrol: chronic depression, chronic anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, anorexia and personality disorders like avoidant, paranoid, and obsessive compulsive).

Charlie Health https://www.charliehealth.com/
Phone: 215-789-0454 or 206-369-2363
Provides: Virtual Services including Intensive Outpatient Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Free Support Groups, Commercial Insurance and Medicaid Accepted.

Charlie Health is now accepting referrals for our new primary eating disorder intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to deliver personalized, evidence-based care from the comfort of home. For more information call 1-866-953-2537 or use the online form to make a referral https://referrals.charliehealth.com/referral-form.

Downtown Counseling Group https://www.downtowncounselinggroup.com/
Phone: 208-883-9927
Provides: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma & PTSD, LGBTQ Counseling

Excelsior Wellness Center https://excelsiorwellnesscenter.org/
Phone: 1-509-559-3100
Provides: The Excelsior Wellness Center provides individual and group counseling, support, and advocacy services for young people with complex behavioral health needs and their families. Our wellness program aim to assist children to young adults and their families with in-person or virtually guided mental health care counseling, care coordination and peer support. Provides WISe+, Virtual Intensive Engagement Wraparound (VIEW), Therapeutic Recreation and Counseling services.

Fairfax https://www.fairfaxhospital.com/programs/outpatient/teen-outpatient/
Phone: 425-284-8280 (admissions)
Provides: Intensive Outpatient Program that includes DBT Skills, CBT, Trauma Informed Care, Patient Led Focus Groups, Selective Pull Out Groups, Med Management, Music/Rec Therapy, Access to Pediatric Psychiatrist, Care Coordination, Safety Check-ins multiple times per day, Processing Groups, Comprehensive Assessment, Discharge Planning/Care Coordination
Insurance Accepted: Coordinated Care, CHPW, all Commercial Plans including Kaiser, Tricare, Medicare, BCBS, Regence, Aetna, Cigna

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Free Therapy Voucher Program for Farmers https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/free-therapy-voucher-program/
Phone: Call WSU Psychology Clinic at (509) 335-3587
Provides: Washington’s Farm Stress Counseling Voucher Program is led by WSU Skagit County Extension and utilizes the WSU Psychology Clinic to deliver telehealth appointments to farmers who request stress-related counseling. The program is available free of charge to all farmers and farmworkers in Washington state, including those in the forestry and shellfish industries. It provides six free tele-health sessions with a licensed clinical psychologist and doctoral candidate student trainees based in the clinical psychology program. Each session is approximately 50–60 minutes over a Zoom call, and scheduling hours are flexible.

New Journeys Washington https://www.newjourneyswashington.org/
Provides: A person-centered evidence-based treatment model for individuals experiencing a first-episode psychosis. Those who are eligible for the program are offered wrap around services, psychotherapy, supported employment and education, family education, and medication management. Peer support and case management offered in some locations.

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Palouse River Counseling http://www.palouserivercounseling.org/
Phone: 509-334-1133
Provides: Addiction, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, General Practice, Grief, Life Transitions, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma and PTSD, Mental Health Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Sexuality

Pullman Regional Psychiatry Services https://www.pullmanregional.org/palouse-psychiatry-behavioral-health
Phone: 509-339-2394
Provides: Provides medication management services

Scott Community Care https://www.scottcommunitycare.com/welcome.html
Phone: 208-882-3504
Provides: Some of our specialty areas include PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Abuse/Trauma, Anger Management, Substance Abuse, Family Therapy, Parent Education, Self-Esteem, EMDR. We also provide Community-Based Rehabilitation Services (CBRS.) CBRS can help you if you feel you are having problems with things like paying bills on time, maintaining housing, maintaining relationships, cooking and cleaning, living independently, managing symptoms, communicating with others, and more.

Partnership Access Line (PAL) https://www.seattlechildrens.org/healthcare-professionals/access-services/partnership-access-line/
Provides: The Partnership Access line (PAL) is a state-funded program providing mental health consultation for questions such as diagnostic clarification, medication adjustment or treatment planning.

PAL for Moms (Perinatal Psychiatry Consultation Line) https://perc.psychiatry.uw.edu/perinatal-pcl/
Provides: Perinatal PCL is a free, state-funded program providing perinatal mental health consultation, recommendations and referrals for Washington state providers caring for pregnant or postpartum patients.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-and-behavioral-medicine/psychiatric-urgent-care/
Phone: 206-987-2164 for English, 1-866-583-1527 for additional languages
Provides: Same-day in person and virtual (video) visits for children and teens ages 4 through 17 in Washington State who need urgent mental health support but do not need the services of an Emergency Department (ED). Services provided include evaluation of youth and reason for urgent concern, help create a safety plan, offer treatment recommendations and may provide referrals to additional services. PSYCHIATRIC URGENT CARE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET AN APPOINTMENT WITH SEATTLE CHILDREN’S PSYCHIATRY AND BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE CLINIC FASTER THAN OTHER PATIENTS WAITING FOR CARE. Please see website for additional information and how to connect to a provider via video.
Location: 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA

Service Alternatives https://servicealternatives.com/
Provides: Service Alternatives works with individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to realize their full potential at school, home, work and in the community. Provides various programs and services throughout Washington State. Services offered to children and families are focused on advancing the potential for family stabilization, reunification, safety, behavior rehabilitation and opportunities for growth.

THIRA Health https://www.thirahealth.com
Phone: (425) 650-1122
Provides: Treatment for eating disorders, anxiety, depression and other co-occurring conditions on a foundation of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program in Bellevue for women, teen girls and gender non-conforming individuals, Intensive Outpatient Program for adult women, In-Person Teen Intensive Outpatient Program, Adolescent Residential Program in Bellevue treatment depression, anxiety, self-harm and trauma-related disorders ages 13-17, Adult Residential Treatment Program for individuals 18+ treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and trauma-related disorders. Insurance: Contact THIRA Health for insurances accepted

V.I.E.W. (Virtual Intensive Engagement Wraparound) https://excelsiorwellness.org/wellness-center/
Phone: 509-559-3100
Provides: A telehealth option for youth and families that includes digital resources to promote wellness, healing and recovery. The program includes individual and family sessions, care coordination, and medication management. Participants have access to peer support, mental health professional, care navigator, substance use disorder professional and psychiatric provider. Must have Medicaid or be Medicaid eligible, serves youth up to 21 years of age.

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA state. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Washington State University, Cougar Health Services https://cougarhealth.wsu.edu/mental-health/
Phone: 509-335-4511, 509-335-2159
Provides: Areas of focus include: Stress and anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Disordered eating, Academic difficulties, Gender and sexual identity concerns & Cultural issues

Weeks and Vietri Counseling and Community Services https://www.weeksandvietri.com/
Phone: 208-882-8514
Provides: Counseling and psychological services for anxiety, adjustment issues, depression, chronic mental illness, grief counseling, and parenting support.

Whitman County Public Health https://whitmancountypublichealth.org/community-health/harm-reduction
Phone: 509-397-6280
Provides: Services include safe drug disposal, anonymous 1:1 needle exchange program, syringe and sharps container disposal, overdose prevention and naloxone training to those who qualify. See Whitman County Public Health’s Harm Reduction website for more information.

Whitman Hospital https://www.whmc.org/
Phone: 509-397-4717
Provides: Psychological services, telehealth only

Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe)
https://www.hca.wa.gov/free-or-low-cost-health-care/i-need-behavioral-health-support/wraparound-intensive-services-wise
Provides: Intensive home and community-based mental health services to Medicaid-eligible children and youth.

Black, Indigenous and People of Color Mental Health Resources  —   Whitman County

B5 (Formerly Family Resource Center) https://www.thriveatb5.org/
Phone: 509-491-1226
Provides: Educational classes and after-school programs for refugee families

Being the Village https://www.beingthevillage.com/
Provides: Culturally specific support group that caters to Black mothers and is welcome to mothers of color

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

DMHS – Deconstructing the Mental Health System https://dmhsus.org/
Provides: Brings anti-racist therapists and wellness practitioners together to address the mental health system’s racial and financial inequities, through education and other initiatives. Also provides a free directory for Therapists and Wellness Professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

FYSPRT (Family Youth System Partner Round Table) http://www.southeastfysprt.org/home.html
Contact: 509-737-2475 or fysprt@gcbh.org
Provides: A forum to bring families, youth and system partners and community together to strengthen resources by providing community-based approaches to address the behavioral health needs of children, youth and families. All are welcome at FYSPRT meetings, meetings are open to the public and take place on the 1st Thursday of each month 3:30-5pm via Zoom. See website for Zoom link.

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations Spokane Valley, WA https://healinglodge.org/
Provides: Residential chemical dependency treatment for males and females 13-17 years of age. Provides 90-120 day intensive inpatient treatment. Primary focus is to serve the Native American popular, services are open to all adolescents.
Phone: 509-533-6910

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Native and Strong- 9-8-8 line https://doh.wa.gov/newsroom/nations-first-native-and-strong-lifeline-launches-part-988
Phone: 988
Provides: A dedicated line is available for Washington’s American Indian and Alaska Native communities people who call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Calls are answered by Native crisis counselors who are tribal members and descendants closely tied to their tribe.

• American Indian and Alaska Native: Dial 988 then press 4
• For American Indian and Alaska Native Text: N8V to 988
• For American Indian and Alaska Native Chat: Select “All Native people in Washington state” box in the pre-chat survey when chatting online.

Native Resource Hub https://nativehub.org/
Phone: 1-866-491-1683
Provides: The Native Resource Hub is a phone line and centralized information center. The Hub helps Native people and their health care providers find resources for food or housing insecurity, mental health needs, trouble paying energy or utility bills, a desire to connect with their culture or community through tribal events, legal challenges, job loss or trouble finding a job, any need to connect with resources, services or support. The Native Resource Hub is open from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. The Native Resource Hub serves all Indigenous people in Washington, including American Indian and Alaska Native people, First Nations people, Tribal members and unenrolled descendants, regardless of your tribe’s homeland. All staff members are Native people.

SPARK Peer Learning Center – https://wayouth.us/
Provides: SPARK Peer Learning Center is a youth led organization that works to strengthen and build the workforce development of youth certified peer support specialists with an emphasis on the WISe program in Washington State. We offer a 6-week program for youth ages 17-26 that teaches social and emotional skills who have had or is a family member of someone with behavior health challenges, and has knowledge of utilizing or navigating complex systems. SPARK classes prepare the youth to take the Certified Peer Support Specialist training.

Transgender Rights Washington Gender Justice League https://genderjusticeleague.org
Phone: 206-538-0423
Provides: Gender Justice League (GJL) is a civil and human rights organization that focuses on elevating the rights of TwoSpirit, Trans, and Gender Diverse (2STGD) communities in WA and beyond through advocacy efforts, direct services, shared leadership development, and the creation of sacred Trans spaces like Trans Pride Seattle.

Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs https://capaa.wa.gov/
Phone: (360) 725-5667
Provides: A state agency with an advisory board of 12 commissioners appointed by the governor to be a voice for Washington’s diverse Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

Eating Disorder Treatment  — Whitman County

Center for Discovery https://centerfordiscovery.com/
Phone: (888) 352-1069
Provides: Residential and Partial Hospitalization (Female Identifying, 18+) Bellevue, WA
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and Virtual) (All genders, ages 10+) Bellevue, WA
Provides: Residential and Partial Hospitalization (All genders, 10-17) Edmonds, WA
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual (All genders, ages 10+) Tacoma, WA
Insurance: Accepted Providers- Cigna, First Choice Health, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Optum, Premera Blue Cross, call regarding Medicaid acceptance.

Charlie Health https://referrals.charliehealth.com/eating-disorders
Phone: 1-866-953-2537
Provides: Charlie Health is now accepting referrals for our new primary eating disorder intensive outpatient program (IOP) designed to deliver personalized, evidence-based care from the comfort of home. Our virtual ED IOP includes ED-specific group sessions 3x/week, weekly individual and family therapy, nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian, and coordination with PCPs for labs and medical oversight. Charlie Health supports teens and adults navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other complex presentations. With integrated support for co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, our model meets clients where they are without compromising on structure or outcomes. For more information call 1-866-953-2537 or use the online form to make a referral https://referrals.charliehealth.com/referral-form.

Eating Recovery Center  https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/recovery-centers/washington
Phone: (425) 454-1010 Bellevue, WA
Provides: Inpatient, Residential, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual Intensive Outpatient (All genders, ages 10+)
Insurance: Accepted Providers- United Healthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Cofinity, ComPsych, Magellan Health, Moda Health, MultiPlan, PHCS; does not work directly with Medicaid, Medicare, or Tricare.

The Emily Program https://emilyprogram.com/locations/washington/
Phone: (888) 364-5977
Provides: Residential (All genders, 18+) Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+)
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+) in Lacey, WA
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient (All genders, Ages 12+) Spokane, WA
Virtual outpatient options available as well. (All genders, Ages 10+)
Insurance: Aetna, Amerigroup, Asuris Northwest Health, Cigna, Community Health Plan of Washington, Coordinated Care (Only in King County), First Choice Health Network, GAIP, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Premera Blue Cross, Regence Blue Shield, United Behavioral Health/ United Healthcare/ Optum, UHC Community Plan (Only in King County)

Opal: Food + Body Wisdom  https://www.opalfoodandbody.com/
Phone:  (206) 926-9087
Provides: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, Virtual Outpatient (All genders, 18+) Seattle, WA
Insurance: Regence Blue Shield, Premera Blue Cross, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, First Choice Health, HMA, Kaiser Permanente, Asuris, Cigna (PHP/IOP only). Does not work directly with Medicaid or Medicare

Seattle Children’s Eating Disorders Recovery Program https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/eating-disorders/
Phone: (206) 987-2028
Provides: Inpatient medical and psychiatric care and a 12-week outpatient treatment program. (All genders, ages 10-21)
Insurance: Works with the majority of state and private insurance providers. Extensive list at their website.

THIRA Health https://www.thirahealth.com
Phone: (425) 650-1122
Provides: Treatment for eating disorders, anxiety, depression and other co-occurring conditions on a foundation of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program in Bellevue for women, teen girls and gender non-conforming individuals, Intensive Outpatient Program for adult women, In-Person Teen Intensive Outpatient Program, Adolescent Residential Program in Bellevue treatment depression, anxiety, self-harm and trauma-related disorders ages 13-17, Adult Residential Treatment Program for individuals 18+ treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and trauma-related disorders. Insurance: Contact THIRA Health for insurances accepted

Dietitians — Whitman County

Cactus & Clove Nutrition Counseling, LLC https://cactusandclove.com/
Phone: (509) 554-3219
Kelsey Schmitt, RD, CD kelsey@cactusandclove.com
Virtual

Nourish https://www.usenourish.com/
Provides: Collective of multiple virtual dietitians that specialize in the treatment of eating disorders
Contact them through website.

Employment Resources — Whitman County

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)  https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dvr
Phone: 509-374-2151
Provides: Services to help you prepare for, get, keep or advance in a job and may include assessments, benefit planning, independent living services, assistive technology services, training and educational services.

WorkSource https://seeker.worksourcewa.com/
Phone: 509-339-7410
Provides: WorkSource is a statewide partnership of state, local and nonprofit agencies that provides an array of employment and training services to job seekers and employers in Washington. Customers access services electronically through WorkSourceWA.com or through a network of more than 60 WorkSource centers, affiliates and connection sites.

Rural Resources Community Action https://ruralresources.org/location/pullman-employment-training/
Phone: 509-339-7416 or 833-572-8397
Provides: Rural Resources Employment & Training, a WorkSource Pullman partner, offers training and support, paid work assistance, and on-the-job training to residents of Whitman County.

Food and Housing Resources — Whitman County

Community Action Center https://www.cacwhitman.org/food-bank-appointment/
Phone: 509-334-9147
Provides: Since 1988, Community Action Center (CAC) has been a primary resource for thousands of people and families experiencing poverty in Whitman County. Provides assistance and support with housing, food banks and other needs.

Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-locations
Phone: 509-933-6100 1320
Provides: Locate your DSHS Office, find service hours, location services (such as interview for cash or food, reporting benefit changes, managing WorkFirst/Social Service cases), and more.

Goodwill Supportive Services for Families https://discovergoodwill.org/supportive-services-for-veteran-families/
Phone: (509) 828-2449
Provides: Supportive Services for Veteran Families helps eligible, low-income Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless secure safe and stable housing. This grant program can assist with rent, utilities, housing searches, application fees, etc.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Needful Things – Palouse Community Center Thrift Store https://palousecommunitycenter.org/needful-things/
Phone: (509) 878-2301
Provides: Local thrift store in the town of Palouse, Washington. Your community thrift store offers gently used clothing, books, household merchandise, toys, and collectables at great prices. All proceeds benefit the Palouse Community Center, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization committed to building and developing the community of Palouse.

Palouse Habitat for Humanity Ramps and Rails https://palousehabitat.org/
Phone: 208-883-8502
Provides:  Palouse Habitat’s Ramps & Rails serves Whitman and Latah counties with exterior accessibility projects. We focus on wheelchair ramps (permanent and temporary, steps, handrails, and other small projects. At this time, we do not do interior projects.

Pullman Child Welfare Crisis Housing https://pullmanchildwelfare.org/
Phone: (509) 338-0801
Provides: Visit Pullman Child Welfare website to apply for services online. Visit us in person at our food bank on Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. to find out more about our services. Must be a Whitman County resident to receive services.

Pullman Child Welfare Food Bank https://pullmanchildwelfare.org/
Phone: 509-338-0801
Provides: To help families attain self-esteem and move toward self-sufficiency by offering them survival, safety, dignity, opportunity, joy and hope. Provides food bank, clothing, special needs, and other needs.

Pullman Police Department Crisis Housing
Phone: (509) 332-2521
Provides: Motel vouchers may be issued to people who are currently unhoused after a review of the individuals housing needs and options for housing assistance.

Real Life Church https://www.rlcpullman.com/
Phone: 509-339-6365
Provides: A portion of the church budget is allocated to serve people in our church and community by helping them with everyday practical things. We have an amazing team of volunteers who serve in this ministry and help meet with and talk with each person that comes through our doors. The ministry operates on Wednesday’s from 9:30am to 11:30am at the Pullman office. If you or someone you know would benefit from the emergency food panty that is provided, please contact 509-339-6365.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/community-services-offices/basic-food
Phone: 877-501-2233
Provides: The U.S. Department of Agriculture Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Washington State University, The Cougar Food Pantry  https://cce.wsu.edu/resources/student-resources/cougar-food-pantry/
Phone: 509-335-0046
Provides: The Cougar Food Pantry is a fully stocked pantry that provides free food and basic need items to Pullman students experiencing food insecurity. The pantry stocks non-perishable pantry staples that let students create nutritious, filling meals and snacks.

General Resources/Services  — Whitman County

211 Washington https://wa211.org/
Phone: 211
Provides: 2-1-1 is a free, confidential community service and your one-stop connection to the local services you need, from utility assistance, food, housing, health, child care, afterschool programs, elder care, crisis intervention and more.

Adult Protective Services  https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services
Phone: 1-877-734-6277 or report online https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/
Adult Protective Services (APS) is dedicated to serving vulnerable adults. They investigate reports about abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of vulnerable adults in Washington State.

Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse (ATVP) https://atvp.org/
Phone: 1 (877) 334-2887
Provides: ATVP empowers individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and stalking. We work to create a safe and equitable community through education and prevention

Building Blocks Childcare Center
Phone: 509-332-0161
Provides: Most of our classrooms are enrolled below Washington State’s Minimum Licensing Requirements for child to teacher ratio.

Campus Mobility Access https://www.accesscenter.wsu.edu/resources/campus-mobility-access/
Phone: 509-335-3417
Provides: For individuals with mobility challenges, there are several campus and community services that may be helpful.

Champs, Kindergarten to 12 years
Phone: 509-334-9097
Provides: Our School age pricing is based on the school district calendar. Full time includes care before and after school and includes scheduled half days and school holidays.

Child Protective Services (CPS) https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/child-welfare-system/cps
Phone: 855-420-5888
Provides: Offices within local communities are responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. How to report abuse: https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/safety/report-abuse

COAST Transportation https://www.coacolfax.org/transportation
Phone: (509) 397-2935
Provides: Provides safe, affordable, accessible, and coordinated transportation and brokerage services for all citizens who need access to basic necessities or activities enhancing the quality of their lives. COAST serves Whitman and Latah counties. In Washington, this includes the elderly, low-income, disabled, and children, but it is also open to the general public with no age or income qualifications.

Community Child Care Center https://www.community-childcare.org/
Phone: 509-334-9290
Provides: The mission of Community Child Care Center is to promote each child’s development by providing high quality early childhood education and care, and develop family partnerships. Provides Early Head Start, Head Start, Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program, and Child Care services. Locations: Pullman, Colfax, Garfield, Palouse, Rosalia and Tekoa.

Cooper’s Legacy Foundation – Thrift Store
Phone: 509-715-1122
Provides: Come see all the great items we have for sale including clothing, jewelry, accessories, and housewares. We are accepting donations in the donation box located at the corner of Campus Ave and Ruby St. We need volunteers, call us at 509-332-2277 to talk about our volunteer opportunities.

D and A Variety Thrift Store
Phone: 509-648-8200
Provides: Local thrift store in Endicott, Washington.

Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-locations
Phone: 509-933-6100 1320
Provides: Locate your DSHS Office, find service hours, location services (such as interview for cash or food, reporting benefit changes, managing WorkFirst/Social Service cases), and more.

Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/earlylearning-childcare/eceap-headstart
Phone: Endicott: (509) 657-3523, Garfield: (509) 635-1331, Palouse: (509) 878-1921 Pullman: (509) 335-8847 Rosalia: (509) 523-3061, Tekoa: (509) 284-3281
Provides: Our program is designed to serve pre-Kindergarten children aged 3-5 years with a high-quality, developmentally appropriate program for children and their families. The preschool year typically runs from August to June. Our program follows the Pullman School District calendar with the exception of teacher in-services, half-days, and conference days.

Gifted Granny’s Thrift Store
Phone: (509) 523-6007
Provides: Local thrift store in Rosalia, Washington.

Greater Health Now https://greaterhealthnow.org/
Phone: 509-567-5317
Provides: Care coordinators connect people to a wide range of community-based services they are eligible for, such as medication delivery, health care, help applying for unemployment, local housing agencies, food banks, childcare providers, and more. The Paramedicine Program can assist with identifying providers for primary care, ensuring food security, and issuing emergency housing vouchers.  The program also can facilitate transportation for patients to attend appointments to support medication adherence. Community paramedics also conduct home visits for safety checks like smoke alarm replacements and building ramps for accessibility. Preparing homes for a comfortable transition post-hospitalization or rehabilitation facility discharge is another facet of these invaluable services.

Gritman Medical Financial Assistance https://www.gritman.org/patients-visitors/billing-information/financial-assistance/
Phone: 208-883-2223
Provides: A financial assistance program designed to help patients who need financial assistance to cover bills from Gritman Medical Center. Financial assistance for health care services will be given to patients who qualify based on information provided in the application submitted and the Federal Poverty Level.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Inland Oasis Lily Longlegs Emergency Fund https://www.inlandoasis.org/lilylonglegs.html
Phone: 208-596-4992
Provides: The Lily Longlegs Emergency Fund is here to help individuals on the Palouse in immediate need. This is a one time loan to assist with the legal costs of a name change, to assist individuals who have lost housing due to their sexual orientation, or to assist financially in the event of a medical emergency.

Little Edison’s School https://selfamilycenter.com/LES
Phone: (509) 338-4004
Provides: Little Edison’s School is dedicated to providing a high-quality early childhood educational experience while supporting a healthy work life balance for the families of Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.

Mercy Medical Angels https://www.mercymedical.org/
Provides: Mercy Medical Angels removes the barrier to medical care with transportation on the ground with gas cards, bus and train tickets and in the air with flights flown by volunteer pilots and the commercial airlines. Please request additional information and assistance via their website.

The Montessori School of Pullman https://www.pullmanmontessori.org/
Phone: (509) 334-4114
Provides: The Montessori School of Pullman is recognized by the Department of Early Learning as a Center of Excellence and serves children ages two through six.

National Poison Help Hotline https://www.wapc.org/
Phone: 1-800-222-1222

Oracle Health Foundation https://www.oraclehealthfoundation.org/request-a-grant/
Phone: 816-573-6050
Provides: Oracle Health Foundation provides pediatric grants that cover a wide variety of clinical, equipment, travel and lodging, and vehicle modification costs related to children’s healthcare needs. Please review website information for more details on the specific types of covered expenses as well as eligibility requirements to apply for grants.

Outreach Thrift Store
Phone: 509-549-3418
Provides: Local thrift store in LaCrosse, Washington.

PAL for Moms (Perinatal Psychiatry Consultation Line) https://perc.psychiatry.uw.edu/perinatal-pcl/
Provides: Perinatal PCL is a free, state-funded program providing perinatal mental health consultation, recommendations and referrals for Washington state providers caring for pregnant or postpartum patients.

Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-washington-north-idaho
Phone: 866-904-7721
Provides: A variety of health care services including birth control, emergency contraception, STD testing and treatment, gender-affirming care, pregnancy testing, HPV vaccination, annual check ups, and more.

Pullman Parks and Recreation Preschool https://pullman-wa.gov/services/parks___recreation/recreation/preschool.php
Phone: 509-338-3227
Provides: Our program is designed to serve pre-Kindergarten children aged 3-5 years with a high-quality, developmentally appropriate program for children and their families. The preschool year typically runs from August to June. Our program follows the Pullman School District calendar with the exception of teacher in-services, half-days, and conference days.

Pullman Regional Hospital Financial Assistance https://www.pullmanregional.org/about-us/financial-services
Phone: 509-332-2541
Provides: A financial assistance program to help those who qualify pay for emergency and other hospital-based services from Pullman Regional Hospital.

Pullman Transit and Dial a Ride https://www.pullman-wa.gov/government/departments/public_works/transit
Phone: (509) 332-6535 Dial-A-Ride: (509) 332-5471
Provides: Community Service (normal operating hours)
Sunday – Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:40 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., with modified service on most major holidays.

Community Plus Service (expanded service during the WSU school year) Monday – Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:15 p.m., Saturday from 9:24 a.m. to 10:15 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Hours vary depending on route. See website or mobile app for details.)

Pullman Transit provides free transportation to youth 18 and under.

Dial-A-Ride is a service for those 65+ or those who are unable to ride a regular Pullman Transit fixed route bus because of their disability. Dial-A-Ride provides door-to-door service, but can also provide service to transfer stations or bus stops to connect with our fixed-route bus service. New riders need to call in advance or consult website to complete application and review regulations and rules of use. Should you need assistance completing the required application please call 509-332-5471

SPARK Peer Learning Center – https://wayouth.us/
Provides: SPARK Peer Learning Center is a youth led organization that works to strengthen and build the workforce development of youth certified peer support specialists with an emphasis on the WISe program in Washington State. We offer a 6-week program for youth ages 17-26 that teaches social and emotional skills who have had or is a family member of someone with behavior health challenges, and has knowledge of utilizing or navigating complex systems. SPARK classes prepare the youth to take the Certified Peer Support Specialist training.

Special Mobility Services (SMS) https://www.sms1.org/
Phone: (509) 534-7171
Provides: SMS helps people in eastern Washington get to their medical health care appointments. Eligibility for transportation assistance includes current Medical Assistance Identification Card, as well as inability to get to and from health care appointments.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Thrifty Grandmother’s Shop – Thrift Store
Phone: (509) 397-2786
Provides: Local Thrift Store in Colfax, Washington.

United Way of Whitman County https://www.whitmanunited.org/
Phone: 509-339-4926
Provides: United Way of Whitman County improves the HEALTH, EDUCATION and FINANCIAL STABILITY of Whitman County residents by mobilizing the caring power of communities. We are helping people who live and work in Pullman and Whitman County.

United Way of Whitman County raises vitally needed funds for our partner agencies with the help of generous contributions from local individuals, companies, especially Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and employees of Washington State University. We are closer than ever to meeting our agencies’ needs.

United Way of Whitman County – Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library https://www.whitmanunited.org/imaginationlibrary
Phone: (509) 339-4962
Provides: United Way of Whitman County is committed to childhood development and has made Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library available to children in Whitman County at no cost to their families. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library mails each enrolled child one high quality, age-appropriate book every month from birth until their 5th birthday. See United Way of Whitman County website to apply online. There is no cost to the families who receive books. Books are paid for by the Dolly Parton Foundation and as the proud local affiliate, United Way of Whitman County pays for postage and handling to mail books to children’s homes.

Washington State Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/washington-mental-health-referral-service/
Connect families with mental health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and fit your child’s treatment needs. The referral service is accessible to children and teens 17 and under living in WA State. This free service is funded by WA State, and Seattle Children’s operates it.

Washington State University – Child Care Center https://childrenscenter.wsu.edu/
Phone: (509) 335-8847
Provides: Washington State University Children’s Center provides care for the children of WSU students, staff, and faculty. We serve children from the age of 6 weeks through 12 years (5th grade).

Washington State University Cougar Closet https://ascc.wsu.edu/resources/cougar-closet/
Phone: (509) 335-6000
Provides: The Cougar Closet is a campus effort to provide professional clothing to WSU students. Clothes from the Cougar Closet are available to ANY student and DO NOT need to be returned.

YouMedical https://www.youmedical.org/
Phone: 1-800-712-4357
Provides: Informs and empower individuals facing an unexpected pregnancy and sexual health concerns

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)  — Whitman County

Among Friends https://www.among-friends.org/
Provides: We partner with parents and professionals who support someone who is vulnerable, has cognitive impairments or neurodiversity, and/or who has complex needs to address social-sexual behaviors in proactive, preventative, positive and person-centered ways. We offer a wide range of services designed to cultivate rights based, medically accurate, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive social-sexual support services to promote healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.

Autism Society of Washington https://www.autismsocietyofwa.org/
Phone: 206-693-3153
Provides: We are a proudly Autistic-led and neuro-affirming organization, and a dedicated affiliate of the Autism Society of America. We support Autistics and their communities across Washington State through advocacy, education, allyship, and inclusive connection. We strive to create a more accepting and informed world.

Aging and Long-Term Care (ALTC)  https://www.altcwashington.com/
Phone: 509-925-8765 206
Provides: A comprehensive and coordinated system of services to help meet the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities, provides advocacy

Canine Angels http://canine-angels.org/
Provides: Service dogs to children and young adults with disabilities

Central Washington Disability Resources (CWDR) https://www.altcwashington.com/
Phone: 509-962-9620
Provides: Free services to anyone that identifies as having a disability, regardless of age, gender, national origin or status (citizen and non-citizens). Provides individual and system advocacy, independent living skills training, information and referrals, peer counseling and peer support, youth transition services, institutional transition and diversion assistance.

Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) https://www.doh.wa.gov/CYSHCN
Provides: CYSHCN promotes connected systems of care for children and youth with special care needs from birth to transition to adulthood. We work with national, state, local and community partners to help connect CYSHCN and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Elevatus https://www.elevatustraining.com/
Provides: As a national leader in the field of sexuality and intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism (I/DD), we offer evidence-informed and trauma-informed products to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate the topic of sexuality. Our product offerings include: curriculum and related products, online training, in-services and workshops and keynotes.

Family Education and Support Services https://familyess.org/
Phone: 360-754-7629
Provides: Our programs partner with parents to help them build the skills and confidence they need to they need to make sure kids have safe and healthy childhoods. When children grow up safe and healthy in strong families, it changes the course of their lives. The website provides information on various programs, classes and resources. The Parental Compass Podcast was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. Access the Parental Compass Podcast here: https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/. Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google and Podbean.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

Heritage Service Dogs https://heritageservicedogs.com/
Phone: 541-203-0456
Provides: AKC registered standard poodle puppies and training resources for medical, physical, psychological, therapy, emotional support and companion dogs

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Informing Families https://informingfamilies.org/
Provides:  Informing Families is a resource provided by the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council, in partnership with the Developmental Disabilities Administration. We offer trusted news and information to individuals and families that empowers them to be active participants in planning and building a network of support and opportunities. Informing Families provides information and education on a wide range of topics and issues across the lifespan.

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

Nutrition Network https://nutritionnetworkwa.org/
Phone: 206-598-3025
Provides: Our project supports nutrition services for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and their families in Washington State. Because children and youth with special health care needs are at increased risk for nutrition-related problems, the project provides training and ongoing support for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) and community feeding teams. Feeding teams work directly with families to help parents/caregivers resolve important issues related to feeding and nutrition. You can also locate a RDN in Washington State who will provide nutrition services for children and youth with special health care needs.

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

PNW Helping Hands Inc. https://pacificnorthwesthelpinghands.com/
Phone: 509-474-0289
Provides: PNW Helping Hands is a Behavioral Rehabilitation Service (BRS) provider for the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) of WA State. There are 6 BRS locations throughout Spokane and Spokane Valley, as well as 2 Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Programs that provide support and care for children with disabilities. For youth ages 7-17 year old. This is a group home facility. To qualify for BRS programs in WA State, a child or youth must be referred by a casework through DCYF, have a WISe screen to assess level of need, and be approved for BRS level of care. Youth aged 7-17 who are under the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) may be eligible depending on level of need and other factors.

Social Security Administration
How to apply information through ARC of Tri-Cities https://arcoftricities.com/ssi/supplemental-security-income or
https://www.ssa.gov/
Provides: Monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness who have income and resources below specific financial limits

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

WA Include Collaborative https://wainclude.org/
Provides: WA INCLUDE Collaborative works to improve systems of care by supporting education, training, and connections within a growing community of champions working to improve community capacity to care for individuals with I/DD. Washington INCLUDE Collaborative provides access to ECHO Programs, trainings, resources and community events.

ECHO Autism Washington utilizes the innovative Project ECHO (Extension for Community Health Care Outcomes) hub and spokes learning model to telementor clinicians in all parts of Washington State. Through case-based learning and didactics, ECHO Autism WA course faculty experts guide practitioners in the diagnosis and management of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ECHO Autism WA is funded by the Washington State Legislature and UW Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program.

Washington Sensory Disabilities Services (WSDS) https://wsds.wa.gov/
Phone: 360-947-3297
Provides: Partners with schools, families and agencies to support children and youth who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/low vision, or deafblind, by providing assessment services, training and consultation

Inpatient Behavioral Health Services for Youth — Whitman County

CLIP (Children’s Long Term Inpatient Program) https://clipadministration.org/
Provides: Inpatient psychiatric care in structured settings that are designed to assess, treat, and stabilize children and youth diagnosed with a severe psychiatric disorder. Note: this is not a crisis service, respite or placement for youth. Guardians should contact their insurance provider for more detailed information on the application process.

Fairfax https://fairfaxhospital.com/
Phone: 425-284-8280 (admissions) Inpatient Phone: 425-284-8300
Provides: DBT Skills, CBT, Trauma Informed Care, Patient Led Focus Groups, Selective Pull Out Groups, Med Management, Music/Rec Therapy, Access to Pediatric Psychiatrist, Care Coordination, Safety Check-ins multiple times per day, Processing Groups, Comprehensive Assessment, Discharge Planning/Care Coordination
Insurance Accepted: Coordinated Care, CHPW, all Commercial Plans including Kaiser, Tricare, Medicare, BCBS, Regence, Aetna, Cigna

Inland Northwest Behavioral Health (ages 13-17)
https://inlandnorthwestbh.com/treatment-services/adolescent-inpatient-treatment/
Phone: 509-992-1888
Provides: Inpatient behavioral healthcare of teens for ages 13-17 experiencing an emotional or behavioral health crisis with 24 hour safety and care by trained psychiatric professionals.

Kitsap Mental Health Services
https://www.kitsapmentalhealth.org/get-help/crisis-24-7-services/youth-inpatient-services/
Bremerton, WA (ages 12-17)
Phone: 360-373-5031
Provides: Our Youth Inpatient Team provides collaborative, family-centered care that’s designed to help youth and their families build skills that allow them to thrive when they return home to their communities. With 10 beds for children and adolescents ages 12-17, the Youth Inpatient Unit serves clients with a wide variety of clinical symptoms.

Kootenai Health https://www.kh.org/behavioral-health/youth-acute/
Phone: 208-625-4820 Coeur d’Alene, ID
Provides: The Youth Acute Unit, an inpatient unit at Kootenai Health, is a place for healing and recovery for youth in a psychiatric crisis. Our strengths-based program works with children ages 10-13 and adolescents 14-17 to promote safety, stability, and hope.  We offer expert diagnostic assessment, medication treatment as appropriate and individual and family therapy in a safe and nurturing environment.

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Providence Falls Medical Center
https://www.providence.org/locations/or/willamette-falls-medical-center/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-inpatient-unit
Oregon City, OR
Phone: (503) 742-6773
Provides: As part of the Providence Children’s Health Institute, Providence Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inpatient Unit provides treatment programs for children through age 12 and teens through age 17. Our programs are developmentally age-appropriate and flexible to individual need while incorporating collaborative problem-solving approaches. Family involvement is encouraged during treatment as well as with care planning and discharge planning.

Saint Alphonsus https://www.saintalphonsus.org/services/behavioral-health/inpatient-services
Phone: 208-367-3189
Provides: A program for patients up to age 12 who require hospitalization. Crisis stabilization is a unit separate from the adult population with an average length of stay of 6 to 8 days. All inpatient programs include a medical evaluation, psychiatric evaluation, psychosocial assessment, medication management, milieu and group treatment, discharge planning, other consultations as arranged, chaplaincy services, patient and family education.

Seattle Children’s Hospital Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/psychiatry-behavioral-medicine-unit/
Phone: 206-987-2055
Provides: Children with complex mental health issues may have times when they need to stay overnight in the hospital for treatment. When this happens, we have a specialized unit where we treat children ages 4 to 17 who are in psychiatric crisis. The Psychiatric and Behavioral Medicine Unit (PBMU) is divided into 3 programs based on the child’s age and behavioral needs. Children’s inpatient program for children 12 years and under, Adolescent Inpatient Program, for teens 13 and older, and the Biobehavioral Inpatient Program, serving children and teens 4 to 17 who have severe intellectual and developmental disabilities and benefit from specialized programming.

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital Adolescent Mental Health Program https://www.smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com/
Phone: (360) 651-6400
Provides: Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital provides specialized mental health and substance abuse treatment. We offer specialized programs for youth ages 13-17 proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness in an inpatient setting. Our patients can expect a safe, caring environment with trained physicians, nurses, counselors and technicians who will provide outstanding care for you, your loved one or your client.

South Sound Behavioral Hospital https://www.southsoundbehavioralhospital.com/
Phone: (844) 949-8888
Provides: Mental health inpatient treatment for teenagers 13 to 17 years old, accepts walk-ins. The team will provide specialized team will create an individualized treatment plan involving the family in all aspects of care.

Tacoma General Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit (ABHU) https://www.multicare.org/find-a-location/tacoma-general-hospital/departments/adolescent-inpatient-psychiatric-unit/
Phone: 253-403-0360
Provides: Our 27-bed hospital-based unit for youth ages 13-17 was designed to be a modern, inviting space with private rooms and open social areas, while also including state-of-the-art safety features to protect patients and staff. Our collaborative team of pediatric and mental health experts includes a medical director, psychiatrists, psychiatric advanced registered nurse practitioners, registered nurses, lead psychologist, social workers, mental health professionals and mental health technicians. Working together we create a treatment plan tailored to each teen’s diagnosis and psychosocial needs. Each patient meets individually with their psychiatrist or psychiatric ARNP daily. Patients have individual mental health assessments with a nurse twice a day.

Two Rivers Landing https://comphc.org/locations/adolescent-inpatient-facility-yakima/
Phone: 509-469-3727 (ages 12-17)
Provides: Comprehensive Healthcare’s Adolescent Inpatient Facility (also known as Two Rivers Landing) provides short-term stabilization, where adolescents are referred for acute, inpatient care. The average length of stay is eight to ten days, symptoms are quickly stabilized, and connections are established to community providers.

Unity Center for Behavioral Health (Legacy Emanuel) https://unityhealthcenter.org/
Portland, OR
Phone: 503-944-8000 (ages 9-17)
Provides: Unity Center for Behavioral Health is a 24-hour behavioral and mental health services center located in the greater Portland metropolitan area. We provide immediate psychiatric care and a path to stabilization and recovery for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Unity Center offers inpatient mental health treatment to adults and adolescents ages 9 to 17.

Insurance  — Whitman County

State Health Insurance Benefits Advisors Helpline (SHIBA) https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba
Phone: 509-962-4311
Provides: A free, unbiased and confidential service of WA State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, SHIBA volunteers help people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options.

Eligibility for Behavioral Health services is often determined by insurance coverage. Many insurance companies have the benefit of behavioral health case management. Behavioral Health case management can assist with locating services for your child or youth.

If you or your youth are Medicaid eligible you should contact your Managed Care Organization (MCO) for care coordination and case management needs. Please call the number on the back of your card for assistance first. If you need additional assistance or don’t have a card, here is the contact information for MCO’s:

Apple Health – Medicaid Insurance Providers:

Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW) https://www.chpw.org/
Phone: 800-440-1561

Coordinated Care https://www.coordinatedcarehealth.com/members/medicaid.html
Phone: 877-644-4613

Molina Healthcare https://www.molinahealthcare.com/
Phone: 855-542-1990

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Wellpoint (formerly Amerigroup) https://www.wellpoint.com/wa/medicaid
Phone: 833-731-2167

When to contact Managed Care Organizations:

1. When a patient would benefit from case management
2. A family is interested in CLIP (Children’s Long Term Inpatient Program)
3. A youth is being recommended for inpatient from the Emergency Department
4. Consult on complex presentation
5. Additional resource needs

Commercial Insurance:

• Aetna Health
• Anthem Inc.
• Regence
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• Premera Blue Cross
• Regence BlueShield
• TriCare
• Military OneSource
• First Choice Health Network
• Kaiser Permanentre
• United Healthcare
• Cigna

LGBTQIA+ — Whitman County

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Ingersoll Gender Center https:/www.ingersollgendercenter.org
Phone: 206-849-7859
Provides: Ingersoll Gender Center is an organization by, and for transgender and gender noncomforming people that provides a mutual support through peer led support groups, advocacy in navigating resources, community organizing, and education – all in the pursuit of our collective self-determination.

PFLAG https://pflag.org/
Provides: Support, information, and resources to LGBTQA+ people, their parents and families, and allies.
Rod’s House https://rodshouse.org/
Phone: 509-895-2665
Provides: The Hope Center shelters offer a haven for youth people ages 13-24, with 8 beds available for youth and 10 beds for young adults aged 18-24. The facility is designed to be a supportive environment where youth people can access essential services, including housing support, mental health care, educational resources, and substance use disorder support. Case management and behavioral staff are available on-site to provide continuous support and guidance.

The QLaw Foundation of Washington https://www.qlawfoundation.org/
Phone: 206-483-2725
Provides: LGBTQ2S+ Legal Clinics offer FREE consultation with a volunteer attorney on LGBTQ2S+ issues. Transgender Legal Clinics provide free help understanding legal issues, exploring possible solutions, and getting referrals. QLaw also provides legal resources, self-help packets, and webinars for LGBTQ2S+ communities and attorneys.

The TransFormation Station Thrift Store
Phone: (208) 746-4178
Provides: The TransFormation Station LCV is an organization made of a dedicated group of volunteers who want to help those who may struggle to find the resources to live their most authentic lives. We are run out of Grateful Threads Consignment where approved applicants will receive a credit and have access to a comprehensive closet of new and gently used clothing for those who are transgender, non-binary, queer, or anyone who struggles to find clothing that fits who they are. Private shopping appointments are available for those who prefer to shop that way. Arrangements can be made by using the link on their website or reaching out via email.

Transgender Rights Washington Gender Justice League https://genderjusticeleague.org
Phone: 206-538-0423
Provides: Gender Justice League (GJL) is a civil and human rights organization that focuses on elevating the rights of TwoSpirit, Trans, and Gender Diverse (2STGD) communities in WA and beyond through advocacy efforts, direct services, shared leadership development, and the creation of sacred Trans spaces like Trans Pride Seattle.

The Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Provides: We provide counseling support for LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round, affirming international community for LGBTQ+ youth, advocacy, public education and research.

Washington State Human Rights Commission https://hum.wa.gov
Phone: 1-800-233-3247
Provides: The mission of the WA State Human Rights Commission is to prevent and eliminate discrimination through the fair application of the law, the efficient use of resources, and the establishment of productive partnerships in the community. The Washington State Human Rights Commission currently has a several month backlog of cases waiting to be assigned to an investigator.

Nutritionists — Whitman County

Cactus & Clove Nutrition Counseling, LLC https://cactusandclove.com/
Phone: (509) 554-3219
Kelsey Schmitt, RD, CD kelsey@cactusandclove.com
Virtual

Kassandra Horn, NTP / FULLY FED Functional Nutrition
Located in Kennewick, WA, but offers telehealth
Email: kassandrahornco@gmail.com
Provides: Gut and hormone health to restore your energy, strength, metabolism and mind. Simple living rooted in real food, faith and fitness. Health coaching and personal chef.

Nourish https://www.usenourish.com/
Provides: Collective of multiple virtual dietitians that specialize in the treatment of eating disorders
Contact them through website.

Parent Supports — Whitman County

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/
Phone: 988
Provides: Information about the warning signs of suicide, risk factors, real conversations, resources and creative ways to help

Among Friends https://www.among-friends.org/
Provides: We partner with parents and professionals who support someone who is vulnerable, has cognitive impairments or neurodiversity, and/or who has complex needs to address social-sexual behaviors in proactive, preventative, positive and person-centered ways. We offer a wide range of services designed to cultivate rights based, medically accurate, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive social-sexual support services to promote healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.

ARC Washington: Parent to Parent https://arcwa.org/parent-to-parent/
Phone: 888-754-8798
Provides: We walk alongside those parenting children with developmental disabilities and/or special health care needs, connecting them with peer support and information so they can take the next step.

Art with Heart https://artwithheart.org/
Provides: Art with Heart brings the healing power of creative expression to kids and adults serving kids. Provides creative tools, resources, and support to any kind of community in need of healing. Therapeutic activity books are designed for kids ages 5-18. Printed materials, in-person and online trainings are available for adults who are leading or looking to lead creative expression programs with the kids they serve.

Be SMART https://besmartforkids.org/
Provides: The Be SMART campaign was launched in 2015 to promote responsible gun ownership in order to reduce the deaths, injuries and trauma that can result when a child or teen is able to access a gun. With the help of community leaders, police departments, and the everyday American who wants to make our communities safer for young children and teens, Be SMART continues to broaden its reach and share its message encouraging responsible gun ownership and secure gun storage. Because when our children are safe, our community is safe. Be SMART provides resources, information, trainings and education regarding gun safety and safe storage.

Be The Way Home – Become a Foster Parent https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/foster-parenting/become-a-foster-parent
Phone: 1-888-KIDS-414
Provides: Individuals and families are needed to support children and youth in your community. Quality training, monthly reimbursement, retention respite, mentoring support and resources are available to qualified foster parents.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FosterParentsWA

Because I Love You https://bily.org/
Provides: To provide peer support and tools for families to help them work through unavoidable crises, build lasting relationships, create a harmonious home, and prepare children for life. Virtual support groups for parents. See website for days and times.

#BeThe1To https://bethe1to.com/
Provides: We all can take action to prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope. Together, we can prevent suicide by learning to help ourselves, help others, seek consultation from trained providers (hotlines and clinicians) and to seek hospital care when necessary. Learn about each step and why they are effective.

Child Care Aware of Washington https://childcareawarewa.org/
Phone: 800-446-1114
Provides: Non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every child in Washington has access to high-quality child care and early learning programs.

Children’s Home Society of Washington – Parents for Parents https://www.childrenshomesociety.org/parentsforparents
Phone: (509) 432-1119
Provides: Our Parents for Parents program (P4P) connects parents who have successfully navigated the child welfare system to parents who have recently become engaged with Child Protective Services.

Committee for Children https://www.cfchildren.org/
Provides: Committee for Children is on a mission to ensure children everywhere can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Best known for our innovative social-emotional learning curricula that blend research and rigor with intuitive program design, we empower children and adults with skills that help them realize their goals in the classroom and throughout their lives. Creators of the Second Step program. Committee for Children is a 40-year-old nonprofit that develops award-winning, research-based educational tools to promote social-emotional learning and prevent bullying and sexual abuse.
http://www.youtube.com/@committeeforchildren

CWU Family Resource Center https://www.cwu.edu/academics/child-family/family-resource-center/family-services-resources/index.php
Phone: 509-963-2766
Provides: Parenting education, loss and grief support, community resources such as child and adult clothing, basic child supplies, toiletries and hygiene items

Elevatus https://www.elevatustraining.com/
Provides: As a national leader in the field of sexuality and intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism (I/DD), we offer evidence-informed and trauma-informed products to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate the topic of sexuality. Our product offerings include: curriculum and related products, online training, in-services and workshops and keynotes.

Eluna Network https://elunanetwork.org/
Provides: Eluna’s mission is to support children, teens, and families impacted by grief or addiction. Through the power of community, we ensure no child grieves alone and we break the cycle of addiction. Eluna grief camps and addiction prevention camps ensure youth and families find hope while having fun. Camp Mariposa is a free year-round addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth affected by the substance use of a family member. Camp Erin is a national network of in-person grief camps where youth and families find joy, hope and community. Camp Erin Online provides free online grief support for families to come together, learn ways to navigate grief and connect with others who have shared experience.

Family Education and Support Services https://familyess.org/
Phone: 360-754-7629
Provides: Our programs partner with parents to help them build the skills and confidence they need to they need to make sure kids have safe and healthy childhoods. When children grow up safe and healthy in strong families, it changes the course of their lives. The website provides information on various programs, classes and resources. The Parental Compass Podcast was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. Access the Parental Compass Podcast here: https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/. Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google and Podbean.

FORTA https://www.fortahealth.com/
Phone: 415-322-8857
Provides: Forta’s Telehealth ABA Therapy empowers you to support your child’s development from the comfort of your home. Connect with a dedicated clinical team remotely and receive personalized, consistent ABA therapy on your schedule. FORTA accepts some insurance carriers and is working on expanding their Medicaid coverage in some states.

FYSPRT (Family Youth System Partner Round Table) http://www.southeastfysprt.org/home.html
Contact: 509-737-2475 or fysprt@gcbh.org
Provides: A forum to bring families, youth and system partners and community together to strengthen resources by providing community-based approaches to address the behavioral health needs of children, youth and families. All are welcome at FYSPRT meetings, meetings are open to the public and take place on the 1st Thursday of each month 3:30-5pm via Zoom. See website for Zoom link.

Greater Health Now https://greaterhealthnow.org/
Phone: 509-567-5317
Provides: Care coordinators connect people to a wide range of community-based services they are eligible for, such as medication delivery, health care, help applying for unemployment, local housing agencies, food banks, childcare providers, and more. The Paramedicine Program can assist with identifying providers for primary care, ensuring food security, and issuing emergency housing vouchers.  The program also can facilitate transportation for patients to attend appointments to support medication adherence. Community paramedics also conduct home visits for safety checks like smoke alarm replacements and building ramps for accessibility. Preparing homes for a comfortable transition post-hospitalization or rehabilitation facility discharge is another facet of these invaluable services.

Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) https://positiveexperience.org/
Provides: HOPE identifies ways that our communities and systems of care can better ensure that all children have more positive experiences and that all families have support to nurture and celebrate their strengths. The HOPE National Resource Center offers resources, trainings, research, and events on the HOPE framework that help you improve the lives of the children and families you serve in your work. No matter your reach, sector, or level of knowledge on the HOPE framework, we will work with you to promote positive changes!

HearMeWA https://hearmewa.org/
Phone: 1-888-537-1634 or Text HEARMEWA to 738477
Provides: HearMeWA is designed to receive and respond to any youth safety and well-being concern, including (but not limited to) violent threats, sexual abuse, assault, bullying/cyberbullying, child abuse or neglect, discrimination
domestic violence, hazing, self-harm, substance use, suicide, planned attack, or anything that makes life hard. HearMeWA is a youth-centered crisis-response program that meets youth safety and well-being needs by linking them to existing support systems. This program is available statewide and provides support to youth 24/7/365. It offers an app, text, chat, website, and phone line, and serves youth up to the age of 25. You can contact HearMeWA to get help for yourself or someone you know. Get secure, free support any time from professionals who are ready to listen by submitting a tip through the “Get help” button, calling, texting, or using the app. If you have questions or are unsure if HearMeWA can help you, just contact the program and ask. A trained crisis counselor is available to talk to you and provide the support you need.

Help Me Grow Washington https://helpmegrowwa.org/
Phone: 1-800-322-2588
Provides: Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Whether it’s understanding your child’s development, food assistance resources, free or low-cost health insurance, or pregnancy and parenting resources, we are here to help. Depending on where you live, our local and Help Me Grow statewide hotlines are ready to support you and your family.

Informing Families https://informingfamilies.org/
Provides:  Informing Families is a resource provided by the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council, in partnership with the Developmental Disabilities Administration. We offer trusted news and information to individuals and families that empowers them to be active participants in planning and building a network of support and opportunities. Informing Families provides information and education on a wide range of topics and issues across the lifespan.

International OCD Foundation https://iocdf.org/
Provides: We connect everyone affected by OCD and related disorders with treatment resources and support. In addition, we spread awareness about OCD and related disorders to educate the public and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to access our free resources. The IOCDF Resource Directory is a comprehensive database of treatment and support for OCD and related disorders, including a list of licensed therapists, support groups, specialty outpatient clinics, residential programs, intensive treatment programs, and research programs offering treatment, and more.

Lantern https://mylantern.org/
Phone: 303-433-6200
Provides: Lantern is a nonprofit specializing in delivering childhood development resources to parents through an innovative text messaging platform. Because kids don’t come with instructions, Lantern provides essential information tailored for nurturing children from pregnancy through preteen. Customize messages by age, location and needs/interests.
Sign Up: https://mylantern.org/sign-up/

Lifespan Respite Washington https://www.lifespanrespitewa.org/
Phone: 253-442-3214
Provides: Lifespan Respite WA offers support in the form of a voucher (financial award) for unpaid caregivers to support a family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition. Lifespan of WA also provides some families with free family camp respite retreats. Website also provides information on the Lifespan Respite Coalition as well as Resources, Registered Providers, and more. Must complete voucher application and requirements.

National Alliance for Children’s Grief https://nacg.org/
Phone: 866-432-1542
Provides: The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. Through the collective voice of our members and partners, we educate, advocate and raise awareness about childhood bereavement.

National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth https://www.ncsby.org/
Provides: We strive to inspire youth, parents, caregivers, and professionals to make better choices – to instill healthier responses to problematic sexual behavior (PSB) in youth. We want to promote youth’s healthy sexual development and behavior and prevent sexual behaviors that are developmentally inappropriate or potentially harmful to others. Our resources are designed to improve accuracy and accessibility. We have years of experience, and that expertise means we can help you refine your understanding and responses to sexual behavior in youth. By better understanding the nature, incidence, prevalence, prevention, treatment, and management of youth with PSB, you can improve your approach.

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network https://www.nctsn.org/
Provides: OUR MISSION is to raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States. NCTSN.org is a resource for the public, professionals, and others who care about children and are concerned about child traumatic stress.

On-Time Autism Intervention – University of Washington https://ontimeautism.org/
Provides: The University of Washington’s On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) is a collaborative project led by the UW’s Autism Center and Haring Center for Inclusive Education. Funded through a Seattle Foundation grant, the work of OTAI aims to increase access to timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based intervention for young children and their families. Diagnosis and entry into services under 3 years of age is often referred to as “early” (as in early diagnosis or early intervention); we believe that access to services should instead be considered “on-time.” All children should have access to diagnostic services, parent support and navigation, and intervention services as soon as signs of autism emerge or as soon as a caregiver has concerns.

Operation Parent https://www.operationparent.org/webinars
Provides: Provides free parenting webinars on a variety of topics, including safe driving, addressing screen time, addiction, resiliency, suicide prevention, empowerment and more.

Pacific Sky Recovery Center https://pacificskyrecovery.com/
Phone: 425-448-6433
Provides: Pacific Sky Recovery Center provides outpatient care to individuals (adults 18+) with mild to moderate substance use disorders or those who have completed a more intensive residential program and need on-going support. Pacific Sky Recovery Center provides mental health and substance use disorder treatment. At this time, Medicaid is not accepted, however, there are scholarships available for those who do not have commercial insurance.

Palouse Care Network – Parenting Infants Class https://palousecarenetwork.com/our-services/classes/
Phone: (208) 882-2370
Provides: Infant care and development for new parents.

Pullman Child Welfare https://pullmanchildwelfare.org/
Phone: (509) 338-0801
Provides: See website for list of services that Pullman Child Welfare provide to Whitman County residents. You can apply for services on their website and/or talk to someone in person if you visit their food bank on Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. Household items, warm blankets and bedding, school supplies, interview clothing, holiday baskets and toys, coats for kids, holiday distribution (Thanksgiving, Christmas)

Pullman Parks and Recreation https://www.pullman-wa.gov/services/parks___recreation/index.php
Phone: (509) 338-3227
Provides: Offers a variety of sports, preschool, outdoor recreation, and community enrichment & education programs for people of all ages.

Pullman Women, Infant, Children (WIC) Program https://whitmancountypublichealth.org/personal-family-health/women-infants-children-wic
Phone: 509-397-6280
Provides: Whitman County Public Health offers the Women, Infant, Child (WIC) program. WIC helps support the health of mothers and children through nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy foods and health screenings & referrals.

Seattle Children’s – River of Connection game
https://patient-education.seattlechildrens.org/citation/river-connection-game-c38d
Provides: A game to play with your family and friends to learn about each other and our environment in Washington State. Everyone is a winner! This game is based on the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) Framework from Tufts Medical Center. Adapted with permission from Alaska Children’s Trust by the Family Connections Program at Seattle Children’s.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) https://www.ssa.gov/ssi
Provides: SSI provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Learn how to apply and how much you qualify for.
To explore programs, like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, that help you save money and take care of basic needs while on SSI, follow this link: https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/get-more-help

Tahoma Northwest https://www.tahomanw.org/
Provides: Provides various services for those living in the Tacoma area including peer support services for adults, and they plan on adding therapy and case management services as well. For those outside of the Tacoma area, they offer virtual support groups, trainings on various behavioral health topics, and special education needs. Please check the website for trainings and other resources.

1in6 https://1in6.org/
Provides: At least 1 in 6 men have been sexually abused or assaulted. If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, you are not alone. We’re here to support you in your path to a happier, healthier future. Find information and resources here, or from our parent company, Zero Abuse Project, a 501(c)(3) organization committed to transforming institutions in order to effectively prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse.

UW LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) https://uw-ctu.org/uw-lend/
Provides: The UW LEND is an interdisciplinary training program committed to preparing graduate students, post-graduate fellows, mid-career health professionals, family members and self-advocates to: practice interdisciplinary care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, practice family-centered care that is responsive to the diversity of the community and promotes inclusion and equity, advocate for systems and policies that best serve individuals with a developmental disability. The UW LEND Clinical Training Unit (CTU) Specialty Clinics’ mission is to serve as a Center of Excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary evaluation and care for individuals and families living with the impact of neurodevelopmental disabilities. We provide evidence-based assessments, advocacy, and training using family-centered and culturally appropriate principles of care.

Whitman County Public Health – SafeKids Program https://www.safekids.org/coalition/safe-kids-inland-northwest
Phone: 509-397-6280
Provides: Whitman County Public Health partners with Pullman Police Department to provide car seats, cribettes, and safe sleep materials for those who meet income guidelines. Along with bicycle helmets to any community member. Visit our SafeKids website to determine eligibility and complete an application. Bicycle helmets do not require an application. Stop by the Colfax or Pullman Whitman County Public Health offices or the Pullman Police Department during normal business hours to pick up supplies. We offer car & booster seat installation services. Please email personalfamilyhealth@whitmancounty.net to schedule a no-cost appointment with one of our Certified Passenger Safety Technicians.

SUD Inpatient Providers — Whitman County

Excelsior Integrated Care Center https://www.excelsiorwellnesscenter.org/residential-services/
Phone: 509-559-3160
Provides: Inpatient psychiatric care, inpatient substance use treatment, recovery house support, behavioral rehabilitation services

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations Spokane Valley, WA https://healinglodge.org/
Provides: Residential chemical dependency treatment for males and females 13-17 years of age. Provides 90-120 day intensive inpatient treatment. Primary focus is to serve the Native American popular, services are open to all adolescents.
Phone: 509-533-6910

Madrona Recovery https://madronarecovery.com/
Phone: 360-822-3400
Provides: Our two residential programs in Tigard, Oregon and Brush Prairie near Vancouver, Washington serve youth ages 13-17 with mental health issues and co-occurring substance use disorders, as well as those without substance use concerns. The programs offer short-term stabilization, aiming for a six-week stay before returning youth to their homes.

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-844-359-2815
Provides: Newport Academy’s gender-responsive residential programs offer treatment for children and teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health concerns. Newport Academy provides care for families across the country. Our teen residential treatment offers integrated, evidence-based programming for teens ages 12–18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. We also provide residential programming for children ages 7–11 and young adults ages 18–35.
Newport Academy’s outpatient treatment offers full-day Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and partial-day Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Our outpatient programs are appropriate for clients who need more than weekly therapy or need continued support following residential treatment.

Sea Mar – Turning Point https://www.seamar.org/king-bh-turningpoint.html
Phone: 206.219.5980
Provides: Addiction treatment for adults

Sea Mar – Renacer https://www.seamar.org/king-bh-renacer.html
Phone: 206-766-6969
Provides: substance use disorder treatment for male youth

Sea Mar – Visions https://www.seamar.org/whatcom-bh-vytcc.html
Phone: 360-647-4266
Provides: Substance use disorder treatment for female youth ages 14 to 17

Sundown M. Ranch https://sundown.org/
Phone: (509) 457-0990
Provides: Withdrawal management, MAT, individual and group therapy, family program, on-site school program, extended stay options

Substance Use Disorder Treatment — Whitman County

Alcoholic Anonymous (AA) https://alcoholicsanonymous.com/
Phone: 509-925-1771
Provides: Fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solves their common problem and help other to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Dream Catchers – Narcotics Anonymous (online only)
Phone: 208-883-5006, 1-800-622-4371
Information: Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/4581424458
Zoom Meeting ID: 458 142 4458 Passcode: unity208

Ideal Options https://www.idealoption.com/suboxone-clinics/pullman
Phone: 877-522-1275
Provides: Our outpatient addiction medicine clinic in Pullman, WA provides evidence-based treatment for addiction to opioids like fentanyl, heroin, and oxycodone, and stimulants like methamphetamine and cocaine. We also provide medication-assisted treatment for alcohol withdrawal and relapse prevention.

Merit Resource Services https://www.meritresources.org/
Phone: 509-925-9821
Provides: Multiple outpatient treatment modalities, including intensive outpatient, outpatient, relapse prevention, family programs, assessment and education.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA): cwaona.org – In person 877-664-0398
Visit website for meeting schedule https://www.narcotics.com/na-meetings/washington/ellensburg/

Newport Academy https://www.newportacademy.com/
Phone: 1-855-385-4539
Provides: We treat children ages 7-11 and adolescents ages 12-18 who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, co-occurring eating disorder, other mental health issues, and substance use. The Newport Academy Seattle Outpatient Program, located in Kirkland, WA, provides effective, evidence-based care for teens with primary mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression and PTSD, and co-occurring issues, including substance use and disordered eating. Newport Academy’s residential treatment programs in WA State provides effective, evidenced-based care for primary mental health and/or substance use disorders.

Parent child Assistance Program (PCAP) https://pcap.psychiatry.uw.edu/
Phone: 509-907-1105 Kim Hitchcock
Provides: Home visitation case-management for pregnant and parenting women with substance abuse disorders. PCAP strives to help mothers build healthy families and prevent future births of children exposed prenatally to alcohol and drugs.

Palouse River Counseling Recovery Navigator Program http://www.palouserivercounseling.org/recovery-navigator-program.html
Phone: 509-334-1133
Provides: The Whitman County Recovery Navigator Program is part of a new state-wide operation that resulted from the Blake Decision. The program is focused on supporting individuals in Whitman County that may be struggling with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and/or other mental health disorders. Areas of Focus: Financial Assistance, Mental Health Counseling, Food Assistance, Transportation, Substance Use Counseling, Medical Assistance, Support System Building, Housing & Peer Support,

Post-overdose Toolkit for Friends and Family https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/program/82-0675-post-overdose-toolkit-friends-family.pdf
The purpose of this guide is to “help the helpers.” It includes supportive and educational materials for family, caregivers, or other loved ones in the aftermath of someone close to them experiencing and surviving an overdose.

The Wounded Phoenix Foundation https://woundedphoenix.org/
Phone: 509-339-6328
Provides: Our mission is to bring awareness to overdose & overdose prevention. We are mental health & Addict advocates honoring our Brother’s legacy by being a voice to help save others. First & foremost focusing our efforts locally in an attempt to make a difference in our home community, one loved one at a time. Free Narcan can be ordered through their site.

Washington Recovery Help Line https://www.warecoveryhelpline.org/
Phone: 1-866-789-1511
Provides: The Washington Recovery Help Line is a program of Crisis Connections. Offers anonymous, confidential 24-hour help line for Washington State residents. This help line is for those experiencing substance use disorder, problem gambling, and/or a mental health challenge. Professionally trained staff provide emotional support and can also connect callers with local treatment resources or more community services.

Washington Telebuprenorphine Program https://em.uw.edu/sections/population-health/wa-telebuprenorphine-program
Offers fast, short-term access to buprenorphine (Suboxone) via telehealth, serving residents statewide and helping link them to ongoing, community-based care.
PHONE: 7 days a week, 9:00 AM-9:00 PM (206) 289-0287
EMAIL: telebupe@uw.edu