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Parents, Relatives & Caregivers

Reporting Child Abuse or Neglect

How to report child abuse or neglect:

  • (866) 829-2153 (Region 2)
  • (866) 363-4276 (Statewide) - available 24/7 - (866) END-HARM

Questions that will be asked when you call

  • The name, address and age of the child/youth
  • The name and address of the child/youth's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child/youth
  • The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect
  • Any evidence of previous incidences
  • Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child/youth's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator

You do not need to have all of the above information when you call to make a report, but the more accurate information you can provide, the better equipped the offices will be to assess the child/youth's safety.


Essential Needs

GOODS ORGANIZATION CONTACT ELIGIBILITY
CLOTHING/SHOES WA Kids in Transition 19721 Scriber Lake Road, Suite B, Lynnwood - 425-361-2916 - contact us Homeless families w/ children in Edmonds School District, Everett School District; other families referred on a case-by-case basis
Clothes for Kids 16725 52nd Ave W, Suite B, Lynnwood – 425-741-6500 – office@clothesforkids.org Children in Snohomish County or Northshore School District requesting help.
North Counties Family Services 1015 Seeman St, Darrington - 360-436-0334 03/08/2021-05/14/2021 - Anyone in need of coats, socks, gloves, or blankets - call for appt.
Our Saviors Church OSLC parking lot, at 9928 272nd Place NW, Stanwood - 360-913-1551 (Mardi Jorgensen) Anyone in need, age 0 - elderly
Hand in Hand By appointment. Contact info@handinhandkids.org or (425) 374-2461. For kids transiting into foster care, or in foster care, ages 0-17
Bethany Compassion Center 1421 Broadway, Everett - 425-512-9696 - info@bethanycompassioncenter.com Children and Everett schools
Lifehouse WA 8825 34th Ave NE, Ste L-179, Marysville - 360-548-3177 - info@lifehousewa.org Single mothers who experienced domestic violence, teen pregnancy, loss of spouse, substance abuse, homelessness, or trauma
Cascade Church: Treasure Chest 14377 Fryelands Blvd. SE, Monroe - Private appts: Email LaVonne Clark at orphancare@cascadechurch.org Foster youth - open Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am or by appointment
DIAPERS/WIPES WA Kids in Transition 19721 Scriber Lake Road, Suite B, Lynnwood - 425-361-2916 - contact us Homeless families w/ children in Edmonds School District, Everett School District; other families referred on a case-by-case basis
Our Saviors Church OSLC parking lot, at 9928 272nd Place NW, Stanwood - 360-913-1551 (Mardi Jorgensen) Anyone in need, age 0 - elderly
Hand in Hand By appointment. Contact info@handinhandkids.org or (425) 374-2461. For kids transiting into foster care, or in foster care, ages 0-17
Bethany Compassion Center 1421 Broadway, Everett - 425-512-9696 - info@bethanycompassioncenter.com Young parents in the community; young parents in recovery
Lifehouse WA 8825 34th Ave NE, Ste L-179, Marysville - 360-548-3177 - info@lifehousewa.org Single mothers who experienced domestic violence, teen pregnancy, loss of spouse, substance abuse, homelessness, or trauma
BABY GEAR Lifehouse WA 8825 34th Ave NE, Ste L-179, Marysville - 360-548-3177 - info@lifehousewa.org Single mothers who experienced domestic violence, teen pregnancy, loss of spouse, substance abuse, homelessness, or trauma
HYGIENE/TOILETRIES WA Kids in Transition 19721 Scriber Lake Road, Suite B, Lynnwood - 425-361-2916 - contact us Homeless families w/ children in Edmonds School District, Everett School District; other families referred on a case-by-case basis
Hand in Hand By appointment. Contact info@handinhandkids.org or (425) 374-2461. For kids transiting into foster care, or in foster care, ages 0-17
Bethany Compassion Center 1421 Broadway, Everett - 425-512-9696 - info@bethanycompassioncenter.com People experiencing homelessness
Trinity Aid Bank 2324 Lombard Ave, Everett - 425-252-1239 - office@TrinityLutheranEverett.com Fridays from 11:30am to 12:30pm - low-income families and individuals
FURNITURE St. Vincent de Paul - North Sound Chapter Call Helpline: 425-355-3504 M-F 10AM - 4PM Children 0-18 - for free bed program
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Trinity Aid Bank 2324 Lombard Ave, Everett - 425-252-1239 - office@TrinityLutheranEverett.com Fridays from 11:30am to 12:30pm - low-income families and individuals

Holiday Gift Programs

AREA ORGANIZATION HOW TO APPLY
WASHINGTON Treehouse for Kids Foster children - must be referred by DCYF/foster services case manager
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Toys for Tots Online applications only - or, if a TANF recipient, inquire through case manager
Christmas House Visit website to shop - check for availability in November 2021
EVERETT Bethany Compassion Center 1421 Broadway; Ph: 425-512-9696; info@bethanycompassioncenter.com
Trinity Lutheran Everett Contact Volunteers of America Christmas Basket Program: Ph: (425) 259-3191; info@voaww.org
LYNNWOOD Holly House for Kids Edmonds School District children in Lynnwood - no application info provided
MONROE Cascade Church: Treasure Chest Foster youth - open Tuesdays 9:30-11:30AM or by appointment - Email LaVonne Clark at: orphancare@cascadechurch.org.

Child Care

PROGRAM TYPE ORGANIZATION ELIGIBILITY
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY DCYF: Child Care Subsidy Programs See Working Connections Child Care eligibility requirements and Seasonal Child Care eligibility requirements
Apply online or call DCYF at 844-626-8687 to apply. Learn more about your child care options at the links above.
ECEAP & Head Start Head Start: children 3-5; Early Head Start: pregnant parents or children 0-3; ECEAP: children 3-4; see page for more info about all programs
Snohomish County Early Head Start info; Call main office at 425-388-6439 to apply; prepare an application ahead of time (available from site in English, Spanish, or Russian); Apply for Birth-Three program at Betty J Taylor Early Learning Academy (Tulalip Tribe)
Snohomish County ECEAP info; Free Preschool in Snohomish County; Preescolar Gratuito en el Condado de Snohomish; For more information: call (425) 388-7010 or email: ECEAP@snoco.org
Head Start Center locator; Betty J Taylor Early Learning Academy (Tulalip Tribe); Apply for other locations through Edmonds College Birth to Five: Call 425.712.9000 or apply online
EARLY INTERVENTION Snohomish County Developmental Disabilities & Early Learning Children 0-3 with developmental disabilities
English brochure; also available in Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Arabic, and Korean from website. Contact 425-388-7402 or 1-800-927-9308 or EarlyInterventionProgram@snoco.org if you are concerned about your child's development.
Informing Families Families caring for children with developmental disabilities (any age) - info available in Spanish and Vietnamese
FIND CHILD CARE Child Care Aware of WA Everyone searching for child care - resource and referral network
Find Child Care WA Everyone searching for licensed child care
OTHER CHILD CARE YMCA Child Care: Early Learning & School-Age Care YMCA members and non-members - fee-based

Summer Camps

Day Camps
ORGANIZATION ENROLLMENT AGES FINANCIAL AID?
ARLINGTON Arlington Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Arlington office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
BELLEVUE MusicWorks NW Register online Ages 4-18; age groups vary by camp (see descriptions) Tuition Assistance and using DDA funds
Aspiring Youth Day Camps Enroll online Neurodivergent youth ages 8-18; grouped by age and themed interest None indicated
BOTHELL Outdoors for All Day Camps 2021 First complete Registration Survey; registration link will be emailed to you; follow participant registration instructions Disabled youth ages 7+ Complete Financial Aid Application
CAMANO ISLAND Warm Beach: Special Friends Camp Postponed until 2022 due to COVID-19 Disabled teens and adults Unknown
Warm Beach: Horsemanship Day Camp Register online Ages 8-15 Tiered fee schedule
COUPEVILLE Coupeville Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Coupeville office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
DARRINGTON North Counties' Family Services Call 360-436-0334 Not specified Free - no tuition
EDMONDS Edmonds Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Edmonds office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
Washington TOPSoccer Contact Tom Tate directly at ttate@washingtonyouthsoccer.org for registration information Disabled youth ages 4+ Unknown
EVERETT YMCA: Silver Lake Outdoor Camp Register online Entering grades 1-6 See brochure for rates and member discounts; Apply for financial assistance
YMCA: Jackson Discovery Camp
YMCA: Lowell Discovery Camp
YMCA: Lowell Explorer Camp
YMCA: Everett YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Everett YMCA Challenger Camp Entering grades 6-9
City of Everett: Summer Day Camps Ages 4-18 Unknown
City of Everett: Camp Patterson Disabled youth ages 5+ Unknown
Cascade Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Everett-Cascade office for form School-age children Complete separate PDF Scholarship application from site; DSHS/DCYF funds also accepted
GRANITE FALLS Granite Falls Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Granite Falls office for form Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
KINGSTON North Kitsap Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit North Kitsap office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
LAKE STEVENS Bargeen Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Bargreen-Lake Stevens office for form Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
LYNNWOOD Lynnwood Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Alderwood office for form
MARYSVILLE YMCA: Marysville YMCA Mini-Camp Register online: Full & Half-day Options Ages 3-5 See brochure for rates and member discounts; Apply for financial assistance
YMCA: Marysville YMCA Ready-Set-Go Camp Register online Entering kindergarten
YMCA: Kellogg Discovery Camp Entering grades 1-6
YMCA: Marshall Discovery Camp
YMCA: Marysville YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Marysville YMCA Challenger Camp Entering grades 6-9
City of Marysville: Summer Mini-Camp Register online Ages 4-6 None
City of Marysville: Summer Day Camp Ages 6-11 $10 off/week of camp when you register for 4+ weeks at once. Help with discounts: 360-363-8400
City of Marysville: Summer Specialty Camps Ages 7-14 None
City of Marysville: Summer Sports Camps Ages 5-17
Marysville Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Marysville office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
MILL CREEK YMCA: Mill Creek YMCA Ready-Set-Go Camp Register online Entering kindergarten See brochure for rates and member discounts; Apply for financial assistance
YMCA: Hole in the Sky Outdoor Camp Entering grades 1-6
YMCA: Forest View Discovery Camp
YMCA: Penny Creek Discovery Camp
YMCA: Mill Creek YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Mill Creek YMCA Challenger Camp
MONROE YMCA: Monroe YMCA Mini-Camp Register online: AM Half-day Option Ages 3-5
YMCA: Monroe YMCA Ready-Set-Go Camp Register online Entering kindergarten
YMCA: Fryelands Discovery Camp Entering grades 1-6
YMCA: Monroe YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Monroe YMCA Challenger Camp Entering grades 6-9
MUKILTEO YMCA: Mukilteo YMCA Mini-Camp Register online: AM Half-day Option Ages 3-5
YMCA: Columbia Discovery Camp Register online Entering grades 1-6
YMCA: Serene Lake Discovery Camp
YMCA: Mukilteo YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Mukilteo YMCA Challenger Camp Entering grades 6-9
City of Mukilteo: Summer Camps Search and Register for camps online Ages vary Unknown
Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club Download & complete PDF form from page, or visit Mukilteo office for form School-age children Scholarships may be available; DSHS/DCYF funds accepted
REDMOND Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Complete Application and Intake Questionnaire Disabled youth Apply for tuition aid through FAST
SHORELINE Washington TOPSoccer Register through website Disabled youth ages 4+ Unknown; no registration fee for siblings
SNOHOMISH Washington TOPSoccer No fees for the 2021 season
STANWO0D-CAMANO YMCA: Stanwood-Camano YMCA Mini-Camp Register online: AM & PM Half-day Options Ages 3-5 See brochure for rates and member discounts; Apply for financial assistance
YMCA: Stanwood-Camano YMCA Ready-Set-Go Camp Register online Entering kindergarten
YMCA: Twin City Discovery Camp
YMCA: Stanwood-Camano YMCA Explorer Camp
YMCA: Stanwod-Camano Challenger Camp
TULALIP Tulalip Boys & Girls Club Enrollment forms/camp info not updated. Ph: 360-716-3400; tulalipbgc@gmail.com Ages vary Unknown
Overnight Camps in Washington
LOCATION ORGANIZATION ENROLLMENT AGES FINANCIAL AID?
FOSTER YOUTH PORT ORCHARD Sibling Strong: Camp to Belong Apply online Foster youth age 8-18 Free attendance
DISABLED YOUTH NACHES Camp Prime Time Apply online at link All ages - families and their children camp together Free attendance and use
ALL CAMANO ISLAND Warm Beach: Horsemanship Overnight Camp Register online Girls or All gender, ages 10-18 Tiered fee schedule

Educational Resources

*Please visit the School Districts & School Boards page for specific information about your children's local public schools and school districts for grades K-12.

*Please visit the Education, Employment & Training page for information about post-secondary education and training, as well as financial aid.

RESOURCE HOW TO ACCESS USEFUL FOR
EVERETT PUBLIC LIBRARY Stories Online EPL YouTube Playlists (past stories), subscribe to e-mail lists for weekly links to live virtual readings and kits Babies, preschool, and toddlers and their parents
What to Read Next Fill out personal picks form or call 425-257-8000 to speak with a librarian for personalized recommendations; or use age-based recommendations on page Readers of all ages
Summer Reading Access printable or virtual booklists from page; borrow physical books from library or digital/audio books from OverDrive; complete prize form Kids & teens
Kids & Teens eBooks & AudioBooks OverDrive or YourCloudLibrary (using EPL account# and PIN) Youth readers (child and teen)
Hoopla Digital: Children's titles only create account - may need EPL account# and PIN Youth readers of comics, manga, etc.
Stay at Home Activities Some may require EPL account login; others are web access Kids, teens, and families
Student Research Most sites required Login through EPL account Children in grades K-12
Life Magazine Archive: Login using EPL credentials. Life Magazine has featured story-telling through documentary photographs and informative captions. Each issue depicted national and international events and topical stories. This collection contains more than 2,200 issues from 1936-2000.
ProQuest Discovery Login using EPL credentials. Indexes 3,600 magazines and journals—2,000 of which are full text, as well as several national and Washington State newspapers. Indexes 1,000 business and management journals, trade/industry publications, 460 of which are full text.
KING COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Bothell Location See site for hours; use online services All ages
King County Public Library: Students Use school code and student ID to register and log in Elementary, middle, high school, and college students in King County
KCLS: Kids Online with KCLS login credentials Parents/caregivers and children 0 - 13
Overdrive: Kids Login with KCLS credentials. eBook and Audiobook recommendations for kids up to age 13.
KCLS: Storytimes (multiple languages) Register using KCLS account; Zoom info will be sent to e-mail on file Parents/caregivers and young children
KCLS: Teens Online with KCLS login credentials Teens and young adults
KCLS: K-12 Educator, Parent, and Caregiver Support Online with KCLS login credentials K-12 teachers, parents, and caregivers
KCLS: All Events Online registration through KCLS account; e-mail will be sent with access instructions All ages and interests
Classes, lectures, readings, study groups, meetups, forums: language learning, literature, arts, talk, self-help, culture, job & career, and more
KCLS: ideaX Classes Register online through KCLS account; access instructions sent to e-mail Youth of various ages - STEAM programming
KCLS: Bellevue MakerSpace Using the MakerSpace; 1111 110th Ave NE, Bellevue Ages 5 and up - open to all (including non-members)
Online Resources for Kids Most sites require login through KCLS account Kids in grades K-8
Tutor.com/Tutor.com (Spanish) Login through KCLS account. Free online tutoring for all ages - children in grades K-12, adults in college, adult learners
Infobase: Access Video Login through KCLS account Full and kids-only versions available. Stream thousands of videos from BBC, HBO, and Ken Burns to Ferguson's career tips and health videos from The Wellness Network.
BookFlix Login through KCLS account. For pre-K-3 young readers. Watch classic video storybooks paired with related nonfiction eBooks, including some in Spanish.
Britannica Library and Brittanica Library Children Login through KCLS account. Find accurate information to help you complete school assignments or explore your interests. Read or listen to articles at a reading level that is right for you.
Daily Life through History Login through KCLS account. Explore the details of daily life around the world from pre-history to today. Learn through articles, maps, charts, and primary documents.
Gale in Context: Biography Login through KCLS account. Get biographical information that you can rely on for your next paper or project. Connect with accurate and engaging articles, videos, audio, and images.
NoveList Login through KCLS account. Find your next reading recommendation. Get read-alikes, books that are similar to another book you like. Research an author or book. Explore themed book lists. Get discussion guides for your book group.
SIRS Discoverer Login through KCLS account. Find sources for your school report or project. Read articles and eBooks written for students in grades K-8. Search for downloadable eBooks by grade level or subject. Export your citations or save articles.
Study Zone Plus Login through KCLS account. Students K-12: Free homework help; Access to KCLS librarians; Language and reading support; Social activities. Students will be moved to breakout rooms by age groups, elementary or teen.
Online Resources for Teens Most sites require login through KCLS account Youth in grades 7-12 (some resources overlap with Kids' resources)
Gale: 19th Century US Newspapers Login through KCLS account. Read US newspapers from the 19th century.
Britannica Library Young Adults Login through KCLS account. Read or listen to articles at a reading levels right for you. Find facts to finish your school project. Explore articles, images, definitions, and websites for teens.
Gale Academic OneFile Login through KCLS account. Read full articles from journals or magazines, and books. Choose from thousands of publications.
Gale eBooks Login through KCLS account. Read, email, or print nonfiction books and articles. Search for facts in encyclopedias and directories.
Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints Login through KCLS account. Explore both sides of an issue. Use statistics and primary sources to weigh pros and cons. Read articles written from diverse perspectives to understand others better.
Cambridge University Press: History Statistics of the US Login through KCLS account. Search U.S. statistics from thousands of trusted sources. View historical context for data. Create custom data tables. Download and share tables.
NY Times (ProQuest) Login through KCLS account. Read NY Times articles from 1980 - present.
NY Times Historical (ProQuest) Login through KCLS account. New York Daily Times (1851-1857) and New York Times (1857-to three years before the current year).
Newspaper Archive Login through KCLS account. Read articles from over 400 years of newspapers. Explore family history, small-town events, and news from around the world.
ProQuest Coronavirus Research Database Login through KCLS account. Find information about COVID-19 that you can trust.
ProQuest Learning: Literature Login through KCLS account. Read poetry, prose, and drama. Find works of literary criticism, essays, author biographies, reviews, and interviews. Listen to contemporary poets read their own or favorite poems.
ProQuest Research Library Login through KCLS account. Read articles from thousands of magazines, journals, and newspapers.
ACCESS THRU EPL, KCLS Tumble Book Library Login through EPL account. eBooks for Children in grades K-6
SNO-ISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Teen & Tween Events Zoom links provided in event pages, or by email subscription Teens and adolescents
Family & Kids' Events Zoom links provided in event pages, or by email subscription Kids and families
Babies, Toddlers, and Preschool Events Zoom links provided in event pages, or by email subscription Parents and their children age 0-5
eBooks & AudioBooks for Kids OverDrive digital library with SPL credentials Youth age 6 - middle school
Kids Reading Suggestions Check out physical books, or eBooks and AudioBooks through OverDrive using SPL card/credentials Youth age 6-middle school
Teens Reading Suggestions Check out physical books, or eBooks and AudioBooks through OverDrive using SPL card/credentials Youth age 12 and up
Online Resources for Teens Most sites require Login through SPL account Youth in middle and high school
BrainFuse Login using SPL credentials. Provides online tutoring and homework help for grades K-12, test prep, writing labs, career transitioning and school transitioning for adults, and more.
Gale Research Resource Login using SPL credentials. Gale is a global leader in education, learning, and research resources online. Gale has a digital archive of research databases, reference books (both eBook and print), and more.
History Study Center Login using SPL credentials. Online resource of digitized primary and secondary history sources, suitable for a wide range of users from high school students to researchers seeking primary source texts.
GreenFILE Login using SPL credentials. Free research database covering human impact to the environment with scholarly, government and general-interest titles including content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.
ProQuest (formerly BigChalk) Login using SPL credentials. Research and learning database for school-age youth. Age-appropriate content that covers core curriculum; high quality databases to support classroom instruction; interactive media that attracts student attention.
Online Resources for Kids Login required through SPL account Youth in grades K-middle school
Research Rocket (part of NewsBank) Login using SPL credentials. Online digital research tool delivering diverse, vetted information for elementary and middle school students. Fueled by sources from around the world.
Birds of the World Login using SPL credentials. Birds of the World is a powerful research database that brings together deep, scholarly content from four celebrated works of ornithology with millions of bird observations from eBird and multimedia from the Macaulay Library.
ACCESS THRU EPL, SPL World Book Online: Login using EPL credentials. Online research tools that include encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, educational games, pictures, audio, and videos.
NewsBank: Login using EPL credentials. Find global information on topics related to business, economics, education, government, health, homework help, international studies, politics, science, social issues, sports, STEM and more from a variety of news media featuring newspapers, videos and web-only content.
ACCESS THRU KCLS, SPL History Study Center Login using SPL credentials. Online resource of digitized primary and secondary history sources, suitable for a wide range of users from high school students to researchers seeking primary source texts.
ACCESS THRU EPL, KCLS, SPL LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda): Login using EPL credentials. Video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills.
Mango Languages: Login using EPL credentials. Interactive online resource providing audio tutorials to practice reading, listening, and speaking in over 70 different languages.
Learning Express: Login using EPL credentials. Interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation, career development and more.
eLibrary ProQuest Database: Login using EPL credentials. Offers more than 1,500 full-text sources, with improved functionality, and a fun and easy-to-use search interface. Includes magazines, newspapers, books, television/radio transcripts, maps, pictures, and audio/video clips.
Explora Research: Login using EPL credentials. sign in through EPL - Search across multiple database collections including newspaper sources, magazines articles (including Consumer Reports), general reference publications, images, and, as well as selection of eBooks and eAudiobooks. Also available in Spanish and French.
Kanopy Kids Login using library credentials. Watch a streaming collection of age-appropriate films and TV series selected for kids. Finding the right video is easy using Common Sense Media ratings.
FREE RESOURCES Make Way for Books App Sign up for free account; use free app. Read free bilingual (Spanish) eBooks for ages 0-5. Find early literacy activities.
CultureGrams: No login required. A series of reference tools on world cultures, including maps, statistics and other information on 187 countries and the 50 U.S. States.
Google: Arts & Culture No account needed, or use Google account. Virtual tours, art explorations, games, museum guides, and more.
Educational Documentaries: Netflix - on YouTube No account or login required. Suitable for adolescents, teens, young adults.
Khan Academy: Sign up for free. Practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard. Core STEAM subjects for elementary through college-level courses.
FREE INTERNET ACCESS Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County: Comcast Lift Zones 12 Boys & Girls Clubs in SnoCo with Free Internet - see page School-aged Boys & Girls Clubs members needing internet access for homework, school, research
FREE TUTORING Harvey Mudd College Homework Hotline 877.827.5462 - September - May, Sunday - Thursday, 4 - 7 p.m. PST Youth in grades 4-12 needing help with Math and Science homework
Bethany Compassion Center 1421 Broadway, Everett - Ph: 425-512-9696 - info@bethanycompassioncenter.com Local Everett students in grades K-12
Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County 19 Boys & Girls Clubs in SnoCo & nearby counties School-aged Boys & Girls Clubs members - drop-in and power-hour
Casino Road Kid's Ministries 14 E Casino Rd, Everett - 425 243-2190 - info@crmkids.org School-aged children in South Everett
Kidz Club (Take the Next Step/City Life-Youth for Christ) 202 S Sams St, Monroe - 360-794-1022 - office@ttns.org Grade-school children
Community Resource Center of Stanwood-Camano: Teen Programs 360.629.5257 - teens@crc-sc.org - 2x weekly Teens (junior high and high school)

Youth & Community Activities

TYPE ORGANIZATION AGE GROUPS
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS ARTS & THERAPY Snohomish County Music Project All ages - age-specific groups
Sliding scales and reduced rates available based on income, COVID-19 hardship.
GIRL-SPECIFIC Girl Scouts of Western Washington Up to age 18
Girl Scouts of WW is transgender- and nonbinary-inclusive. Their programming teachers outdoors skills, STEM skills, leadership, life skills, entrepreneurship and business skills, people skills, and more.
HEALTH & COMMUNITY YMCA of Snohomish County All ages
Youth-specific programming: Sports, Mukilteo Skate Park, Swimming (group & private lessons, swim team), Challenger Camp (youth entering grades 6-9); child care and summer camps for younger children also available
MENTORING Big Brothers Big Sisters of Snohomish County Children & Youth age 6-18
1-on-1 youth-adult mentoring-matching program; mentors provide mentees with a role model, safe activities, someone to talk to and get advice from.
YOUTH Mount Baker Boy Scouts of America: Pilchuck District Kindergarten - age 20 - serving all genders, grouped by aged
Program; Family programs, outdoor programs, fitness, leadership, community learning and service, civics, and more
ARLINGTON SPORTS & OUTDOORS Youth Dynamics Youth age 11-24
Faith-based organization offering outdoor adventures, leadership training, weekly events and clubs, working with all youth regardless of religious affiliation. Multiple locations; nearest is Stilly Valley.
YOUTH Arlington Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Homework help, childcare, arts, junior staff, sports, summer camps
BELLEVUE ARTS & THERAPY Music Works NW All ages - programs grouped by age
Music lessons, music therapy, performance, music camps; Tuition assistance available; may accept DDA funding
CULTURE & LEARNING KCLS: MakerSpace All ages - no library membership necessary
CAMANO ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER Warm Beach Camp & Conference Center All ages
Recreation, challenge courses, youth programs, team-building, facility rentals, family & youth camps, meals provided on site
Camano Country Club Youth and adults
Swimming, fitness, and social activities, including art gallery featuring local artists
SPORTS Camaloch Golf Youth and adults
COUPEVILLE DROP-IN Ryan's House for Youth Homeless youth age 12-24
Meals, clothing closet, respite, employment services, help with applications for benefits, help with applying for school/re-enrollment, help with IDs and other documents, case management
YOUTH Coupeville Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Homework help, childcare (plus before/after-school care), teen programs, gender-specific programming, junior staff, sports, summer camps
DARRINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER Darrington Community Center All ages
North Counties' Family Services All ages - family
Current: Walking Club, Wednesdays 12PM-1PM, for families. Call 360-436-0334 for questions. Water bottles provided.
EDMONDS YOUTH Edmonds Boys & Girls Club School-aged children
Homework help, childcare, arts programs, summer camps, sports, health programs
EVERETT AFTER-SCHOOL Casino Road Kid's Ministries Not stated - children
Current clubs: English and Spanish meeting at The Village at Casino Road - help with homework, snacks and hot meals, arts and music, and family activities during the summer
COMMUNITY CENTER The Village on Casino Road All ages - family
Programs listed on page above; anything in green font is now available. Click name of organization for more info, call (425) 610-3856 (se habla espanol)
DROP-IN U-Turn Drop-In Center Homeless youth age 13-24
Get Help 24/7: Call or text 425.877.5171 or email safeplace@cocoonhouse.org; Drop-In Hours: M-F 2PM-6:30PM; Sat-Sun 10AM-1PM. 3530 Colby Ave, Everett.
HEALTH & COMMUNITY Forest Park Swim Center All ages
Currently closed due to COVID-19 - see Everett YMCA Swim Partnership
PARENTING The Village on Casino Road All ages - family
ChildStrive: ECEAP, early intervention, nurse-family partnership, parents as teachers; Youth for Christ City Life: faith-based tutoring, mentoring, and other programming for youth; Second Chance Outreach: tutoring, mentoring for high school-aged youth, Mujeres sin Fronteras women's support group (Spanish)
SPORTS Everett Youth Soccer Club Ages 3-18
YOUTH The Village on Casino Road All ages - family
Youth for Christ City Life: faith-based tutoring, mentoring, and other programming for youth; Second Chance Outreach: tutoring, mentoring for high school-aged youth
Cascade Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, games, learning, leadership programs, health, arts & crafts, homework time, summer camps
Everett Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, homework help, arts & crafts, STEM, computer education, health programs, sports, Friday teen nights, leadership programs
South Everett-Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, homework help, drama, fine arts, national fine arts exhibit, gender-specific programs, and more
Trailside Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, homework help, health programs, kids' cafe, games, outdoor programs, arts & crafts & science
Salvation Army Troops Youth aged preschool - 12th grade, divided into age groups
ARTS & THERAPY Cocoon House Free Music Program Homeless youth age 13-24 (eligible for services)
Sign up for 1.5-hr session in advance with the Music Program Coordinator to play and record music in any style, with mixing and mastering. More info on page.
Salvation Army: Music Lessons Groups and individual music lessons - Youth, all ages
GRANITE FALLS YOUTH Granite Falls Boys & Girls Club Ages 0-18 (depending on service)
Childcare (see main page for other services), homework help, torch club, fitness, teen nights and trips, junior staff, sports, robitics & STEM, arts & crafts, games, computer education, summer camps
KINGSTON YOUTH North Kitsap Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, summer camps, and more
LAKE STEVENS YOUTH Bargreen Lake Stevens Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, sports, homework help, computer lab, gym, games, instruction
LYNNWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER Lynnwood Neighborhood Center - coming soon in 2023 All ages
Early Learning/ECEAP, Boys & Girls Club, Teen Center, Adult Day Center, multipurpose rooms for community events/meetings, more info
Lynnwood Recreation Center All ages
See admission fees - scholarships available. Classes & activities available for youth and families.
DROP-IN Neighborhood Youth Alliance Homeless children age 3-15 in Edmonds School District
See brochure. Located at Trinity Lutheran Church - Saturdays, 8:30AM-10:30AM. Provides children with early learning, art and education, life skills. On hiatus due to COVID-19.
SPORTS Lynnwood Municipal Golf Course Youth and adults
YOUTH Alderwood Boys & Girls Club School-age children
Homework help, childcare, arts, STEM, computer education, health, Friday teen nights, teen leadership, sports, summer camps
MARYSVILLE ARTS & THERAPY City of Marysville: Youth Classes Various ages
Art, music, dance, and other classes available, grouped by age
COMMUNITY CENTER Ken Baxter Community Center All ages
Currently closed due to COVID-19 - check website periodically for updates
SPORTS & OUTDOORS Marysville Youth Sports Ages 2-17 (grouped by age and activity)
Check main website for availability; upcoming seasons: Tennis and Soccer
EVENTS Marysville City Events Family-oriented and all ages
YOUTH Marysville Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, sports, homework help, computer lab, teen night, immersion, running club, gender-specific programming, summer camps
Salvation Army Troops Youth aged preschool - 12th grade, divided into age groups
MILL CREEK ARTS & THERAPY City of Mill Creek Recreation Preschool - teens
Summer schedules not yet available for viewing/registration - check in May 2021 - scholarships available
SPORTS City of Mill Creek Recreation Preschool - teens
Summer schedules not yet available for viewing/registration - check in May 2021 - scholarships available
EVENTS Mill Creek City Events Family-oriented and all ages
MONROE AFTER-SCHOOL Kidz Club (Take the Next Step/City Life-Youth for Christ) Grade-school children
Teen volunteers help grade-school children with homework, provide snacks, socialize and read with children, do crafts, etc. Located at Monroe Covenant Church
YOUTH Monroe Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, sports, leadership programs, gender-specific programming, sewing club, financial education
MUKILTEO COMMUNITY CENTER Rosehill Community Center All ages
All ages programs year-round - apply for scholarships here; Art exhibits featuring local artists, youth and camp programming
EVENTS Rosehill Community Center Events Family-oriented and all ages
Mukilteo City Events All ages
YOUTH Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, sports, spring & summer camps, teen center, drop-in center, game rooms, STEAM center, tech lab
OAK HARBOR DROP-IN Ryan's House for Youth Homeless youth age 12-24
Meals, clothing closet, respite, employment services, help with applications for benefits, help with applying for school/re-enrollment, help with IDs and other documents, case management
YOUTH Oak Harbor Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, homework help, cooking, fine arts, health programs, and more
SAUK-SUIATTLE TRIBE OUTDOORS Sauk-Suiattle Tribal Canoe Journey Youth and adults
SEATTLE ARTS & THERAPY Red Eagle Soaring Indigenous youth aged 10-19
CULTURE & LEARNING Seattle Aquarium: Free Passes Free entry to Seattle Aquarium for up to two adult caregivers and up to five Foster children
Pacific Science Center: Free Membership/Passes Free 1-year membership for Foster youth age 14-21 and caregivers of Foster youth under 14; see more details
SNOHOMISH HEALTH & COMMUNITY Snohomish Aquatic Center All ages
Activities and classes for all ages; swim teams for youth and adults
YOUTH Snohomish Boys & Girls Club School-age youth
Located at Averill Youth Complex. Homework help, licensed child care, STEM programs, arts programs, sports
STANWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER Community Resource Center - Stanwood Camano All ages - family
Currently offering: Davis Teen Programs: babysitting classes, homework help; more info
PARTNERSHIP Stanwood-Camano Youth Partnership (SCYP Teens) Adolescents and Teens
SCYP Teens provides programming and opportunities such as: Education Support, Mentoring, Youth Advisory Council, Skill Building & Development, Community Service Projects, Entrepreneurship Opportunities, Annual Youth Summit for Stanwood-Camano
STARTUP ARTS & THERAPY https://startupartworkshop.weebly.com/Startup ArtUp Workshop 5th-6th graders
Hosted at Startup Event Center by Stanwood-Camano Arts Guild - currenting seeking feedback regarding interest in another event.
STILLAGUAMISH HEALTH & COMMUNITY Stillaguamish Tribe Cultural Resources All ages
Programs include spring and summer kids' camps, Lushootseed language learning, and cultural resources for all ages
SULTAN YOUTH Sultan Boys & Girls Club School-aged youth
Childcare, homework help, mentoring and tutoring, science club, book club, fine arts, reading/writing club, lego club, health programs, sports
TULALIP YOUTH Tulalip Boys & Girls Club Preschool - age 18
Current: Before and after-school care, sports, mentoring, summer camps, health programs

Youth Leadership Opportunities

Government

ORGANIZATION OPPORTUNITIES HOW TO APPLY
NATIONAL CONGRESS OF AMERICAN INDIANS Youth Commission See link for more information - youth ages 16-24
Internships & Fellowships See link for information & eligibility - for students of higher education
NATIONAL INDIAN HEALTH BOARD Health Policy Fellowship See link for more information
U.S. SENATE - DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE Democratic Committee on Indian Affairs: Internships & Fellowships See link for more information
U.S. SENATE - REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE Republican Committee on Indian Affairs See link for more information
UDALL FOUNDATION Native American Congressional Internship For undergraduate, graduate, and law students - see link for more info
WA OFFICE OF LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Legislative Youth Advisory Council Apply online or contact us with questions
WA BOARD OF EDUCATION Student Representative to the Board of Education Association of WA Student Leaders - application for Student Representative
WA DEPT CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES Passion 2 Action - Statewide Youth-led Advisory Board Current or former Foster youth age 14-24: email ilskids@dshs.wa.gov
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Children's Commission General application information; online application for Children's Commission; MS DOC application
CITY OF ARLINGTON Youth Council List of boards & commissions; application information
Parks & Recreation Commission List of boards & commissions; application information
CITY OF BOTHELL Arts Commission List of openings: boards and commissions - how to apply
CITY OF EDMONDS Youth Commission Boards and commissions: openings; PDF Application for Youth Commission
Arts Commission Boards and commissions: openings; PDF Application for Youth Commission
Diversity Commission Boards and commissions: openings
Planning Board Boards and commissions: openings
Tree Board Boards and commissions: openings
EDMONDS SCHOOL BOARD Student Advisor to the school board 2020-2021 school year application
CITY OF EVERETT Youth Advisory Board Boards and commissions; Application
CITY OF MILL CREEK Youth Advisory Board Boards and commissions: new member application; returning member application
CITY OF MOUNTLAKE TERRACE Intern for the City of Mountlake Terrace See more information in the link
CITY OF MUKILTEO Rosehill Community Board Commissions, committees & boards: more information about applications
CITY OF SNOHOMISH Youth Council Boards and commissions: current openings
CITY OF SULTAN City Council Student Representative Apply on link - information is out of date; contact for more information

Non-Profit/Independent Organizations with Youth Leadership Programs

ORGANIZATION OPPORTUNITIES
INTERNATIONAL Center for World Indigenous Studies Undergraduate Internships
WASHINGTON, D.C. George Washington University: College of Professional Studies Native American Political Leadership Program
NATIONAL Center for Native American Youth Gen-I Challenge (Generation-Indigenous Challenge)]]
Youth Ambassadors
Ambassadors for Land Conservation
Champions for Change
Native Vote Become a Native Vote Coordinator
UNITY Native Youth Councils Membership: How to Establish a Youth Council
North American Council on Adoptable Children: Youth Advisory Team Youth ages 18-24; contact Barb Clark: barbclark@nacac.org or 651-644-3036 (x113) for info
North American Council on Adoptable Children: Starting a Youth Network See page for resources - also see Be a youth advocate page
Foster Club: All-Star Internship Apply online (when open for WA state); For more info contact youngleaders@fosterclub.com or call (503) 717-1552. Reach Ashlee directly at x104.
National Foster Care Youth & Alumni Policy Council Foster youth/alumni ages 18-26. Apply online; additional questions? please email: NPC@fostercarealumni.org
Foster Club: Outstanding Young Leader Award Foster youth ages 17-26 showing leadership initiative; apply online
National Youth Advisory Council Youth ages 18-26, formerly homeless; Apply here: contact Yorri Berry-Harris: yorri.berry@nn4youth.org; 202.783.7949 with questions
NORTHWEST Native Youth Leadership Alliance (NYLA) Leadership Society
The NW Network Outspoken Speakers Board - youth aged 13-24
SNOHOMISH COUNTY YMCA of Snohomish County Youth and Government
ARLINGTON Arlington Boys & Girls Club Torch Club
Youth of the Year
Youth Dynamics Leadership Development - youth aged 11-24
EVERETT Everett Boys & Girls Club Keystone
Cascade Boys & Girls Club Torch Club
South Everett-Mukilteo Boys & Girls Club Torch Club
Mockingbird Foster Youth Programs (partnering with YouthNet in Snohomish County) Mockingbird Youth Program: Everett: Contact: ileana@mockingbirdsociety.org; 253.281.9022
Foster youth ages 13-25. Everett Chapter meets 3rd Tuesday monthly, 4:30 - 6:30 PM, at YouthNet, 227 N 4th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
GRANITE FALLS Granite Falls Boys & Girls Club Torch Club
LYNNWOOD Alderwood Boys & Girls Club Keystone
MONROE Monroe Boys & Girls Club Keystone
Take the Next Step/City Life/Youth for Christ Student Leadership for middle- and high-school students
MILL CREEK Sno-Isle Libraries Mill Creek Library Youth Advisory Board
What we're reading; see more reading lists on user profile
OAK HARBOR Oak Harbor Boys & Girls Club Torch Club
Youth of the Year
SULTAN Sultan Club Torch Club

Parent Education & Support

ORGANIZATION CONTACT
GENERAL INFO Love and Logic —–
Research-driven, whole-child philosophy - Love and Logic provides a wealth of free parenting articles, tips and advice for handling children of all ages. Also has books, audiobooks, and webinars.
Act for Youth —–
Articles and information about youth development, adolescence, sexual health, substance use, teen development, and more
NATIONAL ParentaLink Request a Consultation or Schedule an Appointment
See WA Facebook Page. Provides information, structure, resources for families suffering adverse effects of divorce and custody issues; helps parents to incorporate respectful interactions to come to healthy resolutions; provides transparency into processes and practices of family law.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Housing Hope: ChildHope Contact 211 for referrals
Services: In-Home Child and Family Specialist, ECEAP/Early Head Start/Head Start, Parent Education classes in the College of Hope, Teen/Young Parent Program
College of Hope Ph: 425-353-8112; collegeofhope@housinghope.org
Free classes at various locations in SnoCo: parenting, life skills, financial literacy, emotional & social wellness, managing disabilities & executive function, and more - free childcare, transportation, and meals provided
ARLINGTON UW Medicine Maternal Fetal Clinic Phone: 844-657-4532
Read about the Financial Assistance or Hardship discounts and waivers; Services: pregnancy care and maternity support
EVERETT Bethany Compassion Center Ph: 25-512-9696; info@bethanycompassioncenter.com
Baby kits for new parents, diaper drives, life skills classes, life recovery groups
Changes Parent Support Group Call 888-468-2620 for assistance joining a Zoom meeting - Thursdays 6:30 - 9 PM
Structured, peer-led program providing support to parents struggling with children engaging in oppositional and self-destructive behaviors.
Planned Parenthood Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Birth control, Primary Care, Abortion, HIV care, Men’s & Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Services
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (425) 312-0204
Services: Pharmacy, Health Education, Primary Care, Pregnancy Care
Sea Mar CHC - WIC Nutrition/Education Phone: (425) 258-8400
Services: WIC/Nutritional Education Services
LYNNWOOD Next Step NW Ph: 425-329-4569; info@nextstepnw.com; or use contact form
Free pregnancy tests, diagnostic ultrasounds, STD/STI tests, abortion information (no referrals provided)
Planned Parenthood Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Abortion, Birth Control, STD Services, Men’s/Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Svcs, LGBTQ+
MARYSVILLE Planned Parenthood, 10210 State Ave. Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Abortion, Birth Control, STD Services, Men’s & Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Services
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 653-1742
Services: Pregnancy care, Health Education, Primary Care
MILL CREEK UW Medicine Women's Clinic Phone: (206) 668-6644
Services: Pregnancy services, Mammograms, OBGYN, family planning, etc.
MONROE Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 282-3885
Services: Pregnancy services, Dental, Health Education, Primary Care
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 282-3896
Services: Maternity Support Services only
STANWOOD-CAMANO Community Resource Center of Stanwood-Camano Ph: (360) 629-5257
Mobility Mentoring: Mentors partner with parents to help create career/training plan, improve financial stability, learn about children's growth and development, improve health & wellbeing, increase personal & professional networks

Father-Specific Resources

ORGANIZATION CONTACT SERVICES
WA Interagency Fatherhood Council —– Brings together spectrum of fathers, agencies, academics to: raise awareness around the essential role of fathers; Nurture father inclusivity in communities, agencies, and policies; Develop leaders at all levels; Welcome diverse cultures, experiences of fathers to drive change.
Conscious Fathering: Evergreen Health Kirkland Ph: 425-899-3000 Parenting classes, men's support grpous, childbirth and early parenting education/support
Washington Fathers Network: Snohomish County Chapter Louis Mendoza, Ph: 425-653-4286; louis.mendoza@kindering.org; Facebook Provides connections, support, resources to fathers with children who have special health needs; trains fathers to advocate for systems/policy change; advocates for equal access
Bring Back the Dads/Community Caring Project - Parents Place Kathleen Griffin, Ph: 360-414-9212; kathiegriffin50@hotmail.com Supports fathers with open DCYF dependency cases to help get children out of foster care; Provides: Food, Men’s support groups, Parenting Classes, Individual counseling, Home visiting, Legal assistance, Family social activities, Diapers, formula, Clothing, etc.
Fathers' Rights Movement washington@tfrm.us or Facebook Advocates for rebuttable presumption of equal shared parenting; provides support for fathers in family court litigation; hosts community outreach events; Services: Men’s support groups, Mentoring, Men’s social activities, Family social activities
DadsMOVE Nelson Rascon, Ph: 253-230-3558, nrascon@dadsmove.org Provides education, peer support and advocacy to fathers of children with behavioral health needs. Provides tools and training fathers need to be engaged in children's recovery. Services: Housing, Individual & couples counseling, Men’s support groups, Mentoring, Case management, Men’s & family social activities, Anger management
A Place for Father Harley F Draven, Ph: 360-296-5336; aplaceforfather@yahoo.com Promoting father's healthy relationships with children; Services: Housing; Individual counseling; Men’s support groups; Mentoring; Clothing; Employment/Job training/placement; Home visiting; Case management; Legal assistance; Men’s social activities
James Oldham Treatment Center of Triumph Treatment Services Ph: (509) 204-3098, jotc@triumphtx.org Provides services benefiting all affected by Behavioral Health Disorders (all parents included); Services Provided: Residential & Outpatient, Housing support, Advocacy services; counseling, Men’s support groups, Early Childhood education, social activities, Parenting Classes

Pregnant/Parenting Teens and Young Adults

ORGANIZATION CONTACT
GENERAL INFO Love and Logic —–
Research-driven, whole-child philosophy - Love and Logic provides a wealth of free parenting articles, tips and advice for handling children of all ages. Also has books, audiobooks, and webinars.
Act for Youth —–
Articles and information about youth development, adolescence, sexual health, substance use, teen development, and more
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Housing Hope: ChildHope Call 211 for referral to this organization
Programs for pregnant/parenting teens/young adults age 16-24: life skills, parenting classes, financial literacy, free childcare, in-home visiting and counseling
College of Hope Ph: 425-353-8112; collegeofhope@housinghope.org
Free classes at various locations in SnoCo: parenting, life skills, financial literacy, emotional & social wellness, managing disabilities & executive function, and more - free childcare, transportation, and meals provided
ARLINGTON UW Medicine Maternal Fetal Clinic Phone: 844-657-4532
Read about the Financial Assistance or Hardship discounts and waivers; Services: pregnancy care and maternity support
BOTHELL New Ground Bothell Headquarters: (425) 869-6490; info@friendsofyouth.org
Pregnant/parenting young adults age 18-24: transitional housing up to 18 months with supportive case management services. Help with employment, finishing education, childcare, securing permanent housing, financial literacy, parenting classes, life skills
EVERETT Planned Parenthood Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Birth control, Primary Care, Abortion, HIV care, Men’s & Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Services
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (425) 312-0204
Services: Pharmacy, Health Education, Primary Care, Pregnancy Care
Sea Mar CHC - WIC Nutrition/Education Phone: (425) 258-8400
Services: WIC/Nutritional Education Services
LYNNWOOD Next Step NW Ph: 425-329-4569; info@nextstepnw.com; or use contact form
Free pregnancy tests, diagnostic ultrasounds, STD/STI tests, abortion information (no referrals provided)
Planned Parenthood Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Abortion, Birth Control, STD Services, Men’s/Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Svcs, LGBTQ+
MARYSVILLE Lifehouse Ministries 8825 34th Ave NE, Ste L-179; Ph: (360) 548-3177; info@lifehousewa.org
Weekly support group for young single mothers; classes for life skills, vocational training and career guidance, financial literacy, parenting strategies, relationship restoration; financial and material resources: clothing, hygiene, transportation, housing, legal, etc.
Planned Parenthood, 10210 State Ave. Phone: 800-769-0045
Services: Sexual health, Abortion, Birth Control, STD Services, Men’s & Women's Health Care, Pregnancy Services
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 653-1742
Services: Pregnancy care, Health Education, Primary Care
MILL CREEK UW Medicine Women's Clinic Phone: (206) 668-6644
Services: Pregnancy services, Mammograms, OBGYN, family planning, etc.
MONROE Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 282-3885
Services: Pregnancy services, Dental, Health Education, Primary Care
Sea Mar CHC - Maternity Support Services (MSS) Phone: (360) 282-3896
Services: Maternity Support Services only
Take the Next Step: Growing Together Contact sarah@ttns.org for more information or visit Facebook page
Parenting together support/counseling group for teen moms, available in both English and Spanish - 2nd/4th Tuesdays monthly
Take the Next Step: Life Skills Classes 202 S Sams St; Ph: (360) 794-1022; office@ttns.org
All ages; free childcare offered during classes; Tuesdays 6:45 - 8:15 PM

Prevention Services & Information

ORGANIZATION CONTACT
NATIONAL National Gang Center See Inquiries section for specific contact information by topic
What We Do: Video tutorials (ex.: Why Youth Join Gangs); tools, resources (ex.: Parents Guide to Gangs), trainings, consultation, assistance
WASHINGTON DCYF: Family Reconciliation Services Local Child Welfare Office (see all Snohomish County offices)
Services: Prevention of out-of-home placement through Short-term family counseling, crisis residential centers, referrals for substance abuse treatment/counsling and/or mental health treatment, short-term placement, and more
OSPI: Parents Guide to Gangs —-
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Youthnet NW Foster Care Inquiries: (360)420-2206; info@youthnetnw.net
Programs & Services: Foster care, Family time, Independent & Transitional living skills, Supplemental educational transition planning, In-home family services, Emerson Academy
Pioneer Human Services Must be referred by DCYF. Program Manager: 425-766-6019
Focus areas: Placement prevention, parenting assessment, family reunification, parental skill building, individual & family counseling, increasing home safety, problem solving
TRIBAL GOVERNMENT National Indian Child Welfare Association: About ICWA (Indian Child Welfare Act) See list of ICWA Tribal Agents for Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish, and Tulalip contacts
Services: Guide for parents who have come in contact with DCYF, as well as other useful information, like links to National Indian Legal Services
BOTHELL Childrens Home Society: North King 2611 N.E. 125th St., Suite 145; Ph: 206-364-7930
Services: Parent-Child Home Program helps parents w/ kids 16-30 months prepare for school through home visiting; parenting classes, workshops, support groups; parent & child activities; life skills classes
EVERETT Cocoon House: Prevention Ph: 425.317.9898; info@cocoonhouse.org; calendar of upcoming classes and drop-ins
Services: Parenting support and programming providing parent education to prevent teen/youth homelessness

Help for Youth in Crisis

AREA ORGANIZATION CONTACT
VARIOUS CRISES WASHINGTON Crisis Connections 24-hour Crisis Line: 866-427-4747; Teen Link: 866-833-6546; WA Recovery Help Line: 866-789-1511; WA Warm Line: 877-500-9276
Adult peer support, basic needs, emotional/crisis, substance use, teen support, support after suicide, veteran support
ARY (At-Risk Youth Petition) See pg. 1 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a ARY
To file petition, youth must meet 1 of 3 criteria: youth under 18 out of home without consent for 72 hours or more; behaving out of parental control, endangering their own or another's health or safety; has serious substance use problem
Parents/guardians may petition court while youth resides in home to establish court order mandating school attendance, remaining at home, abstinence from substance use, following curfews, and potentially other directives.
CHINS (Child in Need of Services Petition) See pg. 2 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a CHINS
Petition can be filed by parent/guardian, minor on own behalf, or DCYF, for minor's temporary out-of-home placement up to 9 months max. (cannot be with non-custodial parent), during which parent and minor are court-ordered to participate in counseling, treatment, visitation, etc.
See also: WA Court forms - ARY & CHINS petitions; Interpreter Services
Washington Law Help: Emancipation of Minors —–
WA Court forms: Emancipation; Chapter 13.64 RCW EMANCIPATION OF MINORS
ABUSE/NEGLECT SNOHOMISH COUNTY Juvenile Dependency Court Region 3 Child Protective Services (CPS): (866) 829-2153
Juvenile Dependency Flowchart; Parents of youth (ages 0–18) come to the attention of the Juvenile Dependency Court when CPS files court paperwork alleging abuse and/or neglect.
The petition must allege that the child is “dependent,” i.e.: a) abandoned by parent, guardian, other custodian; abused or neglected by person legally responsible for care; has no parent, legal guardian, or custodian capable of providing adequate care
Pertinent laws: RCW 13.34.040 - Dependency petition—Federal Indian Child Welfare Act; RCW 13.34.050 - Court order for child custody; WA Court forms - Shelter Care Proceedings; RCW 13.34.060 Shelter care; WA Court forms - Termination, Reinstatement of Parent-Child Relationship; RCW 13.34.180 - Petition & order terminating parent-child relationship; RCW 13.34.215 - Petition reinstating terminated parental rights; Interpreter Services
TRIBAL GOV'T National Indian Child Welfare Association: About ICWA (Indian Child Welfare Act) See list of ICWA Tribal Agents for Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish, and Tulalip contacts
Services: Guide for parents who have come in contact with DCYF, as well as other useful information, like links to National Indian Legal Services
SUBSTANCE USE WASHINGTON Teen Link 866-833-6546 (hotline - supports texting); online chat
Substance use/prevention support via phone, chat, and text lines available Monday - Friday between 2-10pm for parents, adults, and teens for questions and concerns about themselves or a teen they know.
Start Talking Now Questions? julee.christianson@hca.wa.gov
Information, resources, and advice for parents to engage their children in conversations about substance use prevention
SNOHOMISH COUNTY ARY (At-Risk Youth Petition) See pg. 1 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a ARY
To file petition, youth must meet 1 of 3 criteria: youth under 18 out of home without consent for 72 hours or more; behaving out of parental control, endangering their own or another's health or safety; has serious substance use problem
Parents/guardians may petition court while youth resides in home to establish court order mandating school attendance, remaining at home, abstinence from substance use, following curfews, and potentially other directives.
CHINS (Child in Need of Services Petition) See pg. 2 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a CHINS
Petition can be filed by parent/guardian, minor on own behalf, or DCYF, for minor's temporary out-of-home placement up to 9 months max. (cannot be with non-custodial parent), during which parent and minor are court-ordered to participate in counseling, treatment, visitation, etc.
See also: WA Court forms - ARY & CHINS petitions; Interpreter Services
HOMELESSNESS EVERETT Cocoon House: U-Turn Drop-in Center 3530 Colby Ave, Everett; Get Help 24/7: Call or text 425.877.5171 or email safeplace@cocoonhouse.org
For youth ages 13-24. Provides Showers, hot meal, laundry, bus and transportation, computers, music and resources. Hours: M-F 2:00 - 6:30 pm; Sat-Sun 10:00 - 1:00 pm
MENTAL HEALTH WASHINGTON Healing Lodge Ph: (509) 533-6910
Residential 90- to 120-day alcohol/drug culturally relevant treatment center for 13-17 y/o youth with focus on Native youth, but serving all
SNOHOMISH COUNTY DBHR Substance Use Disorder Youth Referral Guide See Table of Contents page for contacts
Contains referral and treatment information for youth in Snohomish County and Washington State. See also: DBHR Substance Use Disorder Parent Guide
ARY (At-Risk Youth Petition) See pg. 1 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a ARY
To file petition, youth must meet 1 of 3 criteria: youth under 18 out of home without consent for 72 hours or more; behaving out of parental control, endangering their own or another's health or safety; has serious substance use problem
Parents/guardians may petition court while youth resides in home to establish court order mandating school attendance, remaining at home, abstinence from substance use, following curfews, and potentially other directives.
CHINS (Child in Need of Services Petition) See pg. 2 of Brochure: Steps to file/obtain a CHINS
Petition can be filed by parent/guardian, minor on own behalf, or DCYF, for minor's temporary out-of-home placement up to 9 months max. (cannot be with non-custodial parent), during which parent and minor are court-ordered to participate in counseling, treatment, visitation, etc.
See also: WA Court forms - ARY & CHINS petitions; Interpreter Services
EVERETT Celebrate Recovery: Celebration Place, The Landing Rob & Michelle Hayden, Ph: 425-252-2188 - Tuesdays 6PM
Celebration Place: “Pre-covery” program for children ages 5-13 partnering with parents to break cyclic dysfunction in families. The Landing: Jr. High/High School student religion and youth-centered recovery program mirroring Celebration Place adult curriculum.
Therapeutic Health Services (THS): Youth & Family Services Ph: (425) 263-3006
Programs: Youth Substance Abuse, Youth Mental Health, Integrated Cognitive Therapies Program (ICTP), WISe-Wraparound Services; accepts Medicaid, sliding scale available
MARYSVILLE Celebrate Recovery: Celebration Place, The Landing Aaron Thompson, Ph: 360-651-1110 - Wednesdays 6PM
Celebration Place: “Pre-covery” program for children ages 5-13 partnering with parents to break cyclic dysfunction in families. The Landing: Jr. High/High School student religion and youth-centered recovery program mirroring Celebration Place adult curriculum.
MILL CREEK Celebrate Recovery: The Landing Daniel Carpenter, Ph: 425-582-2366 - Mondays 6PM
The Landing: Jr. High/High School student religion and youth-centered recovery program mirroring Celebration Place adult curriculum.
Mill Creek Family Services Ph: (425)357-9111, ext. 1; contact form; or use secure email button on page
Accepts private insurance only. Licensed therapy practice specializing in child, teen, and family counseling, including substance abuse.

Fostering, Adoption & Youth Advocacy

ORGANIZATION CONTACT
ADVOCACY —– —–
NATIONAL US Department of Health & Human Services: Children's Bureau Region 10: Seattle. Paula Bentz: paula.bentz@acf.hhs.gov; (206) 615-3662
Advises Commissioner of the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) on: Child abuse and neglect, Child protective services, Family preservation and support, Adoption, Foster care, Independent living
WASHINGTON Center for Children & Youth Justice: Safe Babies Court Team Zero to Three: 202-638-1144
More info: Safe Babies Plan; The Safe Babies Court Team Approach. This program is soon expanding statewide.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Office of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Ph: (425) 388-7854; CASA@snoco.org; or view brochure or apply
Part of the National CASA/GAL Model and WA Child Advocates Program; see overview here. Training provided.
FOSTERING —– —–
NATIONAL US Department of Health & Human Services: Children's Bureau Region 10: Seattle. Paula Bentz: paula.bentz@acf.hhs.gov; (206) 615-3662
Advises Commissioner of the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) on: Child abuse and neglect, Child protective services, Family preservation and support, Adoption, Foster care, Independent living
Child Welfare (sponsored by US Department of Health & Human Services) See contact information for various purposes
Provides information for parents, foster families, caregivers, and more
Foster Club Contact us
Training & education, outreach & peer support, young leaders, public policy & system change, resources
WASHINGTON DCYF: Become a Foster Parent Questions: 888-KIDS-414 (888-543-7414) or complete questionnaire to be contacted within 24-48 hours
Submit licensing applications to: Sheila McGowan, R3fosterparentinquiryteam@dcyf.wa.gov; Ph: 360.333.2029; Visit FAQs, publications, Guidelines, Laws & Rules, and AllianceCares for info & support
DCYF: Kinship Care Providers Call or visit local office, or complete form for 24-48 hour response
Training and support available through Alliance for Child Welfare; financial assistance may be available through DSHS or licensed foster care payments
Additional kinship care support: find financial help, peer support, navigators, support groups, health care, counseling, child care, and more
DSHS: Rights of Youth in Foster Care (Pub. 22-1632) —–
WA State Office of the Family & Children's Ombuds File a Complaint Online; or, if unable, call 206-439-3870, or mail to: The Office of the Family and Children’s Ombuds; 6840 Fort Dent Way, Suite 125; Tukwila, WA 98188
Independent and impartial office that helps citizens navigate WA state agencies serving children, youth and families. Investigates complaints about WA state agency’s actions or conduct (see more information at link above). Also see: DCYF Oversight Board
Treehouse for Kids Referrals must be submitted by DCYF or other case managers; 206.767.7000
Provides resources for foster youth and caregivers, other providers; educational advocacy trainings; financial support, tutoring, education support, and more
Washington Fosters (Washington Association for Children & Families) info@wachildrenandfamilies.org
Education, advocacy, and recruitment strategies for foster families and the general public
Community & Family Services Foundation Ph: 360-895-7889 or New Foster Parent inquiry form
Services offered: licensing, placement, receiving care, foster to adopt, wraparound services, case management, behavioral rehabilitation services, training
Secret Harbor Ph: (360) 755-5700 or use contact form
Programs for youth in foster care experiencing trauma: foster care, case aide program, residential treatment, in-home support
National Foster Parent Alliance (NFPA) Ph: 800-557-5238; Info@NFPAonline.org
NFPA Foster Child Bill of Rights; NFPA Foster Parent Code of Ethics; RCW 74.13.330: Responsibilities of Foster Parents; RCW 74.13.332: Rights of Foster Parents
NFPA: Coffee + Caregivers Support Group; Also provides resources, advocacy, and education for foster parents and youth
Foster Parent Alliance of Washington State Hotline: 800-391-2273
Resource, referral, and information sharing network; support groups and forums, training for foster parents, information about benefits and education for foster youth
iFoster 1-855-936-7837 or 530-550-9645; support@ifoster.org
Database of resources for education, employment, health, recreation, daily living, services, and opportunities for youth in foster care or aging out of care
SNOHOMISH COUNTY Youthnet NW Foster Care Inquiries: (360)420-2206; info@youthnetnw.net
Programs & Services: Foster care, Family time, Independent & Transitional living skills, Supplemental educational transition planning, In-home family services, Emerson Academy
Holt International Recruiter: 206.922.1515; fostercare@holtinternational.org; or request info or apply for foster care/adoption online
Services: Training, homestudies, foster matching, and after-placement support.
Hand in Hand: Foster Support Services Ph: (425) 374-2461; info@handinhandkids.org
Closet for kids age 0-17 in foster care providing clothes, shoes, hygiene supplies; family visitation services coordinated with DCYF at administrative office
Foster Hearts Request assistance or Apply for Foster Caregiver Liaison Services
Funding for clothing, car seats, toys, diapers, hygiene packs, care kits, food, activities, educational support; caregiver support and training, system navigation and more
MONROE Cascade Church: Treasure Chest 14377 Fryelands Blvd. SE; Ph: 360.794.4600; info@cascadechurch.org
Clothing, shoes, toys, and books for foster children 0-17 - Tuesdays 9:30AM - 11:30AM, or by appointment (LaVonne Clark at: orphancare@cascadechurch.org.)
The Sky Valley Fostering Together Foster Parent Support Group meets the second Friday of each month from 7-9pm at Cascade Church.
ADOPTION —– —–
NATIONAL US Department of Health & Human Services: Children's Bureau Region 10: Seattle. Paula Bentz: paula.bentz@acf.hhs.gov; (206) 615-3662
Advises Commissioner of the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) on: Child abuse and neglect, Child protective services, Family preservation and support, Adoption, Foster care, Independent living
US Department of Travel: Bureau of Consular Affairs See contact info by question/topic
Search for an Adoption Service Provider; about Adoption Service Providers
North American Council on Adoptable Children Ph: 651-644-3036; info@nacac.org (general); contacts by topic
Services: Training, information, support, advocacy for adoption, training for advocacy for youth and adults
American Adoption Congress Use contact form
Services: Education, legislation, advocacy, support for families and adopted children
WASHINGTON DCYF: Adoption Support Program Contact your local office
Services include medical and financial support, background checks, training, etc. Also see: steps to adoption, Post-Adoption Q&A, and more resources
Children's Home Society: Wendy's Wonderful Kids Courtney Angeles: 253-278-3745; courtney.angeles@chs-wa.org
National program of Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption encouraging adoption of foster children age 9+ with special needs - provides education, support, referrals to home study agencies
Northwest Adoption Exchange Ph: 800-927-9411; nwae@nwresource.org; Ayuda en Español — 206-812-1975
Services: Adoption of youth from foster care; home study, matching program; Find an Agency by state for adoption or foster care

Family Reunification & Custody

ORGANIZATION CONTACT
WASHINGTON DOC: Community Parenting Alternative Send apps to: DOCPSAlternative@doc.wa.gov or Parent Sentencing Alternative Dept, P.O. Box 41127; Olympia, WA 98504-1127. If you don't know the inmate's Classification Counselor, call HQ: (360) 725-8213
The Community Parenting Alternative (CPA) is a partial confinement program where eligible inmate participants reside in the community under electronic monitoring surveillance. It provides parents and their children reunification opportunities.
Washington Fosters: on Reunification —–
Bring Back the Dads/Community Caring Project - Parents Place Kathleen Griffin, Ph: 360-414-9212, kathiegriffin50@hotmail.com
Father-specific Services: supports fathers w/ open DCYF dependency case, navigation, reunification. Connects fathers with service providers and helps overcome barriers. Provides men's support groups, peer support, home visiting, individual counseling, essential needs
Fathers' Rights Movement washington@tfrm.us; Fathers' Rights Movement on Facebook
Father-specific Services: advocacy for rebuttable presumption of equal shared parenting, support for fathers in family court litigation, family community events, men's support groups, men's and family social activities
SNOHOMISH Hand in Hand: Foster Support Services Ph: (425) 374-2461; info@handinhandkids.org
Provides supervised family visitation during out-of-home placement at administrative offices
Family Drug Treatment Court Coordinator: Edmund Smith: Edmund.Smith@snoco.org; (425) 388-7887 (intake)
See Brochure: Voluntary court program designed to help parents with substance abuse problems who have open DCYF dependency cases.
Children's Home Society: Parents for Parents Kristina Jorgensen; Ph: (425) 388-7800
Parents for Parents program connects parents who have successfully navigated the child welfare system to parents who have recently become engaged with Child Protective Services.
YWCA: Parents for Parents Ph: 425.258.2766 x234
Two classes, Dependency 101 and 201; serves parents newly engaged in a DCYF dependency case in Snohomish County
Pioneer Human Services Must be referred by DCYF. Program Manager: 425-766-6019
Focus areas: Placement prevention, parenting assessment, family reunification, parental skill building, individual & family counseling, increasing home safety, problem solving

Programs & Resources for Youth in Foster Care

Programs

SERVICE ORGANIZATION HOW TO APPLY
WASHINGTON TRAINING Independent Living Program Referral by DCYF case worker
The IL program is voluntary and is open to all youth who meet eligibility. The youth can be anywhere on the spectrum of transitioning to adulthood. See link for more info.
HOUSING Transitional Living Program Self-referral: contact YouthNet, Sara Rylaarsdam, srylaarsdam@youthnetnw.net
For current or former foster youth ages 18-23rd birthday (see further criteria at link above)
Extended Foster Care Contact DCYF case manager or 866-363-4276
The Extended Foster Care program is for young adults who were dependents of Washington State at 18: voluntary agreement to continue receiving foster care services, including placement, while working on goals towards independence.

Resources & Information

DSHS: Rights of Youth in Foster Care (Pub. 22-1632)

Your Life, Your Rights: A guide for youth in foster care, ages 12+

Independence: For Washington State Foster Youth: A website with information and resources for Foster youth transitioning from Foster care to adulthood

Foster Club: A website and organization connecting and engaging current and former Foster youth to promote training, education, advocacy, policy & systems change, and provide resources.


Justice-Involved Youth

Minor Offenses, Minimal Records

The Snohomish County Juvenile Court handles youth trials and sentencing for offenses and crimes committed by youth under 18, including:

  • Diversion
  • Probation
  • Truancy
  • Special Sex Offender Treatment (SSODA)
  • Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health Disposition (SUDMHD)

For first and minor offenses, first steps may include Probation Services or Diversion Agreements. See more in this Juvenile Justice Booklet and the WA Courts Juvenile Offense proceedings page.

For more serious offenses, youth may be referred to Detention Services.

Interpreter Services are always provided at the Snohomish County Juvenile Court if needed.

Serious Crimes, Extensive History

Youth referred to Juvenile Rehabilitation (DCYF) by the Juvenile Court are typically at highest-risk, and have committed serious crimes, or have accrued an extensive criminal history.

Services include (but are not limited to):

Community Liaisons in Snohomish County:

    • Snohomish Youth Residential Homes: Director: 360-659-9139
    • Male youth age 13-18 who are struggling with severe emotional, behavioral and/or psychiatric problems; must be referred by DCYF.
    • Three residences in Snohomish County - all serve adjudicated youth sex offenders (depending on level)
    • SERVICES:
      • Behavioral Rehabilitation Services (BRS) therapy
      • Counseling to help youth admit and take responsibility for actions
      • Classes to examine aggression, learn empathy and adopt appropriate responses
      • Structured daily schedule
      • Independent living skill classes
      • Individual and group therapy

Team Child will provide free legal services to any youth involved with Juvenile Rehabilitation services in Washington state. They also provide advocacy, legal guidance, and tutorials.

See the Free Legal Services for Youth in DCYF’s Juvenile Rehabilitation facilities flyer.

Need help sealing your juvenile records?


Resource Pages

ParentHelp123 - Database for finding help, resources, and information in Washington State powered by Within Reach WA

Snohomish County: Resources for Youth and Their Families

Amara

  • Amara is committed to positive long-term outcomes for children and families. We promote healing, racial and LGBTQ+ equity, and transformation of our child welfare system into a family well-being system by:
    • Offering programs and services to families engaged with foster care and adoption
    • Offering programs and services to adoptees and families, post-adoption
    • Driving systemic change

WA Fatherhood Council: Fatherhood Resources in Washington

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