Pregnancy Connections Nurse
Call or text the Pregnancy Connections Nurse at 360-770-7743 to ask questions, receive guidance, and learn about classes and other supports. Visit HelpMeGrow Skagit for more information and services.
Kindergarten Readiness
Learn 10 ways to support your child's kindergarten readiness.
Developmental Preschool
SPARC (Skagit Preschool and Resource Center) is a neurodevelopment center that provides educational, therapeutic, and related services to children from birth to five years of age of all abilities. They specialize in neuromuscular or developmental delays, disorders, or chronic medical conditions.
Head Start Preschool
Skagit/Islands Head Start provides early learning environments for children from birth through age 5.
Find a Dentist
DentistLink is a non-profit organization that will connect you with a Washington state dentist for the dental care you need to be healthy. They provide assistance whether or not you are insured.
Immunizations
For information on vaccinations for all ages, visit the WA State Department of Health's Immunization webpage. Access your family's immunization records online here.
Family Planning
Mount Baker Planned Parenthood provides services in Mount Vernon, Bellingham, and Friday Harbor.
Health Insurance – WA Apple Health
Ask WIC staff about getting connected to a Health Care Authority representative for assistance. You can read about health insurance options on the ParentHelp123 website.
Fruit & Veggie Prescription Program (FVRx)
Skagit FVRx is a free, year-long healthy eating program that supports folks with vouchers (FVRx Bucks) to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. The program also provides supporting nutrition education and connections to local resources for healthy eating and active living. The program begins every January and runs for a full year. Materials and support are
Basic Food (also known as SNAP)
Basic Food provides monthly benefits on an EBT card to purchase groceries. It can be used in addition to the WIC benefits you are receiving. United General District 304 can help you with the application process. Visit our Basic Food webpage for eligibility information and to apply.