• Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) - Referrals, community outreach and dental care coordination for eligible families.
  

• Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Island County - Non-profit organization whose mission is to "create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth."

• Compass Health – Mental health services and children's intensive services.

• Citizens Against Violence & Sexual Abuse (CADA) - Free, confidential, 24/7 support for Island County residents.

• Child Care Aware of Washington - Find quality child care in your community.

• ECEAP Program – Skagit Valley College – Comprehensive early childhood education program to support healthy childhood development for children 3-5.

• Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) - Resources and information to support children with food allergies. 

• Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund - Assistance with unexpected medical costs for South Whidbey residents (serving zip codes 98236, 98260, 98249, and 98253).

• Healthy Youth Initiative - Scholarships to children and youth to help with the costs of participating in organized physical activities.

• Health Care Authority - Find a Provider - Searchable directory for healthcare providers and dentists accepting Apple Health

• Human Services - Early Childhood and Parent Support Program - Meets the needs of Island County parents and caregivers and their birth to 5-year-olds as they work to create healthy environments for optimal social and emotional growth and development

• Immunizations -  Information to make educated choices about immunizations to protect your and your family's health.
  

• Learn the Signs. Act Early - Track your child's development and act early if you have a concern.
  

• Macaroni KID - Events and activities for children and families.

• Making Life Work - The Stanwood-Camano Online Resource Hub is a hyper-local well-being resource, created in partnership with Providence Institute for a Healthier Community. 

• Maternal Mental Health Hotline - 24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish, from Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA). Call 1-833-HELP4MOMS

• Mother Mentors - Non-profit that brings families and volunteers together to provide support to families with young children from birth to 5 years, free of charge.

• New Baby, New Family - Island County home visiting program providing supportive nursing care for pregnant women and new families.

• Operation Supplement Safety - Resource for checking safety of over the counter supplements.

• Opportunity Council of Island County – Information and referrals, energy assistance, EBT card application assistance, supportive services for vets, housing and employment assistance.

• Parent Help 123 - Find local services, apply for health insurance, food assistance and more.

• Parent Trust - Parenting classes and help line for support.

• Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Group - (PEHSU) Information about protecting children from environmental hazards.

• Protect Kids from Toxic Chemicals - Guidelines for preventing toxic chemical exposures.
  

• Positive Parenting Tips - Learn about your child's development, positive parenting, safety, and health at each stage of your child's life.
  

• Readiness to Learn - Whidbey Island non-profit organization that helps each child reach their potential, working in partnership with schools and community organizations.

• Safe to Sleep - Learn how to help your baby sleep safely and reduce your baby's risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death.

• SEA-MAR Behavioral Health Services – Community-based behavioral health services, serving low-income, underserved, and uninsured communities.

• Sherwood Community Services - Sherwood provides support and services for children and adults with disabilities on Camano Island.

• Steps (formerly Toddler Learning Center) - Non-profit providing therapy, education, and parenting support for children 0-36 months with developmental delays.

• Text4Baby - Free text messaging service for pregnant women and new moms.

• Tips for Better Sleep (CDC) - Good sleep habits (sometimes referred to as “sleep hygiene”) can help you get a good night’s sleep.

• Vroom - Science based tips and tools to help parents and caregivers give children a great start in life.

• Washington Search 2-1-1 - Searchable directory for food access and other local programs and services.

• Whidbey Women's Clinic - Non-profit support for pregnant women and families in Oak Harbor.

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Island County - Nutrition education, health screenings, and assistance for pregnant women and families.

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) - Naval Air Station WIC program.

• Working Connections Childcare (DSHS) - Financial assistance with childcare for qualifying families.

Foodbanks and Meal Programs

• Food Lifeline - Non-profit providing nutritious foods to families in Western Washington.
  

• Good Cheer Foodbank - Access to healthy foods on South Whidbey Island.
  

• Gifts from the Heart Foodbank - Providing food access from Coupeville location.

• North Whidbey Help House - Stand-alone foodbank serving Oak Harbor and North Whidbey.
  

• Oak Harbor Summer Meal Program - Program that provides free meals to children 18 years and under during the summer season in Oak Harbor.

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Resources

• SNAP Market Match - Shoppers who use SNAP/EBT benefits can stretch their food budget to buy more fruits and vegetables with SNAP Market Match at participating farmers markets! Use the link to search Island County markets.

• SNAP Produce Match - Stretch SNAP/EBT benefits to buy more fruits and vegetables with SNAP Market Match at participating grocery stores! Use the link to search Island County stores participating in this program.

• Stanwood Camano Summer Meal Program - Program that provides free meals to children 18 years and under during the summer season in Stanwood and Camano.
  

• Stanwood Camano Foodbank - Food access for Stanwood and Camano residents.

• Whidbey Island Nourishes - A non-profit organization dedicated to nourishing youth on South Whidbey Island.
  

Cooking Videos, Tips, & Recipes

• A Bite of SNAP-Ed Recipe Cards - Quick, easy, tasty and healthy recipes.

• Dr. Yum Recipes - Non-profit that helps overcome barriers to eating well. Check out their great recipes, cooking videos, and other resources!

• HAVE A PLANT. Fruits & Veggies for Better Health - Find nutrition and storage information for fruits and veggies. Discover a new recipe for your cooking style and grow your knowledge with expert advice.

• Healthy Eating for Infants - Guidance on food introduction and healthy eating for infants.

• Healthy Eating on a Budget - Eating healthy doesn't have to be expensive. Tips and materials to make healthy choices while staying within your budget.

• Food Hero - Nutrition recipes, activities, tips, and resources.

• MyPlate - Tips, recipes, and resources for healthy eating. Find kitchen inspiration by checking out MyPlate - Videos. Find tips for picky eaters and learn more about Healthy Eating for Preschoolers.
  

• Old Ways - Non-profit providing recipes and resources for cultural food traditions. Learn about the Mediterranean Diet and the Latin American Heritage Diet, and learn about the health benefits.
  

• Seasonal Produce Guide - Explore seasonal fruits and vegetables.

• SNAP Food Assistance - Washington State Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS) supplemental nutrition assistance program.

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Breastfeeding Resources

• Breastfeeding Coalition of Washington
  

• Lactation, Breastfeeding, and Chestfeeding - DOH
  

• Learn why breastfeeding is important from the American Academy of Pediatrics

• Learning how to breastfeed (WIC USDA)

• Common breastfeeding challenges (Women's Health)

• Common questions about breastfeeding and pain (Women's Health)

• Frequently Asked Questions about breastfeeding (CDC)

• New Baby, New Family - Island County home visiting program providing supportive nursing care for pregnant women and new families.

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Island County - Breastfeeding support for qualifying mothers.

Community Resources

• The Camano Center - Community center that connects, enriches, and supports the Camano community.
  

• Community Resource Center of Stanwood Camano - Family and community programs and supportive services.

• Island County Human Services - Behavioral health support, Veteran's assistance, and housing support.

• Island Transit - Offers free rides on Whidbey & Camano Islands Mon-Sat.

• New Leaf - Non-profit organization promoting employment for adults with disabilities in Oak Harbor.

• Ryan's House for Youth - Non-profit organization serving youth and young adults ages 12-24 experiencing homelessness in Island County. 

• South Whidbey Community Center - Center for recreation, education, and social services.

• SPiN Cafe - Non-profit serving people who are experiencing homelessness on Whidbey Island, including sack meals.

• Sno-Isle Libraries - Community libraries serving Whidbey & Camano Islands, providing community events, classes, and resources.

• Whidbey Island Homeless Coalition - Non-profit serving people who are experiencing homelessness on Whidbey Island.

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For Providers

• ACES Provider Toolkit - Screening & responding to the impact of ACEs and Toxic Stress.
  

• Communicable Disease Resources

• Chronic Disease Resources

• Disabilities and Special Healthcare Needs Publications

• Infant Mortality Reduction Report
  

• Pregnancy, Infants and Children Publications

• Watch Me Grow Washington (formerly Child Profile Health Promotion)

• Bright Futures - Guidelines for Health Supervision of Infants, Children, and Adolescents, 4th Edition.

• Healthy Child Care (American Academy of Pediatrics)

• Healthy Eating Research - Research for strategies and policy to promote healthy eating.
  

• Help Me Grow WA - Resource and referral linkage system

• National Maternal Child Oral Health Resource Center

• National Resource Center for Child Care and Early Education

• Newborn Screening

• Oral Health Promotion Materials

• Operation Supplement Safety - Resource for checking safety of over the counter supplements.

• Parents and Families - Services and Resources

• Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Group (PEHSU) - Healthcare provider information about protecting children from environmental hazards.

• Reach Out and Read Washington - Works with medical clinics to promote early childhood literacy.

• Start Early Washington - Early learning programs and support.

• Strengthening Families Washington - Department of Children, Youth & Families program whose main focus is helping families become stronger.

• Zero To Three - Infant and Toddler development.