Ferndale
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Local offices in Ferndale
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
City of Ferndale Utility Billing
2095 Main Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
Help here
- Utility bills and billing helpContact Utility Billing to pay a city utility bill or ask for help understanding the charges.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofferndale.org
Older adults · County office
Ferndale Senior Activity Center
1999 Cherry Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
Help here
- Senior activities and supportOlder adults can visit for community, recreation, wellness activities, and support.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on whatcomcounty.us
State office · State office
Auto Licensing of Ferndale
1740 La Bounty Drive, Suite 4, Ferndale, WA 98248
Help here
- Vehicle licensingVisit this licensing office for vehicle title and registration services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dol.wa.gov
Library · Regional office
Ferndale Library
2125 Main Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use other library services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on wcls.org
Local office · City office
Ferndale City Hall
2095 Main Street, Ferndale, WA 98248
Help here
- City services and informationVisit or contact City Hall for help finding city services and information.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofferndale.org
City of Ferndale, Washington website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Ferndale
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Lifeline
815 South 96th Street, Seattle, WA 98108
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Northwest Justice Project
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
The Opportunity Council
1419 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225-5039
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Whatcom County
Ferndale is in Whatcom County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · State office
Bellingham Child Support Outstation Office
4101 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA 98226
Help here
- Child support servicesGet information and help with a child support case.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
State office · State office
Bellingham Community Services Office
4101 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA 98226
Help here
- Food and cash benefitsApply for food or cash benefits, complete an interview, or submit benefit documents at the office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov
Human services · County office
Whatcom County Health and Community Services
509 Girard Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information and help with public health programs, disease prevention, and health services.
- Behavioral health resourcesFind local behavioral health care and support, including help for people without insurance.Read more
- Childhood and adult vaccinesSchedule no-cost vaccine appointments for children and uninsured adults.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on whatcomcounty.us
Courts and legal help · County office
Whatcom County Law Library
311 Grand Avenue, Courthouse Suite B-06, Bellingham, WA 98225
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal research materials and get referrals to other legal resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on whatcomcounty.us
Older adults · Regional office
Northwest Regional Council
600 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA 98225
Help here
- Aging and disability resourcesGet information and help finding in-home care, long-term care coverage, and caregiver support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nwrcwa.org
Veterans · County office
Whatcom County Veterans Services
509 Girard Street, Lower Level, Bellingham, WA 98225
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceGet help with veterans benefit claims, referrals, and emergency financial assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on whatcomcounty.us
Washington programs by kind of help
These are run by Washington and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Washington 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988