Children & Adolescence

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Locations of Our Organizations: Local Government: Whatcom County Juvenile Court Administration 311 Grand Ave # 501Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 Federal Government: National School Lunch Program 3400 Hollywood Ave. Bellingham WA 98225-1134 2020 Cornwall Ave.Bellingham, WA 98225-3698 State Government: Department of Social and Health Services: Children’s Administration 1720 Ellis St, Suite #100 Bellingham, WA 98225 Non-Profit/Non-Governmental: Rebound of Whatcom County 1405 North Forest StreetBellingham, WA 98225-4504 For-Profit: A Child’s Life Learning Center 3210 Meridian StreetBellingham, WA 98225 http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=213861915599855805442.0004b0693da4b43ddff39&msa=0&ll=48.776612,-122.497473&spn=0.032523,0.084543&mid=1320093349

National School Lunch Program Federal Government

National School Lunch Program • 101,000 public and non profit private schools and residential child care institutions. • 31 million children are fed each school day. • In 1998, after school snacks were added to children participating in after school activities. 50% of students in after school activities qualify. • MISSION STATEMENT: • The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day • USDA( U.S. Department of Agriculture) funds program. Food and Nutrition Services. • Students must apply through school.

National School Lunch Program QUALIFICATIONS: • Children with family incomes below 130% of the poverty level = FREE • Family incomes 130-185% of poverty line= Reduced Lunches $0.40 • Must serve lunches that meet Federal requirements -30% of calories from fat and less 10% saturated fat -One third Recommended Dietary Allowances of protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Iron, Calcium and calories

Department of Social and Health Services: Children’s Administration State Government

DSHS: Children Administration Core Values: • Excellence in Service • Respect • Collaboration and partnership • Diversity • Accountability Mission Statement: • To improve the safety and health of individuals, families, and communities by providing leadership and establishing and participating in partnerships.

DSHS: Children Administration • History: • State Government Agency • 1970: Department of Social Health and Services created to unify social services • 1978: Congress passes Indian Child Welfare Act • Services/Programs: • Adoption Program • Indian Child Welfare Services • HOPE Centers and Responsible Living Skills Programs • Crisis & Secure Crisis Residential Centers • Family Reconciliation Services (FRS) • Family Preservation Services (FPS) • Intensive Family Preservation Services (IFPS) Client Base: • Families • Children

Adolescent Youth in Foster Care Services: • Independent Living Services • Transition to Independence Programs • Responsible Living Skills Program • Intensive Resource Services • Educational Advocacy Program • Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program • Foster Care to 21 Service DSHS: Children Administration

Whatcom County Juvenile Court Administration Local Government

Whatcom County Juvenile Court Administration We promote public safety and accountability by strengthening the bonds between youth and the community. We provide opportunities for youth to interact with the community in positive ways, and teach youth skills to help them with daily interactions. We believe that crime is an act against the victim and the community, and the offender is directly accountable to the victim, the community and themselves. Through our programs, we are committed to enabling offenders to make amends to their victim and the community, and develop skills to help build self-confidence. Purpose:

Whatcom County Juvenile Court Administration • Programs: • Aggression Replacement Training • Community Links • Day Reporting • Functional Family Therapy • Service Learning • Work Crew • Client Base • Juveniles under 18 who have committed a crime • Non-offender cases such as truancy or at-risk youth • Child in need of services • Classes/Workshops: • Dealing with Conflict • Theft Class • Victim Offender Impact Competency Education (VOICE) Class

http://reboundwc.org/ Rebound of Whatcom County Bringing Hope & Healing (Nonprofit)

Rebound of Whatcom County:Bringing Hope & Healing Client Base: • Families • Kids Mission Statement: • Rebound’s vision is that children and families in Whatcom County would thrive and succeed and be active recipients and contributors in a supportive community. We are committed to providing programs, relationships, and resources that create positive, sustained change. Programs: • C.H.A.T. • On Track Parenting Enrichment • Compass • Flying Colors After Care Tutoring • Ray of Hope

“At a critical time in their lives, when they require nurturing, some children experience violent acts of anger, sexual and emotional abuse. Their families are shattered by the effects of substance abuse, domestic violence, divorce, as well as the unresolved grief and poverty that accompany the reality the experience. “ • Rebound operates with a mission to connect families, churches, and community. • Rebound deals with an at-risk population of children including many who have experienced repeated failure in social settings including school, day-care settings and social services. Rebound of Whatcom County Nonprofit

http://achildslifedaycare.com A Child’s Life Learning Center (For Profit)

A Child’s Life Learning Center Creating a community-oriented environment where children are respected, nurtured, encouraged, and valued To provide a partnership with parents, offering support whenever needed and confidence that their child is receiving top childcare We believe that God creates each child, and we realize the importance of building a relationship with their Creator as well as with peers, caregivers, and parents Mission Statement:

A Child’s Life Learning Center • Who They Serve: • Toddlers and young children • Their parents • Their caregivers • Primary Services: • Learning center • Preschool learning • Daycare services for toddlers • History: • Been in business for 8 years • A for-profit agency http://achildslifedaycare.com

References: A Child’s Life Learning Center. Retrieved from http://achildslifedaycare.com Rebound of Whatcom County. (2009) Retrieved fromhttp://reboundwc.org Washington State Department of Social and Health Service (n.d.). A history ofhuman services. Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/history.shtml Washington State Department of Social and Health Service (n.d.). About children’s. Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca/about/abStructure.asp Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. (n.d.). About us. Retrieved fromhttp://www.dshs.wa.gov/aboutus/

References: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. (n.d.). Adolescent services.Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca/services/srvAdlsFAQ.asp Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. (n.d.). Adoption. Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca/adopt/index.asp Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. (n.d.). DSHS strategic plan-2011-2013. Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ppa/strategic.shtml Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. (n.d.). Indian child welfare services. Retrieved from http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ca/services/srvICW.asp

Children & Adolescence