Community Services
Upskilling and training for a new career at NWC-Connect.org.
For unemployment insurance benefits and re-employment services contact Employment Security Department (ESD)
In need of medical or food assistance?
Check out Department of Social and Health Services programs.
Injured on the job? Ready to return to work?
Connect with Labor and Industries (L & I).
If you have a disability and want to work, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) may be able help you.
Thinking about going to school? Upgrading your skills?
Check out our local Community & Technical Colleges: Bellingham Technical College, Skagit Valley College and Whatcom Community College.
Are you 16-24? Thinking about a job or potential career?
Cascades Job Corps College and Career Academy has select training available.
Labor Market Information
Jobs and Training Programs - Washington State Training Programs
O'Net Online - O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of occupations for use by job seekers
Researching Careers - Washington State Labor Market Data
Support for Unemployed Workers
Apply for Unemployment - step by step guide for applying for unemployment
Washington Health Plan Finder - Special Enrollment - 60-day enrollment period if you lost coverage
How to Apply for DSHS Programs - healthcare, long-term support, food benefits, cash, childcare assistance and more
WIOA IB Dislocated Worker Program - assistance with training and job search to obtain full-time employment
Bellingham Technical College - areas of study, financial aid, where to start and more
Skagit Valley College - areas of study, financial aid, where to start and more
Whatcom Community College - Worker Retraining
TAA - or where to find other benefits which may be available to you. Certain eligibility criteria may apply. Ask us!
Unemployment Benefits - FAQs and filing instructions
WorkSource Resources for Veterans - priority access to services/programs to help you find a job or launch a new career
WorkSource Fact Sheet - summary of services available
WorkSource Menu of Services - introduction to services and local office contact info