Where to Turn for Support

Support systems play a vital role in overall well-being. Below is a list of resources links available in Clark County that may help meet a variety of needs. We strive to keep this list updated so it remains as accurate and helpful as possible.

Please note that while Real Life Counseling (RLC) does not directly partner with or endorse any of the organizations listed, this page is intended to serve as a hub for community-based support options available to you.

None of the listed resources are affiliated with RLC; however, our providers may interact with several of them in various professional capacities throughout the year.

Addiction
Transportation
Juvenile Justice
Developmental Delay
Dentistry
Occupational Therapy

Food Support
Advocacy
After School Support for Children
Legal Support

Mental Health Crisis Related Services

Clark County Crisis Line-  (800) 626-8137

Crisis Texting Hotline - Text “HOME” to 741741

Youth Mobilization Crisis Intervention - (800) 626-8137

Adult Mobilization Crisis Intervention - (800) 626-8137

Lifeline Connections - (800) 604-0025

988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 988

Firearm and Medication Safe Storage Virtual Decision Making Safety Planner

988 Washington State Mental Health Crisis Support - Call or Text 988

Birchstone Mental Health Urgent Care (Vancouver, WA) - Urgent Care for Mental Health Crisis

Eating Disorder Support

Domestic Violence Support

YWCA SafeChoice Domestic Violence Program - (360) 695-0501

Juvenile Justice

Clark County Juvenile Justice Center - (360) 397-2201 | 500 W. 11th Street Vancouver, WA 98666

Navigating the Juvenile Justice System: A Handbook for Juveniles and Their Families

Occupational Therapy & Pain Management

Strive Northwest | Speech, Occupational Therapies

Legacy Salmon Creek Clinic | Outpatient Rehabilitation

Advanced Pediatric Therapies - Occupational Therapy

Pain Management Self Care- University of Michigan Pain Management Website

After School Support for Children

Boys and Girls Club | Bright Futures Start Here - (360) 313-5690

KinderCare | Daycare, Preschool & Early Education in Vancouver - 888-525-2780

YMCA After School Programs - Provided at a variety of schools in Vancouver

Kids Summer Camps - List of several types of summer camps for kids (The Columbian)

Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Home Buying Assistance)

Council for the Homeless - Rental Assistance

Vancouver Housing Authority

Eviction Help/Support

Clark County Rental Assistance Programs

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington - Also known as the Vancouver Women's foundation that provides one time grants to women for housing support

Washington Connection - Washington State application for state and local resources, including food, housing, rent relief, disability support

Health Insurance

Washington Health Exchange | Apply Now

Health Plan Finder

Molina Member Services

Developmental Delay Resources

Aging and Disability

Developmental Delay Administration | (360) 418-6108 | 907 Harney Street Suite 200 Vancouver WA 98660

PEACE & Parent Coalition | Darla Helt - Director: (360) 823-2247 | darlah@ccparentcoalition.org | 9414 NE Fourth Plain BLVD Vancouver WA

Amazing Moms

Autism Empowerment

Autism Society of Washington

Ben's Fund - Autism Grant

Special Celebrations - Special Celebrations is a group hosted by PEACE NW led by parent volunteers creating inclusive events for individuals who experience a disability or special need and their families to live a full and meaningful life w/ friendship, support and community

ABA Providers

(Applied Behavior Analysis - Autism Specific Therapy)

Basics Northwest

Children’s Intensive Therapy NW

CARD - Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Discovery Behavior Solutions

PBSC

Formations Behavior Therapy

Autism  & Developmental Delay Assessments

Thrive

OHSU

Adventure Psychological Services (Adult Assessment for ASD and ADHD)

Food Support 

Local Food Pantries

Washington Connection - Washington State application for state and local resources, including food, housing, rent relief, disability support

DSHS - EBT

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes make ends meet by providing monthly benefits to buy food

SNAP Produce Match Program   Earn more SNAP dollars at qualifying in person and virtual grocery stores

Legal Support 

Washington Law Help 

Free Legal Support (Limited)

Northwest Justice Project | 888-201-1015

Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

Educational Resources

PAVE & Additional Education Support

Partners for Action, Voices for Empowerment (Visit Website) - PAVE provides support, training, information and resources
to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities in Washington. 

PEACE - Special Education Support -Director Darla Helt

IEP & 504's

What is an IEP or 504 Plan and what should I know? 

How do I access an IEP for my child? - Individual Education Plan Guidance

Family Community Resource Centers

Most Schools have one of these - they assist in providing basic needs for children attending their school (see example)

Any resource center has a director that can assist a family in accessing their nearby FCRC (Family Community Resource Center)

DSHS Support & Vocational Resources

Your Rights Dealing with DSHS

DSHS Access

Department of Vocational Rehab - Vancouver, WA Office Phone: 360-397-9960   Address: 800 NE 136th Ave Suite 130 Vancouver, WA 98684 Website: Division of Vocational Rehab

The Val Ogden Center for Vocational Rehab - Phone: (360) 253-4036  Address: 10201 NE Fourth Plain Blvd Vancouver, WA 98662 

WorkSource Washington- Free in person and virtual support with resumes and cover letters, labor source information, hiring events and more

Veterans Support

Veterans Support with Depression - Veterans who can use their benefits to receive care/support for depression

Veterans Guide - Guide to accessing and using Veterans Benefits

afdas - Alternative PTSD Therapies for Veterans

Transportation

CTRAN

Have discounted monthly passes for students and others with disabilities (including mental health-related)

Visit CTRAN Website

Community in Motion - Free, Non-Emergency Medical transport for medically related Appointments (e.g. doctor, dental, mental health, labs/imaging, medically related specialists) for those with Medicaid

Dentistry

Must Love Kids

Under the Sea Dentistry for Kids

Deluna Dentistry

Battle Ground Kids Dentist - A Children's Dentist