Family Help in Washington: Helping Resources

Take an honest look at your child's behavior and family situation.
Become informed of your child's issues.
Network the resources listed on the Family Help pages and throughout the Focus website to find referrals to mental health services and supportive programs.
Follow through on professional advice and treatment plans.
Build a support system from family, friends, self-help groups, and your place of worship.

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Washington State Information

Hotlines & Helplines - Programs & Services

Self-Help & Support Groups

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1-866-620-1418

MOUNT CARMEL YOUTH RANCH

Christian-based short-term and long-term outdoor therapeutic programs for boys, ages 12-18

1-866-971-3322

RE-CREATION RETREAT

Therapeutic boarding school

for girls, ages 13-17,

with year-round enrollment

435-691-0856

COLT SCHOOLS

Christian outdoor programs

for youth, ages 12-18

406-722-2658

EAGLE VALLEY RANCH

Residential treatment center

for girls, ages 12-17

Scholarships available

1-866-514-4744

RED ROCK CANYON SCHOOL

Residential treatment center

for youth, ages 12-17,

with year-round enrollment

1-800-635-4441

FALCON RIDGE RANCH

Residential treatment program

for girls, ages 12-17,

with year-round enrollment

1-866-968-4673

CEDAR BREAKS ACADEMY

Residential treatment center

for girls, ages 12-17,

with year-round enrollment

1-800-793-7401

BONNEVILLE CANYON RETREAT

Life skills learning center

for young men, ages 18 and over

1-866-800-9517

NEW HOPE

21-day outdoor and wilderness camps

held each month throughout the year

417-683-9793

FUTURE MEN

Christian residential program

for young men, ages 16-20,

with year-round enrollment

417-546-4171

Helping Resources

Aspergers Northwest

206-782-2232

Seattle-area community of individuals, family members, and friends whose lives are touched by Asperger Syndrome. Visit Asperger Syndrome.

Autism Society of Washington

253-572-5203

1-888-279-4968

Support and education for those with autism, Asperger Syndrome and other aspects of Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), family, friends, and the professionals who serve them. Visit Asperger Syndrome.

Brain Injury Association of Washington

1-800-523-5438

Provides support to survivors of brain injury and their families, education, and advocacy. Visit Family Health.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - Greater Seattle

206-748-1577

Affiliated with the National Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, this organization provides information and support groups for all persons with depression or bipolar disorder (manic depression) and their friends and family. Visit Bipolar Disorder.

Family and Friends of Missing Persons & Violent Crime Victims

1-800-346-7555 24-Hour

Crime victim support and advocacy organization that offers offers a 24-hour crisis line, one-to-one crisis intervention, monthly peer support groups, courtroom support and referrals to other victims rights organizations nationwide. Visit Runaways & Missing Children and Teen Violence.

Learning Disabilities Association of Washington

425-882-0792

Services and support to improve the quality of life for individuals and families affected by learning and attentional disabilities. Visit ADD & ADHD and Learning Disabilities.

NAMI - Greater Seattle

206-783-9264

1-800-782-9264

Advocacy, public education, information and referral, and self-help support groups. Visit Personality Disorders.

Parent Trust of Washington

1-800-932-4673

206-233-0139 Seattle

Resources and information for parents and families. Visit Parenting Teens.

STOMP (Specialized Training of Military Parents)

1-800-5-PARENT

Federally-funded Parent Training and Information Center established to assist Washington military families who have children with special education or health needs. Visit Special Education.

Tourette Syndrome Association -- Washington State Chapter

206-781-9035

Information, support and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and its related conditions. Visit Tourette Syndrome.

Violent Death Bereavement Society

206-223-6398

Information and training for service providers of loved ones and family members after violent death. Visit Grief and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Washington Homeschool Organization

425-251-0439

Serves the diverse interests of home-based education in Washington State through advocacy and by helping homeschooling parents network with each other and their community, answering homeschool questions, and supporting parents in creating the most successful homeschooling experience possible. Visit Universal Education.

Washington PAVE

253-565-2266

1-800-5-PARENT

Information and resources with people whose lives are linked to children and adults with disabilities. Visit Special Education.

Washington Protection & Advocacy System

206-324-1521 Seattle

1-800-562-2702

Free advocacy services to people with disabilities in Washington. Visit Special Education.

Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse

1-800-662-9111

Visit Drugs & Teen Substance Abuse.

Washington State Missing Children Clearinghouse

1-800-543-5678

If your child is missing, please contact your local law enforcement agency to file an initial missing person report. Local law enforcement must be notified before MCC can become involved. Visit Runaways & Missing Children.

Washington Violence Against Women Network

1-800-562-6025

The mission is to raise awareness and enhance services for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking. Visit Abuse and Teen Dating Violence.

WATCH (Washington Association of Teaching Christian Homes)

425-956-3282

Volunteer-driven, service oriented ministry to homeschooling families in the state of Washington. Visit Universal Education.