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Community Resources
Lopez Island resources
LOPEZ CENTER FOR COMMUNITY & THE ARTS
204 Village Road
360-468-2203
2228 Fisherman Bay Road
P.O. Box 1, Lopez Island, WA 98261
360-468-2991 (non-emergency)
LOPEZ ISLAND CHILDREN’S CENTER
Childcare and PAL (Play and Learn) co-op preschool for children ages 2 to 6
Located on the first floor of the LIFRC building, across from the clinic
160 Village Road
360-468-3896
LOPEZ ISLAND HOSPICE AND HOME SUPPORT
178 Weeks Road
360-468-4446
103 Washburn Place
360-468-2245
352 Lopez Road
360-468-2616 or toll-free 888-325-3269
86 School Street
360-468-2202
2225 Fisherman Bay Road
Tel. 360-468-2265
2228 Fisherman Bay Road
360-468-2421
Lopez tel. 360-468-4567
SAN JUAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT - LOPEZ OFFICE
WOMEN, INFANT, AND CHILDREN (WIC) PROGRAM
23 Pear Tree Lane (office located in LIFRC's McCabe Building first floor)
360-370-4474
Fax 360-468-3070
360-468-4151 (non-emergency)
Orcas Island resources
30 Pea Patch Lane (Eastound)
360-376-7177
ORCAS COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
374 North Beach Road (Eastsound)
360-376-3184 OR 888-660-6272
178 Madrona Street (next to Community Church)
360-376-4445
San Juan Island resources
SAN JUAN ISLAND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Programs, services, resources, and referrals for students, families, and individuals.
476 Market St.
P.O. Box 1981
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
360-378-5246
SAN JUAN ISLAND PREVENTION COALITION
San Juan County resources
SAN JUAN COUNTY OFFICIAL WEBSITE
County governmental agencies and departments, maps, and resources
SAN JUAN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
County agency for disaster preparedness and emergency response. News and alerts, preparedness tips, and resources.
360-378-9932
SAN JUAN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
For information on mental health, tobacco and other substance abuse programs, senior services, immunizations, early childhood education, health concerns, and more.
145 Rhone St.
P.O. Box 607
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
360-378-4474
Tel. 360-378-4151
Lopez Is.
2228 Fisherman Bay Rd.
P.O. Box 162
Lopez Island, WA 98261
San Juan Is.
96 Second Street
P.O. Box 669
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Orcas Is.
1323 Mt. Baker Road
P.O. Box 468
Eastsound, WA 98245
Washington State resources
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES (DSHS)
For information on Basic Food, Medicaid, Basic Health Plan, Healthy Options, and other programs
Mount Vernon Community Services Office
360-378-4196
Department of Child & Family Services (DCFS): For information on Child Protective Services,
Family Reconciliation Services, Child Welfare Services, and information or referrals
360-378-3283
Schedule, tickets, news and alerts, route maps, ferry cams, and more
Question line: 1-888-808-7977
Find Support
Contact Us
(360) 468-4117 or info@lifrc.org
LIFRC wants everyone on Lopez to thrive. If you are facing challenges meeting basic needs, we're here to assist you. We offer the following areas of support:
Household Supports
We recognize that expenses are high but wages are low. Many Lopez households are paying more than 50 percent of their income on rent each month. Come talk to our Community Support specialists about assistance programs that provide:
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Rental assistance
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Utility costs (electric, propane, firewood)
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WA Health Plan Finder
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DSHS Enrollment
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Medical bill navigation
We'll find solutions that work for your household.
Food & Nutrition
We help individuals and families obtain nourishing foods in a variety of ways:
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Applications for the federal Basic Food program such as WIC and SNAP
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Emergency food cards
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Lopez Food Share Program, an integrated food bank
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USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
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Lopez gleaning program
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Thanksgiving baskets
Transportation
Living on an island entails extra expenses for off-island errands, doctor's appointments, and other needs. LIFRC staff can help with a variety of transportation options, including:
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Medicaid transportation assistance including ferry vouchers and taxis
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Island Rides: free or low-cost option for islanders
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San Juan County’s transportation voucher program
Counseling
We live in a stressful world, and at times we all face challenges. LIFRC staff are here to help you find counseling supports including:
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The San Juan County Community Wellness Program which provides short-term counseling services
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Referrals to Compass Health therapy services
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Certified Peer Support Specialists
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Referrals to other services
Wellness
We offer several community wellness initiatives that support mind, body and social-emotional well-being including:
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Washington state's first Open Source Wellness (OSW): Lopez and interisland youth group
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Calm & Connection Toolkit with Emerging Wisdom
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Community Conversations
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Health Insurance Enrollment assistance
Holiday Programs
Each November, LIFRC helps ensure that Lopez families and individuals are able to enjoy a holiday feast by providing, upon request, a Thanksgiving basket brimming with fresh ingredients and prepared foods. Our Spirit of Giving program provides gift cards and food vouchers to families with young children, for purchasing holiday gifts and meals.
Youth Development Programs
Find a program that where your child can play, learn and grow! Our focus is on helping the next generation of Lopezians foster positive relationships, explore possibilities, and build opportunities. Find our more about our Youth Development Programs HERE

