Needs From: The Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

The Victim Impact Panel (VIP) was created to reduce DUI injuries and fatalities in Whatcom County. Speakers share personal stories about how a DUI impacted them, either personally or through the loss or injury of a loved one. The VIP has a history of providing a powerful voice about the consequences of impaired driving. It exposes honest realities of impaired driving and creates appreciation for the seriousness of driving while impaired. 

Speakers give presentations on Monday evenings every other month. Panels consist of 2 or 3 speakers who, in a non-accusatory manner, describe the emotional, social, financial, and/or other effects a DUI has had on their lives. We strive to include one speaker each panel that is a victim survivor of an impaired driving collision. 

For more information about the panel, please visit our VIP webpage.

If you have been impacted by a DUI and are interested in speaking on the panel, please contact the panel coordinator at 360-778-6002 or Health_VIP@co.whatcom.wa.us

Whatcom County Health Department in partnership with a community collaborative, Whatcom Taking Action,is seeking volunteers and/or interns to support health promotion through developing communication resources for families with a child that has a special health care need. The ideal candidate has a background in health promotion, health equity, education, communication, media or technology and/or a relevant background and experiences. 

 

Currently seeking volunteers that are available to assist in health promotion through the development and editing of family-friendly materials and providing administrative support. The schedule is flexible but ideally, 5-15 hours/week with a minimum 6-month commitment. 

 

During this time of COVID, all services and supports will occur remotely. Volunteers will be supervised and supported by Health Department staff.   

If interested, please send resume and availability information to Kathryn DeFilippo at kdefilippo@co.whatcom.wa.us 

 

More about Community Health:

What is Community Health?

Community Health is the part of the public health system that focuses on health-related issues for individuals, families and communities.  Our mission statement is - We work with individuals and communities to identify and resolve health problems, promote well-being, and assure access to services.

 

What kinds of services do you provide?

All the programs provide information and referrals. Please visit our website to find out more information about specific programs. Alternatively, you can call the program or clinic you are interested in for an appointment or more information.

Some program examples are: Nutrition, Safe Routes to School, Child Health and Alcohol & Tobacco Use Prevention

 

Who provides these services?

We have professional staff members including public health nurses, nurse practitioners, registered dietitians, social workers, case managers, outreach workers, and health care assistants.

 

Who pays for these services?

We are funded by a variety of Federal, State and local tax dollars, some grant monies and fees charged to clients seeking services.  We collect medical coupons and charge fees based on ability to pay.