Southwest Washington is home to beautiful scenery, a temperate climate and a rich cultural arts scene.
These factors alone make it a fantastic place to live. But in addition to these great perks, Clark County and greater Southwest Washington is home to a host of nonprofits and community service organizations that serve all kinds of individuals and families. From childcare to caregiving to education to health, find Southwest Washington family resources below.
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Community Links – Southwest Washington Family Resources
City of Vancouver
Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Recreation Activities
Visit Vancouver USA
Vancouver Farmers Market
Fort Vancouver Regional Library
Clark County Parks
Parent Support Groups
Akin
Chasing Supermom Vancouver
Moms Group Vancouver, WA (Facebook)
MOMS Club of Vancouver – West
Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital
Childcare Resources
EOCF
National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care
ESD112
Education
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Washington School for the Deaf
Washington School for the Blind
Washington Homeschool Organization
Head Start/ECEAP
Health
- Clark County Public Health
- Legacy Salmon Creek
- PeaceHealth Southwest
- Lifeline Connections
- The Recovery Village at Ridgefield
- Recovery Cafe of Clark County
- Couve Collective
Housing
Find more news about local education, health and parenting in the links below:
Education
Health
Parenting
And check out our recent posts below:
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Read Now: Vancouver Family Magazine May 2026 Issue
Family Health Issue | A Family Weekend at Great Wolf Lodge – Grand Mound | Clark County Battle of the Bands
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Stronger Together: How Family Fitness in Clark County Builds Health, Connection and Community
From swim lessons to community courts, get ideas on how to get active together as a family while building confidence, connection and lifelong healthy habits along the way.
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A Family Weekend at Great Wolf Lodge – Grand Mound: A Guide to Waterpark Fun, Activities & Tips
Discover what a trip to Great Wolf Lodge – Grand Mound really looks like, from waterpark favorites to MagiQuest adventures and all the family-friendly activities in between. Here’s everything we tried and what we recommend for your next getaway.