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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information
Updated September 27, 2025
This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.
Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.
Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines
What Are COVID-19 and RSV?
COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.
RSV Resources:
- Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
Link: RSV Surveillance Data
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012 - Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222 - Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
Link: Palivizumab Guidance
Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300 - Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention
Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025
COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx
RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.
OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012
COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225 - Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225
Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
- Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
- No prescription required.
- Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.
OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
- Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments
211 Info (Statewide)
- Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
- Call 211 or visit https://211info.org
CareOregon (Older Adults)
- Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
- Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
- Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines
COVID.gov
- National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
- Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
- Visit: https://www.covid.gov
Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance
Walgreens
- Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Kaiser Permanente
- Free for members aged 6 months and older.
- Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments
Notes on CVS Pharmacy
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National Flood Insurance Program Set to Expire September 30, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM PST
The National Association of Realtors is tracking Congress’s approaching deadline to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the primary source of flood coverage required for most federally backed mortgages.
NAR has published a public FAQ outlining what a lapse in the program’s authority would mean for policyholders, home sales, and closings, along with steps property owners can take now.
NFIP Reauthorization Resources
NAR Flood Insurance FAQ — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance/faq-national-flood-insurance-program-expires-september-30-2026 · Answers to common questions about the September 30 deadline and what a lapse would mean for closings.
NAR Flood Insurance Hub — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance · Ongoing updates on the program’s reauthorization status.
Federal Agency Guidance
FEMA Bulletin (PDF) — https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/bulletins/W-24020/w-24020.pdf · Guidance on flood insurance requirements if authority lapses.
Fannie Mae Selling Guide — https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b7-3-06/flood-insurance-requirements-all-property-types · Flood insurance requirements for all property types.
Freddie Mac Bulletin 2025-E — https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/bulletin/2025-E · Guidance for lenders during an NFIP lapse.
Joint Federal Regulator Guidance — https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2025/agencies-issue-reminder-institutions-lending-when-national-flood-insurance · Reminder from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, OCC, NCUA, and FCA on lending during a lapse.
Support Services & Contact Information
NAR Member Support — https://www.nar.realtor/contact-us · Call 1-800-874-6500, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central.
About National Association of REALTORS®
Founded in 1908 as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) adopted its current name in 1972 and is headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office near the U.S. Capitol.
NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all, guided by a Code of Ethics first adopted in 1913.
NAR represents more than 1.3 million real estate professionals across the United States and abroad.
The association provides advocacy, research, and continuing education for its members while advancing consumer-focused housing policy, including flood insurance reauthorization.
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WILDFIRE AND AIR QUALITY RESOURCES FOR OREGONIANS, 2025
Prevention, Preparation, Response, and Recovery
PREVENTION
Human-Caused Risk: Over 70% of wildfires in Oregon are human-caused. You can help prevent them:
Keep Oregon Green: https://keeporegongreen.org/
Campfires and Burn Pits: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/programs/fire/Pages/burn-ban.aspx
Restrictions and Closures: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx
Defensible Spaces for Your Home: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/defensiblespace.aspx
PREPARATION
Make a Plan: https://www.ready.gov/wildfires
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts: https://oralert.gov/
Track Fires and Air Quality (ODF): https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Track Fires and Air Quality (AirNow): https://fire.airnow.gov/
DIY Air Cleaners: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/diy-air-cleaner-reduce-wildfire-smoke-indoors-infographic
Oregon Resilience Hubs: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/pages/resilience-grants.aspx
RESPONSE
Understanding Evacuation Levels: https://wildfire.oregon.gov/pages/evacuations.aspx
Evacuation Checklist: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.html
Shelter and Housing Support:
– Call 211 or 833-669-0554 for shelter and navigation help
– Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362
– Text DRC + your ZIP code to 43362 to find Disaster Recovery Centers
Livestock & Animal Sheltering Info: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
RECOVERY
Disaster Case Management: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
Returning to Property – OSU: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em9404-s-c
Returning to Property – DEQ: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/FilterDocs/wildfirecleanupguide.pdf
ODF Land Restoration Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Renters’ Recovery Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
SAMHSA Disaster Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/
Additional Mental Health Resources:
Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line: tel:8009234357
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Workplace Violence
Assistance,Training, Information, Links
Responding To Violence
Supporting Co-workers
Healthline Recommended Grief Support Groups
LINK: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groups#our-picks
LINK: https://victimconnect.org/resources/search-resources/
Victim Connect Resource Center can be reached by phone or text at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help after you lose a loved one or are experiencing grief.
LINK: A Primer On Critical Incident Management
LINK: Psychological First Aid Actions
LINK: The Twelve Freedoms of Grief
Workplace Violence Prevention and Safety
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
LINK: https://www.osha.gov/
LINK: Preventing Workplace Violence in Healthcare
LINK: OSHA’s Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers. The Guidelines describe the five components of an effective workplace violence prevention program, with extensive examples.
LINK: Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers (EPUB | MOBI). OSHA Publication 3148, (2016).
LINK: Home Healthcare Workers: How to Prevent Violence on the Job. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2012-118, (February 2012).
LINK: Workplace Violence Prevention Strategies and Research Needs. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-144, (September 2006).
LINK: Violence on the Job CDC and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-100d, (2004). Provides streaming video resources that discuss practical measures for identifying risk factors for violence at work, and taking strategic action to keep employees safe. Based on extensive NIOSH research, supplemented with information from other authoritative sources. Transcript also available.
LINK: Stress… at Work. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 99-101, (1999). Highlights knowledge about the causes of stress at work and outlines steps that can be taken to prevent job stress.
LINK: Preventing Homicide in the Workplace. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 93-109, (May 1995). Helps employers and employees to identify high-risk occupations and workplaces, informs employers and employees about their risks, encourages employers and employees to evaluate risk factors in their workplaces and implement protective measures, and encourages researchers to gather more detailed information about occupational homicide and to develop and evaluate protective measures.
Link: Occupational Violence. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Workplace Safety and Health Topic. Provides basic information on workplace violence, including risk factors and prevention strategies.
Link: Dealing with Workplace Violence: A Guide for Agency Planners (PDF). U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Assists those who are responsible for establishing workplace violence initiatives at their agencies. This handbook is the result of a cooperative effort of many federal agencies sharing their expertise in preventing and dealing with workplace violence.
Resources and Assistance for Employees
PHONE: 503-378-5348 Ext. 1
LINK: Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim Compensation Program
Trauma Informed Oregon – Resources, Training and Education
A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
This guide is designed to help youth make a connection between stressful events and the potential lasting impacts. Understanding trauma and having a framework to talk about past experiences can help in processing and asking for help. This understanding supports healing. Source: Brianne Masselli and Johanna Bergan, Youth M.O.V.E. National … A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
A Trauma Informed Workforce: An Introduction to Workforce Wellness
This document developed by TIO provides foundational information about workforce wellness. It provides background and definitions to assist partners that are beginning to address workforce wellness in their programs and organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
A SAMHSA Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) with best practice guidelines for trauma informed care. TIPs are developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Each TIP involves the development of topic-specific best practice guidelines for the prevention … A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
ACE Score Calculator
Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) measure and its use, and calculate your ACE and resilience scores. An ACE score is a tally of different types of abuse, neglect, and other hallmarks of a rough childhood. According to the Adverse Childhood Experiences study, the rougher your childhood, the higher your … ACE Score Calculator
Addressing Secondary Stress: Strong in the Broken Places
This PowerPoint presentation, with accompanying video, addresses secondary stress and the impact and solutions to vicarious traumatization in the workforce. Source: Wayne Scott, MA, LCSW Download PDF View Video
Agency Components for Trauma Informed Care
This checklist can help assess the physical environment and selected intake and service procedures in an agency setting. Source: Region 3 Behavioral Health Services, Kearney, Nebraska Download PDF
AMH Approved Evidence-Based Practices
This list is an informational tool for providers to select and implement Evidence-Based Practices (EPBs). The list represents EBPs meeting the Addictions and Mental Health Services (AMH) definition and standards for EPBs. Source: Oregon Health Authority View Resources
Applying Trauma Informed Care Principles in Home Visiting
This full-day TIO training covers the definition of trauma and trauma informed care (TIC), the neurobiology of trauma, principles of TIC, and workforce stress. Originally created for home visiting and early childhood professionals some content has been tailored for these fields. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Attunement and Self-Assessment in Supervision
Resource developed by TIO with strategies for “tuning” in as a supervisor as well as questions you can use to assess how trauma informed the supervision is. It is not an exhaustive list but it can be helpful in doing a personal assessment. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
This TIO TIP sheet includes a summary of data on what trauma informed care looks like in leadership, among staff, and in an organization. Characteristics of a trauma informed leader are mapped out. The qualitative data included in the TIP sheet was collected formally and informally at several TIO community … Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
Books for Kids
A list of books that were written for children who may be coping with adversity or trauma in their lives. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Brief Trauma Questionnaire (Adults)
The BTQ is a 10-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess traumatic exposure according to DSM-IV but specifically including only life threat/serious injury) because of the difficulty of accurately assessing subjective response. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
This 5-minute video depicts a call to action for the legal community to learn as much as possible about brain science to make sure our law and policy are aligned with the focus on the latest information for building the capabilities of caregivers and strengthening the communities that together form … Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
Child Welfare Trauma Training Toolkit 2nd Ed.
This curriculum is designed to teach basic knowledge, skills, and values about working with children who are in the child welfare system and who have experienced traumatic events. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2013 View Resource
Clackamas Behavioral Health Care Trauma-Informed Services Policy
An agency-wide trauma informed services policy developed by the Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD). Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics Adult Consumer Services Survey
Consumer feedback survey that includes elements of trauma informed care, developed by Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics to help improve services and monitor progress in implementing trauma informed care. Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Co-Regulation
Co-regulation follows attachment and precedes self-regulation in human emotional development. This presentation discusses the role of co-regulation in child-caregiver relationships, and how co-regulation can be strengthened. Source: Jean Barbre, EdD, LMFT Download PDF
Common Acronyms
A set of common acronyms related to trauma and trauma and trauma informed care, along with definitions of key terms. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations for Responding to Crisis
Crisis response resource developed by TIO for agencies providing housing and shelter services to youth. Feel free to use this document in the development of your own agency trauma informed crisis response plan. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations When Hiring a Trainer
Document developed by TIO that you can use to find the best trauma informed care trainer for your specific needs. It includes both reflective questions and interview questions. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
COVID-19 Considerations for a Trauma Informed Response for Work Settings
This TIO TIP sheet provides trauma informed considerations for work settings as we all navigate the uncharted territory and response to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The considerations included in the document are grounded in the principles of trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF Vietnamese PDF
Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
This assessment tool provides guidelines for agencies or programs interested in facilitating trauma-informed modifications in their service systems. For use by administrators, providers, and survivor-consumers in the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of trauma-informed programs. Source: Community Connections; Washington, D.C. Roger D. Fallot, Ph.D. and Maxine Harris, Ph.D. Download … Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
Crosswalk Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Crosswalk between the TIO Standards of Practice and the OHA Trauma Informed Services Policy for organizations that are required to demonstrate compliance with the 2015 Trauma Informed Services Policy of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
In any community that attempts Trauma Informed Care, some people resist the science and they resist the spending of tax dollars to help people who have been damaged by childhood trauma, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Laura Porter from Ace Interface talks about how to respond. Source: Laura … Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma: A Self-Help Guide
Learn the symptoms of trauma and get ideas and strategies that can help you better cope. The information in this federally sponsored booklet can be used safely along with your other health care treatment. Source: Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
This document provides definitions and suggested resources to support use of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care. It is a downloadable and printable version (PDF) of information that appears in pop-up windows for the online version of the Standards. Each item in the Definitions and Additional Resources is … Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report: Creating Culturally-Grounded Healing Spaces by Leaders of Color for Leaders of Color is an evaluation of the Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative (DRLC), a collaborative dedicated to creating culturally-grounded healing spaces by leaders of color and for leaders of color in disaster work. The DRLC … Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These guidelines have been adapted for educational settings from the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by Trauma Informed Oregon and with information from educational communities across the state provided by the Defending Childhood Initiative. These guidelines are intended to provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and … Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Evidence Based Practices Resource Center
SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices promotes the adoption of scientifically established behavioral health interventions. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) View Resource
For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
This training revamps the Foundations of Trauma Informed Care training by making it more youth friendly, strengths based, and interactive. This is done by providing opportunities for young adults to engage in discussions on trauma and resilience with scenarios that relate to youth. The training also provides skills and tools … For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
This (typically) 4 hr TIO training provides foundational knowledge appropriate for individuals across sectors and job titles. After defining key terms, including stress, trauma and systemic oppression, we explore how trauma and adversity affect individual’s access to services. Participants begin to identify how service systems, often unknowingly, retraumatize survivors of … Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
General Parenting Resources
Check here to find books by experts in the field that may be helpful to parents and other caregivers dealing with children and youth affected by trauma. There are additional books for adult survivors of trauma who are parenting. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Gift From Within
This website for survivors of trauma has educational materials about PTSD and links to international support groups. In addition to educational material, the website has a roster of survivors who are willing to participate in an international network of peer support. Source: Gift from Within, Camden, Maine View Resource
Guide to Reviewing Existing Policies
Guide developed by TIO to help organizations review a specific policy about service exclusion through a trauma informed lens. Some of the questions in the guide may be helpful as you are developing or reviewing policies. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for healthcare settings provide a set of benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress implementation of TIC in clinic settings. The tool is an adaptation of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed for general use across health, behavioral health and related systems serving trauma … Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
This tip sheet from NCTSN offers ways to recognize and help your teen who may have difficulty coping after a sudden or violent death. Each teen grieves in a unique way so it’s important to understand your teen’s point of view. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Download PDF
Historical Highlights of Trauma Informed Care
Timeline compiled by TIO of important National and Oregon-specific efforts to initiate trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Homeless Youth Continuum Tragedy Response Plan
The Homeless Youth Continuum created this Tragedy Response Plan as a way to support organizations in the continuum when a tragedy has occurred. This plan can be adapted to fit your organization or specific community. Source: Homeless Youth Continuum, Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Hosting a Meeting Using Principles of Trauma Informed Care
Bulleted list developed by TIO of things to do to take to prepare for and run a meeting that is trauma informed. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
This TIP sheet developed by TIO offers strategies for hosting virtual meetings that promote safety, power, and value. Hosting virtual meetings and trainings using SAMHSA’s six principles of trauma informed care can foster a space where participants are present & accessible, and their exposure to activation and re-traumatization is mitigated. … Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
How stress affects your brain – Madhumita Murgia
This accessible video describes how stress affects the brain and offers suggestions about how to reduce the impact. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. Source: TED Ed View Video
Human Resources Practices to Support TIC
List of strategies from TIO to promote trauma informed care through human resource policies and practices, including hiring, onboarding, supervision and performance reviews. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Identifying Hotspots Worksheet
A hands-on activity to walk through a critical thinking process about where and how organizations may activate a trauma response in staff or the population served. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
This TIO workshop is typically conducted as a working meeting, providing an opportunity for supervisors, managers and other champions of TIC a chance to identify how TIC applies to their work cross-system partnerships. A roadmap for the implementation of trauma informed care, along with TIO resources to guide the process … Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
In the Gray Area of Being Suicidal
This short film shares the personal experience of a young adult experiencing suicidal thoughts along with their suggestions for wellness. Source: The Mighty View Video
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice Resource List
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice (CoP) Resource List 2022 Source: International Resilience Coalition’s 2022 Community of Practice Participants Download PDF
Intersections of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Model
This infographic offers a model for thinking about the intersections of TIC and DEI. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Key Terms Related to Realizing the Widespread Impact of Trauma
This is a comprehensive list of terms related to realizing the widespread impact of trauma. The intention of the list is to be valuable, inclusive, and honor the array of potentially toxic experiences that exist. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, and Trauma Informed Oregon Volunteer, Rebecca Saunders English PDF Spanish PDF
La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon cree en el poder curativo de contar historias propias, y creemos que este poder es aún más crítico para los padres y las familias que crían a sus hijos durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Estamos muy agradecidos por la oportunidad de tener estas conversaciones con padres, cuidadores … La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
The LEC-5 is a self-report measure designed to screen for potentially traumatic events in a respondent’s lifetime. The LEC-5 assesses exposure to 16 events known to potentially result in PTSD or distress and includes one additional item assessing any other extraordinarily stressful event not captured in the first 16 items. … Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
Literature on ACEs and Trauma
A list of key research articles about trauma, including studies related to prevalence, impact, and treatment, as well as information on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Literature on Trauma Informed Care
A list of TIO’s favorite articles on trauma informed care, including early delineation of the principles of trauma informed care, the voices and perspective of trauma survivors, and seminal work in the housing field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Looking for Trauma Specific Services?
This document developed by TIO is intended to serve as a resource to those seeking trauma specific services (TSS) and those who may be making referrals for TSS. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
This tip sheet for youth by youth gives tips and resources for collaborating and engaging with providers so that youth and young adults can better get their needs met. The resource was developed by TIO’s Oregon Trauma Advocates Coalition (OTAC). OTAC is comprised of youth from around Oregon who are … Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
Mindfulness and Neural Integration: Daniel Siegel, MD
In this video, Dr. Daniel Siegel explores how relationships and reflection support the development of resilience in children and serve as the basic ‘3 R’s” of a new internal education of the mind. Source: TEDxStudioCityED View Video
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support
A 12-item self-report measure of social support, using a 7-point scale from ‘very strongly agree’ to ‘very strongly disagree.’ Source: Zimet, Dahlem, Zimet & Farley, 1988 Download PDF
Nadine Burke Harris: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. Source: TED Talk View Video
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
The fact sheets linked from this page offer descriptive summaries of some of the clinical treatments, mental health interventions, and other trauma-informed service approaches that the NCTSN and its various centers have developed and/or implemented as a means of promoting the Network’s mission of raising the standard of care for … National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Standardized Measures to Assess Complex Trauma
The NCTSN’s database of tools that measure children’s experiences of trauma, their reactions to it, and other mental health and trauma-related issues. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) View Resource
Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NETs)
This City of Portland run program trains residents to provide emergency disaster assistance within their own neighborhoods. Their website also offers many resources and tools for getting organized and being prepared in an emergency. Source: Planning for Resilience & Emergency Preparedness (PREP) View Website PDF
Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
Check out the TIO Road Map to TIC, which offers phases to the implementation process. Each phase contains a marker(s) along the road that is integral to implementing that phase. When clicking on the road or phase sign, a hover box provides a description of that phase and leads you … Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
This document provides a working concept of trauma and a trauma-informed approach applicable across an array of service systems and stakeholder groups. In this paper, SAMHSA puts forth a framework for the behavioral health specialty sectors that can be adapted to other sectors such as child welfare, education, criminal and … SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Social Emotional Learning Resources
This list of resources in English and Spanish contains culturally-responsive, anti-racist information on Social Emotional Learning for educators, parents/guardians, and students. Editable Document Download PDF
Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by TIO provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and a means to highlight accomplishments as organizations work towards implementing trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Resource Spanish PDF
State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families – Trauma-Informed Care
This site provides a list of effective interventions for children and youth who experience symptoms related to trauma. Source: Department of Children and Families, Connecticut View Resource
Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
This TIO TIP sheet includes resources to support social connection while physical distancing during COVID-19. Physical distancing does not have to equate to social isolation. With a variety of technologies, virtual socializing is easier than ever before. Use video calling to socialize with family and friends, host a happy hour … Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (children and youth)
The SDQ is a brief behavioral screening questionnaire about 3-16 year olds. It exists in several versions to meet the needs of researchers, clinicians and educationalists. Source: YouthinMind View Resource
Summary of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
This handout briefly summarizes the ACE study, conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to study how adversity in childhood predicts adult physical, mental, and social well-being. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF Spanish PDF Russian PDF
Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
This training is designed for people who provide peer recovery and support services and peer wellness services. Building on Foundations of Trauma Informed Care, the focus of this training is to help those who access services gain a better understanding of how their body responds to trauma and chronic stress … Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
Talking About Trauma and Suicide in Public Meetings
Recommendations from TIO to assist in preparing, facilitating and responding in a meeting when sharing personal experiences that may cause distress and trauma, to reflect a trauma informed approach. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Download PDF
The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
This TIP sheet developed by TIO provides tools for making communication trauma informed. The resource maps out the key components that make a script (or set of words) trauma informed. A trauma informed script will help you stay regulated when you are delivering difficult news or getting hard questions. Source: … The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
The Child PTSD Symptom Scale (8 – 18yo)
The CPSS is a 26-item self-report measure that assesses PTSD diagnostic criteria and symptom severity in children ages 8 to 18. It includes 2 event items, 17 symptom items, and 7 functional impairment items. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
The Impact of Trauma on Regulation
This presentation discusses types and degrees of trauma and their effect on beliefs, behaviors, emotional health, and more. Various brain functions and how they are affected by trauma are also discussed. Source: Diane Wagenhals, Program Director for Lakeside Global Institute Download PDF
The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The JVQ is designed to gather information on a broad range of victimizations that may occur in childhood. It can enhance the assessment of any child or adolescent by providing a quantified description of all of the major forms of offenses against youth. Either youth or parents can complete the … The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The Magnitude of the Solution
A PowerPoint presentation focusing on risk, co-occurring problems, public costs, and high leverage solutions to childhood adversity. Source: Laura Porter, ACE Interface Download PDF
Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
This video series discusses how violence and trauma affect children, including the serious and long-lasting consequences for their physical and mental health; signs that a child may be exposed to violence or trauma; and the staggering cost of child maltreatment to families, communities, and the nation. Victims lend their voices … Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
TIO Introduction to Trauma Informed Care Training Modules
These free online training modules have been created to increase access to foundational training so that the key guiding principles of trauma informed care are accessible to everyone. These four modules are self-guided and self-administered. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Training
To Live to See the Great Day that Dawns: Preventing Suicide by American Indian and Alaska Native Youth
This suicide prevention manual assists tribes and communities in developing effective and culturally appropriate suicide prevention plans for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Train the Trainer Presentation in Spanish Definiciones (Key Terms in Spanish)
This Powerpoint document was produced by Trauma Informed Oregon. It is part of Train the Trainer presentation in Spanish with Definiciones — Key terms in Spanish. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Transformational Resilience Program
Learn about climate disruption and trauma and how to develop preventative resilience skills. The Resource Innovation Group (TRIG) is a non-partisan non-profit organization affiliated with the Sustainability Institute at Willamette University. TRIG’s mission is to address the human causes, impacts, and solutions to complex socio-economic-ecological challenges, with a special emphasis on climate … Transformational Resilience Program
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Oregon wildfire Support For Wildfire Affected and Survivors
Get Help After a Wildfire
We can connect you to resources
Call 833-669-0554
Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fill out an online form
Fill out the form on the Unite Us website. We will reach out to talk with you about your needs.
Food and shelter
- Emergency food resources
Find food pantries and help with groceries or meals. - Replace SNAP food benefits
If you lost food you bought with SNAP food benefits, you may be able to get your benefits replaced. - Find a Red Cross shelter
You can also use the Red Cross mobile app to look for current shelter openings.
Referrals and support
- 211info website
Contact 211 to find help in your area. There are many ways to contact 211. Interpreters are available. - Lines for Life
Call 800-923-HELP (4357) if you need emotional support or help finding resources. You can call any time, 24/7. Interpreters are available.
Health and safety
- Wildfires and smoke
Learn about protecting your health from wildfire smoke.
Information for resource families (foster care)
In a major emergency or disaster, the local Child Welfare office needs to know where all children in foster care are located.
- What you need to do in a disaster or emergency
- Printable resource sheet:
English | Español |
PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY
As communities recover from the impacts of recent wildfires, many individuals are left coping with more than just physical loss. The emotional and psychological toll can linger long after the smoke has cleared.
It’s important to recognize when a normal reaction shifts into something more concerning. Emotional responses like fear, sadness, anger, or fatigue are natural and okay in the aftermath of a disaster. It may be a sign that someone needs additional mental health support if:
- these feelings become prolonged,
- are overwhelming,
- or begin to interfere with daily functioning.
How We Can Support Each Other:
- Check in with neighbors and coworkers. A simple conversation can be a lifeline.
- Create space to express emotions. Let people share at their own pace—without judgment. Remember not everyone, especially children and teens, may express emotions and needs the same way others do.
- Know the signs of distress. Fear, anger, sadness, worry, frustration, changes in sleep, appetite, energy or behavior, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, worsening physical health, and increases in use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs may indicate someone needs help.
- Encourage rest and recovery. Healing takes time. Support one another in slowing down and reconnecting with the people and activities you enjoy.
- Stay informed through the news and official sources. It can be helpful to stay informed of resources and steps to recovery. Yet too much can increase stress and anxiety. Taking brief breaks from the news cycle can help find a good balance. Perhaps tag-team who will look at information and report any new, essential information to others, with the responsibility shifting over set time intervals.
Resources Are Available
- Disaster Distress Helpline:
- 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746
- Call or text 988 24/7 or access other support lines
- Call or text 988 24/7
- https://www.nwpeersupport.org/ Peer Support Resources for First Responders
- Healthcare Provider Mental Health and Crisis Support Resource Page
- Mid-Columbia Center for Living https://www.mccfl.org/
1060 Webber Street the Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: 541-296-5452 - Youth/Family Resources:
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
(Spanish version here) - Ready Wrigley: Coping with Disaster (children’s coloring book)
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Fire Recovery Resources
Trinka and Sam The Big Fire book (English version)
Trinka y Juan El Gran Fuego libro (Spanish version)
“Taking Care of Yourself” use this list to help you decide which self-care strategies will work for you
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
Facing the aftermath of a wildfire is challenging, but you’re not alone. Download our comprehensive “Rebuild After the Fires” guide to navigate your recovery journey. Plus, learn about our FREE upcoming “Displacement Resilience” LIVE online program designed to support you in rebuilding a life beyond what the fires took.
Wildfire Survivor Handbook
After the Fire: How Forest Therapy Supports Wildfire Survivors and Reconnects Us to the Earth
Resources
New Wildfire Toolkits Recommend Actions To Rebuild Fire-Affected Communities Faster
Resources and actions for local and state-level staff to speed up recovery efforts, with a focus on water infrastructure. https://willamettepartnership.org/wildfire-toolkits-press-release/
Call 833-669-0554. Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fire Adapted Oregon
The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Fire Adapted Oregon program strengthens community wildfire resilience across Oregon. The community wildfire risk reduction team leads the initiative by offering local support, assistance for funding opportunities, education, and training. Achieving a fire-adapted Oregon requires working collaboratively with a wide range of partners to develop strategies. The program uses statewide data and promotes defensible space and community resilience best practices.
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information
Updated September 27, 2025
This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.
Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.
Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines
What Are COVID-19 and RSV?
COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.
RSV Resources:
- Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
Link: RSV Surveillance Data
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012 - Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222 - Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
Link: Palivizumab Guidance
Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300 - Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention
Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025
COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx
RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.
OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012
COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225 - Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225
Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
- Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
- No prescription required.
- Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.
OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
- Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments
211 Info (Statewide)
- Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
- Call 211 or visit https://211info.org
CareOregon (Older Adults)
- Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
- Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
- Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines
COVID.gov
- National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
- Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
- Visit: https://www.covid.gov
Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance
Walgreens
- Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Kaiser Permanente
- Free for members aged 6 months and older.
- Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments
Notes on CVS Pharmacy
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Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.
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Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.
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National Flood Insurance Program Set to Expire September 30, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM PST
The National Association of Realtors is tracking Congress’s approaching deadline to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the primary source of flood coverage required for most federally backed mortgages.
NAR has published a public FAQ outlining what a lapse in the program’s authority would mean for policyholders, home sales, and closings, along with steps property owners can take now.
NFIP Reauthorization Resources
NAR Flood Insurance FAQ — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance/faq-national-flood-insurance-program-expires-september-30-2026 · Answers to common questions about the September 30 deadline and what a lapse would mean for closings.
NAR Flood Insurance Hub — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance · Ongoing updates on the program’s reauthorization status.
Federal Agency Guidance
FEMA Bulletin (PDF) — https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/bulletins/W-24020/w-24020.pdf · Guidance on flood insurance requirements if authority lapses.
Fannie Mae Selling Guide — https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b7-3-06/flood-insurance-requirements-all-property-types · Flood insurance requirements for all property types.
Freddie Mac Bulletin 2025-E — https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/bulletin/2025-E · Guidance for lenders during an NFIP lapse.
Joint Federal Regulator Guidance — https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2025/agencies-issue-reminder-institutions-lending-when-national-flood-insurance · Reminder from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, OCC, NCUA, and FCA on lending during a lapse.
Support Services & Contact Information
NAR Member Support — https://www.nar.realtor/contact-us · Call 1-800-874-6500, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central.
About National Association of REALTORS®
Founded in 1908 as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) adopted its current name in 1972 and is headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office near the U.S. Capitol.
NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all, guided by a Code of Ethics first adopted in 1913.
NAR represents more than 1.3 million real estate professionals across the United States and abroad.
The association provides advocacy, research, and continuing education for its members while advancing consumer-focused housing policy, including flood insurance reauthorization.
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WILDFIRE AND AIR QUALITY RESOURCES FOR OREGONIANS, 2025
Prevention, Preparation, Response, and Recovery
PREVENTION
Human-Caused Risk: Over 70% of wildfires in Oregon are human-caused. You can help prevent them:
Keep Oregon Green: https://keeporegongreen.org/
Campfires and Burn Pits: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/programs/fire/Pages/burn-ban.aspx
Restrictions and Closures: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx
Defensible Spaces for Your Home: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/defensiblespace.aspx
PREPARATION
Make a Plan: https://www.ready.gov/wildfires
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts: https://oralert.gov/
Track Fires and Air Quality (ODF): https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Track Fires and Air Quality (AirNow): https://fire.airnow.gov/
DIY Air Cleaners: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/diy-air-cleaner-reduce-wildfire-smoke-indoors-infographic
Oregon Resilience Hubs: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/pages/resilience-grants.aspx
RESPONSE
Understanding Evacuation Levels: https://wildfire.oregon.gov/pages/evacuations.aspx
Evacuation Checklist: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.html
Shelter and Housing Support:
– Call 211 or 833-669-0554 for shelter and navigation help
– Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362
– Text DRC + your ZIP code to 43362 to find Disaster Recovery Centers
Livestock & Animal Sheltering Info: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
RECOVERY
Disaster Case Management: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
Returning to Property – OSU: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em9404-s-c
Returning to Property – DEQ: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/FilterDocs/wildfirecleanupguide.pdf
ODF Land Restoration Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Renters’ Recovery Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
SAMHSA Disaster Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/
Additional Mental Health Resources:
Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line: tel:8009234357
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Workplace Violence
Assistance,Training, Information, Links
Responding To Violence
Supporting Co-workers
Healthline Recommended Grief Support Groups
LINK: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groups#our-picks
LINK: https://victimconnect.org/resources/search-resources/
Victim Connect Resource Center can be reached by phone or text at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help after you lose a loved one or are experiencing grief.
LINK: A Primer On Critical Incident Management
LINK: Psychological First Aid Actions
LINK: The Twelve Freedoms of Grief
Workplace Violence Prevention and Safety
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
LINK: https://www.osha.gov/
LINK: Preventing Workplace Violence in Healthcare
LINK: OSHA’s Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers. The Guidelines describe the five components of an effective workplace violence prevention program, with extensive examples.
LINK: Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers (EPUB | MOBI). OSHA Publication 3148, (2016).
LINK: Home Healthcare Workers: How to Prevent Violence on the Job. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2012-118, (February 2012).
LINK: Workplace Violence Prevention Strategies and Research Needs. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-144, (September 2006).
LINK: Violence on the Job CDC and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-100d, (2004). Provides streaming video resources that discuss practical measures for identifying risk factors for violence at work, and taking strategic action to keep employees safe. Based on extensive NIOSH research, supplemented with information from other authoritative sources. Transcript also available.
LINK: Stress… at Work. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 99-101, (1999). Highlights knowledge about the causes of stress at work and outlines steps that can be taken to prevent job stress.
LINK: Preventing Homicide in the Workplace. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 93-109, (May 1995). Helps employers and employees to identify high-risk occupations and workplaces, informs employers and employees about their risks, encourages employers and employees to evaluate risk factors in their workplaces and implement protective measures, and encourages researchers to gather more detailed information about occupational homicide and to develop and evaluate protective measures.
Link: Occupational Violence. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Workplace Safety and Health Topic. Provides basic information on workplace violence, including risk factors and prevention strategies.
Link: Dealing with Workplace Violence: A Guide for Agency Planners (PDF). U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Assists those who are responsible for establishing workplace violence initiatives at their agencies. This handbook is the result of a cooperative effort of many federal agencies sharing their expertise in preventing and dealing with workplace violence.
Resources and Assistance for Employees
PHONE: 503-378-5348 Ext. 1
LINK: Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim Compensation Program
Trauma Informed Oregon – Resources, Training and Education
A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
This guide is designed to help youth make a connection between stressful events and the potential lasting impacts. Understanding trauma and having a framework to talk about past experiences can help in processing and asking for help. This understanding supports healing. Source: Brianne Masselli and Johanna Bergan, Youth M.O.V.E. National … A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
A Trauma Informed Workforce: An Introduction to Workforce Wellness
This document developed by TIO provides foundational information about workforce wellness. It provides background and definitions to assist partners that are beginning to address workforce wellness in their programs and organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
A SAMHSA Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) with best practice guidelines for trauma informed care. TIPs are developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Each TIP involves the development of topic-specific best practice guidelines for the prevention … A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
ACE Score Calculator
Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) measure and its use, and calculate your ACE and resilience scores. An ACE score is a tally of different types of abuse, neglect, and other hallmarks of a rough childhood. According to the Adverse Childhood Experiences study, the rougher your childhood, the higher your … ACE Score Calculator
Addressing Secondary Stress: Strong in the Broken Places
This PowerPoint presentation, with accompanying video, addresses secondary stress and the impact and solutions to vicarious traumatization in the workforce. Source: Wayne Scott, MA, LCSW Download PDF View Video
Agency Components for Trauma Informed Care
This checklist can help assess the physical environment and selected intake and service procedures in an agency setting. Source: Region 3 Behavioral Health Services, Kearney, Nebraska Download PDF
AMH Approved Evidence-Based Practices
This list is an informational tool for providers to select and implement Evidence-Based Practices (EPBs). The list represents EBPs meeting the Addictions and Mental Health Services (AMH) definition and standards for EPBs. Source: Oregon Health Authority View Resources
Applying Trauma Informed Care Principles in Home Visiting
This full-day TIO training covers the definition of trauma and trauma informed care (TIC), the neurobiology of trauma, principles of TIC, and workforce stress. Originally created for home visiting and early childhood professionals some content has been tailored for these fields. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Attunement and Self-Assessment in Supervision
Resource developed by TIO with strategies for “tuning” in as a supervisor as well as questions you can use to assess how trauma informed the supervision is. It is not an exhaustive list but it can be helpful in doing a personal assessment. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
This TIO TIP sheet includes a summary of data on what trauma informed care looks like in leadership, among staff, and in an organization. Characteristics of a trauma informed leader are mapped out. The qualitative data included in the TIP sheet was collected formally and informally at several TIO community … Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
Books for Kids
A list of books that were written for children who may be coping with adversity or trauma in their lives. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Brief Trauma Questionnaire (Adults)
The BTQ is a 10-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess traumatic exposure according to DSM-IV but specifically including only life threat/serious injury) because of the difficulty of accurately assessing subjective response. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
This 5-minute video depicts a call to action for the legal community to learn as much as possible about brain science to make sure our law and policy are aligned with the focus on the latest information for building the capabilities of caregivers and strengthening the communities that together form … Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
Child Welfare Trauma Training Toolkit 2nd Ed.
This curriculum is designed to teach basic knowledge, skills, and values about working with children who are in the child welfare system and who have experienced traumatic events. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2013 View Resource
Clackamas Behavioral Health Care Trauma-Informed Services Policy
An agency-wide trauma informed services policy developed by the Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD). Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics Adult Consumer Services Survey
Consumer feedback survey that includes elements of trauma informed care, developed by Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics to help improve services and monitor progress in implementing trauma informed care. Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Co-Regulation
Co-regulation follows attachment and precedes self-regulation in human emotional development. This presentation discusses the role of co-regulation in child-caregiver relationships, and how co-regulation can be strengthened. Source: Jean Barbre, EdD, LMFT Download PDF
Common Acronyms
A set of common acronyms related to trauma and trauma and trauma informed care, along with definitions of key terms. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations for Responding to Crisis
Crisis response resource developed by TIO for agencies providing housing and shelter services to youth. Feel free to use this document in the development of your own agency trauma informed crisis response plan. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations When Hiring a Trainer
Document developed by TIO that you can use to find the best trauma informed care trainer for your specific needs. It includes both reflective questions and interview questions. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
COVID-19 Considerations for a Trauma Informed Response for Work Settings
This TIO TIP sheet provides trauma informed considerations for work settings as we all navigate the uncharted territory and response to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The considerations included in the document are grounded in the principles of trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF Vietnamese PDF
Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
This assessment tool provides guidelines for agencies or programs interested in facilitating trauma-informed modifications in their service systems. For use by administrators, providers, and survivor-consumers in the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of trauma-informed programs. Source: Community Connections; Washington, D.C. Roger D. Fallot, Ph.D. and Maxine Harris, Ph.D. Download … Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
Crosswalk Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Crosswalk between the TIO Standards of Practice and the OHA Trauma Informed Services Policy for organizations that are required to demonstrate compliance with the 2015 Trauma Informed Services Policy of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
In any community that attempts Trauma Informed Care, some people resist the science and they resist the spending of tax dollars to help people who have been damaged by childhood trauma, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Laura Porter from Ace Interface talks about how to respond. Source: Laura … Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma: A Self-Help Guide
Learn the symptoms of trauma and get ideas and strategies that can help you better cope. The information in this federally sponsored booklet can be used safely along with your other health care treatment. Source: Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
This document provides definitions and suggested resources to support use of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care. It is a downloadable and printable version (PDF) of information that appears in pop-up windows for the online version of the Standards. Each item in the Definitions and Additional Resources is … Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report: Creating Culturally-Grounded Healing Spaces by Leaders of Color for Leaders of Color is an evaluation of the Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative (DRLC), a collaborative dedicated to creating culturally-grounded healing spaces by leaders of color and for leaders of color in disaster work. The DRLC … Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These guidelines have been adapted for educational settings from the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by Trauma Informed Oregon and with information from educational communities across the state provided by the Defending Childhood Initiative. These guidelines are intended to provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and … Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Evidence Based Practices Resource Center
SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices promotes the adoption of scientifically established behavioral health interventions. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) View Resource
For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
This training revamps the Foundations of Trauma Informed Care training by making it more youth friendly, strengths based, and interactive. This is done by providing opportunities for young adults to engage in discussions on trauma and resilience with scenarios that relate to youth. The training also provides skills and tools … For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
This (typically) 4 hr TIO training provides foundational knowledge appropriate for individuals across sectors and job titles. After defining key terms, including stress, trauma and systemic oppression, we explore how trauma and adversity affect individual’s access to services. Participants begin to identify how service systems, often unknowingly, retraumatize survivors of … Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
General Parenting Resources
Check here to find books by experts in the field that may be helpful to parents and other caregivers dealing with children and youth affected by trauma. There are additional books for adult survivors of trauma who are parenting. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Gift From Within
This website for survivors of trauma has educational materials about PTSD and links to international support groups. In addition to educational material, the website has a roster of survivors who are willing to participate in an international network of peer support. Source: Gift from Within, Camden, Maine View Resource
Guide to Reviewing Existing Policies
Guide developed by TIO to help organizations review a specific policy about service exclusion through a trauma informed lens. Some of the questions in the guide may be helpful as you are developing or reviewing policies. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for healthcare settings provide a set of benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress implementation of TIC in clinic settings. The tool is an adaptation of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed for general use across health, behavioral health and related systems serving trauma … Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
This tip sheet from NCTSN offers ways to recognize and help your teen who may have difficulty coping after a sudden or violent death. Each teen grieves in a unique way so it’s important to understand your teen’s point of view. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Download PDF
Historical Highlights of Trauma Informed Care
Timeline compiled by TIO of important National and Oregon-specific efforts to initiate trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Homeless Youth Continuum Tragedy Response Plan
The Homeless Youth Continuum created this Tragedy Response Plan as a way to support organizations in the continuum when a tragedy has occurred. This plan can be adapted to fit your organization or specific community. Source: Homeless Youth Continuum, Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Hosting a Meeting Using Principles of Trauma Informed Care
Bulleted list developed by TIO of things to do to take to prepare for and run a meeting that is trauma informed. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
This TIP sheet developed by TIO offers strategies for hosting virtual meetings that promote safety, power, and value. Hosting virtual meetings and trainings using SAMHSA’s six principles of trauma informed care can foster a space where participants are present & accessible, and their exposure to activation and re-traumatization is mitigated. … Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
How stress affects your brain – Madhumita Murgia
This accessible video describes how stress affects the brain and offers suggestions about how to reduce the impact. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. Source: TED Ed View Video
Human Resources Practices to Support TIC
List of strategies from TIO to promote trauma informed care through human resource policies and practices, including hiring, onboarding, supervision and performance reviews. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Identifying Hotspots Worksheet
A hands-on activity to walk through a critical thinking process about where and how organizations may activate a trauma response in staff or the population served. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
This TIO workshop is typically conducted as a working meeting, providing an opportunity for supervisors, managers and other champions of TIC a chance to identify how TIC applies to their work cross-system partnerships. A roadmap for the implementation of trauma informed care, along with TIO resources to guide the process … Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
In the Gray Area of Being Suicidal
This short film shares the personal experience of a young adult experiencing suicidal thoughts along with their suggestions for wellness. Source: The Mighty View Video
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice Resource List
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice (CoP) Resource List 2022 Source: International Resilience Coalition’s 2022 Community of Practice Participants Download PDF
Intersections of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Model
This infographic offers a model for thinking about the intersections of TIC and DEI. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Key Terms Related to Realizing the Widespread Impact of Trauma
This is a comprehensive list of terms related to realizing the widespread impact of trauma. The intention of the list is to be valuable, inclusive, and honor the array of potentially toxic experiences that exist. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, and Trauma Informed Oregon Volunteer, Rebecca Saunders English PDF Spanish PDF
La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon cree en el poder curativo de contar historias propias, y creemos que este poder es aún más crítico para los padres y las familias que crían a sus hijos durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Estamos muy agradecidos por la oportunidad de tener estas conversaciones con padres, cuidadores … La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
The LEC-5 is a self-report measure designed to screen for potentially traumatic events in a respondent’s lifetime. The LEC-5 assesses exposure to 16 events known to potentially result in PTSD or distress and includes one additional item assessing any other extraordinarily stressful event not captured in the first 16 items. … Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
Literature on ACEs and Trauma
A list of key research articles about trauma, including studies related to prevalence, impact, and treatment, as well as information on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Literature on Trauma Informed Care
A list of TIO’s favorite articles on trauma informed care, including early delineation of the principles of trauma informed care, the voices and perspective of trauma survivors, and seminal work in the housing field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Looking for Trauma Specific Services?
This document developed by TIO is intended to serve as a resource to those seeking trauma specific services (TSS) and those who may be making referrals for TSS. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
This tip sheet for youth by youth gives tips and resources for collaborating and engaging with providers so that youth and young adults can better get their needs met. The resource was developed by TIO’s Oregon Trauma Advocates Coalition (OTAC). OTAC is comprised of youth from around Oregon who are … Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
Mindfulness and Neural Integration: Daniel Siegel, MD
In this video, Dr. Daniel Siegel explores how relationships and reflection support the development of resilience in children and serve as the basic ‘3 R’s” of a new internal education of the mind. Source: TEDxStudioCityED View Video
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support
A 12-item self-report measure of social support, using a 7-point scale from ‘very strongly agree’ to ‘very strongly disagree.’ Source: Zimet, Dahlem, Zimet & Farley, 1988 Download PDF
Nadine Burke Harris: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. Source: TED Talk View Video
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
The fact sheets linked from this page offer descriptive summaries of some of the clinical treatments, mental health interventions, and other trauma-informed service approaches that the NCTSN and its various centers have developed and/or implemented as a means of promoting the Network’s mission of raising the standard of care for … National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Standardized Measures to Assess Complex Trauma
The NCTSN’s database of tools that measure children’s experiences of trauma, their reactions to it, and other mental health and trauma-related issues. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) View Resource
Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NETs)
This City of Portland run program trains residents to provide emergency disaster assistance within their own neighborhoods. Their website also offers many resources and tools for getting organized and being prepared in an emergency. Source: Planning for Resilience & Emergency Preparedness (PREP) View Website PDF
Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
Check out the TIO Road Map to TIC, which offers phases to the implementation process. Each phase contains a marker(s) along the road that is integral to implementing that phase. When clicking on the road or phase sign, a hover box provides a description of that phase and leads you … Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
This document provides a working concept of trauma and a trauma-informed approach applicable across an array of service systems and stakeholder groups. In this paper, SAMHSA puts forth a framework for the behavioral health specialty sectors that can be adapted to other sectors such as child welfare, education, criminal and … SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Social Emotional Learning Resources
This list of resources in English and Spanish contains culturally-responsive, anti-racist information on Social Emotional Learning for educators, parents/guardians, and students. Editable Document Download PDF
Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by TIO provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and a means to highlight accomplishments as organizations work towards implementing trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Resource Spanish PDF
State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families – Trauma-Informed Care
This site provides a list of effective interventions for children and youth who experience symptoms related to trauma. Source: Department of Children and Families, Connecticut View Resource
Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
This TIO TIP sheet includes resources to support social connection while physical distancing during COVID-19. Physical distancing does not have to equate to social isolation. With a variety of technologies, virtual socializing is easier than ever before. Use video calling to socialize with family and friends, host a happy hour … Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (children and youth)
The SDQ is a brief behavioral screening questionnaire about 3-16 year olds. It exists in several versions to meet the needs of researchers, clinicians and educationalists. Source: YouthinMind View Resource
Summary of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
This handout briefly summarizes the ACE study, conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to study how adversity in childhood predicts adult physical, mental, and social well-being. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF Spanish PDF Russian PDF
Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
This training is designed for people who provide peer recovery and support services and peer wellness services. Building on Foundations of Trauma Informed Care, the focus of this training is to help those who access services gain a better understanding of how their body responds to trauma and chronic stress … Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
Talking About Trauma and Suicide in Public Meetings
Recommendations from TIO to assist in preparing, facilitating and responding in a meeting when sharing personal experiences that may cause distress and trauma, to reflect a trauma informed approach. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Download PDF
The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
This TIP sheet developed by TIO provides tools for making communication trauma informed. The resource maps out the key components that make a script (or set of words) trauma informed. A trauma informed script will help you stay regulated when you are delivering difficult news or getting hard questions. Source: … The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
The Child PTSD Symptom Scale (8 – 18yo)
The CPSS is a 26-item self-report measure that assesses PTSD diagnostic criteria and symptom severity in children ages 8 to 18. It includes 2 event items, 17 symptom items, and 7 functional impairment items. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
The Impact of Trauma on Regulation
This presentation discusses types and degrees of trauma and their effect on beliefs, behaviors, emotional health, and more. Various brain functions and how they are affected by trauma are also discussed. Source: Diane Wagenhals, Program Director for Lakeside Global Institute Download PDF
The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The JVQ is designed to gather information on a broad range of victimizations that may occur in childhood. It can enhance the assessment of any child or adolescent by providing a quantified description of all of the major forms of offenses against youth. Either youth or parents can complete the … The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The Magnitude of the Solution
A PowerPoint presentation focusing on risk, co-occurring problems, public costs, and high leverage solutions to childhood adversity. Source: Laura Porter, ACE Interface Download PDF
Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
This video series discusses how violence and trauma affect children, including the serious and long-lasting consequences for their physical and mental health; signs that a child may be exposed to violence or trauma; and the staggering cost of child maltreatment to families, communities, and the nation. Victims lend their voices … Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
TIO Introduction to Trauma Informed Care Training Modules
These free online training modules have been created to increase access to foundational training so that the key guiding principles of trauma informed care are accessible to everyone. These four modules are self-guided and self-administered. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Training
To Live to See the Great Day that Dawns: Preventing Suicide by American Indian and Alaska Native Youth
This suicide prevention manual assists tribes and communities in developing effective and culturally appropriate suicide prevention plans for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Train the Trainer Presentation in Spanish Definiciones (Key Terms in Spanish)
This Powerpoint document was produced by Trauma Informed Oregon. It is part of Train the Trainer presentation in Spanish with Definiciones — Key terms in Spanish. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Transformational Resilience Program
Learn about climate disruption and trauma and how to develop preventative resilience skills. The Resource Innovation Group (TRIG) is a non-partisan non-profit organization affiliated with the Sustainability Institute at Willamette University. TRIG’s mission is to address the human causes, impacts, and solutions to complex socio-economic-ecological challenges, with a special emphasis on climate … Transformational Resilience Program
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Oregon wildfire Support For Wildfire Affected and Survivors
Get Help After a Wildfire
We can connect you to resources
Call 833-669-0554
Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fill out an online form
Fill out the form on the Unite Us website. We will reach out to talk with you about your needs.
Food and shelter
- Emergency food resources
Find food pantries and help with groceries or meals. - Replace SNAP food benefits
If you lost food you bought with SNAP food benefits, you may be able to get your benefits replaced. - Find a Red Cross shelter
You can also use the Red Cross mobile app to look for current shelter openings.
Referrals and support
- 211info website
Contact 211 to find help in your area. There are many ways to contact 211. Interpreters are available. - Lines for Life
Call 800-923-HELP (4357) if you need emotional support or help finding resources. You can call any time, 24/7. Interpreters are available.
Health and safety
- Wildfires and smoke
Learn about protecting your health from wildfire smoke.
Information for resource families (foster care)
In a major emergency or disaster, the local Child Welfare office needs to know where all children in foster care are located.
- What you need to do in a disaster or emergency
- Printable resource sheet:
English | Español |
PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY
As communities recover from the impacts of recent wildfires, many individuals are left coping with more than just physical loss. The emotional and psychological toll can linger long after the smoke has cleared.
It’s important to recognize when a normal reaction shifts into something more concerning. Emotional responses like fear, sadness, anger, or fatigue are natural and okay in the aftermath of a disaster. It may be a sign that someone needs additional mental health support if:
- these feelings become prolonged,
- are overwhelming,
- or begin to interfere with daily functioning.
How We Can Support Each Other:
- Check in with neighbors and coworkers. A simple conversation can be a lifeline.
- Create space to express emotions. Let people share at their own pace—without judgment. Remember not everyone, especially children and teens, may express emotions and needs the same way others do.
- Know the signs of distress. Fear, anger, sadness, worry, frustration, changes in sleep, appetite, energy or behavior, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, worsening physical health, and increases in use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs may indicate someone needs help.
- Encourage rest and recovery. Healing takes time. Support one another in slowing down and reconnecting with the people and activities you enjoy.
- Stay informed through the news and official sources. It can be helpful to stay informed of resources and steps to recovery. Yet too much can increase stress and anxiety. Taking brief breaks from the news cycle can help find a good balance. Perhaps tag-team who will look at information and report any new, essential information to others, with the responsibility shifting over set time intervals.
Resources Are Available
- Disaster Distress Helpline:
- 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746
- Call or text 988 24/7 or access other support lines
- Call or text 988 24/7
- https://www.nwpeersupport.org/ Peer Support Resources for First Responders
- Healthcare Provider Mental Health and Crisis Support Resource Page
- Mid-Columbia Center for Living https://www.mccfl.org/
1060 Webber Street the Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: 541-296-5452 - Youth/Family Resources:
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
(Spanish version here) - Ready Wrigley: Coping with Disaster (children’s coloring book)
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Fire Recovery Resources
Trinka and Sam The Big Fire book (English version)
Trinka y Juan El Gran Fuego libro (Spanish version)
“Taking Care of Yourself” use this list to help you decide which self-care strategies will work for you
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
Facing the aftermath of a wildfire is challenging, but you’re not alone. Download our comprehensive “Rebuild After the Fires” guide to navigate your recovery journey. Plus, learn about our FREE upcoming “Displacement Resilience” LIVE online program designed to support you in rebuilding a life beyond what the fires took.
Wildfire Survivor Handbook
After the Fire: How Forest Therapy Supports Wildfire Survivors and Reconnects Us to the Earth
Resources
New Wildfire Toolkits Recommend Actions To Rebuild Fire-Affected Communities Faster
Resources and actions for local and state-level staff to speed up recovery efforts, with a focus on water infrastructure. https://willamettepartnership.org/wildfire-toolkits-press-release/
Call 833-669-0554. Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fire Adapted Oregon
The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Fire Adapted Oregon program strengthens community wildfire resilience across Oregon. The community wildfire risk reduction team leads the initiative by offering local support, assistance for funding opportunities, education, and training. Achieving a fire-adapted Oregon requires working collaboratively with a wide range of partners to develop strategies. The program uses statewide data and promotes defensible space and community resilience best practices.
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
How You Can Support Oregon Communities Affected by Wildfires
As wildfires continue to affect communities across Oregon, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management is urging residents to support response and recovery efforts through safe, effective actions like financial giving, volunteering with recognized organizations, and staying informed.
OEM outlines trusted donation and volunteer opportunities, disaster preparedness resources, and emotional support options for those affected.
Ways to Give: Nonprofit Organizations Collecting Wildfire Donations
Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster — https://orvoad.org/ · Coordinates Oregon’s statewide network of nonprofit and faith-based disaster response partners.
Oregon Community Foundation — https://oregoncf.org/ · Accepts donations through its Disaster Readiness and Response Fund.
Wildland Firefighter Foundation — https://wffoundation.org/ · Supports injured wildland firefighters and the families of those killed in the line of duty.
United Way Pacific Northwest Disaster Recovery Fund — https://www.uwpnw.org/disaster_recovery · Funds food, shelter, childcare, and other critical needs for families displaced by disaster.
American Red Cross Cascades Region — https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon.html · Serves Oregon and Southwest Washington with disaster relief, shelter, and blood donation programs.
211info — https://www.211info.org/ · Dial 211 or visit the site for a current list of trusted organizations accepting wildfire donations, including material goods once specific needs are announced.
Volunteer Through Recognized Organizations
Oregon Volunteers in Disaster (ORVID) — https://orvid.oregon.gov/ · Connects volunteers with disaster response organizations across the state.
SERV-OR — https://serv-or.org/ · Registers licensed and previously licensed health care professionals to volunteer during declared emergencies, including the Medical Reserve Corps network.
Emotional Support Resources
Disaster Distress Helpline — https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline · Call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 for 24/7 crisis counseling related to disasters.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org/ · Call, text, or chat 988 anytime for 24/7 crisis support.
The AgriStress Helpline – AgriSafe Network — https://www.agrisafe.org/agristress-helpline/ · Call or text 1-833-897-2474 for crisis support tailored to farming, ranching, fisheries, and forestry communities.
Oregon Health Authority’s Help Page — https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Get-Help.aspx · Lists additional behavioral health and crisis support lines, including guidance for supporting children and teens after a disaster.
Stay Informed and Prepared
Keep Oregon Green — https://keeporegongreen.org/ · Wildfire prevention education and tips to reduce human-caused fires.
OR-Alert — https://oralert.gov · Sign up for local emergency notifications and enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your mobile device. Understand evacuation levels — 1 Ready, 2 Set, 3 GO! — and pack a go bag before an alert arrives; you can evacuate early if needed.
TripCheck — https://www.tripcheck.com · Check current road conditions before traveling, or call 511.
State of Oregon Fires Dashboard — https://geo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/portfolio/index.html?appid=22d04c007866419c91ccf00d097526c8 · Real-time hazard updates, maps, and fire information.
Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery — https://wildfire.oregon.gov/ · Wildfire preparedness, evacuation, and recovery resources.
Oregon Department of Emergency Management — https://www.oregon.gov/oem · Be 2 Weeks Ready by preparing an emergency plan and supplies for at least two weeks after a disaster; follow your county, city, or Tribal office of emergency management and OEM on social media.
About the Oregon Department of Emergency Management
OEM traces its roots to the state’s Emergency Management Division, created by the Oregon Legislature in 1981, and became its own standalone state department on July 1, 2022.
Its mission is to lead collaborative statewide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities it serves, to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters, with a focus on an equitable and inclusive culture of preparedness.
OEM coordinates emergency management for all Oregonians, working with more than 50 county, city, and Tribal emergency management offices statewide.
The agency supports 18 Emergency Support Functions, the statewide OR-Alert notification system, and coordinated response and recovery efforts during declared emergencies.
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Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information
Updated September 27, 2025
This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.
Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.
Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines
What Are COVID-19 and RSV?
COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.
RSV Resources:
- Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
Link: RSV Surveillance Data
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012 - Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222 - Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
Link: Palivizumab Guidance
Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300 - Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention
Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025
COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx
RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.
OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012
COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225 - Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225
Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
- Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
- No prescription required.
- Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.
OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
- Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments
211 Info (Statewide)
- Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
- Call 211 or visit https://211info.org
CareOregon (Older Adults)
- Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
- Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
- Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines
COVID.gov
- National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
- Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
- Visit: https://www.covid.gov
Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance
Walgreens
- Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Kaiser Permanente
- Free for members aged 6 months and older.
- Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments
Notes on CVS Pharmacy
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Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.
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Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.
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National Flood Insurance Program Set to Expire September 30, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM PST
The National Association of Realtors is tracking Congress’s approaching deadline to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the primary source of flood coverage required for most federally backed mortgages.
NAR has published a public FAQ outlining what a lapse in the program’s authority would mean for policyholders, home sales, and closings, along with steps property owners can take now.
NFIP Reauthorization Resources
NAR Flood Insurance FAQ — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance/faq-national-flood-insurance-program-expires-september-30-2026 · Answers to common questions about the September 30 deadline and what a lapse would mean for closings.
NAR Flood Insurance Hub — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance · Ongoing updates on the program’s reauthorization status.
Federal Agency Guidance
FEMA Bulletin (PDF) — https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/bulletins/W-24020/w-24020.pdf · Guidance on flood insurance requirements if authority lapses.
Fannie Mae Selling Guide — https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b7-3-06/flood-insurance-requirements-all-property-types · Flood insurance requirements for all property types.
Freddie Mac Bulletin 2025-E — https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/bulletin/2025-E · Guidance for lenders during an NFIP lapse.
Joint Federal Regulator Guidance — https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2025/agencies-issue-reminder-institutions-lending-when-national-flood-insurance · Reminder from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, OCC, NCUA, and FCA on lending during a lapse.
Support Services & Contact Information
NAR Member Support — https://www.nar.realtor/contact-us · Call 1-800-874-6500, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central.
About National Association of REALTORS®
Founded in 1908 as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) adopted its current name in 1972 and is headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office near the U.S. Capitol.
NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all, guided by a Code of Ethics first adopted in 1913.
NAR represents more than 1.3 million real estate professionals across the United States and abroad.
The association provides advocacy, research, and continuing education for its members while advancing consumer-focused housing policy, including flood insurance reauthorization.
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WILDFIRE AND AIR QUALITY RESOURCES FOR OREGONIANS, 2025
Prevention, Preparation, Response, and Recovery
PREVENTION
Human-Caused Risk: Over 70% of wildfires in Oregon are human-caused. You can help prevent them:
Keep Oregon Green: https://keeporegongreen.org/
Campfires and Burn Pits: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/programs/fire/Pages/burn-ban.aspx
Restrictions and Closures: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx
Defensible Spaces for Your Home: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/defensiblespace.aspx
PREPARATION
Make a Plan: https://www.ready.gov/wildfires
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts: https://oralert.gov/
Track Fires and Air Quality (ODF): https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Track Fires and Air Quality (AirNow): https://fire.airnow.gov/
DIY Air Cleaners: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/diy-air-cleaner-reduce-wildfire-smoke-indoors-infographic
Oregon Resilience Hubs: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/pages/resilience-grants.aspx
RESPONSE
Understanding Evacuation Levels: https://wildfire.oregon.gov/pages/evacuations.aspx
Evacuation Checklist: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.html
Shelter and Housing Support:
– Call 211 or 833-669-0554 for shelter and navigation help
– Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362
– Text DRC + your ZIP code to 43362 to find Disaster Recovery Centers
Livestock & Animal Sheltering Info: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
RECOVERY
Disaster Case Management: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
Returning to Property – OSU: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em9404-s-c
Returning to Property – DEQ: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/FilterDocs/wildfirecleanupguide.pdf
ODF Land Restoration Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Renters’ Recovery Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
SAMHSA Disaster Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/
Additional Mental Health Resources:
Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line: tel:8009234357
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Workplace Violence
Assistance,Training, Information, Links
Responding To Violence
Supporting Co-workers
Healthline Recommended Grief Support Groups
LINK: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groups#our-picks
LINK: https://victimconnect.org/resources/search-resources/
Victim Connect Resource Center can be reached by phone or text at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help after you lose a loved one or are experiencing grief.
LINK: A Primer On Critical Incident Management
LINK: Psychological First Aid Actions
LINK: The Twelve Freedoms of Grief
Workplace Violence Prevention and Safety
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
LINK: https://www.osha.gov/
LINK: Preventing Workplace Violence in Healthcare
LINK: OSHA’s Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers. The Guidelines describe the five components of an effective workplace violence prevention program, with extensive examples.
LINK: Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers (EPUB | MOBI). OSHA Publication 3148, (2016).
LINK: Home Healthcare Workers: How to Prevent Violence on the Job. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2012-118, (February 2012).
LINK: Workplace Violence Prevention Strategies and Research Needs. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-144, (September 2006).
LINK: Violence on the Job CDC and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-100d, (2004). Provides streaming video resources that discuss practical measures for identifying risk factors for violence at work, and taking strategic action to keep employees safe. Based on extensive NIOSH research, supplemented with information from other authoritative sources. Transcript also available.
LINK: Stress… at Work. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 99-101, (1999). Highlights knowledge about the causes of stress at work and outlines steps that can be taken to prevent job stress.
LINK: Preventing Homicide in the Workplace. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 93-109, (May 1995). Helps employers and employees to identify high-risk occupations and workplaces, informs employers and employees about their risks, encourages employers and employees to evaluate risk factors in their workplaces and implement protective measures, and encourages researchers to gather more detailed information about occupational homicide and to develop and evaluate protective measures.
Link: Occupational Violence. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Workplace Safety and Health Topic. Provides basic information on workplace violence, including risk factors and prevention strategies.
Link: Dealing with Workplace Violence: A Guide for Agency Planners (PDF). U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Assists those who are responsible for establishing workplace violence initiatives at their agencies. This handbook is the result of a cooperative effort of many federal agencies sharing their expertise in preventing and dealing with workplace violence.
Resources and Assistance for Employees
PHONE: 503-378-5348 Ext. 1
LINK: Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim Compensation Program
Trauma Informed Oregon – Resources, Training and Education
A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
This guide is designed to help youth make a connection between stressful events and the potential lasting impacts. Understanding trauma and having a framework to talk about past experiences can help in processing and asking for help. This understanding supports healing. Source: Brianne Masselli and Johanna Bergan, Youth M.O.V.E. National … A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
A Trauma Informed Workforce: An Introduction to Workforce Wellness
This document developed by TIO provides foundational information about workforce wellness. It provides background and definitions to assist partners that are beginning to address workforce wellness in their programs and organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
A SAMHSA Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) with best practice guidelines for trauma informed care. TIPs are developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Each TIP involves the development of topic-specific best practice guidelines for the prevention … A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
ACE Score Calculator
Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) measure and its use, and calculate your ACE and resilience scores. An ACE score is a tally of different types of abuse, neglect, and other hallmarks of a rough childhood. According to the Adverse Childhood Experiences study, the rougher your childhood, the higher your … ACE Score Calculator
Addressing Secondary Stress: Strong in the Broken Places
This PowerPoint presentation, with accompanying video, addresses secondary stress and the impact and solutions to vicarious traumatization in the workforce. Source: Wayne Scott, MA, LCSW Download PDF View Video
Agency Components for Trauma Informed Care
This checklist can help assess the physical environment and selected intake and service procedures in an agency setting. Source: Region 3 Behavioral Health Services, Kearney, Nebraska Download PDF
AMH Approved Evidence-Based Practices
This list is an informational tool for providers to select and implement Evidence-Based Practices (EPBs). The list represents EBPs meeting the Addictions and Mental Health Services (AMH) definition and standards for EPBs. Source: Oregon Health Authority View Resources
Applying Trauma Informed Care Principles in Home Visiting
This full-day TIO training covers the definition of trauma and trauma informed care (TIC), the neurobiology of trauma, principles of TIC, and workforce stress. Originally created for home visiting and early childhood professionals some content has been tailored for these fields. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Attunement and Self-Assessment in Supervision
Resource developed by TIO with strategies for “tuning” in as a supervisor as well as questions you can use to assess how trauma informed the supervision is. It is not an exhaustive list but it can be helpful in doing a personal assessment. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
This TIO TIP sheet includes a summary of data on what trauma informed care looks like in leadership, among staff, and in an organization. Characteristics of a trauma informed leader are mapped out. The qualitative data included in the TIP sheet was collected formally and informally at several TIO community … Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
Books for Kids
A list of books that were written for children who may be coping with adversity or trauma in their lives. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Brief Trauma Questionnaire (Adults)
The BTQ is a 10-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess traumatic exposure according to DSM-IV but specifically including only life threat/serious injury) because of the difficulty of accurately assessing subjective response. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
This 5-minute video depicts a call to action for the legal community to learn as much as possible about brain science to make sure our law and policy are aligned with the focus on the latest information for building the capabilities of caregivers and strengthening the communities that together form … Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
Child Welfare Trauma Training Toolkit 2nd Ed.
This curriculum is designed to teach basic knowledge, skills, and values about working with children who are in the child welfare system and who have experienced traumatic events. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2013 View Resource
Clackamas Behavioral Health Care Trauma-Informed Services Policy
An agency-wide trauma informed services policy developed by the Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD). Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics Adult Consumer Services Survey
Consumer feedback survey that includes elements of trauma informed care, developed by Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics to help improve services and monitor progress in implementing trauma informed care. Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Co-Regulation
Co-regulation follows attachment and precedes self-regulation in human emotional development. This presentation discusses the role of co-regulation in child-caregiver relationships, and how co-regulation can be strengthened. Source: Jean Barbre, EdD, LMFT Download PDF
Common Acronyms
A set of common acronyms related to trauma and trauma and trauma informed care, along with definitions of key terms. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations for Responding to Crisis
Crisis response resource developed by TIO for agencies providing housing and shelter services to youth. Feel free to use this document in the development of your own agency trauma informed crisis response plan. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations When Hiring a Trainer
Document developed by TIO that you can use to find the best trauma informed care trainer for your specific needs. It includes both reflective questions and interview questions. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
COVID-19 Considerations for a Trauma Informed Response for Work Settings
This TIO TIP sheet provides trauma informed considerations for work settings as we all navigate the uncharted territory and response to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The considerations included in the document are grounded in the principles of trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF Vietnamese PDF
Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
This assessment tool provides guidelines for agencies or programs interested in facilitating trauma-informed modifications in their service systems. For use by administrators, providers, and survivor-consumers in the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of trauma-informed programs. Source: Community Connections; Washington, D.C. Roger D. Fallot, Ph.D. and Maxine Harris, Ph.D. Download … Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
Crosswalk Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Crosswalk between the TIO Standards of Practice and the OHA Trauma Informed Services Policy for organizations that are required to demonstrate compliance with the 2015 Trauma Informed Services Policy of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
In any community that attempts Trauma Informed Care, some people resist the science and they resist the spending of tax dollars to help people who have been damaged by childhood trauma, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Laura Porter from Ace Interface talks about how to respond. Source: Laura … Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma: A Self-Help Guide
Learn the symptoms of trauma and get ideas and strategies that can help you better cope. The information in this federally sponsored booklet can be used safely along with your other health care treatment. Source: Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
This document provides definitions and suggested resources to support use of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care. It is a downloadable and printable version (PDF) of information that appears in pop-up windows for the online version of the Standards. Each item in the Definitions and Additional Resources is … Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report: Creating Culturally-Grounded Healing Spaces by Leaders of Color for Leaders of Color is an evaluation of the Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative (DRLC), a collaborative dedicated to creating culturally-grounded healing spaces by leaders of color and for leaders of color in disaster work. The DRLC … Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These guidelines have been adapted for educational settings from the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by Trauma Informed Oregon and with information from educational communities across the state provided by the Defending Childhood Initiative. These guidelines are intended to provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and … Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Evidence Based Practices Resource Center
SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices promotes the adoption of scientifically established behavioral health interventions. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) View Resource
For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
This training revamps the Foundations of Trauma Informed Care training by making it more youth friendly, strengths based, and interactive. This is done by providing opportunities for young adults to engage in discussions on trauma and resilience with scenarios that relate to youth. The training also provides skills and tools … For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
This (typically) 4 hr TIO training provides foundational knowledge appropriate for individuals across sectors and job titles. After defining key terms, including stress, trauma and systemic oppression, we explore how trauma and adversity affect individual’s access to services. Participants begin to identify how service systems, often unknowingly, retraumatize survivors of … Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
General Parenting Resources
Check here to find books by experts in the field that may be helpful to parents and other caregivers dealing with children and youth affected by trauma. There are additional books for adult survivors of trauma who are parenting. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Gift From Within
This website for survivors of trauma has educational materials about PTSD and links to international support groups. In addition to educational material, the website has a roster of survivors who are willing to participate in an international network of peer support. Source: Gift from Within, Camden, Maine View Resource
Guide to Reviewing Existing Policies
Guide developed by TIO to help organizations review a specific policy about service exclusion through a trauma informed lens. Some of the questions in the guide may be helpful as you are developing or reviewing policies. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for healthcare settings provide a set of benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress implementation of TIC in clinic settings. The tool is an adaptation of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed for general use across health, behavioral health and related systems serving trauma … Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
This tip sheet from NCTSN offers ways to recognize and help your teen who may have difficulty coping after a sudden or violent death. Each teen grieves in a unique way so it’s important to understand your teen’s point of view. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Download PDF
Historical Highlights of Trauma Informed Care
Timeline compiled by TIO of important National and Oregon-specific efforts to initiate trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Homeless Youth Continuum Tragedy Response Plan
The Homeless Youth Continuum created this Tragedy Response Plan as a way to support organizations in the continuum when a tragedy has occurred. This plan can be adapted to fit your organization or specific community. Source: Homeless Youth Continuum, Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Hosting a Meeting Using Principles of Trauma Informed Care
Bulleted list developed by TIO of things to do to take to prepare for and run a meeting that is trauma informed. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
This TIP sheet developed by TIO offers strategies for hosting virtual meetings that promote safety, power, and value. Hosting virtual meetings and trainings using SAMHSA’s six principles of trauma informed care can foster a space where participants are present & accessible, and their exposure to activation and re-traumatization is mitigated. … Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
How stress affects your brain – Madhumita Murgia
This accessible video describes how stress affects the brain and offers suggestions about how to reduce the impact. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. Source: TED Ed View Video
Human Resources Practices to Support TIC
List of strategies from TIO to promote trauma informed care through human resource policies and practices, including hiring, onboarding, supervision and performance reviews. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Identifying Hotspots Worksheet
A hands-on activity to walk through a critical thinking process about where and how organizations may activate a trauma response in staff or the population served. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
This TIO workshop is typically conducted as a working meeting, providing an opportunity for supervisors, managers and other champions of TIC a chance to identify how TIC applies to their work cross-system partnerships. A roadmap for the implementation of trauma informed care, along with TIO resources to guide the process … Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
In the Gray Area of Being Suicidal
This short film shares the personal experience of a young adult experiencing suicidal thoughts along with their suggestions for wellness. Source: The Mighty View Video
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice Resource List
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice (CoP) Resource List 2022 Source: International Resilience Coalition’s 2022 Community of Practice Participants Download PDF
Intersections of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Model
This infographic offers a model for thinking about the intersections of TIC and DEI. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Key Terms Related to Realizing the Widespread Impact of Trauma
This is a comprehensive list of terms related to realizing the widespread impact of trauma. The intention of the list is to be valuable, inclusive, and honor the array of potentially toxic experiences that exist. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, and Trauma Informed Oregon Volunteer, Rebecca Saunders English PDF Spanish PDF
La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon cree en el poder curativo de contar historias propias, y creemos que este poder es aún más crítico para los padres y las familias que crían a sus hijos durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Estamos muy agradecidos por la oportunidad de tener estas conversaciones con padres, cuidadores … La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
The LEC-5 is a self-report measure designed to screen for potentially traumatic events in a respondent’s lifetime. The LEC-5 assesses exposure to 16 events known to potentially result in PTSD or distress and includes one additional item assessing any other extraordinarily stressful event not captured in the first 16 items. … Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
Literature on ACEs and Trauma
A list of key research articles about trauma, including studies related to prevalence, impact, and treatment, as well as information on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Literature on Trauma Informed Care
A list of TIO’s favorite articles on trauma informed care, including early delineation of the principles of trauma informed care, the voices and perspective of trauma survivors, and seminal work in the housing field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Looking for Trauma Specific Services?
This document developed by TIO is intended to serve as a resource to those seeking trauma specific services (TSS) and those who may be making referrals for TSS. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
This tip sheet for youth by youth gives tips and resources for collaborating and engaging with providers so that youth and young adults can better get their needs met. The resource was developed by TIO’s Oregon Trauma Advocates Coalition (OTAC). OTAC is comprised of youth from around Oregon who are … Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
Mindfulness and Neural Integration: Daniel Siegel, MD
In this video, Dr. Daniel Siegel explores how relationships and reflection support the development of resilience in children and serve as the basic ‘3 R’s” of a new internal education of the mind. Source: TEDxStudioCityED View Video
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support
A 12-item self-report measure of social support, using a 7-point scale from ‘very strongly agree’ to ‘very strongly disagree.’ Source: Zimet, Dahlem, Zimet & Farley, 1988 Download PDF
Nadine Burke Harris: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. Source: TED Talk View Video
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
The fact sheets linked from this page offer descriptive summaries of some of the clinical treatments, mental health interventions, and other trauma-informed service approaches that the NCTSN and its various centers have developed and/or implemented as a means of promoting the Network’s mission of raising the standard of care for … National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Standardized Measures to Assess Complex Trauma
The NCTSN’s database of tools that measure children’s experiences of trauma, their reactions to it, and other mental health and trauma-related issues. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) View Resource
Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NETs)
This City of Portland run program trains residents to provide emergency disaster assistance within their own neighborhoods. Their website also offers many resources and tools for getting organized and being prepared in an emergency. Source: Planning for Resilience & Emergency Preparedness (PREP) View Website PDF
Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
Check out the TIO Road Map to TIC, which offers phases to the implementation process. Each phase contains a marker(s) along the road that is integral to implementing that phase. When clicking on the road or phase sign, a hover box provides a description of that phase and leads you … Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
This document provides a working concept of trauma and a trauma-informed approach applicable across an array of service systems and stakeholder groups. In this paper, SAMHSA puts forth a framework for the behavioral health specialty sectors that can be adapted to other sectors such as child welfare, education, criminal and … SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Social Emotional Learning Resources
This list of resources in English and Spanish contains culturally-responsive, anti-racist information on Social Emotional Learning for educators, parents/guardians, and students. Editable Document Download PDF
Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by TIO provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and a means to highlight accomplishments as organizations work towards implementing trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Resource Spanish PDF
State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families – Trauma-Informed Care
This site provides a list of effective interventions for children and youth who experience symptoms related to trauma. Source: Department of Children and Families, Connecticut View Resource
Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
This TIO TIP sheet includes resources to support social connection while physical distancing during COVID-19. Physical distancing does not have to equate to social isolation. With a variety of technologies, virtual socializing is easier than ever before. Use video calling to socialize with family and friends, host a happy hour … Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (children and youth)
The SDQ is a brief behavioral screening questionnaire about 3-16 year olds. It exists in several versions to meet the needs of researchers, clinicians and educationalists. Source: YouthinMind View Resource
Summary of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
This handout briefly summarizes the ACE study, conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to study how adversity in childhood predicts adult physical, mental, and social well-being. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF Spanish PDF Russian PDF
Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
This training is designed for people who provide peer recovery and support services and peer wellness services. Building on Foundations of Trauma Informed Care, the focus of this training is to help those who access services gain a better understanding of how their body responds to trauma and chronic stress … Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
Talking About Trauma and Suicide in Public Meetings
Recommendations from TIO to assist in preparing, facilitating and responding in a meeting when sharing personal experiences that may cause distress and trauma, to reflect a trauma informed approach. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Download PDF
The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
This TIP sheet developed by TIO provides tools for making communication trauma informed. The resource maps out the key components that make a script (or set of words) trauma informed. A trauma informed script will help you stay regulated when you are delivering difficult news or getting hard questions. Source: … The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
The Child PTSD Symptom Scale (8 – 18yo)
The CPSS is a 26-item self-report measure that assesses PTSD diagnostic criteria and symptom severity in children ages 8 to 18. It includes 2 event items, 17 symptom items, and 7 functional impairment items. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
The Impact of Trauma on Regulation
This presentation discusses types and degrees of trauma and their effect on beliefs, behaviors, emotional health, and more. Various brain functions and how they are affected by trauma are also discussed. Source: Diane Wagenhals, Program Director for Lakeside Global Institute Download PDF
The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The JVQ is designed to gather information on a broad range of victimizations that may occur in childhood. It can enhance the assessment of any child or adolescent by providing a quantified description of all of the major forms of offenses against youth. Either youth or parents can complete the … The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The Magnitude of the Solution
A PowerPoint presentation focusing on risk, co-occurring problems, public costs, and high leverage solutions to childhood adversity. Source: Laura Porter, ACE Interface Download PDF
Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
This video series discusses how violence and trauma affect children, including the serious and long-lasting consequences for their physical and mental health; signs that a child may be exposed to violence or trauma; and the staggering cost of child maltreatment to families, communities, and the nation. Victims lend their voices … Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
TIO Introduction to Trauma Informed Care Training Modules
These free online training modules have been created to increase access to foundational training so that the key guiding principles of trauma informed care are accessible to everyone. These four modules are self-guided and self-administered. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Training
To Live to See the Great Day that Dawns: Preventing Suicide by American Indian and Alaska Native Youth
This suicide prevention manual assists tribes and communities in developing effective and culturally appropriate suicide prevention plans for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Train the Trainer Presentation in Spanish Definiciones (Key Terms in Spanish)
This Powerpoint document was produced by Trauma Informed Oregon. It is part of Train the Trainer presentation in Spanish with Definiciones — Key terms in Spanish. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Transformational Resilience Program
Learn about climate disruption and trauma and how to develop preventative resilience skills. The Resource Innovation Group (TRIG) is a non-partisan non-profit organization affiliated with the Sustainability Institute at Willamette University. TRIG’s mission is to address the human causes, impacts, and solutions to complex socio-economic-ecological challenges, with a special emphasis on climate … Transformational Resilience Program
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Oregon wildfire Support For Wildfire Affected and Survivors
Get Help After a Wildfire
We can connect you to resources
Call 833-669-0554
Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fill out an online form
Fill out the form on the Unite Us website. We will reach out to talk with you about your needs.
Food and shelter
- Emergency food resources
Find food pantries and help with groceries or meals. - Replace SNAP food benefits
If you lost food you bought with SNAP food benefits, you may be able to get your benefits replaced. - Find a Red Cross shelter
You can also use the Red Cross mobile app to look for current shelter openings.
Referrals and support
- 211info website
Contact 211 to find help in your area. There are many ways to contact 211. Interpreters are available. - Lines for Life
Call 800-923-HELP (4357) if you need emotional support or help finding resources. You can call any time, 24/7. Interpreters are available.
Health and safety
- Wildfires and smoke
Learn about protecting your health from wildfire smoke.
Information for resource families (foster care)
In a major emergency or disaster, the local Child Welfare office needs to know where all children in foster care are located.
- What you need to do in a disaster or emergency
- Printable resource sheet:
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PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY
As communities recover from the impacts of recent wildfires, many individuals are left coping with more than just physical loss. The emotional and psychological toll can linger long after the smoke has cleared.
It’s important to recognize when a normal reaction shifts into something more concerning. Emotional responses like fear, sadness, anger, or fatigue are natural and okay in the aftermath of a disaster. It may be a sign that someone needs additional mental health support if:
- these feelings become prolonged,
- are overwhelming,
- or begin to interfere with daily functioning.
How We Can Support Each Other:
- Check in with neighbors and coworkers. A simple conversation can be a lifeline.
- Create space to express emotions. Let people share at their own pace—without judgment. Remember not everyone, especially children and teens, may express emotions and needs the same way others do.
- Know the signs of distress. Fear, anger, sadness, worry, frustration, changes in sleep, appetite, energy or behavior, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, worsening physical health, and increases in use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs may indicate someone needs help.
- Encourage rest and recovery. Healing takes time. Support one another in slowing down and reconnecting with the people and activities you enjoy.
- Stay informed through the news and official sources. It can be helpful to stay informed of resources and steps to recovery. Yet too much can increase stress and anxiety. Taking brief breaks from the news cycle can help find a good balance. Perhaps tag-team who will look at information and report any new, essential information to others, with the responsibility shifting over set time intervals.
Resources Are Available
- Disaster Distress Helpline:
- 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746
- Call or text 988 24/7 or access other support lines
- Call or text 988 24/7
- https://www.nwpeersupport.org/ Peer Support Resources for First Responders
- Healthcare Provider Mental Health and Crisis Support Resource Page
- Mid-Columbia Center for Living https://www.mccfl.org/
1060 Webber Street the Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: 541-296-5452 - Youth/Family Resources:
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
(Spanish version here) - Ready Wrigley: Coping with Disaster (children’s coloring book)
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Fire Recovery Resources
Trinka and Sam The Big Fire book (English version)
Trinka y Juan El Gran Fuego libro (Spanish version)
“Taking Care of Yourself” use this list to help you decide which self-care strategies will work for you
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
Facing the aftermath of a wildfire is challenging, but you’re not alone. Download our comprehensive “Rebuild After the Fires” guide to navigate your recovery journey. Plus, learn about our FREE upcoming “Displacement Resilience” LIVE online program designed to support you in rebuilding a life beyond what the fires took.
Wildfire Survivor Handbook
After the Fire: How Forest Therapy Supports Wildfire Survivors and Reconnects Us to the Earth
Resources
New Wildfire Toolkits Recommend Actions To Rebuild Fire-Affected Communities Faster
Resources and actions for local and state-level staff to speed up recovery efforts, with a focus on water infrastructure. https://willamettepartnership.org/wildfire-toolkits-press-release/
Call 833-669-0554. Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fire Adapted Oregon
The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Fire Adapted Oregon program strengthens community wildfire resilience across Oregon. The community wildfire risk reduction team leads the initiative by offering local support, assistance for funding opportunities, education, and training. Achieving a fire-adapted Oregon requires working collaboratively with a wide range of partners to develop strategies. The program uses statewide data and promotes defensible space and community resilience best practices.
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
How You Can Support Oregon Communities Affected by Wildfires
As wildfires continue to affect communities across Oregon, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management is urging residents to support response and recovery efforts through safe, effective actions like financial giving, volunteering with recognized organizations, and staying informed.
OEM outlines trusted donation and volunteer opportunities, disaster preparedness resources, and emotional support options for those affected.
Ways to Give: Nonprofit Organizations Collecting Wildfire Donations
Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster — https://orvoad.org/ · Coordinates Oregon’s statewide network of nonprofit and faith-based disaster response partners.
Oregon Community Foundation — https://oregoncf.org/ · Accepts donations through its Disaster Readiness and Response Fund.
Wildland Firefighter Foundation — https://wffoundation.org/ · Supports injured wildland firefighters and the families of those killed in the line of duty.
United Way Pacific Northwest Disaster Recovery Fund — https://www.uwpnw.org/disaster_recovery · Funds food, shelter, childcare, and other critical needs for families displaced by disaster.
American Red Cross Cascades Region — https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon.html · Serves Oregon and Southwest Washington with disaster relief, shelter, and blood donation programs.
211info — https://www.211info.org/ · Dial 211 or visit the site for a current list of trusted organizations accepting wildfire donations, including material goods once specific needs are announced.
Volunteer Through Recognized Organizations
Oregon Volunteers in Disaster (ORVID) — https://orvid.oregon.gov/ · Connects volunteers with disaster response organizations across the state.
SERV-OR — https://serv-or.org/ · Registers licensed and previously licensed health care professionals to volunteer during declared emergencies, including the Medical Reserve Corps network.
Emotional Support Resources
Disaster Distress Helpline — https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline · Call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 for 24/7 crisis counseling related to disasters.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org/ · Call, text, or chat 988 anytime for 24/7 crisis support.
The AgriStress Helpline – AgriSafe Network — https://www.agrisafe.org/agristress-helpline/ · Call or text 1-833-897-2474 for crisis support tailored to farming, ranching, fisheries, and forestry communities.
Oregon Health Authority’s Help Page — https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Get-Help.aspx · Lists additional behavioral health and crisis support lines, including guidance for supporting children and teens after a disaster.
Stay Informed and Prepared
Keep Oregon Green — https://keeporegongreen.org/ · Wildfire prevention education and tips to reduce human-caused fires.
OR-Alert — https://oralert.gov · Sign up for local emergency notifications and enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your mobile device. Understand evacuation levels — 1 Ready, 2 Set, 3 GO! — and pack a go bag before an alert arrives; you can evacuate early if needed.
TripCheck — https://www.tripcheck.com · Check current road conditions before traveling, or call 511.
State of Oregon Fires Dashboard — https://geo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/portfolio/index.html?appid=22d04c007866419c91ccf00d097526c8 · Real-time hazard updates, maps, and fire information.
Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery — https://wildfire.oregon.gov/ · Wildfire preparedness, evacuation, and recovery resources.
Oregon Department of Emergency Management — https://www.oregon.gov/oem · Be 2 Weeks Ready by preparing an emergency plan and supplies for at least two weeks after a disaster; follow your county, city, or Tribal office of emergency management and OEM on social media.
About the Oregon Department of Emergency Management
OEM traces its roots to the state’s Emergency Management Division, created by the Oregon Legislature in 1981, and became its own standalone state department on July 1, 2022.
Its mission is to lead collaborative statewide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities it serves, to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters, with a focus on an equitable and inclusive culture of preparedness.
OEM coordinates emergency management for all Oregonians, working with more than 50 county, city, and Tribal emergency management offices statewide.
The agency supports 18 Emergency Support Functions, the statewide OR-Alert notification system, and coordinated response and recovery efforts during declared emergencies.
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Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information
Updated September 27, 2025
This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.
Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.
Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines
What Are COVID-19 and RSV?
COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.
RSV Resources:
- Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
Link: RSV Surveillance Data
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012 - Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222 - Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
Link: Palivizumab Guidance
Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300 - Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention
Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025
COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx
RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.
OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012
COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225 - Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225
Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
- Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
- No prescription required.
- Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.
OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
- Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments
211 Info (Statewide)
- Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
- Call 211 or visit https://211info.org
CareOregon (Older Adults)
- Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
- Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
- Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines
COVID.gov
- National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
- Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
- Visit: https://www.covid.gov
Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance
Walgreens
- Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Kaiser Permanente
- Free for members aged 6 months and older.
- Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments
Notes on CVS Pharmacy
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National Flood Insurance Program Set to Expire September 30, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM PST
The National Association of Realtors is tracking Congress’s approaching deadline to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the primary source of flood coverage required for most federally backed mortgages.
NAR has published a public FAQ outlining what a lapse in the program’s authority would mean for policyholders, home sales, and closings, along with steps property owners can take now.
NFIP Reauthorization Resources
NAR Flood Insurance FAQ — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance/faq-national-flood-insurance-program-expires-september-30-2026 · Answers to common questions about the September 30 deadline and what a lapse would mean for closings.
NAR Flood Insurance Hub — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance · Ongoing updates on the program’s reauthorization status.
Federal Agency Guidance
FEMA Bulletin (PDF) — https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/bulletins/W-24020/w-24020.pdf · Guidance on flood insurance requirements if authority lapses.
Fannie Mae Selling Guide — https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b7-3-06/flood-insurance-requirements-all-property-types · Flood insurance requirements for all property types.
Freddie Mac Bulletin 2025-E — https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/bulletin/2025-E · Guidance for lenders during an NFIP lapse.
Joint Federal Regulator Guidance — https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2025/agencies-issue-reminder-institutions-lending-when-national-flood-insurance · Reminder from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, OCC, NCUA, and FCA on lending during a lapse.
Support Services & Contact Information
NAR Member Support — https://www.nar.realtor/contact-us · Call 1-800-874-6500, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central.
About National Association of REALTORS®
Founded in 1908 as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) adopted its current name in 1972 and is headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office near the U.S. Capitol.
NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all, guided by a Code of Ethics first adopted in 1913.
NAR represents more than 1.3 million real estate professionals across the United States and abroad.
The association provides advocacy, research, and continuing education for its members while advancing consumer-focused housing policy, including flood insurance reauthorization.
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WILDFIRE AND AIR QUALITY RESOURCES FOR OREGONIANS, 2025
Prevention, Preparation, Response, and Recovery
PREVENTION
Human-Caused Risk: Over 70% of wildfires in Oregon are human-caused. You can help prevent them:
Keep Oregon Green: https://keeporegongreen.org/
Campfires and Burn Pits: https://www.oregon.gov/osp/programs/fire/Pages/burn-ban.aspx
Restrictions and Closures: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx
Defensible Spaces for Your Home: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/defensiblespace.aspx
PREPARATION
Make a Plan: https://www.ready.gov/wildfires
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts: https://oralert.gov/
Track Fires and Air Quality (ODF): https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Track Fires and Air Quality (AirNow): https://fire.airnow.gov/
DIY Air Cleaners: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/diy-air-cleaner-reduce-wildfire-smoke-indoors-infographic
Oregon Resilience Hubs: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/pages/resilience-grants.aspx
RESPONSE
Understanding Evacuation Levels: https://wildfire.oregon.gov/pages/evacuations.aspx
Evacuation Checklist: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.html
Shelter and Housing Support:
– Call 211 or 833-669-0554 for shelter and navigation help
– Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362
– Text DRC + your ZIP code to 43362 to find Disaster Recovery Centers
Livestock & Animal Sheltering Info: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
RECOVERY
Disaster Case Management: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
Returning to Property – OSU: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pub/em9404-s-c
Returning to Property – DEQ: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/FilterDocs/wildfirecleanupguide.pdf
ODF Land Restoration Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/firestats.aspx
Renters’ Recovery Resources: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/emergency-management/Pages/wildfire-resources-partners.aspx
SAMHSA Disaster Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/
Additional Mental Health Resources:
Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line: tel:8009234357
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Workplace Violence
Assistance,Training, Information, Links
Responding To Violence
Supporting Co-workers
Healthline Recommended Grief Support Groups
LINK: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groups#our-picks
LINK: https://victimconnect.org/resources/search-resources/
Victim Connect Resource Center can be reached by phone or text at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help after you lose a loved one or are experiencing grief.
LINK: A Primer On Critical Incident Management
LINK: Psychological First Aid Actions
LINK: The Twelve Freedoms of Grief
Workplace Violence Prevention and Safety
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
LINK: https://www.osha.gov/
LINK: Preventing Workplace Violence in Healthcare
LINK: OSHA’s Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers. The Guidelines describe the five components of an effective workplace violence prevention program, with extensive examples.
LINK: Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Healthcare and Social Service Workers (EPUB | MOBI). OSHA Publication 3148, (2016).
LINK: Home Healthcare Workers: How to Prevent Violence on the Job. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2012-118, (February 2012).
LINK: Workplace Violence Prevention Strategies and Research Needs. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-144, (September 2006).
LINK: Violence on the Job CDC and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-100d, (2004). Provides streaming video resources that discuss practical measures for identifying risk factors for violence at work, and taking strategic action to keep employees safe. Based on extensive NIOSH research, supplemented with information from other authoritative sources. Transcript also available.
LINK: Stress… at Work. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 99-101, (1999). Highlights knowledge about the causes of stress at work and outlines steps that can be taken to prevent job stress.
LINK: Preventing Homicide in the Workplace. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 93-109, (May 1995). Helps employers and employees to identify high-risk occupations and workplaces, informs employers and employees about their risks, encourages employers and employees to evaluate risk factors in their workplaces and implement protective measures, and encourages researchers to gather more detailed information about occupational homicide and to develop and evaluate protective measures.
Link: Occupational Violence. CDC & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Workplace Safety and Health Topic. Provides basic information on workplace violence, including risk factors and prevention strategies.
Link: Dealing with Workplace Violence: A Guide for Agency Planners (PDF). U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Assists those who are responsible for establishing workplace violence initiatives at their agencies. This handbook is the result of a cooperative effort of many federal agencies sharing their expertise in preventing and dealing with workplace violence.
Resources and Assistance for Employees
PHONE: 503-378-5348 Ext. 1
LINK: Oregon Department of Justice, Crime Victim Compensation Program
Trauma Informed Oregon – Resources, Training and Education
A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
This guide is designed to help youth make a connection between stressful events and the potential lasting impacts. Understanding trauma and having a framework to talk about past experiences can help in processing and asking for help. This understanding supports healing. Source: Brianne Masselli and Johanna Bergan, Youth M.O.V.E. National … A Guide for Youth: Understanding Trauma
A Trauma Informed Workforce: An Introduction to Workforce Wellness
This document developed by TIO provides foundational information about workforce wellness. It provides background and definitions to assist partners that are beginning to address workforce wellness in their programs and organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
A SAMHSA Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) with best practice guidelines for trauma informed care. TIPs are developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Each TIP involves the development of topic-specific best practice guidelines for the prevention … A Treatment Improvement Protocol: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
ACE Score Calculator
Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) measure and its use, and calculate your ACE and resilience scores. An ACE score is a tally of different types of abuse, neglect, and other hallmarks of a rough childhood. According to the Adverse Childhood Experiences study, the rougher your childhood, the higher your … ACE Score Calculator
Addressing Secondary Stress: Strong in the Broken Places
This PowerPoint presentation, with accompanying video, addresses secondary stress and the impact and solutions to vicarious traumatization in the workforce. Source: Wayne Scott, MA, LCSW Download PDF View Video
Agency Components for Trauma Informed Care
This checklist can help assess the physical environment and selected intake and service procedures in an agency setting. Source: Region 3 Behavioral Health Services, Kearney, Nebraska Download PDF
AMH Approved Evidence-Based Practices
This list is an informational tool for providers to select and implement Evidence-Based Practices (EPBs). The list represents EBPs meeting the Addictions and Mental Health Services (AMH) definition and standards for EPBs. Source: Oregon Health Authority View Resources
Applying Trauma Informed Care Principles in Home Visiting
This full-day TIO training covers the definition of trauma and trauma informed care (TIC), the neurobiology of trauma, principles of TIC, and workforce stress. Originally created for home visiting and early childhood professionals some content has been tailored for these fields. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Attunement and Self-Assessment in Supervision
Resource developed by TIO with strategies for “tuning” in as a supervisor as well as questions you can use to assess how trauma informed the supervision is. It is not an exhaustive list but it can be helpful in doing a personal assessment. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
This TIO TIP sheet includes a summary of data on what trauma informed care looks like in leadership, among staff, and in an organization. Characteristics of a trauma informed leader are mapped out. The qualitative data included in the TIP sheet was collected formally and informally at several TIO community … Behaviors and Actions of Trauma Informed Leaders
Books for Kids
A list of books that were written for children who may be coping with adversity or trauma in their lives. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Brief Trauma Questionnaire (Adults)
The BTQ is a 10-item self-report questionnaire designed to assess traumatic exposure according to DSM-IV but specifically including only life threat/serious injury) because of the difficulty of accurately assessing subjective response. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
This 5-minute video depicts a call to action for the legal community to learn as much as possible about brain science to make sure our law and policy are aligned with the focus on the latest information for building the capabilities of caregivers and strengthening the communities that together form … Child and Family Law Courts Meet Brain Science
Child Welfare Trauma Training Toolkit 2nd Ed.
This curriculum is designed to teach basic knowledge, skills, and values about working with children who are in the child welfare system and who have experienced traumatic events. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 2013 View Resource
Clackamas Behavioral Health Care Trauma-Informed Services Policy
An agency-wide trauma informed services policy developed by the Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD). Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics Adult Consumer Services Survey
Consumer feedback survey that includes elements of trauma informed care, developed by Clackamas County Behavioral Health Clinics to help improve services and monitor progress in implementing trauma informed care. Source: Clackamas County Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) Download PDF
Co-Regulation
Co-regulation follows attachment and precedes self-regulation in human emotional development. This presentation discusses the role of co-regulation in child-caregiver relationships, and how co-regulation can be strengthened. Source: Jean Barbre, EdD, LMFT Download PDF
Common Acronyms
A set of common acronyms related to trauma and trauma and trauma informed care, along with definitions of key terms. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations for Responding to Crisis
Crisis response resource developed by TIO for agencies providing housing and shelter services to youth. Feel free to use this document in the development of your own agency trauma informed crisis response plan. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Considerations When Hiring a Trainer
Document developed by TIO that you can use to find the best trauma informed care trainer for your specific needs. It includes both reflective questions and interview questions. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
COVID-19 Considerations for a Trauma Informed Response for Work Settings
This TIO TIP sheet provides trauma informed considerations for work settings as we all navigate the uncharted territory and response to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). The considerations included in the document are grounded in the principles of trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF Vietnamese PDF
Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
This assessment tool provides guidelines for agencies or programs interested in facilitating trauma-informed modifications in their service systems. For use by administrators, providers, and survivor-consumers in the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of trauma-informed programs. Source: Community Connections; Washington, D.C. Roger D. Fallot, Ph.D. and Maxine Harris, Ph.D. Download … Creating Cultures of Trauma-Informed Care (CCTIC): A Self-Assessment and Planning Protocol
Crosswalk Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Crosswalk between the TIO Standards of Practice and the OHA Trauma Informed Services Policy for organizations that are required to demonstrate compliance with the 2015 Trauma Informed Services Policy of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
In any community that attempts Trauma Informed Care, some people resist the science and they resist the spending of tax dollars to help people who have been damaged by childhood trauma, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Laura Porter from Ace Interface talks about how to respond. Source: Laura … Dealing with Resistance to Trauma Informed Care
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma: A Self-Help Guide
Learn the symptoms of trauma and get ideas and strategies that can help you better cope. The information in this federally sponsored booklet can be used safely along with your other health care treatment. Source: Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
This document provides definitions and suggested resources to support use of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care. It is a downloadable and printable version (PDF) of information that appears in pop-up windows for the online version of the Standards. Each item in the Definitions and Additional Resources is … Definitions and Additional Resources for the Standards of Practice
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report: Creating Culturally-Grounded Healing Spaces by Leaders of Color for Leaders of Color is an evaluation of the Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative (DRLC), a collaborative dedicated to creating culturally-grounded healing spaces by leaders of color and for leaders of color in disaster work. The DRLC … Disaster Resilience Learning Collaborative Evaluation Report
Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These guidelines have been adapted for educational settings from the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by Trauma Informed Oregon and with information from educational communities across the state provided by the Defending Childhood Initiative. These guidelines are intended to provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and … Education Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Evidence Based Practices Resource Center
SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices promotes the adoption of scientifically established behavioral health interventions. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) View Resource
For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
This training revamps the Foundations of Trauma Informed Care training by making it more youth friendly, strengths based, and interactive. This is done by providing opportunities for young adults to engage in discussions on trauma and resilience with scenarios that relate to youth. The training also provides skills and tools … For Youth by Youth: Foundations of Trauma Informed Care
Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
This (typically) 4 hr TIO training provides foundational knowledge appropriate for individuals across sectors and job titles. After defining key terms, including stress, trauma and systemic oppression, we explore how trauma and adversity affect individual’s access to services. Participants begin to identify how service systems, often unknowingly, retraumatize survivors of … Foundations of Trauma Informed Care (formerly TIC 101)
General Parenting Resources
Check here to find books by experts in the field that may be helpful to parents and other caregivers dealing with children and youth affected by trauma. There are additional books for adult survivors of trauma who are parenting. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Gift From Within
This website for survivors of trauma has educational materials about PTSD and links to international support groups. In addition to educational material, the website has a roster of survivors who are willing to participate in an international network of peer support. Source: Gift from Within, Camden, Maine View Resource
Guide to Reviewing Existing Policies
Guide developed by TIO to help organizations review a specific policy about service exclusion through a trauma informed lens. Some of the questions in the guide may be helpful as you are developing or reviewing policies. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for healthcare settings provide a set of benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress implementation of TIC in clinic settings. The tool is an adaptation of the Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed for general use across health, behavioral health and related systems serving trauma … Healthcare Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
This tip sheet from NCTSN offers ways to recognize and help your teen who may have difficulty coping after a sudden or violent death. Each teen grieves in a unique way so it’s important to understand your teen’s point of view. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Download PDF
Historical Highlights of Trauma Informed Care
Timeline compiled by TIO of important National and Oregon-specific efforts to initiate trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Homeless Youth Continuum Tragedy Response Plan
The Homeless Youth Continuum created this Tragedy Response Plan as a way to support organizations in the continuum when a tragedy has occurred. This plan can be adapted to fit your organization or specific community. Source: Homeless Youth Continuum, Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Hosting a Meeting Using Principles of Trauma Informed Care
Bulleted list developed by TIO of things to do to take to prepare for and run a meeting that is trauma informed. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
This TIP sheet developed by TIO offers strategies for hosting virtual meetings that promote safety, power, and value. Hosting virtual meetings and trainings using SAMHSA’s six principles of trauma informed care can foster a space where participants are present & accessible, and their exposure to activation and re-traumatization is mitigated. … Hosting a Virtual Meeting Using Trauma Informed Principles
How stress affects your brain – Madhumita Murgia
This accessible video describes how stress affects the brain and offers suggestions about how to reduce the impact. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes. Source: TED Ed View Video
Human Resources Practices to Support TIC
List of strategies from TIO to promote trauma informed care through human resource policies and practices, including hiring, onboarding, supervision and performance reviews. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Identifying Hotspots Worksheet
A hands-on activity to walk through a critical thinking process about where and how organizations may activate a trauma response in staff or the population served. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
This TIO workshop is typically conducted as a working meeting, providing an opportunity for supervisors, managers and other champions of TIC a chance to identify how TIC applies to their work cross-system partnerships. A roadmap for the implementation of trauma informed care, along with TIO resources to guide the process … Implementation of Trauma Informed Care
In the Gray Area of Being Suicidal
This short film shares the personal experience of a young adult experiencing suicidal thoughts along with their suggestions for wellness. Source: The Mighty View Video
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice Resource List
International Transformational Resilience Coalition (ITRC) Climate Community of Practice (CoP) Resource List 2022 Source: International Resilience Coalition’s 2022 Community of Practice Participants Download PDF
Intersections of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Model
This infographic offers a model for thinking about the intersections of TIC and DEI. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Key Terms Related to Realizing the Widespread Impact of Trauma
This is a comprehensive list of terms related to realizing the widespread impact of trauma. The intention of the list is to be valuable, inclusive, and honor the array of potentially toxic experiences that exist. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, and Trauma Informed Oregon Volunteer, Rebecca Saunders English PDF Spanish PDF
La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon cree en el poder curativo de contar historias propias, y creemos que este poder es aún más crítico para los padres y las familias que crían a sus hijos durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Estamos muy agradecidos por la oportunidad de tener estas conversaciones con padres, cuidadores … La Crianza de Los Hijos Durante COVID-19
Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
The LEC-5 is a self-report measure designed to screen for potentially traumatic events in a respondent’s lifetime. The LEC-5 assesses exposure to 16 events known to potentially result in PTSD or distress and includes one additional item assessing any other extraordinarily stressful event not captured in the first 16 items. … Life Events Checklist for DSM-5 (Adults)
Literature on ACEs and Trauma
A list of key research articles about trauma, including studies related to prevalence, impact, and treatment, as well as information on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Literature on Trauma Informed Care
A list of TIO’s favorite articles on trauma informed care, including early delineation of the principles of trauma informed care, the voices and perspective of trauma survivors, and seminal work in the housing field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Looking for Trauma Specific Services?
This document developed by TIO is intended to serve as a resource to those seeking trauma specific services (TSS) and those who may be making referrals for TSS. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
This tip sheet for youth by youth gives tips and resources for collaborating and engaging with providers so that youth and young adults can better get their needs met. The resource was developed by TIO’s Oregon Trauma Advocates Coalition (OTAC). OTAC is comprised of youth from around Oregon who are … Making Your Voice Heard: Suggestions for Youth by Youth for use in Emergency Rooms
Mindfulness and Neural Integration: Daniel Siegel, MD
In this video, Dr. Daniel Siegel explores how relationships and reflection support the development of resilience in children and serve as the basic ‘3 R’s” of a new internal education of the mind. Source: TEDxStudioCityED View Video
Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support
A 12-item self-report measure of social support, using a 7-point scale from ‘very strongly agree’ to ‘very strongly disagree.’ Source: Zimet, Dahlem, Zimet & Farley, 1988 Download PDF
Nadine Burke Harris: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime
Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. Source: TED Talk View Video
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
The fact sheets linked from this page offer descriptive summaries of some of the clinical treatments, mental health interventions, and other trauma-informed service approaches that the NCTSN and its various centers have developed and/or implemented as a means of promoting the Network’s mission of raising the standard of care for … National Child Traumatic Stress Network Empirically Supported Treatments and Promising Practices
National Child Traumatic Stress Network Standardized Measures to Assess Complex Trauma
The NCTSN’s database of tools that measure children’s experiences of trauma, their reactions to it, and other mental health and trauma-related issues. Source: National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) View Resource
Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NETs)
This City of Portland run program trains residents to provide emergency disaster assistance within their own neighborhoods. Their website also offers many resources and tools for getting organized and being prepared in an emergency. Source: Planning for Resilience & Emergency Preparedness (PREP) View Website PDF
Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
Check out the TIO Road Map to TIC, which offers phases to the implementation process. Each phase contains a marker(s) along the road that is integral to implementing that phase. When clicking on the road or phase sign, a hover box provides a description of that phase and leads you … Road Map to Trauma Informed Care
SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
This document provides a working concept of trauma and a trauma-informed approach applicable across an array of service systems and stakeholder groups. In this paper, SAMHSA puts forth a framework for the behavioral health specialty sectors that can be adapted to other sectors such as child welfare, education, criminal and … SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Social Emotional Learning Resources
This list of resources in English and Spanish contains culturally-responsive, anti-racist information on Social Emotional Learning for educators, parents/guardians, and students. Editable Document Download PDF
Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care
These Standards of Practice for Trauma Informed Care developed by TIO provide benchmarks for planning and monitoring progress and a means to highlight accomplishments as organizations work towards implementing trauma informed care. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Resource Spanish PDF
State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families – Trauma-Informed Care
This site provides a list of effective interventions for children and youth who experience symptoms related to trauma. Source: Department of Children and Families, Connecticut View Resource
Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
This TIO TIP sheet includes resources to support social connection while physical distancing during COVID-19. Physical distancing does not have to equate to social isolation. With a variety of technologies, virtual socializing is easier than ever before. Use video calling to socialize with family and friends, host a happy hour … Staying Connected while Physically Distancing
Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (children and youth)
The SDQ is a brief behavioral screening questionnaire about 3-16 year olds. It exists in several versions to meet the needs of researchers, clinicians and educationalists. Source: YouthinMind View Resource
Summary of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
This handout briefly summarizes the ACE study, conducted by researchers from Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to study how adversity in childhood predicts adult physical, mental, and social well-being. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF Spanish PDF Russian PDF
Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
This training is designed for people who provide peer recovery and support services and peer wellness services. Building on Foundations of Trauma Informed Care, the focus of this training is to help those who access services gain a better understanding of how their body responds to trauma and chronic stress … Supporting Each Other and Ourselves: Trauma Informed Peer Support
Talking About Trauma and Suicide in Public Meetings
Recommendations from TIO to assist in preparing, facilitating and responding in a meeting when sharing personal experiences that may cause distress and trauma, to reflect a trauma informed approach. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Download PDF
The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
This TIP sheet developed by TIO provides tools for making communication trauma informed. The resource maps out the key components that make a script (or set of words) trauma informed. A trauma informed script will help you stay regulated when you are delivering difficult news or getting hard questions. Source: … The Anatomy of a Trauma Informed Script
The Child PTSD Symptom Scale (8 – 18yo)
The CPSS is a 26-item self-report measure that assesses PTSD diagnostic criteria and symptom severity in children ages 8 to 18. It includes 2 event items, 17 symptom items, and 7 functional impairment items. Source: National Center for PTSD, US Department of Veterans Affairs View Resource
The Impact of Trauma on Regulation
This presentation discusses types and degrees of trauma and their effect on beliefs, behaviors, emotional health, and more. Various brain functions and how they are affected by trauma are also discussed. Source: Diane Wagenhals, Program Director for Lakeside Global Institute Download PDF
The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The JVQ is designed to gather information on a broad range of victimizations that may occur in childhood. It can enhance the assessment of any child or adolescent by providing a quantified description of all of the major forms of offenses against youth. Either youth or parents can complete the … The Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire (8 – 18yo)
The Magnitude of the Solution
A PowerPoint presentation focusing on risk, co-occurring problems, public costs, and high leverage solutions to childhood adversity. Source: Laura Porter, ACE Interface Download PDF
Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
This video series discusses how violence and trauma affect children, including the serious and long-lasting consequences for their physical and mental health; signs that a child may be exposed to violence or trauma; and the staggering cost of child maltreatment to families, communities, and the nation. Victims lend their voices … Through Our Eyes: Children, Violence, and Trauma
TIO Introduction to Trauma Informed Care Training Modules
These free online training modules have been created to increase access to foundational training so that the key guiding principles of trauma informed care are accessible to everyone. These four modules are self-guided and self-administered. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon View Training
To Live to See the Great Day that Dawns: Preventing Suicide by American Indian and Alaska Native Youth
This suicide prevention manual assists tribes and communities in developing effective and culturally appropriate suicide prevention plans for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Download PDF
Train the Trainer Presentation in Spanish Definiciones (Key Terms in Spanish)
This Powerpoint document was produced by Trauma Informed Oregon. It is part of Train the Trainer presentation in Spanish with Definiciones — Key terms in Spanish. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Transformational Resilience Program
Learn about climate disruption and trauma and how to develop preventative resilience skills. The Resource Innovation Group (TRIG) is a non-partisan non-profit organization affiliated with the Sustainability Institute at Willamette University. TRIG’s mission is to address the human causes, impacts, and solutions to complex socio-economic-ecological challenges, with a special emphasis on climate … Transformational Resilience Program
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Trauma Education Statement
A workshop activity to help participants begin to view challenging behavior through a ‘trauma lens’, i.e., with heightened awareness of the role and impact of trauma. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care – Framework for Action
A graphic that depicts the principles of trauma informed care along with the role and major activities of Trauma Informed Oregon. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Autistic Survivors
Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Disabled individuals and individuals with disabilities experience high rates of interpersonal violence and other negative life experiences which can lead to trauma. Additionally, due to systemic ableism and other forms of oppression individuals experiencing disability can have difficulty getting access to supportive services. An important part of providing trauma informed … Trauma Informed Care for Survivors With Disabilities
Trauma Informed Care in the Classroom: A Resource Guide for Educators in Higher Learning
TIP sheet from TIO on how to create academic environments that are trauma informed. The TIP sheet aims to provide educators with tools that acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of each student that enters their classroom in order to enhance learning opportunities for all. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Supervision: Questions and Ideas Table
Table developed by TIO that includes ideas and questions to help supervisors implement trauma informed care in their supervision practices. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Care Workgroup Meeting Guidelines
List of questions from TIO to help set guidelines for Workgroup meetings. As TIC Workgroups form and begin to gather information, identify opportunities, set priorities for change, and propose solutions, there are a number of considerations that can help keep the process on track. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Neuro Takeaways
A brief bulleted list of key facts about the neuroscience of trauma as it relates to trauma informed care. Source: Julie Rosenzweig, PhD, Regional Research Institute, Portland State University Download PDF
Trauma Informed Oregon Survey Tools
This PDF lists and describes different survey tools TIO regularly offers organizations interested in TIC. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you would like a copy or guidance for how to use these surveys Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed Oregon believes in the healing power of telling one’s story, and we think that this power is even more critical for parents and families raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hold discussions with parents, caregivers and providers to learn more … Trauma Informed Parenting During COVID-19
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument Scoring Guide and Psychometrics: Organizational Trauma Informed Change
This tool provides psychometric information and the scoring protocol for child welfare agencies using the Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational change Self-Evaluation. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Informed System Change Instrument: Organizational Change Self-Evaluation – The Current System
This organizational assessment was created for child welfare agencies to track system change at a service provider level, at an agency level, and at the county system level. Source: Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center Download PDF
Trauma Lens Exercise
This table developed by TIO provides examples of how you can reframe challenging behaviors through a trauma lens. The examples in the table are some of the most frequently reported in Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO) trainings and include challenging behaviors from service recipients and staff. It also includes challenging environmental … Trauma Lens Exercise
Trauma Specific Services: A Resource for Implementation and Use
Learn about trauma specific services (TSS) and their role in treating individuals affected by trauma, as well as how to implement, seek out, and evaluate these services. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
This organizational assessment was created to provide programs with a roadmap for becoming trauma-informed. The Toolkit offers homeless service providers with concrete guidelines for how to modify their practices and policies to ensure that they are responding appropriately to the needs of families who have experienced traumatic stress. Source: The … Trauma-Informed Organizational Toolkit for Homeless Services
Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
The TESI-C assesses a child’s experience of a variety of potential traumatic events including current and previous injuries, hospitalizations, domestic violence, community violence, disasters, accidents, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. The revised 24-item version (also known as the TESI-CRF-R; Ippen et al., 2002) is more developmentally sensitive to the traumatic … Traumatic Events Screening Inventory for Children
Wellness Relapse Prevention Plan
This workshop exercise helps training participants to identify warning signs of excess stress or secondary trauma in their work and to create a plan to address it effectively. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What is Trauma Informed Care?
This document developed by TIO provides general information about trauma informed care (TIC) especially for individuals new to this topic. Included are guiding considerations, principles and definitions offered by experts in the field. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon English PDF Spanish PDF
What One Thing Can You Do Feedback Questionnaire
Workshop activity to help participants consider concrete action steps to implement trauma informed care in their organizations. Source: Trauma Informed Oregon Download PDF
What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
A PowerPoint presentation from the National Council for organizations seeking to implement the principles of trauma informed care. The recording of the webinar is no longer available, but you can download the slide by clicking on “View the Slides.” Source: National Council for Behavioral Health webinar, Kristi McClure and Cheryl … What You Really Need to Know About Being a Trauma-Informed Organization
Oregon wildfire Support For Wildfire Affected and Survivors
Get Help After a Wildfire
We can connect you to resources
Call 833-669-0554
Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fill out an online form
Fill out the form on the Unite Us website. We will reach out to talk with you about your needs.
Food and shelter
- Emergency food resources
Find food pantries and help with groceries or meals. - Replace SNAP food benefits
If you lost food you bought with SNAP food benefits, you may be able to get your benefits replaced. - Find a Red Cross shelter
You can also use the Red Cross mobile app to look for current shelter openings.
Referrals and support
- 211info website
Contact 211 to find help in your area. There are many ways to contact 211. Interpreters are available. - Lines for Life
Call 800-923-HELP (4357) if you need emotional support or help finding resources. You can call any time, 24/7. Interpreters are available.
Health and safety
- Wildfires and smoke
Learn about protecting your health from wildfire smoke.
Information for resource families (foster care)
In a major emergency or disaster, the local Child Welfare office needs to know where all children in foster care are located.
- What you need to do in a disaster or emergency
- Printable resource sheet:
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PEER SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY
As communities recover from the impacts of recent wildfires, many individuals are left coping with more than just physical loss. The emotional and psychological toll can linger long after the smoke has cleared.
It’s important to recognize when a normal reaction shifts into something more concerning. Emotional responses like fear, sadness, anger, or fatigue are natural and okay in the aftermath of a disaster. It may be a sign that someone needs additional mental health support if:
- these feelings become prolonged,
- are overwhelming,
- or begin to interfere with daily functioning.
How We Can Support Each Other:
- Check in with neighbors and coworkers. A simple conversation can be a lifeline.
- Create space to express emotions. Let people share at their own pace—without judgment. Remember not everyone, especially children and teens, may express emotions and needs the same way others do.
- Know the signs of distress. Fear, anger, sadness, worry, frustration, changes in sleep, appetite, energy or behavior, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, worsening physical health, and increases in use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs may indicate someone needs help.
- Encourage rest and recovery. Healing takes time. Support one another in slowing down and reconnecting with the people and activities you enjoy.
- Stay informed through the news and official sources. It can be helpful to stay informed of resources and steps to recovery. Yet too much can increase stress and anxiety. Taking brief breaks from the news cycle can help find a good balance. Perhaps tag-team who will look at information and report any new, essential information to others, with the responsibility shifting over set time intervals.
Resources Are Available
- Disaster Distress Helpline:
- 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746
- Call or text 988 24/7 or access other support lines
- Call or text 988 24/7
- https://www.nwpeersupport.org/ Peer Support Resources for First Responders
- Healthcare Provider Mental Health and Crisis Support Resource Page
- Mid-Columbia Center for Living https://www.mccfl.org/
1060 Webber Street the Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: 541-296-5452 - Youth/Family Resources:
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
(Spanish version here) - Ready Wrigley: Coping with Disaster (children’s coloring book)
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Fire Recovery Resources
Trinka and Sam The Big Fire book (English version)
Trinka y Juan El Gran Fuego libro (Spanish version)
“Taking Care of Yourself” use this list to help you decide which self-care strategies will work for you
- Helping Children Cope with Disaster – a FEMA guidance document
Facing the aftermath of a wildfire is challenging, but you’re not alone. Download our comprehensive “Rebuild After the Fires” guide to navigate your recovery journey. Plus, learn about our FREE upcoming “Displacement Resilience” LIVE online program designed to support you in rebuilding a life beyond what the fires took.
Wildfire Survivor Handbook
After the Fire: How Forest Therapy Supports Wildfire Survivors and Reconnects Us to the Earth
Resources
New Wildfire Toolkits Recommend Actions To Rebuild Fire-Affected Communities Faster
Resources and actions for local and state-level staff to speed up recovery efforts, with a focus on water infrastructure. https://willamettepartnership.org/wildfire-toolkits-press-release/
Call 833-669-0554. Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Fire Adapted Oregon
The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Fire Adapted Oregon program strengthens community wildfire resilience across Oregon. The community wildfire risk reduction team leads the initiative by offering local support, assistance for funding opportunities, education, and training. Achieving a fire-adapted Oregon requires working collaboratively with a wide range of partners to develop strategies. The program uses statewide data and promotes defensible space and community resilience best practices.
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
How You Can Support Oregon Communities Affected by Wildfires
As wildfires continue to affect communities across Oregon, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management is urging residents to support response and recovery efforts through safe, effective actions like financial giving, volunteering with recognized organizations, and staying informed.
OEM outlines trusted donation and volunteer opportunities, disaster preparedness resources, and emotional support options for those affected.
Ways to Give: Nonprofit Organizations Collecting Wildfire Donations
Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster — https://orvoad.org/ · Coordinates Oregon’s statewide network of nonprofit and faith-based disaster response partners.
Oregon Community Foundation — https://oregoncf.org/ · Accepts donations through its Disaster Readiness and Response Fund.
Wildland Firefighter Foundation — https://wffoundation.org/ · Supports injured wildland firefighters and the families of those killed in the line of duty.
United Way Pacific Northwest Disaster Recovery Fund — https://www.uwpnw.org/disaster_recovery · Funds food, shelter, childcare, and other critical needs for families displaced by disaster.
American Red Cross Cascades Region — https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon.html · Serves Oregon and Southwest Washington with disaster relief, shelter, and blood donation programs.
211info — https://www.211info.org/ · Dial 211 or visit the site for a current list of trusted organizations accepting wildfire donations, including material goods once specific needs are announced.
Volunteer Through Recognized Organizations
Oregon Volunteers in Disaster (ORVID) — https://orvid.oregon.gov/ · Connects volunteers with disaster response organizations across the state.
SERV-OR — https://serv-or.org/ · Registers licensed and previously licensed health care professionals to volunteer during declared emergencies, including the Medical Reserve Corps network.
Emotional Support Resources
Disaster Distress Helpline — https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline · Call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 for 24/7 crisis counseling related to disasters.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org/ · Call, text, or chat 988 anytime for 24/7 crisis support.
The AgriStress Helpline – AgriSafe Network — https://www.agrisafe.org/agristress-helpline/ · Call or text 1-833-897-2474 for crisis support tailored to farming, ranching, fisheries, and forestry communities.
Oregon Health Authority’s Help Page — https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Get-Help.aspx · Lists additional behavioral health and crisis support lines, including guidance for supporting children and teens after a disaster.
Stay Informed and Prepared
Keep Oregon Green — https://keeporegongreen.org/ · Wildfire prevention education and tips to reduce human-caused fires.
OR-Alert — https://oralert.gov · Sign up for local emergency notifications and enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your mobile device. Understand evacuation levels — 1 Ready, 2 Set, 3 GO! — and pack a go bag before an alert arrives; you can evacuate early if needed.
TripCheck — https://www.tripcheck.com · Check current road conditions before traveling, or call 511.
State of Oregon Fires Dashboard — https://geo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/portfolio/index.html?appid=22d04c007866419c91ccf00d097526c8 · Real-time hazard updates, maps, and fire information.
Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery — https://wildfire.oregon.gov/ · Wildfire preparedness, evacuation, and recovery resources.
Oregon Department of Emergency Management — https://www.oregon.gov/oem · Be 2 Weeks Ready by preparing an emergency plan and supplies for at least two weeks after a disaster; follow your county, city, or Tribal office of emergency management and OEM on social media.
About the Oregon Department of Emergency Management
OEM traces its roots to the state’s Emergency Management Division, created by the Oregon Legislature in 1981, and became its own standalone state department on July 1, 2022.
Its mission is to lead collaborative statewide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities it serves, to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters, with a focus on an equitable and inclusive culture of preparedness.
OEM coordinates emergency management for all Oregonians, working with more than 50 county, city, and Tribal emergency management offices statewide.
The agency supports 18 Emergency Support Functions, the statewide OR-Alert notification system, and coordinated response and recovery efforts during declared emergencies.
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Oregon COVID-19 & RSV Information
Updated September 27, 2025
This page provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in Oregon, based on Oregon Health Authority (OHA) data. Readers will find current activity levels, public health updates, and guidance for protecting themselves and their families. The page also lists free or low-cost COVID-19 testing options, home test resources, antiviral treatment programs (including Paxlovid), and telehealth services available to Oregon residents. Each listing includes eligibility requirements, contact numbers, and official links so users can verify the details directly.
Note: While this page covers COVID-19 tests, treatments, and supplies, there are currently no free or subsidized RSV tests or medications widely available to the general public. RSV management is primarily clinical and preventive for high-risk populations.
Source: West Coast Health Alliance. (2025). Consensus WCHA 2025-26 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations [Table]. In Shaanth Nanguneri, Any Oregonian who wants COVID-19 vaccine can get it, state says. Capital Chronicle. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.capitalchronicle.com/news/oregon-covid-vaccine-access-wcha-guidelines
What Are COVID-19 and RSV?
COVID-19
COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It spreads primarily via airborne droplets and aerosols and can cause mild to severe respiratory illness. People at higher risk include older adults, those with chronic health conditions, and people with weakened immune systems. Early treatment with antivirals, such as Paxlovid, can reduce risk of hospitalization.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in infants, older adults, and people with chronic lung or heart conditions. It is a common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children and circulates primarily in fall and winter months.
RSV Resources:
- Surveillance and Monitoring: Activity levels tracked by OHA.
Link: RSV Surveillance Data
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012 - Clinical Care: RSV is typically managed with supportive care at clinics or hospitals.
Contact: Local primary care providers, urgent care, or hospital pediatric/geriatrics departments.
OHA COVID & Respiratory Hotline (general info): 971-673-1222 - Prevention for High-Risk Infants: Palivizumab (Synagis) is available through pediatric care for eligible infants; it is not widely available for adults or general public.
Link: Palivizumab Guidance
Phone: Consult your child’s pediatrician or local OHA immunization program: 971-673-0300 - Preventive Measures: Frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and masking in high-risk settings.
Additional Guidance: OHA RSV Prevention
Current Oregon Status — September 27, 2025
COVID-19:
OHA reports COVID-19 activity is moderate statewide, with wastewater monitoring showing elevated viral activity in some counties. Hospitalizations have stabilized, and deaths remain lower than during past seasonal peaks.
State Dashboard: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/covid19/pages/index.aspx
RSV:
RSV activity is currently low, with no widespread outbreaks reported.
OHA Contact: 971-673-1222 or 1-800-422-6012
COVID-19 Testing, Treatment & Supplies in Oregon
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225 - Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Free or Subsidized Supplies, Testing, and Medication for Medicaid & Medicare Patients
Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan) and Medicare beneficiaries in Oregon have access to several programs providing free or subsidized COVID-19 supplies, testing, and treatment:
- At-Home COVID Tests: OHP members can receive up to 8 rapid antigen tests per month at no cost.
OHP COVID-19 Tests
Phone: 800-562-4620 - Paxlovid & Antiviral Treatments: Eligible Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid free of charge through the Pfizer PAXCESS program, or use co-pay assistance if partially insured.
PAXCESS Program
Phone: 877-219-7225
Free & Subsidized In-Person Testing: Public health clinics and community testing sites offer no-cost PCR and rapid antigen testing, and some provide sliding-scale or low-cost home test kits.
Oregon Testing Sites
Phone: 971-673-1222 / 1-800-422-6012
Access to Vaccines: Free and Low Cost
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Providers (No Cost, No Insurance Needed)
Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Offers vaccines at no cost through the Vaccine Access Program (VAP).
- Available at participating clinics and pharmacies across Oregon.
- No prescription required.
- Find a site: https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov/or call 1-800-232-0233.
OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
- Provides vaccines by appointment for patients aged 12+.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.ohsu.edu/health/covid-19-vaccines-information-and-appointments
211 Info (Statewide)
- Free, confidential assistance for finding vaccination sites anywhere in Oregon.
- Call 211 or visit https://211info.org
CareOregon (Older Adults)
- Provides assistance to older adults (65+) in finding free COVID-19 vaccines across the state.
- Call 503-416-4100 or toll-free 800-224-4840, TTY 711.
- Info: https://www.careoregon.org/members/annual-seasonal-vaccines
COVID.gov
- National directory to locate COVID-19 vaccines, treatments, and tests across Oregon.
- Enter your ZIP code to find nearby resources.
- Visit: https://www.covid.gov
Vaccine Providers, Typically Covered by Insurance
Walgreens
- Vaccines free with most insurance plans.
- No prescription required.
- Schedule here: https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp
Kaiser Permanente
- Free for members aged 6 months and older.
- Schedule here: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/vaccine-appointments
Notes on CVS Pharmacy
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Requires a prescription in Oregon as of 2025.
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Verify coverage with insurance before scheduling.
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National Flood Insurance Program Set to Expire September 30, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM PST
The National Association of Realtors is tracking Congress’s approaching deadline to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the primary source of flood coverage required for most federally backed mortgages.
NAR has published a public FAQ outlining what a lapse in the program’s authority would mean for policyholders, home sales, and closings, along with steps property owners can take now.
NFIP Reauthorization Resources
NAR Flood Insurance FAQ — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance/faq-national-flood-insurance-program-expires-september-30-2026 · Answers to common questions about the September 30 deadline and what a lapse would mean for closings.
NAR Flood Insurance Hub — https://www.nar.realtor/flood-insurance · Ongoing updates on the program’s reauthorization status.
Federal Agency Guidance
FEMA Bulletin (PDF) — https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/bulletins/W-24020/w-24020.pdf · Guidance on flood insurance requirements if authority lapses.
Fannie Mae Selling Guide — https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/sel/b7-3-06/flood-insurance-requirements-all-property-types · Flood insurance requirements for all property types.
Freddie Mac Bulletin 2025-E — https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/bulletin/2025-E · Guidance for lenders during an NFIP lapse.
Joint Federal Regulator Guidance — https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2025/agencies-issue-reminder-institutions-lending-when-national-flood-insurance · Reminder from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, OCC, NCUA, and FCA on lending during a lapse.
Support Services & Contact Information
NAR Member Support — https://www.nar.realtor/contact-us · Call 1-800-874-6500, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Central.
About National Association of REALTORS®
Founded in 1908 as the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) adopted its current name in 1972 and is headquartered in Chicago with a Washington, D.C. office near the U.S. Capitol.
NAR’s mission is to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all, guided by a Code of Ethics first adopted in 1913.
NAR represents more than 1.3 million real estate professionals across the United States and abroad.
The association provides advocacy, research, and continuing education for its members while advancing consumer-focused housing policy, including flood insurance reauthorization.
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