Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war.
PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
WE ARE PEER FOR YOU!
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
Click here to download PDF Format, 16 pages
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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The calendar displays ~50 listings per page. To advance to next page with ~50 more listings, click the right arrow in the lower left corner of the calendar
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Deaf & HoH Accessible Crisis Line
Video Phone with ASL
Available 24/7/365
Call VP (321) 800-3323
Crisis Resources and Deaf-Accessible Hotlines
The National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD) offers several resources and strategies to locate deaf-accessible crisis services, community resources and hotlines:
- Crisis Line for VideoPhone users who use American Sign Language (available 24/7): (321) 800-DEAF (321-800-3323)
- SAMHSA National Disaster Distress Hotline:
- TTY Hotline: 800-846-8517
- VideoPhone Hotline: 800-985-5990
- ASL NOW Button goes to link: https://vibrant.aslnow.io/app/8/10004
- ASL FAQ & VIDEOS Link: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline/asl-faq
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline:
- To chat online with a counselor (2pm-2am Monday-Friday Eastern Standard Time)
- TTY Hotline: 800-799-4889
- Crisis text chatline:
- free, available 24/7, sometimes has Deaf counselors available
- text START to 741-741
- National Domestic Violence Hotline:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- TTY: 1-800-787-3224 (24/7 hotline)
- VP: 1-855-812-1001 (Monday to Friday 9AM—5PM Pacific Standard Time
Link: https://www.nccsdclearinghouse.org/crisis-resources.html
You matter. You are not alone. Meaningful social connections can make a huge difference. You deserve support.
If you know or find additional resources, please share. If you have feedback, please share.
Email us at: [email protected]
“when the world comes crashing at
your feet
it’s okay to let others
help pick up the pieces
if we’re present to take part in your
happiness
when your circumstances are great
we are more than capable
of sharing your pain”
― Rupi Kaur, The Sun and Her Flowers
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2SLGBT+ CRISIS CALL & TEXT SERVICES GUIDE
YOUR GUIDE TO CRISIS CALL & TEXT SERVICES
| 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | Crisis Text Line | Youthline |
| Text or cal l988 | Text “NATIVE” to 741741 | Call 877-968-8491 or text” teen2teen” to 839863 |
| Available 24/7 | Available 24/7 | Available 24/7, youth peers answering from 4pm-10pm PST. |
| Connects to Crisis Counselor | Connects to Crisis Counselor | Connects to youth peer counselors native youth peer counselors available |
| For Any Person | For Any Person | For Youth |
| For any mental health Crisis | For any mental health Crisis | For any mental health crisis or general emotional support |
| Formerly known as the Suicide Prevention Lifeline, operated by SAMHSA | Operated by Crisis Text Line | Operated by Lines for Life |
Human Trafficking
Crisis Line – Trafficking Survivors – Resources – Articles – Peer Support
National Human Trafficking Resource Center
The National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC) is a national, toll-free hotline available to answer calls from anywhere in the country, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.
Toll Free Phone:
1-888-373-7888
Text:
“Help” or “Info” to 233733 (BeFree)
Live chat:
Referral directory:
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National Survivor Network has Peer to Peer Mentors: https://
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Child Welfare Information Gateway
Sex Trafficking Prevention and Intervention Organizations
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Call to Safety Line (Portland, Oregon)
Phone: 503.235.5333
Toll Free: 888-235-5333
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Multnomah County Resources andHotline for victims / survivors:
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OREGON RESOURCE LIST (PDF) for Survivors
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Rebecca Bender (Grants Pass, OR)
Resources Page
REBECCA BENDER IS CEO OF THE REBECCA BENDER INITIATIVE AND FOUNDER OF ELEVATE ACADEMY
Rebecca is a thought leader, advocate, and consultant who equips individuals and organizations to identify and fight human trafficking in their own back yards. She was appointed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, regularly testifies as an expert witness in court, and has trained over 100,000 professionals, including FBI, Homeland Security, regional law enforcement and medical personnel. She works closely with the Oregon Department of Justice and is a leading voice in the fight against trafficking nationally.
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The U.S. INSTITUTE AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING LAUNCHED
PROJECT: REACH OUT
TO REACH AND PROVIDE SERVICES TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIMS.
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Project REACH
Phone: (617) 232–1303 ex. 211
Fax: (617) 232-1280
Email: [email protected]
http://www.traumacenter.org/
General Scope: Project REACH provides consultation and brief mental health services to trafficking victims throughout the United States. Project REACH provides case consultation to local health providers regarding individuals who have been trafficked, offering expertise on trauma and mental health to local providers.
UPDATE: The Trauma Center at JRI has closed. In 2017 Dr. Bessel van der Kolk was terminated due to allegations of creating a hostile environment that allowed the then ED to engage in abusive practices.
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FREE Training Video (Signup Required / eCourse) Utilizing Telehealth in Identifying and Resourcing Trafficking Victims
https://www.
US National Office for Victims of Crime
Upcoming events at:
https://ovc.ojp.gov/events
On-demand events at:
https://ovc.ojp.gov/events/on-
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PREVENTING RETRAUMATIZATION: A MACRO SOCIAL WORK APPROACH
https://www.socialworker.com/
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PEER-TO-PEER SUPPORT TOOLKIT DEVELOPMENT FOR SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING:A WORK IN PROGRESS
https://fspeel.org/wp-content/
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National Human Trafficking Training & Technical Assistance Center Publications
Peer Support Groups Exploratory Brief
https://nhttac.acf.hhs.gov/
CONDUCTING SEEKING SAFETY PEER LED PROGRAM WITH INDIVIDUALS WHO EXPERIENCE HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND SUD
https://nhttac.acf.hhs.gov/
Peer-Led Support Groups: Overview of the Empirical Research and Implications for Individuals Who Have Experienced Trafficking and Substance Use Disorder (Overview, Peer Support Outcomes, etc.)
https://static1.squarespace.
Toolkit for Building Survivor-Informed Organizations (February 2018)
https://nhttac.acf.hhs.gov/
Survivor-Informed Practice: Definition, Best Practices, and Recommendations (October 2017)
https://nhttac.acf.hhs.gov/
Survivor-Informed Practice: Self-Guided Assessment Tool (October 2017)
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Human Trafficking Task Force eGuide: Using a Trauma Informed Approach
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A WAY OUT – 23 ONLINE PEER SUPPORT GROUPS FOR SURVIVORS OF DV / SEXUAL ASSAULT
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HOPE FOR JUSTICE
Spot the signs – several flyers:
Report a concern:
To report a concern of human trafficking or modern slavery
Call (615) 356-0946 on Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm CST
or email: [email protected]
For general information:
USA
HOPE FOR JUSTICE
P.O. Box 280365
Nashville, TN 37228
(+1) 615-356-0946
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm (Central Time)
Visit this link for more information and resources:
Upcoming events including a business lunch and learn, a conference and more:
Spot the signs (further details at this link):
[POTENTIAL] INDICATORS OF MODERN SLAVERY & HUMAN TRAFFICKING
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Houses or flats with too many people, all picked up or dropped off at the same time
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People who seem scared, confused or have untreated injuries
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Few or no documents, or someone else in control of their documents / passport
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No control over their own post/mail, no phone or phone held by someone else
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Low or no pay
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One person speaking on behalf of many others, who may avoid eye contact or conversation
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Lights on at workplaces at strange times – are people living there?
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Feel they are in debt to someone
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Limited freedom of movement and dependency on others
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Fear of police/authorities
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Fear of a trafficker, believing their life or families’ lives are at risk if they escape or complain
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Anxious and unwilling to tell others about their situation
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Poor health, malnutrition or untreated dental conditions
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Bruising; signs of other physical or psychological trauma including anxiety, confusion, memory loss
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Less often, someone believing they are being controlled through witchcraft
Note: Those affected are unlikely to self-identify as a ‘victim’ and may not realize or accept they are being controlled
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Free, 24/7, confidential support is a click away.
The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.
Call the new veterans crisis line’s Number – 988 then Press 1
Chat online Use this Link – ONLINE CHAT
TEXT us at 838255
More Crisis Lines and Warm Lines
Women Veterans Hotline: 855-829-663
Vet Center Call Center: 877-WAR-VETS (927-8387)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Line: 855-260-3274
Lines for Life Military Help Line: Call 1-888-457-4838
Senior Loneliness Line: Call 503-200-1633The
Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Veteran Resource Navigator
The VA Resource Navigator is a simple tool. It helps you access and understands the VA benefits you’ve earned. This go-to guide provides trusted web links, phone numbers, and QR codes to VA services and benefits.
Find information about:
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VA Locations
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Records
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Health Care
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Disability and Benefits
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Education and Training
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Housing Assistance
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Careers and Employment
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Family member, caregiver, and survivor benefits
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Pension
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Burials and Memorials
Download your own copy by clicking the Resources link or image below. Pass this website along to others so they too can learn about the VA Resource Navigator.
https://www.prevention.va.gov/PCL/PCL-VA-Navigator.asp
LOCATE VETERANS SERVICES IN OREGON
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Who Is a Veteran?
Aging Veterans
Caregivers
Homeless Veterans
Justice-Involved Veterans
LGBTQ+ Veterans
Student Veterans
Trauma Information
Tribal Veterans
Veterans in Crisis
Women Veterans
Find Services by County and Throughout the state
National Resource Directory (NRD)
https://nrd.gov/
The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a resource website that connects wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families, and caregivers to programs and services that support them. The NRD is hosted, managed, maintained, sustained and developed by the Defense Health Agency’s Recovery Coordination Program.
It provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics that supply an abundance of vetted resources. For help finding resources on the site, visit the How to Use this site section of the NRD. Please see below for some of our major categories.
The National Recovery Directory is a partnership among the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Information contained within the NRD is from federal, state, and local government agencies; Veteran and military service organizations; non-profit and community-based organizations; academic institutions and professional associations that provide assistance to wounded warriors and their families.
Find definitions to commonly used terms in VA, DoD, DOL, and other federal government agencies.
Get to know your NRD: why it was created, who operates it, and all the resources meant for you.
Find contacts in the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs and Military Services.
Dual Diagnosis Anonymous
DDA Veterans Page
“You protected us, now we support you!”
https://ddainc.org/dda-veterans-page/
DDA was founded by a highly decorated veteran, Corbett Monica. After serving in the Vietnam War, like other veterans, returning to home only find anguish, trauma, and remorse. After suffering from severe PTSD, OCD, survivors guilt, and addictions, Corbett found a way to transcend from destructive means with the inception of Dual Diagnosis Anonymous (DDA) providing hope and recovery through our peer support which is now his legacy.
Culturally responsive DDA’s Veterans meetings are intended to provide a safe venue to be open about depression, post-traumatic stress, alcohol and drug use, abuse, and addiction as well as serve as a resource for navigation of the telehealth system, It will encourage healthy solutions for adapting to the changing times. Specifically. the project will Improve access for Veterans and military service members to dual diagnosis services through the creation of on-line recovery support groups and on-line DDA meetings.
This project will serve Veterans throughout the state and is beginning outreach through Veterans publications, local newspapers, the VA, Veterans websites, list services, and anything else that will help identify Oregonians who can use the services.
More Ways To Connect
Give our Central Office a call at (503)-222-6484
Other Resources
Veterans Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Join our Private Online Group
DDA Veterans Resource Group and Chatroom:
US DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
PTSD: National Center for PTSD
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/
We are the world’s leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.
PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments. Use these links to for information and assistance.
VA Healthcare – Community Care network
https://www.va.gov/
VA’s Center for Women Veterans (CWV)
VA’s Center for Women Veterans (CWV)
Minority Veterans of America
Vet Centers:
Community Based Outpatient Clinics:
Morrow County VA Telehealth Clinic (Boardman OR)
Wallowa County VA Telehealth Clinic (Enterprise OR)
Eugene VA Downtown Clinic
Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)
Defense Health Agency
Improving Health and Building Readiness. Anytime, Anywhere – Always
We are an integrated combat support agency, with a global team of nearly 130,000 civilians and military personnel, serving 9.5M beneficiaries and supporting 700+ hospitals and clinics in the Military Health System.
As a part of the Military Health System, we’re privileged to manage a global health system. Through TRICARE, we deliver health care to 9.5 million patients around the world. In our role as a Combat Support Agency, we provide medical support to the Army, Navy and Air Force.
USE THIS LINK TO FIND CARE
Military Children Resources
Military kids face unique psychological challenges related to military life. Compared to their non-military peers, military kids are many times more likely to move multiple times during their school careers and have a parent absent for long periods of time in potentially dangerous locations – factors that can greatly stress military kids’ mental health.
The Defense Health Agency maintains two online resources to support military children, use the links provided below:
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Sesame Street for Military Families is a free, bilingual (English and Spanish) website where families can find information and multimedia resources on the topics of military deployments, multiple deployments, homecomings, injuries, grief, and self-expression.
RESOURCES ORGANIZED BY TOPIC
Behavioral Health
Burial & Survivor Assistance
Business & Entrepreneurship
Claims & Benefits
Education
Emergency Aid
Employment & Workforce
Family & Caregivers
Health Care
Housing & Homeless Services
Justice & Legal
Long-Term Care & Senior Support
Recreation
Service & Advocacy Organizations
Special Advocacy
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Aging Veteran Outreach / Volunteer Program (no central URL)
Transportation
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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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DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, shall substitute for medical advice or professional advice of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication has been evaluated by the FDA and nothing is intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease, ailment or condition. Information is provided solely as a courtesy, without any warranty or guarantee of any kind whatsoever. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense. Always seek counsel from your medical care team before making any changes to your regimen (e.g. diet, sleep schedule, supplements, activities, etc.)
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Find food near you.
Oregon Food Bank and our statewide partner network are here for you. Find free, nutritious food in communities throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, and connect with services that support resilient communities.
Our network of food pantries and meal sites is here for everyone — inclusive of all races, gender expressions, religions, and immigration statuses.
Free food in our communities
We partner with communities and organizations throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington to make it easy for everyone to access free, nutritious food. These options are community based and accessible to all. At many free food locations, you can also connect with additional services, such as nutrition support and affordable health insurance. Learn more about free food options in your community.
https://www.oregonfoodbank.org/find-support
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Double Up is Oregon’s first statewide incentive program, designed to be convenient for shoppers. The program doubles the value of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits at local farmers markets so shoppers can bring home more fresh fruits and vegetables. Double Up Food Bucks will be offered at more than 75 farmers markets across the state in 2022. The program also provides incentives for SNAP participants purchasing Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares from Oregon farms, and shoppers as several independently-owned rural grocery stores.
Four ways to shop with Double Up Food Bucks in Oregon!
Stretch your Food Dollars
with Double Up Food Bucks
Double Up Food Bucks allows SNAP shoppers to get DOUBLE the fruits and vegetables at CSA shares, Farmers Markets, Farm Stands, and Grocery Stores across Oregon!
How do I know if I’m eligible to use Double Up Food Bucks?
- If you use SNAP food benefits, you can earn Double Up!
- If you use EBT Cash benefits, unfortunately you are not eligible to earn Double Up, however you are eligible to participate in Produce Match at participating farmers markets and farm stands. Learn more.
- Note: Some locations may require a quick sign up at a cashier or information booth
Links about how it works:
1. At Farmers Markets
https://doubleuporegon.org/markets
2. At Grocery Stores
https://doubleuporegon.org/grocery-stores/
3. With CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture)
https://doubleuporegon.org/csa/
4. At Farm Stands
https://doubleuporegon.org/farm-stands/
Image links with text about how it works
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Watch the Double Up Food Bucks Explainer Video
In English
en español
VIEW THE EXPLAINER VIDEO IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES:
на русском (Russian) • bằng tiếng Việt (Vietnamese) • 广东话 (Cantonese) • 普通話 (Mandarin) •
한국어로 (Korean) • af soomaali (Somali) • بالعربية (Arabic)
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211info.org
To inquire about local food resources
Call 211
or text your zip code to 898211,
Monday through Friday 9am-5pm PST
or visit the website: 211info.org
or email: [email protected]
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FeedingAmerica.org
Find Your Local Foodbank
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OSU (Oregon State University) FoodHero.org
Information about growing food in Oregon.
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LowIncomeRelief.com
Information and articles about potential FOOD resources, benefits, etc.(Note: The site may have promotional and/or commercial ads or content seeking to sell books or other goods / services for money, but you are under no obligation)
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FoodPrint.org
Articles and information on sustainability such as
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Shelf Stable Foods frequently requested by Food Banks may include:
Canned Tuna, Peanut Butter, Evaporated Milk, Pasta, Cereal, Beans/Lentils
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Couponing Sites
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Connect with other resources and support
Community organizations and government agencies offer programs that make it easier to afford food and access employment, housing, education and health care. Connect with support and services to help with your rent or mortgage, child care, health services and more at the links below.
Health care
Transportation
Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault survivors
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DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, shall substitute for medical, legal, or professional advice of any kind whatsoever. Information is provided solely as a courtesy without warranty or guarantee of any kind whatsoever. Seek counsel from qualified healthcare professionals before making any changes to your regimen (e.g. diet, exercise, activities, sleep schedule, etc.) and use the counsel at your own risk and expense.
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Veterans Resources, Recovery, Mental Health, Assistance and Information
Vets4Warriors is the nation’s leading 24/7 military peer support program staffed by veterans. We provide immediate, confidential, ongoing support to every member of the US military community, helping before challenges turn into crises.
VA Resource Navigator
The VA Resource Navigator is a simple tool. It helps you access and understands the VA benefits you’ve earned. This go-to guide provides trusted web links, phone numbers, and QR codes to VA services and benefits.
Find information about:
- VA Locations
- Records
- Health Care
- Disability and Benefits
- Education and Training
- Housing Assistance
- Careers and Employment
- Family member, caregiver, and survivor benefits
- Pension
- Burials and Memorials
Download your own copy by clicking the Resources link or image below. Pass this website along to others so they too can learn about the VA Resource Navigator.
https://www.prevention.va.gov/PCL/PCL-VA-Navigator.asp
LOCATE VETERANS SERVICES IN OREGON
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Resources are available to Oregon veterans, family members, and caregivers,
Select Title Below To Learn More About Services by Group.
Who Is a Veteran?
Aging Veterans
Caregivers
Homeless Veterans
Justice-Involved Veterans
LGBTQ+ Veterans
Student Veterans
Trauma Information
Tribal Veterans
Veterans in Crisis
Women Veterans
Find Services by County and Throughout the state
Locate a Veteran Services Office
All Services Statewide
Campus Veteran Services
County Services Directory
County Veteran Services Offices
Transportation Services
Tribal Veteran Service Offices
Veteran Memorials
Home Loans
Oregon Veterans’ Homes
Connect With ODVA
Benefits & Programs
Agency Programs
National Resource Directory (NRD)
https://nrd.gov/
The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a resource website that connects wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families, and caregivers to programs and services that support them. The NRD is hosted, managed, maintained, sustained and developed by the Defense Health Agency’s Recovery Coordination Program.
It provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics that supply an abundance of vetted resources. For help finding resources on the site, visit the How to Use this site section of the NRD. Please see below for some of our major categories.
- American Red Cross
- Benefits & Compensation
- Choose Home
- Community of Care
- Education & Training
- Employment
- Family & Caregiver Support
- Health
- Homeless Assistance
- Housing
- Military Adaptive Sports Program
- Other Services & Resources
- Portfolio of Veterans Benefits (PVB)
- Transportation & Travel
The National Recovery Directory is a partnership among the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Information contained within the NRD is from federal, state, and local government agencies; Veteran and military service organizations; non-profit and community-based organizations; academic institutions and professional associations that provide assistance to wounded warriors and their families.
GLOSSARIES
Find definitions to commonly used terms in VA, DoD, DOL, and other federal government agencies.
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RECOVERY DIRECTORY FACT SHEET
Get to know your NRD: why it was created, who operates it, and all the resources meant for you.
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Dual Diagnosis Anonymous
DDA Veterans Page
“You protected us, now we support you!”
https://ddainc.org/dda-veterans-page
DDA was founded by a highly decorated veteran, Corbett Monica. After serving in the Vietnam War, like other veterans, returning to home only find anguish, trauma, and remorse. After suffering from severe PTSD, OCD, survivors guilt, and addictions, Corbett found a way to transcend from destructive means with the inception of Dual Diagnosis Anonymous (DDA) providing hope and recovery through our peer support which is now his legacy.
Culturally responsive DDA’s Veterans meetings are intended to provide a safe venue to be open about depression, post-traumatic stress, alcohol and drug use, abuse, and addiction as well as serve as a resource for navigation of the telehealth system, It will encourage healthy solutions for adapting to the changing times. Specifically. the project will Improve access for Veterans and military service members to dual diagnosis services through the creation of on-line recovery support groups and on-line DDA meetings.
This project will serve Veterans throughout the state and is beginning outreach through Veterans publications, local newspapers, the VA, Veterans websites, list services, and anything else that will help identify Oregonians who can use the services.
Give our Central Office a call at (503)-222-6484
Join our Private Online Group the DDA Veterans Resource Group and Chatroom:
Join Our Facebook Chatroom
US DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
PTSD: National Center for PTSD
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/
We are the world’s leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.
PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments. Use these links to for information and assistance.
VA Healthcare – Community Care network
https://www.va.gov/COMMUNITYCARE/providers/Community_Care_Network.asp
VA’s Center for Women Veterans (CWV)
Minority Veterans of America
Veteran Centers in Oregon
Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Oregon:
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Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)
Defense Health Agency
Improving Health and Building Readiness. Anytime, Anywhere – Always
We are an integrated combat support agency, with a global team of nearly 130,000 civilians and military personnel, serving 9.5M beneficiaries and supporting 700+ hospitals and clinics in the Military Health System.
As a part of the Military Health System, we’re privileged to manage a global health system. Through TRICARE, we deliver health care to 9.5 million patients around the world. In our role as a Combat Support Agency, we provide medical support to the Army, Navy and Air Force.
USE THIS LINK TO FIND MEDICAL CARE
Military Children Resources
Military kids face unique psychological challenges related to military life. Compared to their non-military peers, military kids are many times more likely to move multiple times during their school careers and have a parent absent for long periods of time in potentially dangerous locations – factors that can greatly stress military kids’ mental health.
The Defense Health Agency maintains two online resources to support military children, use the links provided below:
Sesame Street for Military Families is a free, bilingual (English and Spanish) website where families can find information and multimedia resources on the topics of military deployments, multiple deployments, homecomings, injuries, grief, and self-expression.
RESOURCES BY TOPIC AREA
Behavioral Health
BeyondTheMilitaryUniform.com
URL: https://beyondthemilitaryuniform.com/
Program: Community Connection and Wellness Resources
Eugene Vet Center / U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
URL: https://www.va.gov/eugene-vet-center/
Program: Confidential Counseling and Support Services
K9s For Warriors: https://k9sforwarriors.org/ (Service Dogs for Veterans with PTSD)
K9 Partners for Patriots: https://k9partnersforpatriots.com/ (Service Dogs for Veterans)
Lines for Life – Military Helpline
URL: https://www.linesforlife.org/get-help-now/services-and-crisis-lines/military-helpline/
Program: 24/7 Military Crisis and Support Helpline
NAMI Multnomah
URL: https://www.namimultnomah.org/
Program: Mental Health Support, Education, and Advocacy
Oregon Health Authority – Behavioral Health Division
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/hsd/amh/pages/index.aspx
Program: Statewide Behavioral Health Services and Support
VA Portland Health Care System
URL: https://www.va.gov/portland-health-care/
Program: Comprehensive Veterans Health Care Services
Portland VA Suicide Prevention Team
URL: https://www.va.gov/portland-health-care/ (Main system page)
Program: Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Services
Salem Vet Center
URL: https://www.va.gov/salem-vet-center/
Program: Confidential Counseling and Support Services
Burial & Survivor Assistance
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Survivor Assistance and Memorial Benefits
URL: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/
Program: Burial Benefits and Survivor Support
VA Burial Benefits
URL: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/
Program: Burial and Memorial Benefits
Business & Entrepreneurship
Business Oregon – COBID
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/biz/programs/cobid/pages/default.aspx
Program: Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity
Oregon Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network
URL: https://www.oregonsbdc.org/
Program: Small Business Development and Counseling
Claims & Benefits
Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) Appeals Team
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: State Veterans Affairs Services and Appeals
Benton County Veteran Services
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/counties/benton.aspx
Program: County Veteran Service Office
Lincoln County Veteran Service Office
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/counties/lincoln.aspx
Program: County Veteran Service Office
Portland VA Regional Office (VBA)
URL: https://www.va.gov/portland-va-regional-benefit-office/
Program: Veterans Benefits Administration
Education
ODVA Campus Resource Coordinators
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: Campus-Based Veteran Support
Veterans Educational Bridge Grant
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/education.aspx
Program: Educational Financial Assistance
Veteran Education (State Approving Agency)
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/education.aspx
Program: Education Program Approval and Oversight
Chemeketa Community College
URL: https://www.chemeketa.edu/veterans/
Program: Veterans Services and Educational Support
Oregon State University
URL: https://veterans.oregonstate.edu/
Program: Veterans and Military Services
Portland State University
URL: https://www.pdx.edu/student-veteran-resource-center/
Program: Student Veteran Resource Center
Emergency Aid
American Legion – Department of Oregon
URL: https://www.orlegion.org/
Program: Veterans Support and Community Service
211info
URL: https://www.211info.org/
Program: Information and Referral Services
Oregon Veterans’ Emergency Financial Assistance Grant
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/emergency-financial-assistance.aspx
Program: Emergency Financial Assistance for Veterans
Employment & Workforce
DPSST – Dept. of Public Safety Standards and Training
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/dpsst/pages/index.aspx
Program: Public Safety Standards and Training
Easterseals Oregon – Veterans Programs
URL: https://www.easterseals.com/oregon/
Program: Veterans Employment and Support Services
Goodwill HVRP – Veteran Connections
URL: https://www.goodwill-oregon.org/
Program: Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program
Oregon Department of Corrections – Veteran Hiring
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/doc/
Program: Veteran Employment Opportunities
Oregon Employment Department – Veteran Services
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/employ/businesses/veterans/pages/default.aspx
Program: Veteran Employment Services
Vocational Rehabilitation Services – Oregon
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/seniors-disabilities/vr/pages/index.aspx
Program: Vocational Rehabilitation Services
OSBEELS – State Licensing
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/bcd/licensing/pages/index.aspx
Program: Building Codes Division Licensing
Family & Caregivers
Oregon Child Support Program
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/doj/child-support/pages/default.aspx
Program: Child Support Services
Returning Veterans Project
URL: https://www.returningveterans.org/
Program: Mental Health and Family Support Services
Health Care
Oregon Health Authority – Behavioral Health & Oral Health
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/hsd/amh/pages/index.aspx
Program: Behavioral Health Services
Portland VA Health Care System – M2VA Program
URL: https://www.va.gov/portland-health-care/
Program: Military to VA Transition Program
VA NCRAR – Auditory Research
URL: https://www.va.gov/PORTLANDRESEARCH/
Program: National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research
Housing & Homeless Services
ODVA ORVET Home Loan Program
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/home-loan.aspx
Program: Oregon Veteran Home Loan Program
ODVA Houseless Veteran Program & Emergency Financial Assistance
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/emergency-financial-assistance.aspx
Program: Homeless Veterans Support and Emergency Aid
Oregon Department of Revenue
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/dor/pages/index.aspx
Program: Tax Services and Veterans Property Tax Exemptions
Oregon Housing and Community Services
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs/pages/index.aspx
Program: Housing Assistance and Community Development
VETcare, WestCare Oregon
URL: https://vetcareoregon.org/
Program: Veterans Housing and Reintegration Services
Justice & Legal
Disability Rights Oregon
URL: https://www.disabilityrightsoregon.org/
Program: Disability Rights Advocacy and Legal Services
ODVA Incarcerated Veterans Program
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: Support for Incarcerated Veterans
Oregon Judicial Department
URL: https://www.courts.oregon.gov/
Program: State Court System and Veterans Treatment Courts
Long-Term Care & Senior Support
ODVA Conservatorship and Representative Payee Services
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: Financial Management Services
Oregon Veterans’ Homes (The Dalles & Lebanon)
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/services/pages/veterans-homes.aspx
Program: Long-Term Care Facilities for Veterans
Residential Facilities Ombudsman
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/ltco/pages/index.aspx
Program: Long-Term Care Ombudsman Services
Recreation
Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife – Vets License Programs
URL: https://www.dfw.state.or.us/
Program: Disabled Veteran Hunting and Fishing License Program
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
URL: https://www.oregonstateparks.org/
Program: Parks Access and Recreation Programs
Service & Advocacy Organizations
Gold Star Wives of America
URL: https://www.goldstarwives.org/
Program: Support for Military Widows
Marine Corps League – State of Oregon & Local Detachments
URL: https://www.mcloregon.com/
Program: Marine Corps Veterans Support
Military Order of the Purple Heart – Oregon Chapter
URL: https://www.purpleheart.org/
Program: Combat-Wounded Veterans Support
Oregon Military Museum Project
URL: Specific URL not found
Oregon Talking Book & Braille Library
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/osl/tbbls/pages/index.aspx
Program: Accessible Reading Materials
Wounded Warrior Project
URL: https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Program: Wounded Veteran Support Services
Special Advocacy
Aging Veteran Outreach / Volunteer Program
No central URL – Community-based programs
Office of Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06)
URL: https://salinas.house.gov/
Program: Congressional Veterans Services
LGBTQ+ Veterans
URL: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health/lgbtq/
Program: LGBTQ+ Veteran Support Services
Tribal Veterans Programs
URL: Various tribal websites and VA programs
Women Veterans Coordinators – ODVA
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: Women Veterans Support Services
Transportation
Cherriots – Regional Bus Services
URL: https://www.cherriots.org/
Program: Public Transportation Services
Oregon DMV (ODOT)
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/pages/index.aspx
Program: Driver and Motor Vehicle Services
Highly Rural Veteran Transportation Grant (ODVA)
URL: https://www.oregon.gov/odva/pages/default.aspx
Program: Rural Veteran Transportation Support
Dec 13 all-day
VisionAware
Are you or a family member having difficulty seeing? Or perhaps been diagnosed with an eye condition such as macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone: vision problems affect 25 million Americans, and they are on the rise.
VisionAware is a free, easy-to-use informational service for adults who are blind or have low vision, their families, caregivers, healthcare providers, and social service professionals. Visitors will find tips and resources on living with blindness or low vision; information on eye diseases and disorders; and a searchable, free directory at this link: https://aphconnectcenter.org/directory/search.
Eye Conditions
Some changes in vision are normal as we grow older. This section of our website can help you understand these vision changes, alert you to abnormal changes in vision, and […]
Recreation and Leisure
From crafts, woodworking, traveling, and reading to sports and exercise, this section is full of information on the variety of activities people who are blind or low vision can engage […]
Products and Technology
Discover low and high-tech solutions enabling independence at home and work, connection with friends and family, and enjoyment of hobbies and leisure activities.
Professionals
Find resources and techniques you can use to serve people who are blind or low vision effectively and safely, and learn key information about the impact of aging and vision […]
Families and Friends
Do you know someone (parent or family member, neighbor, or friend) having trouble seeing? You may be wondering about blindness/ low vision and how to talk with them about it. […]
Living with Blindness or Low Vision
If you are new to blindness or low vision, take the journey one day and one step at a time. Utilize our tips for adjusting to vision changes, living independently, […]
Bridges Oregon
Hard of Hearing
RESOURCES
Bridges Oregon, Inc. is a nonprofit organization serving Oregonians who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing or face other communication barriers. It is in our mission to facilitate equity and inclusiveness and to provide a bridge to opportunities through advocacy, education and communication.
Advocacy
American Sign Language (ASL)
- Portland Community College ASL Studies (link)
- Sign Class (link)
- Western Oregon University ASL Studies (link)
Children
- Position Statement on Improving Child Protection Services for Families with Deaf Individuals (link)
- Position Statement on Quality Foster Care Services Continuum for Deaf Children (link)
- Position Statement on Mental Health Services for Deaf Children (link)
- Protecting the Rights of Parents and Prospective Parents with Disabilities: Technical Assistance for State and Local Child Welfare Agencies and Court (link)
Community
- Abolition and Disability Justice’s Guiding Principles (link)
- Community-Based Needs Assessment (CNA) of Oregon’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities: Final Report as of December 30, 2016 (link)
- Hands and Voices of Oregon (link)
- How many Deaf and Hard of Hearing people live in Oregon by counties (link)
- Oregon Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (link)
- Quota in Central Oregon (link)
- Research & Resource Center with Deaf* community (RRCD) at Western Oregon University (link)
Crime Safety
Deaf-owned Businesses in Oregon
- A5 Interpreting (link)
- Clackamas River Growlers (link)
- Camp Taloali (link)
- Cymaspace (link)
- Jennifer Jo Deily Fine Art (link)
- King’s Hookah Lounge (link)
- Looslea Holsteins Dairy Farm (link)
- Pah! Restaurant (link)
- PILEA Play (link)
- Sign Class (link)
- Tactile Communications (link)
- Tim Baker’s Lawn Care (link)
DeafBlind
- American Association of the DeafBlind (link)
- DeafBlind Kids (link)
- DeafBlind Interpreting: National Training & Resource Center (link)
- Helen Keller National Center Region 10: Northwest (link)
- Oregon Commission for the Blind (link)
- Oregon DeafBlind Project (link)
- National Center on DeafBlind (link)
- Protactile Communications (link)
- Protactile Language Interpreting: National Education Program (link)
- For more information, please refer to the “Telecommunication” subgroup below.
Deaf with additional disabilities
Education
- House Bill 3183 Toolkit: A Resource for Special Education Providers Regarding the Relevant Services and Placement Options for a Child Who Is Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing. August 2022. (link)
- Language Assessment for American Sign Language (link)
- Oregon Department of Education’s Kindergarten Ready Assessment (KRA) on Deaf and Hard of Hearing children
- Report of 2017 House Bill 3412: Task Force on Assessments of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (referred as LEAD-K) (link)
Emergency Preparedness
- Checklist for Emergency Responder: Ensuring Language Access and Effective Communication During Response and Recovery (link)
Hard of Hearing
- Help to pay for Hearing Aids (link)
- Hearing Loss Association of Oregon (link)
- Hearing Loss Association of Lane County (link)
- Hearing Loss Association of Linn and Benton (link)
- Hearing Loss Association of Portland Chapter (link)
Health
- ADA National Network: Healthcare and Face Coverings: Reducing Communication Barriers for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patients (link)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV): Informational Videos in ASL (link)
Housing
- Oregon ASL Realtors (link)
Hotlines
- Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Oregon (link)
- ASL COVID-19 Hotline (link)
- National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline (link)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (link)
- Oregon Hate Crimes and Bias Hotline (link)
Interpreters
- File a complaint on a Healthcare Interpreter with Oregon Health Authority (link)
- File a complaint on a certified or qualified interpreter with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (link)
- List of Deaf Interpreters in Oregon by Research and Resource Center with Deaf* community (RRCD) at Western Oregon University. (link)
- List of ASL Interpreter Agencies in Oregon (link)
- Portland Community College Interpreting Training program (link)
- Search for certified or qualified Oregon Healthcare Interpreter (link)
- Report a Patient Safety Issue in Medical settings e.g., an interpreter agency sends non-qualified interpreter to the appointment (link)
- Search for certified or qualified Sign Language interpreters with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (link)
- Western Oregon University Online Interpreting Training program (link)
Late-Deafened
- Association of Late-Deafened Adults (link)
Law
- Oregon’s own version of ADA law (ORS 659a)
Law Enforcement
- Deaf/Hard of Hearing Communication Card with Police (visor card, wallet card)
- Community Proposal Directive for Law Enforcement Agencies (link)
- Pullover Pal (link)
- Oregon Legislative Update: Governor SIGNED on 5/6/2021! Proposed bill to provide “that the registered owner may request that registration cards issued for vehicles include that owner, or person operating vehicle, may be deaf or hard of hearing.” (link)
Lawsuits in Oregon (current & past)
- Kristina Boswell v. State of Oregon, U.S.D.C. Case No. 3:22-cv-00502-MO (link)
- Abraham v. Corizon Health, Inc (2022)
- Viewpoint to pay $225,000 to deaf job applicant Indi Matthews for employment discrimination (2022)
- Abraham v. Corizon Health, Inc: Deaf Inmate’s Disability Bias Claim (2020)
- Disability Rights Oregon filed lawsuit on behalf of protesters with disabilities (2020)
- Deaf prisoners: Oregon should use only certified interpreters, groups say (2019)
- Springfield to pay $450,000 to deaf man injured by police officer (2019)
- Ludwig v. State of Oregon: Employment Discrimination (2018)
- DOJ sues Pacific Northwest on behalf of Oregon Veteran with Hearing Loss (2017)
- Abraham v. Corizon Health, Inc: Clackamas County Jail failed to provide ASL interpreter service for medical treatment (2017)
- Oregon University Settles Lawsuit over Service Dog (2014)
- Deaf inmate gets $150,000 settlement from Oregon after claiming assigned jobs were discriminatory (2014)
- Wolfe v. City of Portland: Police did not provided ASL interpreter in response to 9-1-1 call (2012)
- Oregon v. Mason: Portland Police did not provide ASL interpreter to translate the Miranda Warnings (1981)
*Please let us know if we missed any current or past lawsuits pertaining to deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing Oregonians.
Legislative Bills (2023 Legislative Session)
- Legislative Session is Closed.
Legislative Bills (passed)
- 2023 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 2994 Modifies requirements for health insurance coverage of hearing-related items and services. (link).
- 2023 Regular Session. Senate Bill (SB) 569 Requires closed-captioned television receivers in public areas within places of public accommodation to display closed captioning unless exception applies. (link)
- 2023 Regular Session. Senate Bill (SB) 685 Modifies the definition of “Communication Facilitator” (link)
- 2023 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 2696 Authorizes Health Licensing Office to issue sign language interpreter licenses to qualified applicants. (link)
- 2023 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 2669 Bill of Rights for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Children relating to Education. (link
- 2021 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 2498. “Provides that the registered owner may request that registration cards issued for vehicles include that owner, or person operating vehicle, may be Deaf or Hard of Hearing.” (link)
- 2021 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 3183. “Requires parents of child who is deaf or deafblind or who is hard of hearing to be provided information about relevant services and placements offered by school district, education service district, regional programs and Oregon School for the Deaf whenever individualized family service plan or individualized education program is developed, revised or reviewed.” (link)
- 2019 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 3205. “Expands Telecommunication Devices Access Program to include provision of communication facilitator.” (link)
- 2017 Regular Session. House Bill (HB) 3412. “Establishes Task Force on Assessments of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.” (link)
Medical
- Oregon Health Authority COVID-19 ASL Video (link)
- Oregon Health Authority’s Deaf/Hard of Hearing Preferred Language Card (link)
- Oregon Health Authority’s FAQ Regarding Providing Interpreter Services to Individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing or Individuals with Limited English Proficiency in Medical Settings (link)
- Report a Patient Safety Issue in Medical settings e.g., no accommodation provided (link)
Mental Health
- List of ASL Therapists in Oregon (PDF)
Safety
- Text to 9-1-1 (link)
- Get A Smoke Alarm by American Red Cross (link)
- Statewide Area: Smoke Alarms for Oregonians (link)
- Portland Area: Smoke Alarms for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Portlanders (link)
- Bend Area: Smoke Alarms for Oregonians who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (link)
Self-Advocate
- Civil Rights for Individuals and Advocates (link)
Seniors
- Avamere Chestnut Lane Assisted Living for the Deaf and DeafBlind, Gresham (link)
Sister Services
- Northwest Human Services Connection: for the Deaf, DeafBlind, & Hard of Hearing (link)
Support Groups
- ASL access NA, AL-ANON, NAR-ANON, and AA 12-Steps Program Virtual Support Groups (link)
- Portland Deaf Access Committee of Alcoholics Anonymous (link)
Telecommunications and Internet
- Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) (link)
- DeafBlind MMX Videophone (link)
- Free iPad, iPhone, and other equipment for Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing (link)
- ICanConnect – Oregon (link)
- Oregon Lifeline (link)
- Oregon Statewide Assistive Technology Program (link)
Video Access
*Deaf – Bridges Oregon has adopted with minor adaptations, the definition of ‘Deaf’ that is used by the National Deaf Center (NDC). Bridges Oregon is using the term deaf in an all-inclusive manner, to include people who may identify as D/deaf, DeafBlind, deaf-blind, deaf with additional disabilities, hard of hearing, late-deafened, and/or persons with unilateral/bilateral hearing loss. Bridges Oregon recognizes that for many individuals, identity is fluid and can change over time or with setting. Bridges Oregon has chosen to use one term, Deaf, with the goal of recognizing experiences that are shared by all members of our diverse communities while also honoring all of our differences. Source: https://www.nationaldeafcenter.org/defining-deaf
Dec 13 all-day
Cold Weather Warming Shelters and Resources
(Selected Oregon Statewide List)
REGION 1 — Portland Metro (Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas)
Multnomah County – Care for When It’s Cold
Website: Visit website
https://www.multco.us/programs/care-when-its-cold
Washington County – Emergency Shelter Programs
Website: Visit website
https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/housing/shelters
Clackamas County – Warming Centers
Website: Visit website
https://www.clackamas.us/relief
City of Portland – Winter Weather Services & Warming Info
Website: Visit website
https://www.portland.gov/311/winterweatherservices
REGION 2 — Willamette Valley (Marion, Polk, Linn, Benton, Yamhill)
Church at the Park / Salem — 503-588-7979
Website: Visit website
https://churchatthepark.org
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA)
Website: Visit website
https://mwvcaa.org
Benton County – Warming & Cooling Centers
Website: Visit website
https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/warming-cooling/
Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP) — 503-687-1480
Website: Visit website
https://yamhillcap.org
REGION 3 — Oregon Coast (Clatsop, Tillamook, Lincoln, Coos, Curry)
211info – Coastal Warming Centers
Website: Visit website
https://www.211info.org/winter-and-severe-weather-shelters
Lincoln County – Winter Weather Updates
Website: Visit website
https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/CivicAlerts.asp?AID=127&ARC=275
REGION 4 — Southern Willamette & Lane County
Lane County – Warming Spaces List
Website: Visit website
https://www.lanecountyor.gov/government/county_departments/health_and_human_services/public_health/warming_spaces
Egan Warming Centers (Eugene/Springfield)
Website: Visit website
https://eganwarmingcenters.org
City of Corvallis – Winter Weather Information
Website: Visit website
https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/publicworks/page/city-preparing-snow-and-ice-1
REGION 5 — Southern Oregon (Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, Lake)
Jackson County – Winter Weather Resources
Website: Visit website
https://www.jacksoncareconnect.org/members/member-resources/winter-weather-resources
Medford Severe Weather Shelter – ACCESS
Website: Visit website
https://accesshelps.org/medford-severe-weather-shelter/
Ashland – Winter/Extreme Weather Shelter
Website: Visit website
https://ashlandoregon.gov/1067/Homeless-Services
REGION 6 — Central Oregon (Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson, Warm Springs)
Central Oregon Homeless Leadership Coalition – Warming Shelters
Website: Visit website
https://cohomeless.org/news/winter-warming-shelters/
NeighborImpact – Warming Shelters (Including Warm Springs)
Website: Visit website
https://www.neighborimpact.org/warming-shelters/
REGION 7 — Columbia Gorge & Eastern / Rural Oregon
211info – Eastern Oregon Warming Centers
Website: Visit website
https://www.211info.org/winter-and-severe-weather-shelters
Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission – Gorge Warming Resources
Website: Visit website
https://critfc.org/fishery-announcement/gorge-warming-resources-for-upcoming-storm/
TRIBAL & NATIVE COMMUNITY RESOURCES (OREGON)
Warm Springs Homeless Shelter — 541-553-0497
Website: Visit website
https://www.neighborimpact.org/warming-shelters/
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde – Social Services
Website: Visit website
https://www.grandronde.org/government/social-services/
ODHS – Tribal Grants for Warming/Cooling/Cleaner Air
Website: Visit website
https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/about/legislativeinformation/2024-orem-warming-cooling-cleaner-air.pdf
STATEWIDE EMERGENCY & WINTER-STORM SAFETY
211info – Central Access Line
Website: Visit website
https://www.211info.org
American Red Cross – Cascades Region
Website: Visit website
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon.html
Oregon Department of Emergency Management – Winter Storm Toolkit
Website: Visit website
https://www.oregon.gov/OEM/Documents/WinterStormsCommunicationsToolkit.pdf
Information, hours, and activation criteria for shelters and warming centers change frequently based on weather and funding. Always call 2-1-1 or the listed local number, or check the linked website, before traveling to any site. Information is provided as a courtesy only, services are not provided by PeerGalaxy and the services provided are incomplete.
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Mindfulness in the Workplace A Guide for Employers
Check out CAFE TAC’s latest guide for employers looking to enhance the wellness and productivity of their workforce,
Mindfulness in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers.
Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with awareness and acceptance. In the workplace, mindfulness can significantly enhance employee well-being and improve overall organizational performance. In fact, mindfulness can play a part in the success of your organization by enhancing employee wellness, productivity, and retention.
Learn how in Mindfulness in the Workplace Get the full PDF guide here: A Guide for Employers!
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Foster Care Resource Directory
Hello, young people!
Did you know that Former Foster Youth (FFY) have access to Medicaid services from the age of 18 until their 26th birthday?
Here are a couple of great contacts to help answer questions and resolve issues:
For problems or complaints, contact Oregon’s Ombudsman, Darin Mancuso, at 1-855-840-6036 or you can email him.
Foster Care Resource Directory Page
Search for resources in your state, follow this link to the FosterClub resource Page.
Search the Resource Directory Here
After you arrive at the Directory Page, You Search for 22 different resources types by whatever state you select.
Resource Types Available
After you arrive at the resource page, you can select one or all of the resource types you may be interested in. Then select the state that you want to look for resources in.
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Moms for All Paths to Recovery (MAP)
This is an online Facebook group for moms who have or had children that are experiencing issues due to alcohol or drug use. We also have advocates, harm reductionists, and experts in the field of addiction in our camp.
We mothers often feel powerless to act on behalf of our own (and our family and children’s) best interests. But we know the antidote to powerlessness: KNOWLEDGE.
* THAT’S WHY THIS IS NOT A SUPPORT GROUP
It is a hub for information and resources that are relevant to our member audience, based on science, and driven by data.
We encourage you to engage with our community by posting relevant information: Trusted news reports, scientific articles, and any other information that would be helpful to our members in navigating this long and winding road.
Of course, data doesn’t speak for itself, and members are free to post their interpretations of the information shared here. We do not necessarily have to agree with everything that’s posted; critical conversations are important and make us stronger and wiser. So take what you need, and leave the rest behind.
Follow this link to Join
Group rules from the admins
* We support Harm Reduction (meeting people where they’re at).
* We do NOT believe in the concepts of “tough love,” “enabling” and “codependency.”
* We support ALL Pathways to Recovery, including FDA approved medications for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
* We do NOT support drug induced homicide laws. PLEASE DO NOT JOIN THIS GROUP if you are not OPEN to LEARNING more about the above or to promote anything that is contrary to our principles.
Avoid Stigmatizing Language
It’s important to ensure that the language we use to talk about substance use is respectful and compassionate. Terms like; addict, junkie, drug abusers, etc. will be deleted (we have a complete list of suggested terms in our GUIDE section). Using neutral, medically accurate terminology when describing substance use is preferred. Please use people-first language, that focuses first on the individual.
Be Kind and Courteous
We are all on this roller-coaster ride together. Please treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
Do Not Advertise or Promote Your Services
But we do welcome your opinions and any other relevant information as it pertains to our groups subject matter. This needs to be a safe space without sales. Give more to this group than you take. Self-promotion, spam, and irrelevant links aren’t allowed.
Irrelevant content will be deleted.
We Are Mothers
We are not medical professionals. Our only degree is in mothering our children through addiction. We do however, bring a wealth knowledge based on our experiences.
Do Not Ask for Mony or Post Fundraisiers
We do not allow solicitation of any kind. The only fundraiser we support is for our annual Warrior Woman Retreat and to support our LIVE giveaways.
Do Not BLOCK Group Admins
MAP is an educational group, and we encourage thoughtful discussion. The full benefit, however, cannot be gained if members block Admins who comment in the group or who post relevant content, including announcements. Members who block Admins will be removed from the Group. Posts shared into MAP by individuals who have our Admins blocked will likewise be deleted since we are unable to validate the legitimacy of the post if we cannot view the information.
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Military Guide: Upholding Your Oath When Orders Cross the Line
As a U.S. service member, your duty is to uphold the Constitution and follow only lawful orders. When an order crosses that line, knowing how to respond is critical—for your mission, your team, and your integrity. This guide provides clear, actionable steps to help you stand on your oath, protect yourself and your fellow service members, and access trusted military resources when facing questionable or illegal directives.
Table of Contents
- The Oath of Service
- What to Do Now
- Branch Resources
- Shared Resources
- IG Reporting (Inspector General)
- Mental Health Support
- Final Word
- Crisis and Help Numbers
The Oath of Service and Your Duty
You swore to support and defend the Constitution. That oath compels you to refuse illegal orders and uphold the law—even under pressure. You protect your unit, the mission, and your nation.
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UCMJ Articles 90–92 (Uniform Code of Military Justice, 64 Stat. 109, 10 U.S.C. Chapter 47) make this clear: only lawful orders are obligatory.
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If you comply with an illegal order, you may be held accountable under military or international law.
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Officers also swear to faithfully discharge their duties—command responsibility is real.
Unlawful Use of Troops on U.S. Soil — The Posse Comitatus Act (18 U.S.C. § 1385)
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This federal law prohibits the use of the U.S. Army or Air Force to enforce domestic laws unless expressly authorized by the Constitution or an act of Congress.
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The Department of Defense applies this restriction to the Navy and Marine Corps as well.
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It forbids domestic policing actions such as arrests, crowd control, surveillance, or searches without specific legal authorization.
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Violations are criminal offenses—you cannot be lawfully ordered to conduct such operations unless legally authorized.
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This statute protects both the public and military personnel from illegal misuse of military force in civilian affairs.
What to Do Now
Stop and Assess –
- Doubt the order? Pause and record the details.
- Check whether the mission violates the Posse Comitatus Act if it involves enforcing domestic law or targeting civilians on U.S. soil.
Contact JAG Immediately –
- Legal advice is confidential and your right.
Document Everything –
- Include names, dates, times, and exact wording of the order
Report Through Official Channels –
Use JAG, Inspector General, or whistleblower protections under 10 U.S.C. § 1034
Protect Your Mental Health –
Respond to Retaliation –
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If you face consequences for refusing an unlawful order, escalate through JAG and IG
Safe First Actions (if you’re unsure)
- Do not comply immediately
- Contact JAG right away
- Write down all details
- Call Military OneSource or Military Crisis Line
- Officer Leadership Checklist
- Refuse illegal orders
- Protect your subordinates
- Ensure your team knows how to report safely
- Monitor for signs of moral injury
- Use JAG and IG early
- Model lawful behavior under stress
Branch Resources
- Army:
- Legal: Army JAG Corps – https://www.jagcnet.army.mil/ – 866‑ARMY‑JAG; Trial Defense Service
- Mental Health: Ask for COSC (Combat & Operational Stress Control) support, or use Military Crisis Line and Military OneSource
- Officer Note: Consult JAG and protect your Soldiers
Navy and Marine Corps:
- Legal:
- Navy JAG Corps – https://www.jag.navy.mil/ – (202) 685‑5580; Marine JAG via base or Military OneSource
- Mental Health: Reach out to NCCOSC / COSC (Combat & Operational Stress Control); use Military Crisis Line ; Safe Helpline – https://www.safehelpline.org/
- Officer Note: Set lawful standards and care for your Sailors and Marines
Air Force and Space Force:
- Legal: Air Force Legal Assistance Locator – https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil/ – HQ JAG: 703‑614‑3021
- Mental Health: Access OSCAR (Operational Stress Control and Readiness), chaplains, Military Crisis Line, or Military OneSource
- Officer Note: Intervene early and lead within your oath
Coast Guard:
- Legal: Legal Services Command 202‑372‑3783; Academy Legal Assistance 860‑701‑6795
- Mental Health: Use HSWL (Health, Safety & Work Life), chaplains, Military Crisis Line, or Military OneSource
- Officer Note: Ethical leadership is vital in smaller teams
Shared Resources
- Military OneSource – https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ – 800‑342‑96
- Military Crisis Line – dial 988 then press 1
- Safe Helpline – https://www.safehelpline.org/ – 877‑995‑5247
- VA Mental Health – 877‑222‑8387
- Whistleblower Protection (10 U.S.C. § 1034)
- DoD IG Hotline – 800‑424‑9098 (DSN 312‑664‑8799)
Additional External Resources
GI Rights Hotline
If you need independent advice about your rights, discharges, or how to respond to unlawful orders or retaliation, you can contact the GI Rights Hotline. This service is free and confidential, staffed by trained counselors (not attorneys) who can help you understand your options.
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Phone: 1‑877‑447‑4487
IG Reporting
- Army IG Locator – https://ig.army.mil/ – Hotline: 800‑752‑9747 / DSN 312‑865‑1845
- Navy IG (SecNav) – https://www.secnav.navy.mil/ig – Hotline: 800‑522‑3451 / DSN 288‑6842
- Air Force IG – https://www.afinspectorgeneral.af.mil/ – Toll-free: 1‑800‑538‑8429; DSN 202‑404‑5354
- When reporting, mention 10 U.S.C. § 1034 to activate whistleblower protections. Use JAG and IG together to support your concerns.
Mental Health Support
Illegal orders and moral injury can lead to PTSD, career disruption, substance use, or worse. Early help is warrior strength.
- Use COSC (Combat & Operational Stress Control) / OSCAR, chaplains, Military OneSource, or Military Crisis Line
- Ask in advance what is confidential.
- Officers: Encourage team use of mental-health resources—they deserve care and clarity.
Final Word
- You serve in a force backed by training, legal rights, and the Constitution. Act lawfully, protect your team, and uphold mission integrity. Your example matters. Stand firm. Stand ready.
- Crisis and Help Numbers
- Military OneSource – https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ – 800‑342‑96
- Military Crisis Line– dial 988 then press 1
- Safe Helpline – https://www.safehelpline.org/ – 877‑995‑5247
- DoD IG Hotline – 800‑424‑9098 (DSN 312‑664‑8799)
- VA Mental Health – 877‑222‑8387
DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this communication nor any content linking to or from this communication shall substitute for legal, medical or other professional advice of any kind whatsoever. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
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NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION
www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In fact, eating disorders have the second highest mortality rate of all mental health disorders, surpassed only by opioid use disorder.
Eating disorders are widely misunderstood illnesses and support options are often inaccessible. As a result, too many people are left feeling helpless, hopeless, and frightened. Through our programs and services, NEDA raises awareness, builds communities of support and recovery, funds research, and puts vital resources into the hands of those in need.
Our Mission
NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care.
Our Vision
NEDA envisions a world without eating disorders.
Programs and Services
Whether you have been personally affected by an eating disorder or care about someone who has, NEDA’s programs and services are designed to help you find the help and support you need. Recovery is possible and we’re here to support you!
Screening Tool
This short eating disorders screening — appropriate for ages 13 and up — can help determine if it’s time to seek professional help.
Find Treatment
NEDA has a database of treatment providers across the country. Use our finder tool to locate options near you.
Where Do I Start?
You’ve decided it’s time to seek help and we’re so glad you did. NEDA is here to support you on your journey. These resources can help you take the first step to getting the help you deserve.
How Do I Help?
Having a strong support network is important to recovery. Whether you’re a loved one or a professional, there are steps you can take to offer support.
Free & Low Cost Support
Everyone deserves support for their eating concerns, and NEDA wants to connect you with resources that can help in addition to professional help. These free and low cost support options offer ways to connect with others and provide tools to promote recovery. Please note that these options do not replace professional treatment. We are listing them as additional support options to supplement recovery or maintenance.
Recovery & Relapse
Recovery from an eating disorder can take months, even years. Slips, backslides, and relapse tend to be the rule, rather than the exception. Re-learning normal eating habits and coping skills can take a long period of time and often requires lots of support from professionals, friends, and family. Moving forward is key, however slow it might be.
COVID-19 Resources
Everyone deserves support for their eating concerns, and NEDA wants to connect you with resources that can help in addition to professional help. In this time of great uncertainty and disturbance we face the added danger that isolation brings to those among us who are struggling with an eating disorder. Please refer to this list to explore recovery pathways with virtual support.
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2025
Oregon Health Authority
Get Prepared
Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet annually many people succumb to extreme heat. This website provides easily accessible resources for members of the public, local health departments and other organizations to assist ongoing outreach efforts to those most vulnerable to extreme heat events.
Heat-related Illness:
Warning Signs and Symptoms
- Muscle cramping might be the first sign of heat-related illness, and may lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Here is how you can recognize heat exhaustion and heat stroke and what to do:
Heat Exhaustion What you should do
Faint or dizzyMove to a cooler location.Sip water.Apply cool, wet cloths to as much of your body as possible.Lie down and loosen your clothing.
If the person has vomited and it continues, seek medical attention immediately.
Heavy sweating
Fast, weak pulse
Nausea or vomiting
Cold, pale, clammy skin
Muscle cramps
Heat Stroke What you should do
High body temperature (above 103°F)
Call 911 immediately – heat stroke is a medical emergency.
Move the person to a cooler environment.
Reduce the person’s body temperature with cool cloths or even a bath.
Do NOT give fluids.
Health Threats from Extreme Heat
Infants and young children
Infants and young children are sensitive to the effects of extreme heat, and must rely on other people to keep them cool and hydrated.
- Never leave infants or children in a parked car. (Nor should pets be left in parked cars—they can suffer heat-related illness too.)
- Dress infants and children in loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Seek medical care immediately if your child has symptoms of heat-related illness.
People with chronic medical conditions
People of any age with a chronic medical condition are less likely to sense and respond to changes in temperature. Also, they may be taking medications that can worsen the impact of extreme heat. People in this category need the following information:
- Drink more water than usual and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
- Learn about how any medications you take affects your body’s ability to regulate temperature.
- Check on a friend or neighbor, and have someone do the same for you.
- Check the local news for health and safety updates regularly.
- Avoid use the stove or oven to cook — it will make you and your house hotter.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
- Seek medical care immediately if you or someone you know experiences symptoms of heat-related illness.
Athletes and outdoor sports enthusiasts
People who exercise in extreme heat are more likely to become dehydrated and get heat-related illness. STOP all activity and get to a cool environment if you feel faint or weak.
- Drink more water than usual and take a drink before you are thirsty. Muscle cramping may be an early sign of heat-related illness.
- Limit outdoor activity, especially midday when the sun is hottest.
- Schedule workouts, practices, and activities earlier or later in the day when the temperature is cooler.
- Pace activity. Start activities slow and pick up the pace gradually. Remember it may take 1-2 weeks of exposure to high temperatures before your body fully adjusts.
- Monitor a teammate’s condition, and have someone do the same for you.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Wear and reapply sunscreen as indicated on the package.
- Seek medical care immediately if you or a teammate has symptoms of heat-related illness.
- Learn about Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) heat policies and guidance if you are an athlete, parent of an athlete, coach, trainer or athletics director. This guidance applies to members of OSAA, so if you engage in club sports, you may want to ask if they have similar policies.
Outdoor workers
People who work outdoors, whether as a source of income or for DIY home projects and landscaping, are more likely to become dehydrated. This makes them more likely to get heat-related illness. STOP all activity and get to a cool environment if you feel faint or weak.
- Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working. Take a drink BEFORE you are thirsty.
- Avoid alcohol or liquids containing large amounts of sugar.
- Ask your employer if tasks can be scheduled for earlier or later in the day to avoid midday heat. If you have DIY projects at home, consider moving work to the coolest parts of the day.
- Wear a brimmed hat and loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
- Spend time in air-conditioned buildings during breaks and after work.
- Encourage co-workers or those helping you with home projects to take breaks to cool off and drink water.
- Wear and reapply sunscreen as indicated on the package.
- Seek medical care immediately if you or a co-worker has symptoms of heat-related illness.
- For more information, please visit the CDC’s page on Heat Stress and visit OR-OSHA’s heat stress page.
Heat and low income
- Drink more water than usual and take a drink BEFORE you are thirsty.
- If you have air conditioning, use it to keep your home cool.
- If you can’t afford to use your air conditioning:
- Contact your local health department or locate an air-conditioned shelter in your area.
- You can also contact Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for help.
- Learn more about utility bill payment assistance programs from Oregon Housing and Community Services.
- If you live outdoors, identify public spaces with air conditioning and check to see if cooling centers are available in your community. 211 INFO’s Severe Weather Extreme Heat Cooling Center List, local service agencies and emergency management often have this information in locations where it is available.
- Check on a friend or neighbor, and have someone do the same for you.
- Seek medical care immediately if you have, or someone you know has, symptoms of heat-related illness.
Fact Sheets
FAQ: Extreme Heat and Public Health
Heat and Your Health
First-aid for Heat Illness
Caring for Your High-Risk Patients During a Heat Wave
OR-OSHA Resources
- OR-OSHA Heat Stress Page: Provides information and links to resources on preventing heat stress for those working in hot environments.
- Federal OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Campaign: Educates employers and workers on the dangers of working in the heat and offers resources.
- Key requirements: Oregon OSHA’s permanent rules for heat illness prevention: Oregon OSHA’s rules for preventing heat illnesses apply to workplaces whenever an employee is working and the heat index equals or exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit. More requirements apply when the heat index exceeds 90 degrees Fahrenheit (English, 05/09/2022).
- Reglas de prevención de enfermedades causadas por el calor Requisitos clave: Las normas de Oregon OSHA para prevenir enfermedades causadas por el calor se aplican a los lugares de trabajo cuando un empleado está trabajando y el índice de calor es igual o superior a 80 grados Fahrenheit. Se aplican más requisitos (consulte las Prácticas de altas temperaturas y planes médicos de emergencia, a continuación) cuando el índice de calor supera los 90 grados Fahrenheit (Spanish, 05/09/2022)
- Requisitos clave: norma de Oregon OSHA sobre las altas temperaturas ambientales en las viviendas laborales: Key requirements: Addressing high ambient temperatures in labor housing (Spanish).
- Opciones para fijar el horario de pausas de descanso para la prevención de enfermedades causadas por el calor: Rest Break Schedule Options for Heat Illness Prevention (Spanish).
- Water temperatures referenced in Oregon OSHA’s rules: Defines the various water temperature terms and requirements that ensure employers provide workers with cold, cool, tepid, warm, or hot water for drinking, bathing, hand washing, laundering clothes, etc.
Oregon Food and Food Resources List
Section 1 – Immediate Food Access — “Food Today”
Important Notice: Temporary SNAP Benefit Disruption
Because of the ongoing federal government shutdown, Oregon SNAP (food) benefits are temporarily unavailable until federal funding resumes.
This list is offered to help individuals and families find alternate food resources during the shutdown period.
(Official source: Oregon Department of Human Services — SNAP Updates, last viewed Oct 27 2025: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/news/pages/snap-updates.aspx)
“The federal government shutdown is affecting funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). If the shutdown continues into November, SNAP benefits will not be issued in Oregon until federal funding resumes.”
ODHS Free Food Events (Statewide)
The Oregon Department of Human Services hosts free food-distribution events across the state.
Everyone is welcome — you do not need to bring identification or be receiving ODHS benefits.
Please bring your own bags or boxes to carry food or other items.
Website: https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/food/Pages/default.aspx
Oregon Food Bank (Statewide Network)
Provides free groceries through regional warehouses and more than 1,400 partner agencies statewide. Open to everyone — no ID or proof of income required.
Website: www.oregonfoodbank.org | (503) 282-0555
Address: 7900 NE 33rd Dr, Portland OR 97211
211info (Statewide Hotline & Online Map)
Free 24-hour hotline and website listing all food pantries, meal sites, delivery programs, and shelters. Multilingual and text support available.
Website: www.211info.org | Phone: 211 (text ZIP code to 898211)
Marion-Polk Food Share (Regional Hub)
Supplies groceries to food pantries in Marion and Polk Counties and runs senior meal and garden programs.
Website: www.marionpolkfoodshare.org | (503) 581-3855
Address: 1660 Industrial St SE, Salem OR 97302
ACCESS Food Share (Southern Oregon)
Regional food distribution for Jackson County, offering groceries and nutrition classes.
Website: www.accesshelps.org | (541) 779-6691
Linn-Benton Food Share (Willamette Valley)
Coordinates emergency food distribution for Linn and Benton Counties.
Website: www.communityservices.us | (541) 928-6335
Tillamook Food Pantries Coalition (Coastal Region)
Network of community pantries providing coastal food access, including fresh local catch when available.
Website: tillamookcountyresources.org | (503) 842-3154
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (Gorge Region)
Operates pantries, mobile distribution, and farm-to-table partnerships in The Dalles and Hood River.
Website: mccac.com | (541) 298-5131
Lincoln County Food Share (Central Coast)
Provides food distribution and meal programs through partner sites.
Website: www.foodsharelincolncounty.org | (541) 265-8578
Community Meal Sites and Soup Kitchens (Statewide)
Free hot meals served daily or weekly at churches, shelters, and nonprofits.
Website: www.211info.org | Phone: 211
Faith-Based and Cultural Food Programs
Churches, mosques, temples, and community centers host free pantries and meals, many in partnership with Oregon Food Bank.
OSU Seed to Supper Program
A beginner-friendly gardening and food-budget education program that helps participants grow fresh produce and stretch food dollars. Offered through Oregon State University Extension Service and local partners.
Website: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/seed-supper
More Resources: map.oregonfoodbank.org | 211info.org/food | feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
Section 2 – Home-Delivered Meals and Targeted Nutrition Help
Meals on Wheels People — www.mowp.org | (503) 736-6325
Lasagna Love — www.lasagnalove.org
Oregon WIC (Women, Infants & Children) — wic.oregon.gov | 1-800-723-3638
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) — oregon.gov/oda | (503) 986-4550
USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) — oregonfoodbank.org | (503) 282-0555
Tribal and Indigenous Food Programs
CTUIR FDPIR – ctuir.org/fdpir | (541) 276-3165
Grand Ronde Food Bank – grandronde.org | (503) 879-3663
Klamath Tribes Wellness Center – klamathtribes.org | (541) 882-1487
Immigrant and Refugee Organizations
IRCO – irco.org | (503) 234-1541
APANO – apano.org | (971) 340-4861
Latino Network – latnet.org | (503) 283-6881
Veterans’ Meal Delivery and Grocery Support
ODVA – oregon.gov/odva | (800) 692-9666
Meals for Mothers and Infants
County health departments and hospitals provide nutrition support, meal kits, infant formula, and breastfeeding guidance through WIC.
In Central Oregon, Deschutes County Health Services offers WIC nutrition support and postpartum resources. Call (541) 322-7435 or visit deschutes.org/health
Faith-Based Delivery Ministries
In the Portland region, Catholic Charities of Oregon coordinates meal delivery and food-security programs for low-income families, refugees, and seniors. (503) 231-4866 | catholiccharitiesoregon.org
More Resources: mowp.org/locations | oregon.gov/tribes | wic.benefits.gov
Section 3 – Financial and Emergency Assistance
ODHS – oregon.gov/dhs | (503) 945-5600
OHA – oregon.gov/oha | (503) 947-2340
OHCS – oregon.gov/ohcs | (503) 986-2000
Community Action Agencies – capeco-works.org
United Way of Oregon – unitedway-pdx.org | (503) 228-9131
St. Vincent de Paul of Oregon – svdp.us | (541) 687-5820
Salvation Army Cascade Division – portland.salvationarmy.org | (503) 239-1221
Mutual-Aid and Grassroots Funds
The Portland Mutual Aid Network organizes weekly food and survival-supply distributions for unhoused residents and low-income households. Instagram @portlandmutualaid
Energy and Water Bill Support: oregon.gov/ohcs/energy-assistance
American Red Cross – Oregon Region: redcross.org/local/oregon | 1-800-733-2767
More Resources: 211info.org/emergency | capeco-works.org | unitedway-pdx.org
Section 4 – Community Food Production and Education
OSU Extension Service – extension.oregonstate.edu
Oregon Tilth – tilth.org
Zenger Farm – zengerfarm.org
Oregon Food Bank Learning Gardens – oregonfoodbank.org
Marion-Polk Food Share Community Gardens – marionpolkfoodshare.org
Growing Gardens – growing-gardens.org
PNW CSA Coalition – pnwcsa.org
Urban Gleaners – urbangleaners.org
Seed Libraries – multcolib.org
Cooking Matters Oregon – cookingmatters.org
More Resources: extension.oregonstate.edu/find-us | pnwcsa.org
Section 5 – Pet and Companion Animal Food Support
Oregon Humane Society – oregonhumane.org | (503) 285-7722
FIDO Pet Food Bank – fidoanimeals.org | (503) 655-4666
Humane Society of Central Oregon – hsco.org | (541) 382-3537
Greenhill Humane Society – green-hill.org
Humane Society of the Ochocos – humanesocietyochocos.org
Josephine County Animal Shelter – jocosheriff.org/animalcontrol
SafeHaven Humane Society – safehavenhumane.org
Animal Aid Inc. – animalaidpdx.org
Senior Pet Assistance Network (SPOT) – spotoregon.org
Meals on Wheels AniMeals Program – mowp.org
More Resources: oregonhumane.org/programs | fidoanimeals.org | mowp.org/programs
Section 6 – Donating and Giving Back — “Help Feed Oregon”
Oregon Food Bank – oregonfoodbank.org
Feeding America – feedingamerica.org
211info Volunteer Listings – 211info.org/givehelp
Community Action Agencies & Faith Partners – capeco-works.org/about.html
Portland Rescue Mission – portlandrescuemission.org
Blanchet House of Hospitality – blanchethouse.org
St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County – svdp.us
Marion-Polk Food Share – marionpolkfoodshare.org
Urban Gleaners – urbangleaners.org
Restaurant Pay-It-Forward Programs – oregonpublichouse.com
Food-Date Guidance for Donors
“Best By,” “Sell By,” and “Use By” dates refer to quality, not safety. Donate canned or boxed foods if sealed and intact.
• Oregon Food Bank Shelf Life Guide (PDF): https://www.oregonfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/OFB-Shelf-Life-Guide.pdf
• OFB Food Safety Manual (PDF): [https://www.oregonfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/OFB-Food-Safety-Manual.pdf](https://www.oregonfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads
/2023/07/OFB-Food-Safety-Manual.pdf)
• USDA “Food Product Dating” Resource: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-product-dating
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Supporting Youth Affected by the Violence in Israel and Gaza: Tips for Families and Educators
International conflict has the potential to be upsetting and to cause concern for safety. Many people feel affected by the attack on Israel, the subsequent military response, and related loss of innocent lives. Some people may worry about family and friends in the Middle East or the possibility of Americans being at risk. News coverage may be triggering to individuals who have experienced violence here at home or war in other parts of the world. Still other marginalized groups may feel like the news coverage and narrative minimizes experiences of violence elsewhere that has not captured this level of world attention.
Caregivers and educators can help children and youth feel safe by helping them understand what is going on factually, how events do or do not affect their lives, and how to manage their emotional reactions.
Keep Explanations Developmentally Appropriate
Elementary
- Let children’s questions tell you what information they need. Don’t assume they are concerned about the same things you are.
- Avoid offering unnecessary frightening details.
- Provide brief, simple information with reassurance. One way to do this is with the use of a broadening technique for responding to questions (e.g., “It sounds like you have some concerns about what’s next. Let’s talk about how our school/community/country is striving to keep us safe.”).
- Clarify misconceptions or misinformation.
Upper Elementary and Early Middle School
- Answer questions and assist in separating reality from fantasy.
- Specify the protective actions of adults.
Upper Middle and High School
- Emphasize youth’s role in safety at home and at school and how to access support.
- Validate feelings and thoughts, and provide the facts needed to appraise the degree of personal threat. The NASP document “Responding to Civil Unrest in Schools” may be a helpful reference resource.
- Should youth request it, allow for conversations about political dimensions of the conflict.
Important Risk Factors to Consider
The degree to which individuals are affected will vary. Children and youth (and potentially their families) at greater risk may include those who have connections to Israel and Palestine, have loved ones significantly affected by the conflict, have personally experienced or are refugees from violent conflict or war, or who suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, or other mental illness. During conflicts like these, it is important to protect children and youth from bullying and harassment caused by misdirected anger. Promoting and modeling compassion and acceptance can help prevent a tragic situation from becoming worse.
Possible Emotional Responses
Emotional responses to unsettling circumstances vary in nature and severity from individual to individual. Nonetheless, there are some common reactions that individuals feel when their lives are affected by violence related to international conflict:
- Fear: Fear may be the predominant reaction. This can include fear for the safety for themselves, their families, friends, and the population at large.
- Loss of control: The current world events are something over which people have little control. Lack of control can be overwhelming and confusing. Youth may grasp at any control that they have, including refusing to cooperate, go to school, part with favorite toys, or leave their caregivers.
- Anger: Anger is a common reaction. Unfortunately, anger is often expressed at those to whom youth are closest. Youth may direct anger toward classmates, caregivers, and neighbors. Anger often masks other emotions so adults can help youth identify and manage their underlying feelings.
- Loss of stability: Youth can feel insecure when their usual schedules and activities are disrupted, increasing their level of stress and need for reassurance.
- Isolation: Youth may feel isolated, or as if they’re the only one having the feelings they do.
- Confusion: Youth may feel confused about the current conflict, what further dangers might arise, and when the violence will stop. Youth may have trouble understanding the difference between violence as entertainment or in video games and the real events taking place on the news. Some of the modern media violence is unnervingly real. Youth may have difficulty separating reality from fantasy, cartoon heroes and villains from the government soldiers. Separating the realities from media fantasy may require adult help.
- Hypervigilance: Some youth and families may feel desperate to get information about the status of family and other connections. This may cause preoccupation in thoughts, worry, and a desire to constantly scan news sources for any information about the events in the region. This may result in difficulties focusing, sleeping, and being emotionally available for school.
While this conflict may be geographically distant, it has relevance here at home, is ongoing, and is occurring in the context of other stressors. This can contribute to more serious chronic stress and potential associated health problems. Adults should attend to the layers of challenge experienced by youth in this situation. It is critical that schools provide services and supports to help youth establish positive social connections and resilience.
How Caregivers and Educators Can Help
Reaffirm Safety
- Point out reassuring safety features of your school. Highlight how schools can often be some of the safest places we can be. Identify specific individuals or groups responsible for school safety
- Share information about the international unified efforts under way to resolve the conflict.
- Closely monitor youth who may feel isolated (including those with family members or other loved ones in the military or those with connections to the conflict). As necessary, assist students to identify trust adults at school and in their community. Also, check on students who have experienced other, unrelated, acts of violence in their lives as they may more vulnerable when acts of world violence occur.
- Prevent stereotyping of cultures and countries. Children and youth can easily generalize negative statements being made by the media and echoed by caregiving adults. It is critical to prevent harassment of others and teach respect and empathy of those with no control over their government’s actions.
Make Time to Talk
- Provide opportunity for youth to discuss concerns and to help separate real from imagined fears.
- Be patient and look for clues that a child wants to talk, but never force conversation.
- Let the youth’s questions guide the conversation and information provided.
- Encourage social connectedness and a sense of belonging with supportive others. All families bring unique skills, strengths, and knowledge to our society. Adults should model building and emphasizing those strengths.
- Allow opportunities for youth to share their knowledge about their origins, customs, and culture.
Acknowledge and Normalize Feelings
- Never force but always allow youth to speak about feelings, and validate their reactions.
- Listen, empathize, and affirm that most initial reactions are common and expected (e.g., sadness, changes in concentration, distractibility, changes in sleep or appetite).
- Support and model the appropriate expression of feelings (e.g., naming feelings in self and others; listening to how others are feeling without judgment; sharing feelings using “I” messages when talking and journaling; being available and present).
- Understand that knowing what to say is often difficult. It is okay to simply acknowledge “This is really hard for you/us” or that you find it challenging, too. Try to recognize the feelings underlying youth’s actions and put them into words. Saying something like, “I can see you are feeling really scared about this,” or “It is hard to think that your [mom, dad, other loved one] had to go so far away to help.”
- Remember that it’s okay to say “I don’t know” when youth ask questions like “When will the conflict end?” Acknowledge how frustrating the uncertainty is by saying “It’s hard not to have all the answers.” Provide some reassurance by discussing actions taken by others to address safety.
Maintain a Normal Routine
- Encourage schoolwork and extracurricular activities, but do not push youth who seem overwhelmed.
- Encourage and find ways to support students in keeping a regular schedule, and foster healthy nutrition, sleep, and exercise to promote physical and mental health and well-being.
Limit Exposure to Media and Social Media
- Limit exposure to images or graphic reference to violence (e.g., on TV and social media).
- For youth who are concerned for family and loved ones in the middle of the conflict, manage and structure the amount of time they search for information.
- Consider watching the news with affected youth so you can discuss the situation factually, provide reassurance, and monitor their reactions.
- Find activities that can replace the time spent watching news or using social media (e.g., going for a walk, exercising, reading a book, talking to someone, coloring, studying, playing or listening to music).
- Take time to discuss healthy social media habits and how to know what information is accurate.
Monitor Emotional States
- Some youth will not express themselves verbally, but changes in their behavior, appetite, or sleep patterns may indicate anxiety or stress.
- Some immature, inattentive, aggressive, or oppositional behaviors are normal reactions to the uncertainty of this situation.
- Some youth may have difficulty at bedtime. Maintain a regular bedtime routine, but be flexible about nightlights, siblings sharing a room, sleeping with special toys, and sitting with the child as they fall asleep. Doing so typically does not cause lifelong habits.
- Children may play war, pretend to blow things up, or include images of violence in artwork and writing. This may be upsetting to adults under current circumstances. In some cases, this may be a way for youth to express their awareness of events around them. Talk with youth about their art or written images and how they feel. For those who seek pretend play as an outlet, encourage role-playing of the doctors, firemen, policemen, and others who have helped to save lives. In other cases, students may be on a pathway to acting out violently themselves. Decisions related to concerns raised through play or artwork are context dependent, and educators should follow guidance related to behavior threat assessment and management.
- When in doubt about a youth’s ability to cope, seek support from a community mental health or school-employed mental health professional.
Know the Signs of More Serious Trauma Reactions
Most youth will be able to cope with their concerns with the help of caring adults. However, some may be at risk of more extreme reactions because of personal circumstances. Adults should seek professional help if children exhibit significant changes in behavior or any of the following symptoms for more than 2 weeks.
- Preschoolers: thumb sucking, bedwetting, clinging to parents, sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, fear of the dark, regression in behavior, withdrawal from friends and routines.
- Elementary school children: irritability, aggressiveness, clinginess, nightmares, school avoidance, poor concentration, withdrawal from activities and friends.
- Adolescents: sleeping and eating disturbances, agitation, increase in conflicts, physical complaints, delinquent behavior, and poor concentration.
Some youth may be at increased risk of suicide because of their emotional reaction to increased stress and any preexisting mental health problems. Consult a mental health professional immediately if the youth talks about suicide or shows signs of suicidal thinking or other self-destructive behaviors. (See NASP resources for information about prevention of youth suicide.)
Teach Adaptive Coping Strategies
Teach and model strategies to help individuals calm themselves in times of stress. Some strategies for coping include the following:
- Mindfulness, deep breathing, and guided relaxation and meditation
- Journaling, coloring, and puzzles
- Listening to calming sounds and music
- Movement (e.g., walking, yoga, exercise routines)
- Spending time with others, talking to a friend or adult about what is happening or how they are feeling
- Helping students to identify who their trusted adults are in school and outside of school
Facilitate Youth Advocacy
Work alongside students to take actionable steps for social justice issues as appropriate to age and contexts.
- Youth level: Provide specific recommendations for individual students to take action.
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- Helping students be allies for peers who may be struggling, or working alongside a family affected by the conflict.
- Assisting them to seek support or participating in programs or organizations that can help with immediate or longer-term needs.
- School/community level: This may include providing tools to the school as a whole to better support the student body and facilitating relationships between school and community.
- Providing consultation to staff regarding how students may be affected and best practices.
- Seeking out cultural partners within the community may be helpful for individual family referrals, but also partnering for events such as potential fundraisers, food or materials collection drives, and more.
- Opportunities for fundraising for those affected by the conflict.
- Public Arena:
- Following current events and assisting youth in ongoing initiatives (appropriate social media).
- Engaging with local, state, or federal policy makers in town hall sessions for related topics (i.e., such as support for refugees).
Coordinate Between School and Home
- Educators should make sure to use communication strategies (such as newsletters, phone calls, website, social media, apps) that are already in place to share critical and helpful information with families.
- Caregivers can let school personnel know if a family member is affected by the conflict being called to active duty or sent overseas. Inform teachers if your child is having difficulties and what strategies make them feel better. If necessary, seek the help of your school psychologist, counselor, or social worker.
- Educators are encouraged to let caregivers know if their youth is exhibiting stress in school. Educators can provide caregivers with helpful suggestions and information related to community resources.
- Caregivers and educators are encouraged to maintain general academic and behavioral expectations but also be realistic about an individual child’s coping skills.
- Schools are encouraged to create a sense of collective security between home and school (e.g., concretely pointing out the adults in place that are helping keep us safe, identifying what strategies are in place to keep students safe, sharing resources and strategies for coping, modeling respect for one another, offering opportunities for students to share their thoughts and reactions with one another, providing support for families).
How Adults Can Address Their Own Needs
- Adults will be better able to help youth if they are coping well and taking time to address their own reactions. NASP has documents that address “Educator Exhaustion and Burnout” and “Supporting Mental Wellness.” In addition, the previously mentioned strategies for adaptive coping can also be used.
- Adults should attend to the facts about developments in the conflict so as to be prepared to answer youth’s questions. However, it is ok to say, “I do not know.”
- Adults should seek peer support, take care of their own physical and mental health, and avoid using drugs or alcohol to feel better. The NASP document “Care for the Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators” is a useful resource.
NASP Resources
- Anxiety: Helping Handout for School and Home
- Addressing Grief: Tips for Caregivers and Educators
- BTAM Best Practice Considerations for K-12 Schools
- Care for the Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators
- Educator Exhaustion and Burnout
- Prevention of Youth Suicide Resources
- Promoting Compassion and Acceptance in Crisis
- Responding to Civil Unrest
- Social Media and School Crisis
- Supporting Mental Wellness: Tips for Caregivers
- Supporting Mental Wellness: Tips for Educators
- Supporting Vulnerable Students in Stressful Times: Tips for Parents
- Lesson Plan, Student Psychoeducational Groups in School Crisis Intervention: The PREPaRE Model
Resources for Supporting Children and Families Affected By War and Violence
Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war.
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Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war.
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Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war.
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Offers information for caregivers on how to talk to children about war.
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Includes a segment from the play Children of War and a documentary about the scope and impact of refugee trauma and its consequences for youth in schools.
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Accompanies the Children of War video and includes discussion questions, suggestions about ways schools and teachers can help refugee students and families, and provides information on the effects of traumatic stress on school performance
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REFUGEES
Refugee children may feel relieved when they are resettled in the US. However, the difficulties they face do not end upon their arrival.
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Early childhood trauma generally refers to the traumatic experiences that occur to children aged 0-6.
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Many refugees, especially children, have experienced trauma related to war or persecution that may affect their mental and physical health long after the events have occurred.
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Contains information about cultural beliefs, medical issues, and related topics pertinent to the health care of immigrants to the US, many of whom are refugees fleeing war-torn parts of the world.
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IFACES is a program that provides comprehensive community-based mental health services to refugee children, adolescents, and families. Outreach is seen as the cornerstone of the program and occurs throughout the treatment process.
Intervention
Age-Related Reactions to a Truamatic Event
Describes how young children, school-age children, and adolescents react to traumatic events and offers suggestions on how parents and caregivers can help and support them.
Published in 2010
Resources in Response to the War on Ukraine
The recent attack on Ukraine has impacted many families in the United States, especially our military and veteran families and those who have family living in the region. The NCTSN and our partners have resources for those families who may need support during this time:
Military and Veteran Family Resources
Working Effectively with Military Families: 10 Key Concepts All Providers Should Know
Understanding Child Trauma & Resilience: For Military Parents and Caregivers
Honoring Our Babies and Toddlers: Supporting Young Children Affected by a Military Parent’s Deployment, Injury, or Death (Zero to Three)
Sesame Street for Military Families
Community Support for Military Children and Families Throughout the Deployment Cycle (Center for Study of Traumatic Stress, CSTS)
Strengthening Military Families to Support Children’s Well-Being
Helping Children Cope During Deployment
Military Children and Families: Supporting Health and Managing Risk (webinar)
Impact of the Military Mission & Combat Deployment on the Service Members
Understanding Deployment Related Stressors & Long-term Health in Military Service Members & Veterans:
The Millennium Cohort Study (webinar)
An Overview of the Military Family Experience and Culture
Talking to Children about War
Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event
Psychological First Aid for Displaced Children and Families
Traumatic Separation and Refugee and Immigrant Children: Tips for Current Caregivers
For School Personnel For Mental Health Professionals and For Primary Care Providers
Coping in Hard Times: Fact Sheet for Parents
Helping Children with Traumatic Grief: Young Children
Military Child Education Coalition Resources to Support Ukrainian Military Children & Their Families
As the situation on the ground in Ukraine continues to evolve, and military families deal with potential deployments, we are reminded of the many uncertainties military-connected children experience as a part of the military lifestyle. We are also reminded of the stress and insecurity that can accompany such unpredictable circumstances.
For 24 years, MCEC® has worked to establish programs and resources for parents, educators, and students to help them navigate unique challenges associated with the military lifestyle. Programs like our Student 2 Student® peer-to-peer support system, parent workshops, and professional development for educators all work together to more effectively respond to the unique emotional needs of military children.
MCEC® is also answering the call from our allies. Upon a request from the National Association of Ukrainian Psychologists, seeking resources for serving military families, the American Psychological Association and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences reached out to MCEC®.
We responded with the tools listed below, which, we believe, can be immediately helpful to families during these extremely trying times.
Developing Positive Coping Strategies
Fostering Resilience in Children
Helping Military-Connected Children with Daily Stress & Frustration
Raising a Confident Child in an Uncertain World
A one-on-one English program for Ukrainian Youth
ENGin is a nonprofit organization that pairs Ukrainian youth with English-speakers for free online conversation practice and cross-cultural connection. We work with students age 13-30 and volunteers age 14+.
ENGin pairs English learners with volunteers from around the world to conduct weekly online speaking sessions. Every learner and volunteer is screened to ensure their fit for the program. Participants are then matched based on preferences, interests, and availability to ensure an effective and mutually enjoyable communication experience. After a match is made, ENGin supports learners and volunteers throughout their participation in the program with tips, resources, and problem resolution.
Helpline Resources
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline – call or text 1-800-985-5990 (for Spanish, press “2”) to be connected to a trained counselor 24/7/365.
Military OneSource – call 1-800-342-9647 for eligible DOD service members and their families.
Veterans Crisis Line – call 1-800-273-8255, press “1” or text 838255 for all service members.
PTSD Consultation Program – for providers who treat Veterans. Ask a question by calling 866-948-7880<tel:866-948-7880> or emailing [email protected]<mail to:
For those that are needing technical assistance or additional resources, please don’t hesitate to contact:
Dr. Greg Leskin [email protected]<
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Resources In Europe
Supporting autistic people in crisis situations
How can you deal with difficult situations if you have limited knowledge of autism? How to best support an autistic person in an acute crisis and challenging conditions? View brief basic information compiled by EUCAP and Autism Europe on this page or download as a pdf file here. More translated versions will be added as they become available.
Teenage peer-to-peer counselling service offers lifeline to youngsters in Ukraine
An online counselling service for teenagers has made the world of difference to one youngster who struggled to cope with grief.
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Ukraine Peer-to-Peer Support Group
The events happening in Ukraine have affected many in different ways. We want to support those affected directly or indirectly by offering a safe place to express their emotions in a supportive and safe environment. Our peer-to-peer networks are a way for people to support each other in a safe and secure space. If you are interested to express your feelings about the war, need guidance or resources The LiLi Centre is here for you.
For More Information Visit : https://www.lilicentre.ch/en/home
Where: LiLi Centre
When: Wednesdays 09:30-11:30, and Thursdays 17:00-19:00
Who: Anyone impacted by the situation in Ukraine seeking support and community
Cost: Free, Sponsored by the LiLi Centre’s Mental Health Initiative (MHI)
NOTE: If you have a need to speak with a mental health professional privately about how you are coping, we are happy to put you in touch with our network of providers and/or connect you to our low-cost and no-cost counselling clinic.
Dec 13 all-day
Resources for Secular Recovery from Addiction
Organizations, Websites, & Social Media
The Secular NA Coffee Shop (Facebook Group) A relatively new community of NA members and others interested in secular recovery who struggle with the language and culture of NA with particular regard to the religious content.
AA Agnostica is an exceptional site for 12-step recovery. It’s based on AA, but it’s highly relevant and useful for us all!
Secular Alcoholics Anonymous (Secular AA) is an organization whose mission is, “…to assure suffering alcoholics that they can find sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous without having to accept anyone else’s beliefs or deny their own. Secular AA does not endorse or oppose any form of religion or belief system and operates in accordance with the Third Tradition of the Alcoholics Anonymous Program: “the only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop drinking.” https://aasecular.org
Secular Al_Anon – “This web page is for people interested in recovery from the effects of someone else’s drinking in their lives, who want Al-Anon to be a comfortable place for people of no religion, any religion, or any uncertainty on such issues. It offers contacts and resources.” http://rivenwoodbooks.com/secularAlanon/
Secular Recovery Meetings – An extensive list (with links) of online secular recovery meetings. Meetings listed include Secular AA, Secular NA, Secular Al-Anon, Recovery Dharma, or simply secular recovery meetings without any other associations or affiliations. https://secularrecovery.online/secular-recovery-meetings
Another website of a collection of different affiliates all that focus on secular recovery. https://www.worldwidesecularmeetings.com/
Secular AA Online Meetings spreadsheet – includes NA meetings too. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AuWy7FKCG-R_pyRZzEjFXkH-Rw_0VEzi/view
Secular Overeaters and Friends – an interesting recovery community that is relevant to us! https://secularovereaters.org/so-art/?fbclid=IwAR2y0-bN3OSwr1_6ePYb-o0IOY5cgfCUn-Yb_x0JcLO9Ez4Bxwr7O_RHusU
NA Agnostica – http://www.naagnostica.org/
https://recoverydharma.org/meeting-list Recovery Dharma is an organization that has meetings that focus on healing trauma and addiction. Whilst this is a Buddhist organisation they take a more secular approach while using Buddhist practices and insights.
Readings Used in Secular NA Meetings (posted by Eli) – https://readings.secna.org
Pamphlets, Articles, and Short Readings
Secular 12 Steps – Beyond Belief Seattle Group – 2021 Developed by the Beyond Belief Seattle NA Group in 2021. One interpretation of the NA 12 Steps from a secular, non-religious perspective.
The 12 Steps of Narcotics Anonymous Revised by ChatGPT
initiated by Michael E., April 27, 2023. ChatGPT is the most popular of the new artificial intelligence programs. It was directed to “rewrite the NA 12 steps to remove any references to god or a higher power.” The response to this initial query was posted on April 27, 2023 to the Secular NA Coffeeshop Facebook group. Based on feedback, two minor edits were made to remove inclusion of the terms “prayer” and “spiritual.”
By Young Addicts, For Young Addicts
This official NA pamphlet does not emphasize the “higher power” aspects of non-secular NA. A good intro for younger addicts seeking help in NA. https://secularna.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/By-For-Young-AddictsEN3113_2008.pdf
Secular NA – Connecting Globally Amid a World in Crisis Secular NA – Connecting Globally Amid a World in Crisis
originally published 2021 in the AA Agnostica website
by Michael E from Beyond Belief Seattle, this article shares experiences as an atheist in recover, explains how the Beyond Belief Seattle and Beyond Belief International groups were formed, and the emerging global secular NA community.
Books or Longer Readings
Secular 12 Step Handbook Seattle-Everett Beyond Belief NA Group (April 2021)
The Secular 12 Step Handbook was created by members of the Seattle-Everett Beyond Belief NA Group to help our members in their secular step work. Others have expressed interest in the guide, so we are making it available here. The Group considers this a work in progress, and actively seeks suggestions and input. Please send comments to [email protected]. The Handbook is NOT an approved NA resource. https://secularna.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/BBSeattle-Secular-12-Step-Handbook-April-2021.docx
18 Alternative Versions of Secular Steps This is a compilation of all the secular steps we currently have available to us. If you know of more, email us and let us know so we can review it and possibly add it to this running document.
Beyond Belief. Agnostic Musings for 12 Step Life by Joe C.
The first secular daily reflection book written in a contemporary language for today’s addicts and alcoholics in recovery. “The book is aimed at a general 12-Step readership, but it is mindful that there heretofore exist no such aids for unbelievers, freethinkers, and the unconventionally spiritual.
About the Secular NA
Dec 13 all-day
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
Dec 13 all-day
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/
Dec 13 all-day
TRAUMA RESOURCES FOR TIMES OF WAR
“Every child deserves to grow up healthy, safe and loved. Putting babies in the crosshairs of terror and war is never acceptable.” — Matthew Melmed, Executive Director
ZERO TO THREE released a statement in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict that reflects our concern about the violence and trauma that babies, toddlers and families are experiencing. You can read the full statement here.
Our hearts are with the babies, children and families who have been subjected to unthinkable violence in Israel and Gaza. At ZERO TO THREE, we see this as a moment to recommit ourselves to ensuring that every child grows up healthy, safe and loved. The need to protect babies has never been more acute.
During these challenging times, we have free resources for parents and caregivers, and professionals who support them, that offer guidance on helping young children grieve and process traumatic experiences, enabling them to provide the best care for babies and themselves in times of war and turmoil, including:
A Big Impact on Little Kids: Understanding How Traumatic Experiences Affect Very Young Children
How to Talk to Young Children About War (available in Arabic and Hebrew)
Little Listeners in an Uncertain World
Helping Toddlers Cope with Grief and Death
Mindfulness and Self Care: Building a Resilient Community and Culture of Caring
Children’s Book: Once I Was Very Very Scared by Chandra Gosh Ippen. Available in the following languages:
We are working to translate these resources listed into additional languages and will make them available on zerotothree.org.
Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential.
During the first three years of life, emotionally nourishing relationships lay the foundation for lifelong health and well-being. By supporting the caring adults who touch the lives of infants and toddlers, we hope to maximize our long-term impact in ensuring all infants and toddlers have a bright future.
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
Wildfire Home Loss Peer Community is an online Facebook group wildfire loss survivors can also sign up for, recommended by author and survivor Kristal Amber Matthews, at this link: https://www.facebook.com/
Supporting Mental Health After Wildfire: A Call for Community Care
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
Rebuild and Thrive: Access Your Free ‘Rebuild After the Fires’ By Kristal Amber
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
CalFire
This handbook provides vital information about wildfire recovery, legal claims, and how CalFire Attorneys can support you. For any questions or legal assistance, contact us today
After the Fire: How Forest Therapy Supports Wildfire Survivors and Reconnects Us to the Earth
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
“The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s mission is to honor the nation’s fallen heroes, provide support for their families, and work to reduce preventable line of duty death and injury. Link: https://www.firehero.org/
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/
Oregon Fires 2025 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.
State of Oregon has a web page plus the images in English & Espanol / Spanish for a toll free number
Call 833-669-0554. Open 24/7, every day. Interpreters are available. We will talk with you about your needs.
Willamette Partnership has a page full of links we should 2x check, adding resources for wildfire survivors
much of it is for 2020 however, and may no longer be relevant. Wildfire Recovery and Response | Willamette Partnership
The Red Guide to Recovery for Native Americans (website has many FREE documents about fire preparedness and recovery, safety etc.)
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.
https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/Pages/Fire-Adapted-Oregon.aspx
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors
Phoenix Society serves burn survivors, loved ones, burn care professionals, researchers, and anyone else committed to empowering the burn community and building a safer world.https://www.phoenix-society.org/
Tribal Community Resources
Mutual Aid Disaster Relief
OSU Extension
PTSD Center – Fires Help
Disaster Events
Disaster Assistance.gov
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