May 2011 Blog Posts

211info now has one-way text and email for callers
05.26.11
Now when you call 211, you no longer have to have a pen and paper ready to jot down the community resource information. You can receive the information in your email inbox or on your phone through text messaging. We have been looking forward to this service for a long time. More people from all...
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Matt Kinshella
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211info now has one-way text and email for callers
05.26.11
Now when you call 211, you no longer have to have a pen and paper ready to jot down the community resource information. You can receive the information in your email inbox or on your phone through text messaging. We have been looking forward to this service for a long time. More people from all...
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Matt Kinshella
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211info now has one-way text and email for callers
05.26.11
Now when you call 211, you no longer have to have a pen and paper ready to jot down the community resource information. You can receive the information in your email inbox or on your phone through text messaging. We have been looking forward to this service for a long time. More people from all...
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Matt Kinshella
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Playgroups, Caregiver Support, Fair Housing Workshop, Information and Referral for Military, Youth Town Hall | Clackamas County
05.23.11
There's a lot going on in Clackamas County this week: for parents, caregivers, renters, housing advocates, and social service providers, see what's out there.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Free Health Services for Patients With Chronic Conditions, Financial Assistance | Southwest Washington
05.23.11
Like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Clark County? Find out how to order our print directory with over 700 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Free Health Services for Patients With Chronic Conditions, Financial Assistance | Southwest Washington
05.23.11
Like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Clark County? Find out how to order our print directory with over 700 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Free Health Services for Patients With Chronic Conditions, Financial Assistance | Southwest Washington
05.23.11
Like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Clark County? Find out how to order our print directory with over 700 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Free Health Services for Patients With Chronic Conditions, Financial Assistance | Southwest Washington
05.23.11
Like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Clark County? Find out how to order our print directory with over 700 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Health Services for Veterans | Multnomah County
05.23.11
Do you like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Multnomah County? Find out how to order our print directory with 1,500 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Health Services for Veterans | Multnomah County
05.23.11
Do you like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Multnomah County? Find out how to order our print directory with 1,500 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories, Health Services for Veterans | Multnomah County
05.23.11
Do you like what you see on our weekly summary blog posts? Want even more information about agencies in Multnomah County? Find out how to order our print directory with 1,500 health and social service agency listings.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Living Well With Chronic Conditions | Statewide
05.23.11
The series of workshops I've described here occur frequently. You may have to put your name on a waiting list if the current six-week sessions are already underway. Note that classes will be restarting at the beginning of June in several counties.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Living Well With Chronic Conditions | Statewide
05.23.11
The series of workshops I've described here occur frequently. You may have to put your name on a waiting list if the current six-week sessions are already underway. Note that classes will be restarting at the beginning of June in several counties.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories | Washington County
05.19.11
The 211info Community Information Directories are hot off the press. If you would like to purchase one, they can be ordered by going to the 211info website or through JSmith@caowash.org at Community Action Oregon in Hillsboro. Cost is $35 per copy plus $6.95 for shipping and handling. They can...
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: 211info Directories | Washington County
05.19.11
The 211info Community Information Directories are hot off the press. If you would like to purchase one, they can be ordered by going to the 211info website or through JSmith@caowash.org at Community Action Oregon in Hillsboro. Cost is $35 per copy plus $6.95 for shipping and handling. They can...
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Find Health and Social Services | Central Oregon
05.19.11
Some suggestions for those effected by the continuing economic downturn.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Find Health and Social Services | Central Oregon
05.19.11
Some suggestions for those effected by the continuing economic downturn.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Find Health and Social Services | Central Oregon
05.19.11
Some suggestions for those effected by the continuing economic downturn.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Find Health and Social Services | Central Oregon
05.19.11
Some suggestions for those effected by the continuing economic downturn.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Food Pantries and Hot Meals | Lincoln County
05.19.11
Food pantries and hot meal sites abound in Lincoln County. There’s no need to feel hungry. Check out this flyer and find out where to get a square meal.         Did we forget anything? E-mail us to add events or alerts.
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May 23 - May 29 Alerts: Food Pantries and Hot Meals | Lincoln County
05.19.11
Food pantries and hot meal sites abound in Lincoln County. There’s no need to feel hungry. Check out this flyer and find out where to get a square meal.         Did we forget anything? E-mail us to add events or alerts.
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Compassion Rockwood Is This Weekend
05.19.11
Here’s an event that can’t wait for our Monday summary blog posts. Compassion Rockwood 2011 is a one day health care clinic for those without or with inadequate health insurance. It’s happening this Saturday, May 21st, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Here’s a summary of the main health...
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Compassion Rockwood Is This Weekend
05.19.11
Here’s an event that can’t wait for our Monday summary blog posts. Compassion Rockwood 2011 is a one day health care clinic for those without or with inadequate health insurance. It’s happening this Saturday, May 21st, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Here’s a summary of the main health...
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Anonymous
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Compassion Rockwood Is This Weekend
05.19.11
Here’s an event that can’t wait for our Monday summary blog posts. Compassion Rockwood 2011 is a one day health care clinic for those without or with inadequate health insurance. It’s happening this Saturday, May 21st, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Here’s a summary of the main health...
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dental care portland, free dental care portland
The dental care resource for PPS students you need to know about
05.17.11
Sometimes I hear about services that are too good to be true. I just have to rush to a computer to type out a blog post. This is one of those times. 
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Matt Kinshella
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dental care portland, free dental care portland
The dental care resource for PPS students you need to know about
05.17.11
Sometimes I hear about services that are too good to be true. I just have to rush to a computer to type out a blog post. This is one of those times. 
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May 16-22 Alerts: Head Start Registration | Southwest Oregon
05.16.11
Secure a spot for your child in the Head Start Program. The United Community Action Network will have selected up to 85% of Douglas County children for the program by June. To be included in this first selection, fill out and return your 2011-2012 application before May 31st. Classrooms are located...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Head Start Registration | Southwest Oregon
05.16.11
Secure a spot for your child in the Head Start Program. The United Community Action Network will have selected up to 85% of Douglas County children for the program by June. To be included in this first selection, fill out and return your 2011-2012 application before May 31st. Classrooms are located...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Depression/Anxiety Counseling | Lane County
05.16.11
Understanding depression and anxiety and what triggers them is the basis of managing these chronic conditions. You will learn just that, as well as coping strategies, at a two-session class sponsored by The Center for Community Counseling in Eugene. The class will meet twice, June 4th and June...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Depression/Anxiety Counseling | Lane County
05.16.11
Understanding depression and anxiety and what triggers them is the basis of managing these chronic conditions. You will learn just that, as well as coping strategies, at a two-session class sponsored by The Center for Community Counseling in Eugene. The class will meet twice, June 4th and June...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Speak Up Step Up, Project Homeless Connect | Lincoln County
05.16.11
Peer pressure and being a teenager seem to go hand-in-hand. I found a really engaging website for adolescents designed to steer them in a healthy direction. Looking at the drug-free statistics among teens in Lincoln County, it seems as though families, educators, and providers (oh, and the teens)...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Speak Up Step Up, Project Homeless Connect | Lincoln County
05.16.11
Peer pressure and being a teenager seem to go hand-in-hand. I found a really engaging website for adolescents designed to steer them in a healthy direction. Looking at the drug-free statistics among teens in Lincoln County, it seems as though families, educators, and providers (oh, and the teens)...
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Anonymous
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May 16-22 Alerts: Speak Up Step Up, Project Homeless Connect | Lincoln County
05.16.11
Peer pressure and being a teenager seem to go hand-in-hand. I found a really engaging website for adolescents designed to steer them in a healthy direction. Looking at the drug-free statistics among teens in Lincoln County, it seems as though families, educators, and providers (oh, and the teens)...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Meal Sites, Skin Cancer Screening | Yamhill County
05.16.11
Come to a free Sunday supper from 4 PM to 6 PM at McMinnville Covenant Church. Meals are free and walk-ins are welcome. This is an ongoing event.
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May 16-22 Alerts: Meal Sites, Skin Cancer Screening | Yamhill County
05.16.11
Come to a free Sunday supper from 4 PM to 6 PM at McMinnville Covenant Church. Meals are free and walk-ins are welcome. This is an ongoing event.
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May 16-22 Alerts: Meal Sites, Skin Cancer Screening | Yamhill County
05.16.11
Come to a free Sunday supper from 4 PM to 6 PM at McMinnville Covenant Church. Meals are free and walk-ins are welcome. This is an ongoing event.
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May 16-22 Alerts: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren | Washington County
05.16.11
Did you know there are about 38,000 Oregon children whose parents are really their grandparents? If you are a grandparent who is also the head of a household, come to the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren event on May 20th in Hillsboro. You will meet others who can relate to raising a second...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren | Washington County
05.16.11
Did you know there are about 38,000 Oregon children whose parents are really their grandparents? If you are a grandparent who is also the head of a household, come to the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren event on May 20th in Hillsboro. You will meet others who can relate to raising a second...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Military Helpline, Locate Hunger-Relief Agencies | All Service Areas
05.16.11
The Oregon Food Bank has made it a lot easier for people who need help getting food on the table. Go to their website and find out how. In addition, the Military Helpline offers an anonymous way to address problems that many veterans face. Here's a bit more information and links to details on each...
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May 16-22 Alerts: Military Helpline, Locate Hunger-Relief Agencies | All Service Areas
05.16.11
The Oregon Food Bank has made it a lot easier for people who need help getting food on the table. Go to their website and find out how. In addition, the Military Helpline offers an anonymous way to address problems that many veterans face. Here's a bit more information and links to details on each...
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Anonymous
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May 16-22 Alerts: Military Helpline, Locate Hunger-Relief Agencies | All Service Areas
05.16.11
The Oregon Food Bank has made it a lot easier for people who need help getting food on the table. Go to their website and find out how. In addition, the Military Helpline offers an anonymous way to address problems that many veterans face. Here's a bit more information and links to details on each...
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Anonymous
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May 16-22 Alerts: Quit Smoking, Assistance for Veterans | Southwest Washington
05.16.11
Great services for health and well-being here. Please note that access to the Quit Line is time-limited. 
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May 16-22 Alerts: Quit Smoking, Assistance for Veterans | Southwest Washington
05.16.11
Great services for health and well-being here. Please note that access to the Quit Line is time-limited. 
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May 16-22 Alerts: Quit Smoking, Assistance for Veterans | Southwest Washington
05.16.11
Great services for health and well-being here. Please note that access to the Quit Line is time-limited. 
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May 16-22 Alerts: Vision Screening, Resource Fair, Surviving Change Workshop | Multnomah County
05.16.11
Here are three free events that sound like good boosts for the body, mind and/or spirit, all coming up in the next week or so. 
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