Innovative Changes, a non-profit organization that exists to help low-income individuals and families achieve financial stability, will be leading an upcoming seminar on collections.
Innovative Changes, a non-profit organization that exists to help low-income individuals and families achieve financial stability, will be leading an upcoming seminar on collections.
After two years of touting the benefits of the web, and social media in particular, I’m pretty grounded in my beliefs. I’m probably too grounded. But the one question that always comes up and that constantly challenges me is: how does the web serve low-income and minority communities?
After two years of touting the benefits of the web, and social media in particular, I’m pretty grounded in my beliefs. I’m probably too grounded. But the one question that always comes up and that constantly challenges me is: how does the web serve low-income and minority communities?
After two years of touting the benefits of the web, and social media in particular, I’m pretty grounded in my beliefs. I’m probably too grounded. But the one question that always comes up and that constantly challenges me is: how does the web serve low-income and minority communities?
The start of the school year is fast approaching! Deschutes County Health Services reminds parents to make sure their children have the immunizations they need to go to school and stay healthy. It’s not too late-parents and their children can attend shot clinics scheduled for the end of this...
The start of the school year is fast approaching! Deschutes County Health Services reminds parents to make sure their children have the immunizations they need to go to school and stay healthy. It’s not too late-parents and their children can attend shot clinics scheduled for the end of this...
Update: In addition to the event in Portland outlined below, Stand Down job fairs will be held across Oregon.
Here's the updated list:
Columbia & Clatsop Counties
Employment: September 9, 2011 8am‐4pm
Services/Employment: September 10, 2011 10am‐3pm
Camp Rilea Hwy 101
Warrenton, OR
More...
Update: In addition to the event in Portland outlined below, Stand Down job fairs will be held across Oregon.
Here's the updated list:
Columbia & Clatsop Counties
Employment: September 9, 2011 8am‐4pm
Services/Employment: September 10, 2011 10am‐3pm
Camp Rilea Hwy 101
Warrenton, OR
More...
Marion-Polk Food Share is one of 22 regional food banks in the Oregon Food Bank network. Last fall, Women Ending Hunger, a Food Share auxiliary with over 750 members—women and men-- conducted a stand-in during Go Downtown Salem’s Back to School First Wednesday event with almost 500...
Marion-Polk Food Share is one of 22 regional food banks in the Oregon Food Bank network. Last fall, Women Ending Hunger, a Food Share auxiliary with over 750 members—women and men-- conducted a stand-in during Go Downtown Salem’s Back to School First Wednesday event with almost 500...
Marion-Polk Food Share is one of 22 regional food banks in the Oregon Food Bank network. Last fall, Women Ending Hunger, a Food Share auxiliary with over 750 members—women and men-- conducted a stand-in during Go Downtown Salem’s Back to School First Wednesday event with almost 500...
August 30 is the date when all the school supply and clothing donations will be ready for distribution at local schools throughout Bend, Redmond, Terrebonne Sunriver, La Pine and Sisters. For families in need or service providers who are working with eligible children,
contact
the child’s...
August 30 is the date when all the school supply and clothing donations will be ready for distribution at local schools throughout Bend, Redmond, Terrebonne Sunriver, La Pine and Sisters. For families in need or service providers who are working with eligible children,
contact
the child’s...
Please note there are some updates in the 211info database for school supplies at the Oregon City School District and the Canby Center. In general, it is a good idea to call ahead since school supplies are limited and hours of operation are subject to change.
For people who are soon to qualify for Medicare, deciding which plan fits their circumstances best can be a daunting task. To help seniors figure it all out, as well as help those who are already on Medicare but are considering changing their benefit plan, Medicare experts will outline the basics...
There’s always room for improvement in achieving a healthy lifestyle whether a person is able-bodied or disabled. To that end, the Oregon Institute on Disability and Development, in conjunction with Independent Living Resources, is offering a free three-day workshop to help people with...
There’s always room for improvement in achieving a healthy lifestyle whether a person is able-bodied or disabled. To that end, the Oregon Institute on Disability and Development, in conjunction with Independent Living Resources, is offering a free three-day workshop to help people with...
Here’s an update on where kids can get suited up and equipped before school starts. Please note that this may not be an exhaustive list of options because many schools receive assistance through school supply drives and corporate donations. Families will need to contact their child's school...
Here’s an update on where kids can get suited up and equipped before school starts. Please note that this may not be an exhaustive list of options because many schools receive assistance through school supply drives and corporate donations. Families will need to contact their child's school...
We have all probably heard the airline industry caveat: in case of an in-flight emergency, put your oxygen mask on before you help your child put theirs on. The whole idea, of course, is that unless we are in good mental and physical shape, we can’t help those who depend on us.
We have all probably heard the airline industry caveat: in case of an in-flight emergency, put your oxygen mask on before you help your child put theirs on. The whole idea, of course, is that unless we are in good mental and physical shape, we can’t help those who depend on us.
As they say, it takes a village, but not just to raise a child. In the case of Compassion Ridgefield, a health and human service fair coming up on September 10, it takes a collective of local churches, volunteers and health professionals working together to bring free health care to members of...
Lack of knowledge, misinformation, pride and poor transportation are just some of the reasons two thirds of qualifying senior citizens do not participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Yet without this benefit these folks are entitled to, 11 percent of them face the threat...
Lack of knowledge, misinformation, pride and poor transportation are just some of the reasons two thirds of qualifying senior citizens do not participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Yet without this benefit these folks are entitled to, 11 percent of them face the threat...
Lack of knowledge, misinformation, pride and poor transportation are just some of the reasons two thirds of qualifying senior citizens do not participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Yet without this benefit these folks are entitled to, 11 percent of them face the threat...
First-time dads-to-be will get a healthy serving of tips on what to expect while they’re expecting. Presented by Silverton Together with the support from the Children’s Trust Fund of Oregon, the Boot Camp for Dads-To-Be will cover information on taking care of a new baby, solving the...
First-time dads-to-be will get a healthy serving of tips on what to expect while they’re expecting. Presented by Silverton Together with the support from the Children’s Trust Fund of Oregon, the Boot Camp for Dads-To-Be will cover information on taking care of a new baby, solving the...
This is part of an ongoing series that explores the impact that the social web and technology have on connecting people to health and community services.
This is part of an ongoing series that explores the impact that the social web and technology have on connecting people to health and community services.
Disability Rights Oregon’s Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people access services from Oregon’s Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS), Independent Living (IL) centers, the Oregon Commission for the Blind, and tribal programs. For people who are having difficulty...
Disability Rights Oregon’s Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people access services from Oregon’s Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS), Independent Living (IL) centers, the Oregon Commission for the Blind, and tribal programs. For people who are having difficulty...
Disability Rights Oregon’s Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people access services from Oregon’s Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS), Independent Living (IL) centers, the Oregon Commission for the Blind, and tribal programs. For people who are having difficulty...
Street Roots, one of our city's most important voices for people experiencing homelessness and poverty, wrote an article everyone should read about the upcoming election and its impact on housing issues. The editorial board writes:
At some point in most people’s life someone close to them dies. Everyone handles these losses their own way, but being able to connect with a group of people that can offer support can be a ray of hope.
For Salem area residents, the Willamette Valley Hospice will offer several free series of...
At some point in most people’s life someone close to them dies. Everyone handles these losses their own way, but being able to connect with a group of people that can offer support can be a ray of hope.
For Salem area residents, the Willamette Valley Hospice will offer several free series of...
Perhaps the dinner table isn’t loaded with all the healthiest foods on the food pyramid. But many families who struggle to provide nutritious meals for their kids can insure they at least get healthy lunches at school. It’s all because of the National School Lunch Program (SNP) which...
Perhaps the dinner table isn’t loaded with all the healthiest foods on the food pyramid. But many families who struggle to provide nutritious meals for their kids can insure they at least get healthy lunches at school. It’s all because of the National School Lunch Program (SNP) which...
Perhaps the dinner table isn’t loaded with all the healthiest foods on the food pyramid. But many families who struggle to provide nutritious meals for their kids can insure they at least get healthy lunches at school. It’s all because of the National School Lunch Program (SNP) which...
Visitors to www.OregonSafenet.org will now be directed to our website here at 211info.org. The 1-800-Safenet phone line will remain unchanged.
211info has maintained the Safenet website since its inception. Since 2004, we have answered the 1-800-Safenet phone line. Safenet is a free family...
Visitors to www.OregonSafenet.org will now be directed to our website here at 211info.org. The 1-800-Safenet phone line will remain unchanged.
211info has maintained the Safenet website since its inception. Since 2004, we have answered the 1-800-Safenet phone line. Safenet is a free family...
We just got word from our hub in Eugene that there is free fireburning wood available to community service agencies that can distribute it. See details below:
I look back and wonder what made me commit to working for nonprofits. At this point it just seems like part of my DNA. But the truth is, giving back to my community was ingrained in me. My parents played a big role, and so did my education. I grew up in parochial schools in San Diego, and for 13...
I look back and wonder what made me commit to working for nonprofits. At this point it just seems like part of my DNA. But the truth is, giving back to my community was ingrained in me. My parents played a big role, and so did my education. I grew up in parochial schools in San Diego, and for 13...
I look back and wonder what made me commit to working for nonprofits. At this point it just seems like part of my DNA. But the truth is, giving back to my community was ingrained in me. My parents played a big role, and so did my education. I grew up in parochial schools in San Diego, and for 13...
One thing I’ve come to grips with is the fact that I’m a nerd. And ever since I came to 211info a couple years ago, I’ve been trying to nerd the place up.
The emerging public health problem caused by the increased prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease has drawn the attention of Oregon state legislators and agencies, scientific researchers, caregivers and providers. In response to this, a task force has been formed to develop a comprehensive health...
The emerging public health problem caused by the increased prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease has drawn the attention of Oregon state legislators and agencies, scientific researchers, caregivers and providers. In response to this, a task force has been formed to develop a comprehensive health...
A family of four with a gross household income under $3,577 may now qualify for energy assistance through the Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) Customer Care Program. Here are the guidelines for other household sizes:
Family Size ...
A family of four with a gross household income under $3,577 may now qualify for energy assistance through the Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) Customer Care Program. Here are the guidelines for other household sizes:
Family Size ...
"We have been getting a lot of participants for our financial education through 211, so thanks for helping us spread the word- you guys are a great resource!"
- Talia Kahn-Kravis, Program Coordinator, Innovative Changes
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