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Looking to get some dental work before the holidays?

Medical Teams International will be hosting several dental clinics throughout December for those with no insurance and no reasonable means of paying for dental care.

Clinics serve those with urgent dental needs, primarily extractions or restorations. Does NOT provide routine cleanings, crowns, dentures, bridge work, or root canals.

The NAYA Family Center shared this news with us: 

Are your doors and windows drafty? Worried about high heating bills? Learn how to weatherize your home with local non-profit Community Energy Project (CEP).

Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Workshop 6-8pm

Time and time again we get calls from people just barely hanging on. They are worried about their kids, their spouses and themselves. But they are also worried about the four-legged members of the family.

Recently we came across Douglas County Low-Cost Veterinary Services. The website states:

Share the Warmth is an annual coat and blanket drive that is happening now through December 19th sponsored by Windermere Real Estate. You can bring blankets and new or gently used (laundered, please) coats for adults and children to any Windermere/Glen Taylor real estate offices. Warm hats and gloves or mittens are also gratefully accepted.

Who doesn't love free toys? All are welcome. 

An education is critical in this economy. Thankfully Multnomah County has a great web page with resources for someone looking for their General Educational Development (GED) certificate.

They provide a Learning Lab which "gives an overview of the GED process and includes study tips, a practice test and a 70 percent testing scholarship." They also provide links to various educational institutions where someone get help earning their GED.

You are eligible to earn a GED if:

At some point in our lives we all have to come to terms with a devastating situation. The recent tragedies in Clackamas and Connecticut are situations that will have a lasting effect on many people in our community. In an effort to help those struggling with the aftermath, several community organizations are offering counseling, including:

·    Line for Life Helpline: 800-282-7035 

211info recently started a Military resources service. Since then we've been trying to update you all on Military specific events and resources.

But, my wife tipped me off to a great iPhone app related to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Here's the info from the Apple App Store: 

ST VINCENT DE PAUL-PORTLAND SOCIAL SERVICES
5120 SE Milwaukie Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

Christmas Hotline: (503) 595-2292
http://www.svdppdx.org
annap@svdppdx.org

HOLIDAY SERVICES
Service Description:
Christmas food boxes for families with children in need.

Eligibility:
Residents of Multnomah County only with the exception of Southwest areas.
Families with children.
Must not have signed up last year.

This is our regular update from Annette M. Evans, Washington County Department of Housing Services regarding shelters.