Independent Living Resources

Monthly News & Updates

August 1, 2025 | Issue 7

Since 1957 Independent Living Resources has been creating opportunities, encouraging choices, advancing equal access and furthering the level of independence for all people with disabilities through our commitment to the Independent Living Movement.

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Advocating for Disability Rights

ILR is committed to advocating for our consumers and the disability community by embodying the Independent Living Movement. As the rights of individuals are being challenged in the courts, we have an opportunity to directly advocate for ourselves and each other

You can act by contacting your legislator to tell your story!

Contact your representatives NOW!

OREGON ADVOCACY AND HELP LINES

Click the links below to access advocacy information and hate reporting lines.

Find your Legislator call or write to share your experience and what you want to see them advocate for.

Department of Justice information about Oregon as a sanctuary state and links to call the hotline or report potential violations via the website

Oregon Department of Justice hotline and messaging to report non-emergency bias for protected classes

"Social Justice and Community Resilience"

Oregon.gov page dedicated to listing other reporting hotlines such as APANO, Q Center, and racial equity support line

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ILR's Upcoming Events

Rent Well Upcoming Course:

Looking to increase your readiness to rent a home? Join Jessica at our next Rent Well course! Recruiting now.

Next Course: August 18 at ILR

Rent Well FAQ

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35th Annual ADA Day Celebration

Tuesday July 29, 2025, ILR hosted our 35th ADA Day Celebration and the turnout was amazing. We had a great group of community partners presenting information, engaging with community members, and sharing resources.

Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. shared in a robust Q&A conversation with us regarding questions asked by the disability community. Check out our social media for videos and pictures!

Multnomah County elections team were there helping disabled individuals register to vote!

We had volunteers and staff face painting, hosting arts and crafts table, serving juicy hot dogs, raffling off gift cards and prizes, music by DJ Herbert and so much more! What a day we had!!!

Thank you to all who came to celebrate with us! Check out our Instagram or Facebook to view the photos from the day!

Special Thanks to our Community Partners:

Dungarvin
Trellis
ABLE Oregon
Youth Progress Association
Goodwill Industries
Upstream Access
The ARC of Oregon
ASNW
SHIP Medicare Help
Multnomah County Elections
Washington County Public Health
Clackamas County Public Health
DART
Portland Police Bureau
Portland Bureau of Transit
PCC Accessible Ed and Disability Resources
Office of Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, MD

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ILR Now Offering Housing Connector Services

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Independent Living Resources has teamed up with Housing Connector Hub to continue to aid consumers in finding affordable housing services in the Portland Metro.

The Community Hub is a platform that shows over 400 units in Multnomah County that have reduced their screening criteria. Each Housing Connector unit is insured by financial property protections and Housing Connector’s Stability Team.

For more information contact Nikki Dolan at nikkid@ilr.org or 503-232-7411 x332

Community Partner Announcements

The Miracles Club (TMC) is hosting their 2nd Annual Soul Stroll/Wellness Walk—a powerful community event dedicated to promoting African American health and wellness. It is open to the public and community partners to join the walk. $20/person, $150 non-profit/community organizations (10 members max), $250 Corporate.

About the Event:

Hosted by The Miracles Club’s Wellness Within Reach Program. This year’s theme focuses on diabetes prevention, management, and promoting healthy living with chronic conditions.

The Soul Stroll is more than just a walk—it’s a celebration of community, culture, and collective action for better health outcomes in African American and underserved communities.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Time: 8:30 AM

Location: Dawson Park – 1 N Stanton St, Portland, OR 97227

Attire: Comfortable athletic wear (e.g., sportswear, leggings, shorts, sneakers)

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Information and Registration link

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