Whole Community Newsletter: July 2024

July 2024 | Whole Community Newsletter

BACK TO SCHOOL

Back-to-School supply drive collects items for local children

At Cascadia, we help hundreds of at-risk kids and their families navigate mental health challenges, poverty, housing insecurity, and more. Help us gather school supplies like pencils and backpacks for kids who need them right away! HELP KIDS »

Drop-off sites at each health center gathering clothes for kids in need

Help families prepare for the upcoming school year by donating your new or gently used kids’ shoes and clothes! Items will go to families who attend the Back-to-School Bazaar in August, hosted by Cascadia’s Child and Family team. DONATE »

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Summer heat: resources make a difference

As Portland continues to deal with record-breaking temperatures, it's more important than ever to monitor local resources that can help. Read updates from government agencies like Multnomah County for updates on cooling stations. Consider sharing this information with those in your community.

State launches OHP Bridge health plan

Oregon Health Plan (OHP) Bridge has opened for enrollment, starting in July 2024. This is a new health coverage for adults with income just above the traditional OHP Plus limit, but who are unable to get private marketplace healthcare. For more information, or to sign up, visit: LEARN MORE »

CASCADIA STORIES

Meet Cascadia's new Sr. Director of Health Center Operations

Cascadia awarded by IQ Credit for Kids

Cascadia Health is thrilled to welcome Oyinda Osibanjo as our new Senior Director of Integrated Health Services. The role is an essential one at Cascadia, fostering an environment of collaboration and efficiency between primary care—including its pharmacy, dietician, and nursing services—and behavioral health. READ THE STORY »

A big thank you to iQ Credit Union who awarded $2,500 to Cascadia’s annual Back-To-School Drive this summer. Our staff members Seth Baron, Program Manager II – Child & Family, and Lauren Macbeth, Development Director, accepted the award on behalf of Cascadia last week. This generous donation was made possible by iQ Credit Union’s employee-created foundation, iQ for Kids. LEARN MORE »

EVENTS & OBSERVATIONS

Join us at the Pride NW on PDX Waterfront July 20-21

Pride celebrations march on this month, culminating in the weekend Pride NW festival, Saturday July 20 and Sunday, July 21. Stop by our booth for swag, games, and more!

JOIN US AT PRIDE NW »

DONATE: OUR PRIDE SOCK DRIVE »

It's Disability Pride Month! This month celebrates the identity, resilience, and societal contributions of the disability community. Check out this helpful article on the Disability Pride Flag and how its colors came to be. LEARN MORE »

Join Cascadia's community group, STIRY (Supporting Transgender Immigrant & Refugee Youth), for a group viewing of John Pilger’s “The Dirty War on the NHS." The film explores how healthcare privatization has impacted the National Health Service in the UK. JOIN HERE »

CASCADIA CAREER CONNECTION: Join us the first Wednesday of each month! These sessions will be an opportunity to connect with Cascadia recruiters. Learn about Cascadia's mission, our culture, and our career opportunities. REGISTER »

MINDFUL MOMENTS: Every Wednesday, join Cascadia Health's Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion department for a one-hour collective mindfulness practice. JOIN HERE WEDNESDAYS AT NOON »

MINI MINDFULNESS: Short on time? Anyone can join these brief mindfulness check ins where we enjoy a 5-10 minute guided meditation and a brief reflection. Designed to fit into even the busiest schedules! JOIN HERE THURSDAYS AT NOON »

MONTHLY COMMUNITY SOCIAL: Join us for great food, great community, and great music on the last Tuesday of every month.

This wellness social is open to ALL members of the greater Portland community, so please stop by!

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Garlington Health Center | 3036 NE MLK Blvd.

Thanks for reading!

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