Oregon Community Programs - OCP

01/20/2026

Have you ever looked at your child mid-meltdown and thought, “Why won’t they just listen?”
If so, you’re not alone. Every parent has moments of feeling powerless when cooperation feels out of reach.
The good news? You likely have far more influence than you think.

Our FREE Parenting Through Change (PTC) group is a 10-week parenting support group for families living in Lane County, starting Thursday, February 5. This group offers a supportive, judgment-free space to build community with other parents while learning practical strategies that strengthen connection and increase cooperation.

✔️ Free to attend
✔️ Childcare and dinner provided
✔️ $25 gift card for participation
✔️ Real tools you can use right away
✔️ Supportive group environment

Thursdays | February 5 – April 16
5:30–7:00 PM
1170 Pearl Street, Eugene

Spots are limited.
Call or text 541-743-4350 to sign up
Learn more: https://www.oregoncommunityprograms.org/services/parenting-through-change/

You don’t have to do this alone. 💛

A private nonprofit agency that has provided research-based treatment and prevention services and programs to children, youth, and families since 1983.

01/20/2026

Access to preventative care matters.

We’re grateful to see opportunities like this free dental clinic for children, hosted by Lane Community College as part of Give Kids A Smile. Services are provided at no cost, with professional supervision, and appointments are available throughout the day on March 7.

Please share with families who might benefit!

We're excited to announce that we're hosting a free dental clinic for children 5 & up on March 7th!

As part of American Dental Association Foundation's , our dental hygiene students will give kids free evaluations, sealants, fluoride, x-rays, and preventative care, under the supervision of Lane instructors and volunteer dentists. All at our new bond-funded Health Professions building on our main campus (lanecc.edu/map).

Appointments are available 8 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1 p.m.–5 p.m. on March 7, but spots will fill fast. Call the Lane Dental Clinic at 541-463-5206 to reserve a time.

(Adults can also call the same number to book low-cost appointments during regular clinic hours.)

Learn more at lanecc.edu/news

01/15/2026

Looking for parenting support without judgment? This is it.

Our Parenting Through Change groups offer a judgment-free space to learn new strategies, connect with other parents, and feel supported instead of alone. Parents who’ve joined in the past consistently tell us how much they loved this group.

Free to attend for parents in Lane County!
Free childcare available during sessions
Incentives for participation
Real tools you can actually use

Begins February 5, 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
1170 Pearl St., Eugene, OR 97401

You deserve support too.

**Call or text Dani 541-743-4350 to sign up!

Learn more:
https://www.oregoncommunityprograms.org/services/parenting-through-change/

01/15/2026

What an incredible day! Thank you to Bloodworks Northwest for partnering with us and making today’s blood drive possible.

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to donate, support one another, and show up for our community. Every donation makes a real difference, and we are so grateful for the time and care you gave today.

And to all our donors, good luck in the cruise giveaway. We’re rooting for you!

01/14/2026

Please join us in celebrating Karol for earning her GenPMTO certification, a major milestone in her professional journey!

GenPMTO (Generation Parent Management Training, Oregon model) is an evidence-based parenting intervention that equips caregivers with practical tools to build stronger family relationships, encourage positive behavior, and support healthy development in children and youth. It focuses on skills like positive reinforcement, consistent limit-setting, emotional regulation, and problem-solving, all grounded in decades of research and proven outcomes for families.

We are so proud of Karol for adding this certification to her already impressive clinical background. Her expertise in GenPMTO means even more families can receive meaningful, effective support as they strengthen connections and navigate everyday challenges with confidence.

Help us congratulate Karol in the comments! 👏🎉

To learn if your family would be a good fit, please give us a call and ask to speak with our intake coordinator!

Learn more about GenPMTO here: https://generationpmto.org/

12/15/2025

**Sign up to donate blood for January 14th at Oregon Community Programs**
https://donate.bloodworksnw.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/100296

Ready to set sail? Donate blood this January with Bloodworks Northwest and you could win a 7-night Alaska cruise courtesy of Celebrity Cruises! It only takes an hour to save a life and now it could take you somewhere unforgettable. Sign up to donate blood for January 14th at Oregon Community Programs and complete your entry at www.bloodworksnw.org/win

12/10/2025

Families heal around tables.
They share stories, worries, inside jokes, and the small moments that help kids feel seen and safe.

But for many of the families we serve, sitting down for a simple meal together isn’t simple at all.
Some are choosing between groceries and gas. Some are navigating crises that make it hard to keep food on the table. Some just need a small bit of support to make those moments of connection possible.

The Jackie Rosemond Fund was created to honor Jackie’s legacy of showing up for families with warmth, compassion, and zero judgment. Today, the fund helps provide food, transportation assistance, and practical support so parents and caregivers can focus on what matters most: being together.

If you’d like to help a local family share a meal, text JackieOCP to 41444 or visit: https://igfn.us/f/5toy/n

Thank you for keeping Jackie’s spirit alive in this work!

12/02/2025

✨ This Giving Tuesday, we’re lifting up the story of a youth we’re calling Riley. ✨

She is fourteen, bright, quick witted, and stronger than she realizes. She has lived in more foster homes than she can remember and she ran when things fell apart. She spent time in juvenile detention feeling scared and completely alone. And through it all, she held on to one painful belief: she thought her dad did not want her anymore.

Riley is now in OCP's specialized foster care, and what she didn’t know was that her dad was also receiving support through OCP. He is working through his own struggles, taking parenting classes, showing up for family therapy, and practicing skills he wished he had known years earlier. He keeps showing up because he loves her, even on the days he can barely hold himself together.

Now, with both Riley and her dad engaged in services, she is closer than ever to something she never believed she would have again: the chance to wake up on Christmas morning in a home where she feels safe, seen, and loved. ❤️🎄

Learn more about Riley’s journey and help make her next step possible:
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/2FrprQ?vid=1n00ds

Or text Riley2025 to 41444

11/06/2025

We love seeing our community come together to make local food accessible for everyone!

Willamette Farm & Food Coalition has put together some helpful Fill Your Pantry FAQs to make shopping easy, especially for families using SNAP, Pantry Bucks, or Burrito Brigade vouchers during the event.

Find all the details and answers to common questions here:

10/27/2025

Last chance! Tomorrow’s the final day for Little Lettuce (kids 12 & under) and Bucka Bucka Bucks (for households under 300% FPL) at the Lane County Farmers Market!

Fresh food, local farmers, and community care. Don’t miss it!
🔗 willamettefarmandfood.org/funding-local-food-lane-county

Our final Tuesday Market of the season is coming up on October 28th! LCFM will distribute $1,390 in Bucka Bucka Bucks and $180 in Little Lettuce to be used that day 🐓🥬

Please help us share that the Willamette Farm & Food Coalition has launched the Healthy Food for All Fall Fundraiser. The goal is to raise $300,000 in gap funding to support the 2026 Little Lettuce and Bucka Bucka Bucks programs. With community support from donors, sponsors, and partners like you, we can bridge this gap until the next phase of Trillium or other funds become available. You can read more about this fundraiser and donate by following the link in our bio.

10/22/2025

Professional development at OCP is always a team effort!!

During last week’s Parenting Through Change training, some of our clinicians practiced leading a mock parent group while Clinical Director, April and Outpatient Program Director, Evyan played the part of parents. There were plenty of laughs and lots of learning along the way!

Parenting Through Change is an evidence-based program that creates opportunities for parents to support one another, build on strengths, and navigate parenting with greater confidence.

These hands-on trainings help our staff grow together and ensure families receive the best possible support!

If you're interested in attending PTC as a parent in Lane County, learn more here: https://www.oregoncommunityprograms.org/services/parenting-through-change/

10/14/2025

This fall, several of our youth reached major milestones, completing programs and moving toward independence. Moments like these remind us why this work matters.

At a recent graduation, one of our foster parents shared these words with their youth:

“You’ve worked so hard, been so brave, and learned to see life in a brand-new way. You’ve shown us that laughter and bravery can go together, and reminded us why we do what we do: to help kids find hope even when things seem dark. Always remember that there are people who care about you and believe in you.”

These moments, full of courage, love, and growth, are what make foster care so meaningful.

Every milestone matters. Every connection counts.

Learn more about becoming a foster parent: https://www.oregoncommunityprograms.org/fostering/

Or help support a youth's journey:
https://www.oregoncommunityprograms.org/donations/