Community Pathways, Inc.

10/08/2025

You're invited! Join a Meet and Greet with Providers on Friday, October 17th! Led by Opportunities Unlimited, this event is open to customers of brokerage support services and case management services, their families, Personal Agents, and Service Coordinators. This is a great opportunity to meet multiple providers in one place!

🗓 When: Friday, October 17th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. PST
📍 Where: 4th Floor - 2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
📣 What: Come meet with support provider professionals who work with individuals with I/DD.

Questions? Email Peggy at peggyou046@gmail.com

10/06/2025

❗️Important Benefits Update ❗️ Starting September 1st, the federal government has established work requirements for people who get support through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps.

Our PA Specialist Christine Xthona helps explain how these changes to SNAP benefits impact customers of Community Pathways’ brokerage support services here: https://www.communitypath.org/news/2025/changes-to-snap-food-stamps

Starting September 1st, the federal government is establishing work requirements for people who get support through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps. While these rules are already taking effect, the federal government is still working on provid

10/06/2025

❗️Important Reminder❗️Renew your Oregon Health Plan (OHP) benefits to avoid gaps in DD services! Our PA Specialist Christine Xthona offers a clear, simple step-by-step guide on how to renew OHP benefits here: https://www.communitypath.org/news/2025/ohp-benefits-renewal-guide

Most customers of Developmental Disability (DD) services rely on Medicaid to pay for their services, which include brokerage support services.  In Oregon, Medicaid is called the Oregon Health Plan (OHP).  How to Renew Your OHP Benefits When it is time to renew your OHP benefits,

10/04/2025

🍁Our Fall 2025 Newsletter is out! 📧 It's packed with important updates about OHP and SNAP benefits, community-based resources, and upcoming events. We're excited to share it with you!

🔗 Read it in full here: https://www.communitypath.org/news/2025/fall-newsletter

Here's a sneak peek of what you’ll find inside:
• Important updates about OHP benefits and SNAP benefits
• Customer Spotlight: Jesse’s Story
• PSU Job Fair (October 28th)
• New Spanish-language Resource Guide for People with Disabilities
• Community Resource Fairs
• Free Emergency Preparedness Training
• Fall and Holiday Activities in and near Portland
• And more!

We hope this newsletter helps you stay informed and connected. Please feel free to share with family, friends, or anyone who might benefit.

If you have questions or need help accessing any of the resources, drop a comment here or reach out to us at info@communitypath.org.

Thank you for being part of our community! 🍁

10/01/2025

Oregon is now the first U.S. state to be verified by Wheel the World, a leader in accessible travel🎉

This means more confidence and better support for travelers with mobility needs who want to explore Oregon’s beauty.

Watch this YouTube video from Wheel the World + Travel Oregon: https://youtu.be/F4bGH2eYDeI?si=-eNi9QOegrko6Q5Y
Learn more about accessible travel in Oregon on Wheel the World's website: https://wheeltheworld.com/accessible-travel/usa/oregon?srsltid=AfmBOorsyNoJ1870BV8HTE03nw8tVmrc4OunXuj2APVf2oqomviijc2B

Hotels and activities to enjoy your trip with accessibility information verified by our team. Photos and measurements included!

10/01/2025

Share your opinion on Trimet service cuts 🚌

TriMet is planning to make big service cuts starting in November 2025, with more in March 2026. These changes could make it harder for people with disabilities to get to work, school, appointments, and community activities.

TriMet has a survey where you can share your thoughts about what matters most to you. Your answers will help them understand how service cuts affect people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

The survey is open through Friday, October 31: https://trimet.org/servicecuts/

✅ Take the survey today
✅ Ask friends, family, and support staff to share their input too
✅ Share this post so more people in the disability community can be heard

Due to a growing budget gap, we must cut some TriMet service starting in November 2025.

09/30/2025

Looking for food assistance? 211info connects people to over 1,000 food resources across Oregon and Southwest Washington, including food pantries, farmers markets, community gardens, and fresh food distribution.

They also partner with state agencies to offer in-house SNAP/Food Stamp advocacy, and can assist with Oregon & Washington food assistance applications.

If you or someone you know needs help:
💜 Call 211 or 866-698-6155
💜 Text your ZIP code to 898211 (TXT211)
💜 Email help@211info.org

In 2024, we received 28,932 requests for help with food and meals — up from 25,124 in 2023.

Food assistance is consistently one of the top three needs people contact us about. We can connect you with food resources in your area, including pantry and meal locations, assistance programs, and help accessing SNAP (OR) and Basic Food (SW WA).

Need help with food resources? Call 211, text your zip to 898211, email us at help@211info.org, visit 211info.org/get-help/food/, or choose the food icon in our app. We’re here to help!

09/26/2025

📣 We're Hiring for a Full-time Administrative Assistant! 📣

Apply before October 6th! https://www.communitypath.org/careers

09/26/2025

Join Cascadia Health and other vendors at Dawson Park for a resource fair that will include tenant advocacy resources, home repair information, employment resources, and more!

Date: Tuesday, October 7
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Dawson Park at 1 N Stanton St.

🌳 Join us at Dawson Park Tuesday, Oct. 7 for the next resource fair! Runs 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit for:

❇️ Tenant advocacy resources
❇️ Free home repair information
❇️ Housing and shelter resources
❇️ Employment resources
❇️ Food, raffle, music
❇️ Fun fall activities

09/26/2025

Support artists with disabilities at the PHAME Fall Fundraiser! ✨

Join Almost PHAMEous, PHAME's comedy troupe, for a live comedy/variety show and fundraiser! The show will include improv games, audience participation, and more.

Date: Wednesday, October 22
Time: doors open at 6 p.m., show begins at 7 p.m.
Location: Curious Comedy Theater at 5225 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Price: $35 per ticket

Learn more about the fundraiser and purchase tickets at the link below.

https://www.phamepdx.org/events/2025/10/22/laugh-out-phame?fbclid=IwY2xjawNCn1NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuaVNoQ2pscnNCU3VBbE0zAR7WjQVtwlPippxG6Zt1fb6_pivRcTvwQ9_drsiWEpVnD5ZfpIRCWfqlpboitQ_aem_XLDOpDpSZlegUTzkY8cXnw

You’re invited to Laugh Out PHAME , a high-energy fundraiser led by Almost PHAMEous, PHAME’s very own Comedy Troupe, along with local comedy faves!

09/25/2025

Planning a trip to OMSI? Check out their new Sensory Guide designed to help make the museum more welcoming and accessible for everyone!

The guide includes:
⭐️ What to expect in each exhibit and space
⭐️ Where to find quiet areas and take breaks
⭐️ How to borrow sensory kits with helpful tools like earmuffs or fidgets
⭐️ Tips for making your visit more comfortable and fun

Read the full sensory guide PDF here: https://omsi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sensory-Guide-to-OMSI.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawNCTxdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6Qnd0ZDl1WTBzOTdNc2x0AR48fpLlnkExeRZzysePGWiV65psQcUHBlWboH_cj7ZLeGFEI-0_QbeH2bHB1Q_aem_mKjQB5dFSF9mISo3jecdVQ

09/24/2025

Community Connectors from Ride Connection offer FREE public transportation in your community! 🚌

Free shuttles are available in Washington County, Forest Grove, Tualatin, King City, and North Hillsboro.

To request an off-route pick-up or drop-off (within a half mile of the route), call 503-226-0700.

Want the map & schedule mailed to you (English or Spanish)? Email info@rideconnection.org.

Visit the link to learn more about this free service, routes, and more: https://rideconnection.org/services/community-connectors/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNA8VRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGNTJhcjg4QVM5OUREaUsyAR71Zh3dTCd3Scaa-ypUYTfqs0iSHhwtZszzXSqPW-U_0cPcW7HRCS-YHoMPSg_aem_1jbrAjwFRKskq8rmyb9xxw

✨ “Your neighborhood ride is on the house! 🚐

The King City Link connects King City & Tualatin to Bridgeport Village, Tualatin Park & Ride, and the WES Station — and yes, it’s 100% FREE. Best part? This shuttle is for EVERYONE — no restrictions, no qualifications, just hop on and ride. Catch it at a stop or just flag it down along the way. Hop on, ride free, stay connected! 💜

Learn more about our Community Connectors here:https://rideconnection.org/services/community-connectors/