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11/03/2025

🎉 October was a month full of community connection for the Willamette Health Council team!

We were honored to attend and support several incredible events hosted by local partners including:
✨ Habitat for Humanity’s Hope Builder Breakfast
✨ CASA of Marion County’s We Are for the Children Luncheon
✨ Center for Hope & Safety’s Steps to Safety Walk/Run
✨ Church at the Park’s Welcome to the Table Breakfast
✨ YMCA’s Annual Fall Fundraiser
✨ Garten’s Annual Gala
✨ Isaac’s Room Annual Birthday Benefit
…and more!

We’re grateful for the inspiring work these organizations are doing every day to strengthen the health, safety, and well-being of our region.

10/31/2025

Did you catch Willamette Health Council's 2024 Annual Report? Before we finish up 2025, explore the highlights, impact stories, and community investments from 2024. The report reflects our continued commitment to advancing health and equity for Oregon Health Plan members and the broader Marion-Polk community.

📄 View the full report here: https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/about/

10/30/2025

If you're in Marion or Polk Counties and are feeling the impact of the federal government shutdown or federal benefit changes to food programs, here are resources to help:

🍎 Marion Polk Food Share: Find free food near you at marionpolkfoodshare.org/find-food
📞 2-1-1 Info: Call or text 2-1-1 or visit 211info.org for up-to-date local resources
🍂 Older adults or people with disabilities: Contact ADRC of Oregon at 1-855-673-2372 or visit adrcoforegon.org
💻 You can also visit the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Food Resources webpage to learn about Oregon's food programs: https://lnkd.in/gRjwsynm

10/28/2025

🎉 Celebrating a New Chapter in Crisis Care 🎉
Willamette Health Council staff was eager to attend the ribbon cutting for the relocation of the Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center on Monday. Beginning Thursday, October 30th, the new center at 1234 Commercial St will offer 24/7 support for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
Our staff toured the remodeled space and was impressed by all the thoughtful touches to provide the best possible care to clients. For example, the updated space includes a separate entrance for families with children, helping ensure a more supportive environment for everyone.
This milestone reflects our community’s commitment to accessible, responsive behavioral health care.

10/24/2025

📣 New on the WHC blog: We're excited to launch a Community Partner Highlight series!

Each month, our Grant Coordinator, Ally, will feature a local organization that has received funding from WHC — showcasing the amazing work they’re doing to support health and well-being in the Marion-Polk region.

First up: WiseMind Educational Services, an organization helping local youth build confidence, connection, and coping skills through school-based mental health education.

👉 Read the full spotlight here: https://ow.ly/Ik6W50XhPth

10/23/2025

A special moment at Monday’s WHC team meeting —
We were honored to receive a unique challenge coin from former Independence mayor John McArdle, representing American Legion Post 33, in recognition of our role in helping bring The Wall That Heals to Polk County earlier this year.

WHC was proud to sponsor this powerful event, which brings a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to communities across the country with the help of a lot of local volunteers. Thank you to all who made it possible — and to John for the meaningful tribute.

10/17/2025

📢 OHP Members — What do new federal changes mean for you?

Join us for a free webinar on Medicaid & SNAP updates
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 30 | ⏰ 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | 💻 Zoom
📍 Hosted by Willamette Health Council’s Community Advisory Council
🔗 Register: bit.ly/LocalChanges
🌐 Interpretation services available
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📢 Miembros de OHP — ¿Qué significan los nuevos cambios federales para usted?

Acompáñenos en este seminario web gratuito sobre cambios en Medicaid y SNAP
🗓 Jueves 30 de octubre | ⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | 💻 Zoom
📍 Organizado por el Community Advisory Council de WHC
🔗 Regístrese: bit.ly/LocalChanges
🌐 Habrá interpretación en español

10/14/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by constant change? Join us for a free Lunch & Learn webinar:
Thriving in a V.U.C.A. World (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous)
🗓 When: November 19, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Where: Zoom
🎓 Earn 1 CEU!

Led by coach and consultant Lillian A. Tsai, this session will explore how to thrive amid uncertainty and complexity in your professional world.
🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/OQSA50Xa5kt
Hosted by Willamette Health Council

10/13/2025

📣 Office Closure Notice
The Willamette Health Council office will be closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
We honor and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in our community.

10/10/2025

📣 Are you on the Oregon Health Plan (OHP)?
Join us for a free webinar to learn how recent federal changes to Medicaid and SNAP may affect you and your family.
Hosted by Willamette Health Council’s Community Advisory Council
🗓 Thursday, October 30
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Online Only)
💬 Spanish interpretation available, other languages as requested
✅ Register here: bit.ly/LocalChanges

Hear from representatives from:
✔️ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
✔️ Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)
✔️ PacificSource Community Solutions (PCS)

10/08/2025

WHC staff had a meaningful day at the CCO Oregon 2025 Annual Conference, where we joined fellow leaders to highlight innovative, effective programs that are improving the health and wellness of Oregon Health Plan members across the state.

We were especially proud of our own Heather Pascoe-Rosenthal, who co-presented “Engaging Community Partners to Recenter Youth and Families in Systems of Care” with Scott Filley (Grassroots Counseling), Alex Sosa (Latinos Unidos Siempre), and Zaira Flores Marin (PacificSource). Their session spotlighted how the Marion-Polk System of Care has strengthened collaboration and centered youth and family voice to better serve our community.

Throughout the day, we heard about strategies that are making a difference on the ground, showcasing what’s possible when partners come together to address complex challenges.

The day also included updates from Oregon’s federal and state leaders about the future of Coordinated Care Organizations and Oregon’s Medicaid system. We heard from U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas, U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, Senator Wlnsvey Campos, Representative Rob Nosse, Representative Hai Pham, and Representative Ed Diehl about what’s ahead and how policymakers are planning to address current and future challenges.

10/02/2025

🌟 Your voice matters! 🌟
Are you an Oregon Health Plan (OHP) member - or a parent/guardian of one? The Willamette Health Council is recruiting new members for our Community Advisory Council (CAC).

The CAC is where community members come together to share experiences, guide how healthcare is delivered, and ensure diverse voices - including those who have faced health disparities - are heard in shaping a healthier Marion-Polk region.

✅ Monthly 2-hour meetings (in person or online)
✅ Stipend + transportation support available for most members
✅ Opportunity to make a real impact in your community

📩 Learn more or apply: info@willamettehealthcouncil.org
| 503-584-1303
🌐 https://willamettehealthcouncil.org/our-work/community-advisory-council/

Join us and help make healthcare better for everyone! 💙

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