Neighborhood Health Center

09/01/2025

All Neighborhood Health Center (NHC) locations will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 2.

After hours care is still available:
If you experience an immediate care need outside of clinic hours, please call us at (503) 941-3033. Your call will be received by our answering service, and our on-call nurse will call you back shortly to help address your concern.

For emergencies, always call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

We wish you and your loved ones a safe and healthy holiday!

08/27/2025

At Neighborhood Health Center (NHC), we know that health is more than test results and prescriptions. Where you live, what you eat, how you get to the clinic, and if you feel safe and supported all affect your health.

That’s why we ask patients to complete a short form each year that screens for resource needs. It’s quick, easy, and incredibly important for your care. It gives us a better understanding of your day-to-day life so we can offer care that fits your real needs. It helps us help you.

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Discover how NHC’s whole person care screening helps connect patients to food, housing, and transportation resources — supporting whole-person care beyond the clinic.

08/26/2025

Ready for a night all about YOU? 🎉

The Teen Health Expo is back, and it’s packed with everything you need to feel strong, supported, and inspired. From free health screenings to mental wellness resources… and yes, 🐐 baby goats… we’ve got you covered.

Swipe through the top reasons you can’t miss it 👆

📍 Where: 21st Ave, Forest Grove (by the Farmers Market)
📅 When: Wednesday, Sept. 17th | 4 PM – 7 PM
🎟 Free! Ages 12–24

Bring a friend and let’s build healthy futures together. ✨

08/25/2025

08/25/2025

Advocacy isn’t just policy. It’s about people.

Our leadership joined Senator Ron Wyden, Senator Jeff Merkley, and Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D., to share what H.R. 1 means for the families, students, and older adults who rely on community health centers every day.

Neighborhood Health Center is proud to stand with Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center to make sure our patients’ voices are heard.

08/20/2025

As summer winds down, families are gearing up for a new school year. Back-to-school season means shopping for school supplies and adjusting to new routines. It’s also the perfect time to make sure your child is up to date on their health needs.

Vaccinations, sports physicals, and wellness visits all play a big role in protecting your child's health and helping them succeed in school. Oregon has specific health requirements for students, and parents need to know which vaccines and check-ups are important for their children.

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Get your child ready for the school year with our back-to-school health checklist: vaccines, wellness visits, sports physicals, and healthy habits.

08/18/2025

It’s National Nonprofit Day, and YOU make the difference. 💛

Every gift, every share, every voice helps us care for our neighbors — no matter their income, insurance, or situation.

From $5 donations to simply sharing our posts, your support keeps healthcare accessible for everyone in our community.

See all the ways you can help: https://bit.ly/Support_CHC

Join us in making healthcare accessible for all. Learn how to support community health centers through donations, advocacy, and sharing your story.

08/13/2025

Teens, this one's for you! 🎉

Join us for a fun and empowering evening focused on you — your health, your goals, and your future. The Teen Health Expo brings together everything you need to feel strong, supported, and inspired. 💪

🧠 Mental health + wellness tools
🍎 Nutrition tips + fitness demos
🔍 Free health screenings
👩‍⚕️ Local resources + job programs
🎁 Giveaways + take-home swag
🐐 Baby goats!!!!

Event Information:
📅 Wednesday, Sept. 17
🕔 5–7 PM
📍 21st Ave in Forest Grove (between Main St. and College Way, right by the Forest Grove Farmers Market!)
💥 Free + open to ages 12–24

Whether you're mapping out your future, learning how to take care of your mind and body, or just here to pet a goat, we’ve got something for you. 👊

Tag your crew and come hang!

08/12/2025

As high schoolers across our community gear up for fall tryouts and practices, there’s one important thing to check off your list: a sports physical. What's a sports physical? Why do students need to be examined before playing sports? We have the answers for you.

Find Out:

Make sure your student is healthy and ready to play. Learn why sports physicals matter and when to schedule one at Neighborhood Health Center.

08/11/2025

Emergency alerts could save your life. That’s why Multnomah County will test its Wireless Emergency Alert system by sending an alert to all cell phones in the county at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14.

People receiving the text will hear a high-pitched tone and their phone will vibrate twice, accompanied by a text message in English and Spanish. People in Multnomah County will receive the texts, as well as a small number of people in neighboring counties.

If you get this alert, no action is required. Please don’t call 911, 211 or 311.

The TEST is only to help emergency planners confirm the system will work during an actual emergency and to identify what can be improved.

Want more info? Please check out our FAQ page: multco.us/em

08/08/2025

Community health takes all of us.💙

This , we’re celebrating Partner Appreciation Day by recognizing the incredible organizations that help make our work possible.

From schools to public health agencies, nonprofits to industry leaders, these partners share our vision of healthy, thriving communities. Together, we expand access to care, address social drivers of health, and make sure no one is left behind.

To every partner featured here (and so many more), we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you for your collaboration, commitment, and heart. 💚

08/06/2025

At NHC, nearly 75% of our patients are covered by the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), which means we help care for people facing some of the state’s highest rates of chronic conditions.

In 2023, OHA data showed that among OHP enrollees:
🔹39.3% had a depressive disorder
🔹28.1% had arthritis
🔹17.3% had asthma
🔹And a staggering 66.9% lived with one or more chronic conditions

These numbers reinforce why we believe so strongly in integrated care. At NHC, it’s not just about treating one condition. It’s about caring for the whole person.

By offering primary care, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services, we effectively:
🔹Screen early for conditions like depression
🔹Coordinate care so medications and care plans align
🔹Prevent one health issue from becoming another
🔹Help our patients manage chronic conditions before they lead to crises

Because we know our patients often face more than one health challenge and deserve care that reflects that reality.

Whole-person care = better outcomes. NHC is here for it all.