Sunday, August 30, 2009

This site if frequently updated, especially the Upcoming Events ... please keep checking back.


Welcome!

Do you need help finding resources in La Pine, Sunriver, Gilchrist and Crescent?

My name is Kathy Matthews, and I welcome you to this website especially designed for those of us who live in La Pine, Sunriver, Gilchrist and Crescent. It is intended to outline the community resources available to Southern Deschutes County and Northern Klamath County. There is some info on Northern Lake County also included. It is not sponsored by anybody but me.

I have reserved the top portion for announcements and upcoming events. The middle section has info regarding services for the homeless and those in crisis in the greater Central Oregon area, and the bottom part is for the South County area.

The sidebar is full of information, please take a few minutes to acquaint yourself with all that is on there.

There are also 100's more resource links at the very bottom of the page for the whole Central Oregon area ... just click on each box to find out more about each agency and the resource links they have posted. I have also concentrated information for those with disabilities along with those links.

My goal is to pull out and organize applicable information for our end of the county. Of course, we may have to travel to Bend or Redmond for some things, but it is also nice to know what is offered right here at home.

If you have something to add, please email me at: oregongiftsofcomfortandjoy@hotmail.com or call our office at: 541-536-9010.

Thank you for stopping by, I hope this site has been useful to you.

Kathy


"The Cheat Sheet"

These are the main places to go for help during a crisis in So, Deschutes County and No. Klamath County. They'll get you started, and can help with referrals:

The La Pine Community Kitchen - 536-1312 (website coming soon)
La Pine St. Vincent de Paul - www.centraloregonsvdp.org/
NeighborImpact - http://www.neighborimpact.org/
Connections (DHS) in La Pine -
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/assistance/foodstamps/foodstamps.shtml
La Pine Community Health Care - http://www.lapinecc.com/
Family Access Network
(if you have kids in the Bend/La Pine schools) -
www.familyaccessnetwork.org.
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 7:01 AM 1 comments

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Table of Contents and Upcoming Events:






For upcoming events,please check out the Chamber of Commerce websites below:


La Pine Chamber of Commerce
http://www.lapine.org/Calendar.html

Gilchrist, Oregon
http://gilchristoregon.com/index.htm

South County Watch
http://www.southcountywatch.com/

Sunriver Chamber of Commerce
http://sunriverorcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventsStartPage.aspx?CE=True

Bend Chamber of Commerce
http://bendorcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/BendORCOC.aspx?OE=True

Central Oregon Upcoming Events
http://bendorcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/BendORCOCOM.aspx?CE=True

Christmas Valley Chamber of Commerce
http://www.christmasvalleychamber.org/Site/EVENTS.html

Hack Bend Blog:
http://www.hackbend.com/index.php






From the La Pine Chamber of Commerce Website:

BOOK NOOK - La Pine Library. Tuesdays 10am -1pm & Saturdays 1pm – 4pm. Hard Cover Books: $1.00; Paperbacks 50cents; Children’s Books: 25 cents. Call 312-1090 for more info.
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Rimrock Trails Adolescent Treatment Services…is now coming to La Pine. They will be available every other Tuesday from approximately 10:00am to 3:00pm in the City Hall Building. Drop by or call 541-617-4771 or
toll free 1-888-532-6247 for an appointment Services provided to 13 – 17.5 year old. Alcohol & Drug services on out patient basis. For more information go to the web site at www.rimrocktrailsats.com.



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Support "Adopt a Flag" In North Klamath County

Sponsored by: North Klamath County Chamber of Commerce
The four communities that make up the North Klamath County Chamber of Commerce are Gilchrist, Crescent, Crescent Lake & Chemult. North KCCC.org is offering a program which allows you to adopt one of the many American Flags that stand tall and proud in all our communities. The adoption process is as simple as downloading our application and mailing it to us. Click here for more information.
(Thank you to the Northern Klamath County Chamber website.)




Help the Hungry ...


The La Pine Chamber of Commerce and Neighbor Impact are joining forces to help fill the food pantries of the La Pine Community Kitchen and St. Vincent de Paul. Please call the chamber office (541) 536-977 1 if you are willing to receive food donations at your place of business. (Free food boxes will be provided.)


The La Pine Community Kitchen
desperately needs donations
of the following items:


Razors, toilet paper, shampoo, soap,

laundry soap, deodorant,

toothbrushes & toothpaste

(The things you need but cannot
purchase with food stamps.)

Also needed: Donations of Firewood



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Winter Clothes Needed
for Local Kids


Your La Pine and Three Rivers FAN advocates need donations of new or like new childrens winter boots, snowsuits, gloves, hats, coats. The elementary school kids are required to be dressed warmly for recess, and many just do not have warm winter clothing.




Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 6:32 AM 0 comments

Saturday, March 21, 2009

The Newberry Eagle - La Pine's Own Newspaper:



Link to more upcoming events:

 http://www.newberryeagle.com/pages/central_oregon_events.htm


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Midstate Electric Co-op is refunding unclaimed credits for cash for some people who were members from 1986-1989. You only have until December 16 to claim it. Check their website to see if your name is on the list and give Midstate a call to find out more. 536-2126 www.midstateelectric.com
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 5:59 AM 3 comments

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

This first section contains info on resources available in Central Oregon for the homeless as well as info on some local non-profit organizations:






Central Oregon Resources:

(Keep scrolling down to the middle of the page
for the La Pine,Sunriver, Gilchrist & Crescent Info)


Local Service
Organizations and Clubs:


P.O. Box 4761, Sunriver OR 97707
Contact: Madeline Bednarek at 541-593-3653
www.sunriverrotary.org

Shots for Tots ~ Road Cleanup ~ New Generations ~ Firewood for the Needy ~ Meels on Wheels Delivery ~ Wine Raffle/Auction Fundraiser ~ Three Rivers Reading Program ~
Scholarships for High School ~ Group Student Exchange Program


American Legion Post 45
52532 Drafter Road, La Pine OR 97339
P.O. Box 590, La Pine OR 97739
541-536-1402 (O) and 541-536-1692 (F)
Email: alpost45@bendnet.com

http://www.legion.org/homepage.php


La Pine Christmas
Basket Organization
P.O. Box 638
La Pine OR 97739
Seasonal telephone only.


La Pine Community Kitchen
16480 Finley Butte Road, La Pine OR 97739
P.O. Box 813, La Pine OR 97739
541-536-1312
Email: riggs@coinet.com

Free Lunches Monday - Friday from 12:00-2:00,
Food Boxes, Clothing, Bedding,
and NeighborImpact Assistance


La Pine Lions Club
P.O. Box 2254, La Pine OR 97739
Membership Chairperson: Shirley Gerhart at 536-2201
President: Don Dickover at 536-6096

http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/index.php

Vision, Hearing and Dental Assistance,
Health Screenings, Road Cleanup,
Children's Christmas Market
and Community Volunteer Opportunities


La Pine Moose Club #2093
52510 Drafter Road, La Pine OR 97739
P.O. Box 776 La Pine OR 97739
541-536-3388 (O) and 541-536-8532 (F)
Email: Lodge2093@mooseunits.org

http://www.mooseintl.org/public/default.asp

Keeping Our Children Warm Clothing Closet by appointment. Free. Donations go directly to community members and to FAN. Children's winter clothing is always needed, including boots, snowsuits, hats, scarfs and mittens/gloves.

Community Holiday Celebrations:
Christmas dinner with Santa and Gifts
Easter Egg Hunt


La Pine Senior Activity Center
16450 Victory Way, La Pine OR 97739
P.O. Box 1279 La Pine OR 97739
541-536-6237 (O) or 541-536-3207 (F)
Email: lpseniors@coinet.com

Meals on Wheels, Dial-A-Ride, Lunchtime Meals,
Helpline, Support Services,
Senior Volunteer Opportunities,
Nutrition Services and More!

http://www.councilonaging.org/lapineseniorcenter.html



La Pine St. Vincent de Paul
Behind US Bank in La Pine ~ 536-1956

Food Bank / Food Vouchers Utilities / Heating Assistance
Prescription Vouchers Emergency Medical/Dental Services
Emergency Rental/Mortgage Payments Gas (job interviews, appointments)
Transportation (bus, train) Furniture
Clothing Household Goods
Emergency Shelter (motels) Referrals
Other Miscellaneous Services......................... (necessary to maintain basic quality of life.)

www.centraloregonsvdp.org/



Wonderland Express ~
Sunriver Resort
P.O. Box 3589, Sunriver OR 97707
541-593-7800
Email: jbristow@sunriver-resort.com
Website: www.wonderlandexpress.com

A wonderful Christmas experience for low income
families in the Sunriver and La Pine area,
in conjunction with the FAN Advocates
and Sunriver Resort.
Take a look at the Wonderland Express
website for more
info and to find out how you can donate.



Christmas Valley Moose Lodge #2664

P.O. Box 1015, Christmas Valley, OR 97641

Phone: 541-576-2664

Website: http://www.mooseintl.org


Silver Lake Lions Club

Duane Hand ~ 541-576-2365

P.O. Box 81, Silver Lake, OR 97638







Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 3:44 PM 0 comments

2. SCOOTER, Inc. and Resource Links:






For more info on donating or volunteering call: 536-2644
http://www.scootr.org/


S.C.O.O.T.R. has and does donate money,

goods and time to the following organizations:
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 1:42 PM 0 comments

3. HOMELESS RESOURCES: Full Circle Outreach Information



The following is not located in La Pine, but has some good Central Oregon links for assistance that may be useful. I really like how this woman and her son reached out to others and ended up creating a really neat network. Their organization is called Full Circle Outreach and their website is: www.yourfullcircle.org

Churches:
City Center Church 541-528-7128
Desert Song Community Church 541-771-6548
Highland Baptist 541-548-4161
Powell Butte Church 541-548-3066
Redmond Community Church 541-9 23-3023

Crisis:
Cascade Youth and Family Center (Bend)-
http://www.jbarj.org/CYFC/cyfc.html
Central Oregon Veteran's Outreach (COVO)-
http://covo-us.org/tb/about-covo/m-2.html
Central Oregon Partnership for Youth (COPY) -
http://www.volunteermatch.org/search/org47905.jsp
Deschutes County Mental Health -
http://www.co.deschutes.or.us/index.cfm?objectid=FFE263DF-874E-67E2-D350EB9AC8D999A8
J Bar J Youth Services -
http://www.jbarj.org/Boys/boys.html
Oregon Youth Challenge -
http://www.oycp.com/
Sage Walk Outdoor School for Troubled Teens -
http://www.sagewalk.com/
Saving Grace (Domestic Violence) -
http://www.saving-grace.org/
Teen Challenge -
http://www.teenchallengepnw.com/

Redmond Food Assistance:
FISH Food Pantry 541-548-5818, M & Th & F
Jericho's Table 541-923-3660, T & Th
Redmond Community Church 541-923-3023 T & Th
Seventh Day Adventist 541-923-5264, Tues.
Shepherd's Table 541-548-7128 2nd & 4th Fri..
St. Alban's 541-548-4212, Fri.
St. Vincent De Paul 541-923-0301, W & Th

Housing:
Shepherds House (Bend) -
http://www.myshepherdshouse.org/
Bethlehem Inn (Bend) -
http://www.bethleheminn.org/pin/
Nancy's House (Bend) -
http://www.neighborimpact.org/shelter.html
The Loft (Teen Housing (Bend) -
http://www.jbarj.org/CYFC/cyfc.html
 Housing Works (HUD) -
http://www.oregonhousingworks.org/

Rehabilitation:
Alanon -
http://www.usrecovery.info/Al-Anon/Oregon.htm
Alcoholics Annonymous -
http://www.aa-oregon.org/aa_meetings.htm
Best Care -
http://www.bestcaretreatment.org/
Celebrate Recovery -
http://www.centraloregoncr.org/about_us.html
Narcotics Annonymous -
http://www.centraloregonna.com/

Unplanned Pregnancy:
Pregnancy Resource Centers of Central Oregon -
http://prcco.org/index.php?nid=94553&s=au
Grandma's House -
http://www.grandmashouseofbend.com/

4. The article on Chuck has
been moved to the sidebar.
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 8:44 AM 0 comments

5. HOMELESS RESOURCES: Homeless Leadership Coalition




www.cohomeless.org


Links:

BEND AREA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
http://www.bendhabitat.org/

BEND/LA PINE SCHOOLS
http://www.bend.k12.or.us/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1

BEND’S COMMUNITY CENTER
http://www.bendscommunitycenter.org

BETHLEHEM INN
http://www.bethleheminn.org/

CASCADE YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER
http://www.jbarj.org/CYFC/cyfc.html

CITIZENS FOR BEND AREA TRANSIT (C-BAT)
www.citizensforbendareatransit.org

CITY OF BEND
http://www.ci.bend.or.us/

CENTRAL OREGON VETERANS OUTREACH (COVO)
http://www.covo-us.org/

OREGON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS)
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/index.shtml

DESCHUTES COUNTY
www.co.deschutes.or.us/

DESCHUTES COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
www.co.deschutes.or.us/health/

DESCHUTES COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
www.co.deschutes.or.us/humsvcs/

DESCHUTES COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
http://www.dpls.lib.or.us/

DESCHUTES COUNTY SHERRIF’S OFFICE,
CENTRAL OREGON PARTNERSHIPS FOR YOUTH(COPY) PROGRAM
http://www.co.deschutes.or.us/go/government/departments/sheriff's-
office/volunteers/central-oregon-partnerships-for-youth

FULL CIRCLE OUTREACH
www.yourfullcircle.org

GRANDMA’S HOUSE
http://www.grandmashouseofbend.com/

HEALTHY BEGINNINGS
www.healthybeginnings.info

HOUSING WORKS
www.housing-works.org

LEGAL AID SERVICES OF OREGON
http://www.lawhelp.org/program/1173/

MT. VIEW HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
http://www.mvhd.org/html/mvhd-foundation.html

NEIGHBORIMPACT
http://www.neighborimpact.org/

OASIS CHURCH
http://www.oasisbend.com/

OREGON COALITION ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
http://www.ochh.org/

OREGON HOUSING AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
http://www.ohcs.oregon.gov/

PARTNERSHIP TO END POVERTY
http://www.partnershiptoendpoverty.org/

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER
http://www.prcco.org/

PRUDENTIAL NW PROPERTIES
http://www.transitionalyouth.org/

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, BEND
http://www.centraloregonsvdp.org/bend.htm

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, PRINEVILLE
http://www.centraloregonsvdp.org/prineville.htm

SAVING GRACE
http://www.saving-grace.org/

THE SHEPHERD’S HOUSE
www.myshepherdshouse.org

VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE
http://www.vim-cascades.org

© 2005 Homeless Leadership Coalition
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 7:53 AM 0 comments

6. HOMELESS RESOURCES: Project Homeless Connect



Please click on the above document to enlarge it for easier reading.

Project Homeless Connect:

http://www.projectconnectco.org/


These nice people all gather in one spot to serve the homeless by providing a full day of comprehensive services. Last October they set up at the fairgrounds in Redmond and offered the following:


On event day at the Hooker Creek Event Center at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, guests check in and access those services that are helpful to them throughout the day. Translators will be available for event guests as needed. Food on event day includes two hot meals provided in a restaurant style and take away bags of food. Transportation is also provided to and from the event as well as bus passes for work, medical and appointments.

Our list of services will continue to grow as we approach the Project Homeless Connect event day. Please check back again for the most recent updates.

Financial Services
 Credit checks, credit counseling, matched savings, EITC, budgeting, financial literacy, micro-enterprise

Employment
 Employers, work training, interview skills and support, disability and barrier support, Employment Department, COIC for computer training and additional services

Education
GED, CentralOregonCommunity College, English Language Learning, college prep, t utoring, navigator coach, career and vocational training

Housing
 Utility and rental assistance, senior and disabled home repair and wood delivery and much MORE.

Identification Services & Legal Assistance
 DMV services, voter registration, identification services, l egal aid, pro bono services

Medical
 Urgent care and RX assistance, immunizations, HIV and Hep-C testing, medical information services and first aid kits

Dental
 Teeth pulling, screening, denture services, cleaning for children, referrals, education

Eye Care
 Eye exams, free glasses, referrals

Nutrition
 Crock pot and dutch oven cooking, outdoor cooking, microwave cooking, safe food prep and storage tips, meal planning, plus MORE FUN!

Personal Care & Personal Kits
 Hair cuts, toe nail clipping, shave, shower, phone calls, email access, personal photos, personal growth TBA, message, bike repair, library cards, free books, p ersonal care items in a kit (including first aid)

Mental Health
 Screening, private, referral, psychiatric, support groups, addiction services and support groups, ALANON, AA, NAMI, and MORE

Children's Services
 FAN advocates, reading, free books, health screenings, play, nursing and diaper changing area, all children’s services - this area is designed to be FUN and loving

Youth Services
All youth services provided in an “awesome” area designed by teens to “chill” in

Veterinary Services
 Urgent care for pets, nail trimming, etc.

Social Services (non-profit)
 Domestic violence and rape, pregnancy tests, Latino and Native services, family planning, pregnancy services and MORE

Social Services (public agency)
 DHS, WIC, SSI and SSD, Medicaid, Medicare, Food Stamps, Health Department and MORE

Veterans
 All veteran’s services as well as advocacy

Survival Skills
Fire building, health awareness, safety, bedding, clothes, outdoor gear"

Resources and Links:

Homelessness in Oregon per Oregon County
Oregon Center for Public Policy: Poverty
Spotlight On Poverty: www.spotlightonpoverty.org
National Alliance to End Homelessness www.endhomelessness.org
Institute for Research Poverty www.irp.wisc.edu
 National Law Center on Homeless and Poverty www.nlchp.org

Rural Poverty Reaserch Center www.rprconline.org
National Coalition for the Homeless www.nationalhomeless.org

Books on Poverty:

“One Nation Underprivileged” - Mark Robert Rank
“The Fragile Middle Class” – Elizabeth Warren
“The Two-Income Trap” – Elizabeth Warren
“Jobs Are Not Enough” – Roberta Rehner Iverson and Annie Laurie Armstrong

Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 7:30 AM 0 comments

Monday, March 2, 2009

7. The Family Access Network (FAN Advocates):



If you have kids
attending school in
La Pine or Sunriver,
you have a FAN Advocate!

La Pine Elementary: 536-1007
La Pine Middle School: 536-7886
La Pine High School: 322-5360
Three Rivers School: 593-3555

FAN advocates help fill families' basic needs:

Published: October 13. 2006 4:00 AM PST
The Bend Bulletin

This profile is one in a regular series to help families connect with assistance organizations.

ORGANIZATION: Family Access Network

HOW IT WORKS: The Family Access Network is made up of 22 advocates who are located in public schools throughout Deschutes County. All public schools in the county have either a part-time or on-call advocate. These staff members help connect local students and families with basic needs such as food, housing, health care and clothing. The advocates are familiar with local aid agencies and the kind of services they offer. FAN also partners with local businesses and organizations that providegoods or services to families in need. Julie Lyche, the program director of FAN, said many advocates are working with homeless families to try to find them housing before the weather gets even colder. During the 2005-06 school year, FAN connected 2,100 kids with clothing (supported through the Assistance League of Bend), helped improve housing for 1,400 families, connected 1,850 families with food assistance, helped 775 families find energy assistance and helped 1,360 families with health coverage or health care needs. Lyche says the goal of this approach is to empower families to take action to help themselves.

WHO QUALIFIES: Any family in need qualifies for services. Parents or children contact their local school to reach their FAN advocate. Many students are referred by teachers.

COST: Free.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers are needed for fundraising events in the spring.

CONTACT: FAN advocates can be reached through local schools. Contact the program director Julie Lyche at 693-5677


Visit FAN online at:

www.familyaccessnetwork.org.


Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 3:09 PM 2 comments

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

This second section focuses on services for those living in Southern Deschutes County and Northern Klamath County:



La Pine and Sunriver

Gilchrist and Crescent

Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 2:02 PM 0 comments

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

8. Clothing:




Clothing:

Assistance League of Bend Thrift Shop and Operation School Bell: 389-2075 http://www.assistanceleaguebend.com/

Bargin Buzz Thrift Store (by Subway in La Pine): 536-3990

Bi Mart (La Pine): 536-9600
http://www.bimart.com/

La Pine Community Closet (at La Pine Community Kitchen): 536-1312
free clothing for all ages, bedding

La Pine Moose Lodge: 536-3388 - Keeping Our Children Warm Clothing Closet by appointment. Free. Donations go directly to community members and to FAN. Children's winter clothing is always needed, including boots, snowsuits, hats, scarfs and mittens/gloves.

La Pine St. Vincent de Paul: 536-1956
http://www.centraloregonsvdp.org/

Life for Children (thrift store, La Pine): 536-9565

Salvation Army, Bend (clothing vouchers for Deschutes Co.): 389-8888
http://www1.usw.salvationarmy.org/usw/www_usw_bend.nsf

Second Tern Thrift Shop (Sunriver): 593-3367
http://www.sunrivernaturecenter.org/html/second_tern.html

Slashing Prices (La Pine, Aspen Alley next to the laundromat): 536-3021
Clothing and househood goods.

U Save Clothing - Boots, coveralls, coats, shirts, etc.
Junction of Hwy 97 and Hwy 31

The Outpost (La Pine): 536-5866
Clothing, household items, gifts, toys, misc.
http://www.theoutpoststore.com/

Your $12 Store (Sunriver Village Mall): 593-8163
New T-shirts, sweatshirts, coats, etc.

Bend Clothing Resources:

Birthright of Bend: 382-5505 - maternity and baby clothes

Pregnancy Resource Center of Central Oregon: 385-5334
http://prcco.org/index.php?s=au&nid=94571

Goodwill Industries: 312-9070 - thrift store, employment opportunities
http://www.meetgoodwill.org/141-about-us
Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 8:35 PM 0 comments

9. Daycare:


Daycare Information:

(These are not recommendations and are for informational purposes only...please do your own research and follow your heart when deciding where your child should be when not with you. Please ask for references and background checks.):

NeighborImpact Child Care Resources:
(541) 598-2380
www.neighborimpact.org


Commercial Child Care in La Pine:

Discoveryland, Inc. Daycare: 536-3786


Commercial Child Care in Sunriver:

New Generations Child Development Center: 593-1010


Home Day Cares in La Pine:

Jenn's Little Treasures Preschool and Child Care: 536-9878

Jennifer's Child Care: 536-3696

Linda's Child Care: 536-1145

Little Pine's Child Care: 536-7639

Ms. Holly's Day Care: 536-9641

Teddy Bear Day Care: 536-1157


Home Child Cares in Sunriver:

Happy at Last Child Care: 541-593-3554


Home Day Cares in Gilchrist/Crescent:

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Klamath and Lake County

Child Care Referrals

Referrals to both in-home and center based child care.

Call: 800-700-3613 or 541-882-2308

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Need Help Paying for Childcare?


Posted by Kathy at Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy Welcomes You! at 8:29 PM 0 comments

10. Employment, Legal and Victim's Assistance:



Employment Assistance:

Please check out all of the employment links on the gray sidebar, near the top of the page. There is also information on returning to school and financial aid located there.


La Pine WorkSource Connection

16493 Bluewood Place
La Pine, OR 97739

541-536-5380, ext. 217 phone
541-536-9418 fax

Hours: M-F, 8-4:30


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Adult Job Training - COIC and Experience Works

 Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council - COIC receives grants and contracts to provide retraining and employment services throughout Central Oregon. BCC and COIC collaborate to help COIC clients develop or improve skills so they become job ready, employed, self-sufficient and/or complete educational goals. COIC sends BCC as many as 12 clients a week who are required to complete between 10-30 hours of community service/job training until they find suitable employment. Ages vary, but most are under the age of 30 and are considered hard to employee due to a disability or a lack of work experience. These individuals receive skills in office work, operating the register or learning customer service in the Thriftstore, janitorial work or skills in catering and food prep. BCC staff assist and evaluate their skills, attitude, learning capacity, demeanor, dress, etc. and hold weekly one-on-one sessions with each client to discuss how they are doing, and where and what they need to improve in order to obtain or keep a job.


Work Source (Bend): 388-6070

Unemployment Insurance: (Bend) 388-6207

Address of Dun and Bradstreet Companies in Oregon: www.dnb.powerprofiles.com/Oregon



Klamath Falls:
Klamath Falls PDF Print E-mail
WorkSource Centers

Klamath Falls - Klamath County
801 Oak Avenue
Klamath Falls OR 97601

(541) 883-5630 - Employers/Job Seekers
(541) 883-5540 - FAX
Unemployment Claims are not handled by the local office. Please click here to find out where to call.
(800) 663-7914 - Unemployment Toll Free
(866) 345-1878 - FAX

711 Oregon Relay Service
Weekly Claim Line Numbers
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Hours:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
(Closed on legal holidays)

 Directions
Services & Partner Information



http://www.worksourceoregon.org/index.php/contact-us-mainmenu-17/227-klamath-falls





Legal Assistance and Agencies:

Central Oregon Mediation for Deschutes County (Bend): 383-0187

Dept. of Justice - Support Enforcement (Bend): 388-6141 or 1-800-850-0028

Klamath County CASA: Court Appointed Special Advocate 541-885-6017

Klamath County Dist. Attorney: 541-883-5147

Klamath County Domestic Violence: 541-885-3790

Klamath County Non-Support: 541-883-4265

Klamath County Support Enforcement: 541-883-4265

Human Dignity Coalition (Bend): 385-3320

Deschutes County Jail (Bend): 388-6661

Klamath County Jail (Klamath Falls): 541-883-4197

Juvenile Community Justice (Bend): 388-6671

Juvenile Office (Klamath Falls): 541-884-4167

Legal Aid (Bend): 385-6944

Oregon State Bar Assoc. (Salem), Legal Assistance:
503-684-3763 or 1-800-452-7636

Parole and Probation (Adult), La Pine: 536-2216

Parole and Probation (Klamath County): 541- 880-5500

Consumer Credit Counseling Service
of Central Oregon (Bend): 389-6181 or 1-800-285-4605





Victim's Assistance:

CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (Bend): 389-1618

Deshutes County Victim's Assistance (Bend): 388-6525

Saving Grace (formerly COBRA) for victims of domestic violence (Bend): 389-7021

Klamath County Witness/Victim's Assistance: 541-883-5115 or 541-883-5115

State of Oregon Attorney General's Website/Sex Offender Info
http://www.oregonsatf.org/siteindex.html


Free sex offender list by zip code:

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11. Food:



Food:

Food Stamps (DHS Self-Sufficiency Program, La Pine): 536-5380

La Pine Community Kitchen (536-1312) provides hot meals, canned goods, fresh produce and canned goods. Call for times and directions.

La Pine Senior Center provides hot meals for those 60+ on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at noon. Cost is $3.5o per meal. Call Cathy Canales at 536-3207 for more information, and visit the website below:

http://www.councilonaging.org/lapineseniorcenter.html


La Pine Meals on Wheels brings food to the elderly: 478-6494

Salvation Army provides food boxes in Deschutes Co.: 389-8888

St. Vincent de Paul (536-1956) provides food boxes:

www.centraloregonsvdp.org/


Sunriver Care and Share (Building 11 in the mall; the last Friday of each month from 3:00 to 6:00).

WIC (Women, Infants and Children: Bend 322-7400) has a La Pine branch in the La Pine Community Campus (in front of La Pine High School). Call Sharon for times at 536-2875.

www.co.deschutes.or.us/go/objectid/FD8FBBFB-9027-D5E6-3DB91216C20071B2/index.cfm


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La Pine Community Kitchen
posted by: Clyde Evans

Location:
VFW Hall on Finley Butte Road, in La Pine

Phone:
536-1312

THE KITCHEN
Open: Monday thru Friday - Noon to 2 p.m. Free hot lunches.

THE PANTRY
Open: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday - Noon to 2 p.m. Food boxes for families and individuals.

THE PRODUCE
Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free fruits, vegetables, breads, and milk products.

THE CLOSET
Open: Wednesday & Friday - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free clothing, bedding & personal hygiene items.

PET FOOD
Open: Wednesdays - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free dog & cat food

NEIGHBOR IMPACT
Open: The first & fourth Friday - 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rent & utility assistance.



Klamath County:





Klamath County WIC (Women, Infants & Children): 541-883-4276

http://www.co.klamath.or.us/HealthDept/WIC.htm


Holiday Food Help:

Crescent Christmas Baskets:

La Pine Christmas Baskets:

Salvation Army (Bend): 389-8888


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12. Heating and Electricity & Publications and Local Media:


Heating and Electricity:

9/17/09 - M & L Enterprises is now offering FREE FIREWOOD at their Crescent Mill. You load and you haul. Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 3:30. Please call first, at 433-2205.

La Pine Firewood for Seniors: 536-9213
This group gives seniors firewood, blankets, electric blankets, heaters and wood pellets to help them keep warm. Call to donate or if you need help.

Midstate Electric: 536-2126
http://www.midstateelectric.coop

NeighborImpact LIEAP (all heat sources): 541-504-2155
www.neighborimpact.org/home_wx.html

St. Vincent de Paul (utility assistance): 536-1956


Stimulus Funds have been given to the following agencies to help with weatherization:

NeighborImpact (541) 584-3280 ext. 136
www.neighborimpact.org/home_wx.html

Energy Trust of Oregon: (866) 368-7878
www.energytrust.org






Newspapers & Publications:

The Bend Bulletin: 385-5800 (delivery) or 382-1811 (office)
http://www.bendbulletin.com/

The Family News: 385-1849
http://www.cofamilynews.com/

The Frontier Advertiser: 536-2434
http://www.frontieradvertiser.com/

The Newberry Eagle: 536-3972
http://www.newberryeagle.com/news.php?id=1

Wise Buys Ads and More: 536-2532
http://www.wisebuysads.com/

My Phone Book: 536-5541

Klamath Falls Herald and News: 800-275-0982
http://www.heraldandnews.com/


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13. Housing and Shelter:







Housing and Shelter:

Please see the top of this column and the sidebar for specific info on homeless assistance.

American Red Cross emergency/disaster only (Bend): 382-2142

Bethleham Inn (Bend):

Winter Family Shelter Hotline (Bend): 541-323-7118

Newberry Habitat for Humanity: 476-6650

NeighborImpact (La Pine)@ La Pine Community Kitchen; call Bend: 617-7291

NeighborImpact Housing Works (Bend/Redmond): 541-923-1018

Shephard's House (Bend):

Property Management,Retirement
and Assisted Living:

Accord Property Management: 536-1165

Cascade Realty Property Management: 536-6221

Crescent Lake Property Management: 433-2227

La Pine Property Management ~ Becky Allen: 536-1114

Matthews Trailer Park (La Pine) ~ Larry Matthews: 419-0861

Riverview Trailer Park (La Pine): 536-2382

Roundup Trailer Park (La Pine): 536-2378

Re/Max Sunset Realty Property Management: 536-0117

Prairie House Retirement & Assisted Living (La Pine): 536-8559

Fort Rock Care Center Apartments (55 and older, starting at $300 per month): 541-576-2044

Little Deschutes Lodge (will be open in Dec. 2009) 55 and older, by Bi Mart in La Pine, starting at $330 per month with utilities included: 541-390-9679


Area Motels:

Crescent Motel: 433-2550

Gilchrist Inn: 433-2878

Highlander Motel and RV Park (La Pine): 536-2131

Newberry Station ~ Best Western (La Pine): 536-5130

Timbercrest Inn (La Pine): 536-1737

West View Motel (La Pine): 536-2115

Woodsman Country Lodge (Crescent): 433-2710


Area RV Parks:

Big Pines RV Park (Crescent): 433-2785
http://www.bigpinesrvpark.com/

Cascade Meadows RV Resort (La Pine): 536-2244
http://www.cascademeadowsrvresort.com/

Crescent Creek Cottages and RV Park (Crescent Lake Jct.): 433-2324
http://www.crescentcreekcottages.com/

Crescent RV Park: 433-2950
http://www.hikercentral.com/campgrounds/109513.html

East Lake Resort & RV Park: 433-2950
http://www.eastlakeresort.com/Accomidations.aspx?p=10

Jackpine RV and Mobile Home Park (Gilchrist): 433-2630
http://www.hikercentral.com/campgrounds/109635.html

Willamette Pass Inn and RV (Crescent Lake Jct.): 433-2211
http://www.willamettepassinn.com/


Klamath County

Klamath County Campgrounds and RV Parks:

http://www.hikercentral.com/campcounty/Oregon_Klamath.html


From the Klamath County Community Action Team Website:

  • Marta's House
    Women and Children - Domestic Violence Situation
    P.O. Box 1358
    Klamath Falls, OR 97601
    (541) 850-8939
  • Image: Klamath Falls Gospel Mission buildingKlamath Falls Gospel Mission
    Homeless, men also women's shelter
    823 Walnut Ave.
    P.O.Box 87
    Klamath Falls OR 97601
    (541) 882-4895
  • Image: Integral Youth Services officesIntegral Youth Services
    At risk youth and teenagers
    1011 Main St., Suite 200
    P.O. Box 1385
    Klamath Falls, OR 97601
    (541) 882-2053

Low-Income, Transition, and Emergency Housing:

Image: Klamath Housing Authority officesKlamath Housing Authority
Klamath County
P.O. Box 5110
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
(541) 884-0649


Supported Housing for those with mental illness (from the Deschutes County website):

DCMH believes that safe and affordable housing should be available to all. Case Managers work closely with consumers to help them find housing in the least restrictive setting or to maintain current housing.

CSS also offers a variety of supported housing programs for those who meet eligibility:

  • Adult Foster Homes: DCMH has three adult foster homes with 5 beds in each home. These foster homes serve adults who are making the transition back into the community from various institutions. There are strict guidelines for qualifications and eligibility. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.
  • Emma’s Place is an 11 unit long-term apartment complex for adults with serious mental illness. Emma’s Place is a drug and alcohol free complex. Residents must be consumers of DCMH and be referred to the program through their therapist. Qualified consumers outside of Deschutes County are eligible to apply as well. There is a DCMH case manager on-site 10-15 hours/week to provide case management and skills training. All other CSS services are available to these residents. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.
  • Horizon House is a 14 unit transitional apartment complex for adults with serious mental illness who are difficult to house and who would benefit from intensive case management, groups, and skills training to learn skills necessary to transition successfully into independent living. Consumers need to be open with DCMH and be referred to the program by their therapist. Qualified consumers outside of Deschutes County are welcome to apply as well. A case manager is on-site 30+ hours/week. Horizon House is a drug and alcohol free complex. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.


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14. Health and Well Being Care:




Health and Well Being Care


Acupuncture:

Michael G. Sucta, Sunriver: 541-480-1645


Chiropractors:

Alpine Chiropractic, Dr. Smith, La Pine: 536-3118

Goodman Chriopractic, Dr. Goodman, La Pine: 536-2451

Sunriver Chiropractic, Dr. Schill, Sunriver: 598-7271


Dentists:

Hayden Family Dentistry, Dr. Stephenson: 318-1564

Dr. Kallus, 536-2175

La Pine Dental, Dr. Moss: 536-2110

NW Dental Group, Dr. Yang: 536-0264

* Advantage Smiles for Kids (FAN or dentist referral is required) 541-504-3911
www.advantagesmileforkids.org

La Pine Lions Club Dental Bus (free in some cases, all ages) - for info call:
Mary @ 536-3273 or John @ 419-9627


Early Intervention
and Special Needs:

Early Intervention: 475-3770

Healthy Beginnings: 383-6357

Free child health & developmental screenings for children birth through 5 years old for children living in Deschutes County. Speech & Language, Motor Skills, Concepts, Health and Immunizations, Car Seat & General Safety, Emergency Preparedness, Dental, Behavior, Nutrition, Vision, Hearing and Literacy.
In La Pine, these screenings are held periodically at the La Pine Community Campus, next to the high school.

Ready Set Go: 749-2133


Central Oregon Down Syndrome
Network Resources Page:
http://www.codsn.org/resources/resources.html


From the 2-1-1 website:

CaCoon
2577 NE Courtney Drive
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 322-7400 Main Phone

Central Oregon Down Syndrome Network
6390 SW Nighthawk Avenue
Redmond, OR 97756
(541) 548-8559 Main Phone


Children's Special Recreation/Inclusion
200 NW Pacific Park Lane
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 389-7275 Main Phone


Klamath Falls Early Childhood Intervention
2858 Eberlein Street
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
(541) 885-4275


Klamath County Health Department
http://www.co.klamath.or.us/HealthDept/Index.htm

Birth Control, STD's, HIV/AIDS, Immunizations,
WIC, STARS, CaCoon and Babies First,
Tabacco Prevention, West Nile Virus, Swine Flu


Hearing Aids:

La Pine Lions Club (assistance): Mary @ 536-3723 or John @419-9627

Nelson's Hearing Center: 536-5690

* Please see the link regarding those who are deaf at the bottom of the page.

Hospice:

Newberry Hospice of La Pine (24 hour, locally based) : 536-7399 or 593-7399

Central Oregon Home Health & Hospice: 536-5990 or Main Office: 382-5882

Hospice Center, Bend: 383-3910


Massage:

Central Oregon Mobile Massage, Sunriver: 593-5510

Massage Now Sunriver: 593-7499

Outcall Massage: 408-7422

Sage Springs, Sunriver: 593-7891

Studio Sabai, La Pine: 536-3300


Medical:

Dr. Ben Chaffey M.D., Sunriver: 593-4021

Deschutes County Health Dept., La Pine Community Campus: 322-7400
  • Healthy Start, Family Planning, Immunization Clinics, Communicable Diseases, Maternal/Child Health, Home visits and counseling
La Pine Community Healthcare: 536-3435
http://www.lapinecc.com/

Healthy Start (for pregnant low income women in Deschutes Co.): 322-7444

High Desert Family Medicine & Immediate Care, Sunriver: 593-5400

The Family Health Clinic of La Pine, Brenda Molina: 536-8012

Paulina Peak Family Healthcare: 536-8060

(Bend) Planned Parenthood: 389-9973

(Bend) Volunteers in Medicine (serves Deschutes County for those who have no medical insurance and meet the guidelines): 330-9001

(Redmond) City Care Clinic (serves Deschutes County for those who have no health insurance and cannot get on the Oregon Health Plan or have Medicare or Medicade): 541-504-5333

Vision:

La Pine Lions Club (financial help with glasses and hearing aids): Joy 536-1956

Total Vision, Dr. Balcer: 536-7584

Physical Therapy:

Central Cascades Physical Therapy: 593-8100

La Pine/Sunriver Physical Therapy: 536-6122 or 593-8535

Living Well Physical Therapy: 598-7103

High Desert Rebound Physical Therapy (Sunfriver: 536-7443


Health Insurance and Prescription Assistance:

Family Health Insurance Assistance Program: 1-888-564-9669 or 1-800-542-3104 or 1-800-735-2900 (relay service)

Oregon Health Plan: 1-800-359-9517

Oregon SafeNet Maternal and Child Health Hotline: 1-800-723-3638

Oregon Prescription Drug Program (no paperwork, no age or income limit):
Go to: www.oregon.gov/OHPPR/OPDP/

Veterans Medical Benefits (Bend VA Clinic)
2115 NE Wyatt Ct., Bend OR
(541) 647-5256

Walmart $4.00 Prescriptions

Bend Walmart:

389-8184

Copy and paste this into your browser window to get to the details: www.walmart.com/catalog/catalog.gsp?cat=546834&fromPageCatId=14503

Pharmacies

Bi Mart: 536-5052
http://www.bimart.com/pharmacy/vaccinations.aspx

Drug Mart Pharmacy (at La Pine Community Health Center): 536-1111
www.drugmartpharm.com


Oregon Youth Line:
(English) 1-877-553-8336
(Spanish) 1-877-515-7848


COCOA Helpline Info/Senior Insurance Options:

The Council on Aging is pleased to provide this helpful guide of services to our tri-county's seniors. It is our pleasure to assist you in any way we can. Please feel free to contact our office concerning the content of this web site or any questions you may have concerning Senior Services and programs. Email: webmaster or Phone: 541-548-8817. The COCOA Senior Help Line provides trained senior service specialists to answer your questions. We are available Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Toll Free: 877-704-4567 Local: 541-504-0392

Introducing our new Text Relay Service: making it easier for those with hearing loss or speech disability to contact our Help Line Operator. Our staff is knowledgeable, concerned and helpful. The Senior Help Line provides information and referral assistance to health and social service programs for seniors, their families and friends in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties. Help is just a Phone Call Away!

Medicare
www.medicare.gov
(800) 633-4227

Medicare website including a comparison tool that can estimate your out-of-pocket costs for
each drug plan available in your area.

Oregon SHIBA
www.oregonshiba.org
(800) 722-4134

The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance program provides free counseling to people with Medicare.

Oregon Prescription Drug Program
www.opdp.org
(800) 913-4146

Oregon Prescription Drug Program offers Oregon residents discounts on brand name and
prescription drugs.


Pregnancy, Prenatal Care

& Teen Pregnancy

(Thank you to the Deschutes County Living Here Website.)

Birthright of Bend

Offers pregnant women information on available community resources and options. Provides confidential pregnancy test, maternity clothes and baby layettes.

Phone 541-382-5505 or 1-800-550-4900 (Hotline)

Boys and Girls Aid Society of Oregon

Provides pregnancy options, counseling, information, and support for women facing crisis pregnancy or parenting challenges. Phone 541-480-2490

Central Oregon Health Center/Planned Parenthood

Provides, promotes and protects access to reproductive health care including birth control, annual exams, pregnancy tests, options counseling, first-trimester abortion care, emergency contraception, sexually transmitted disease tests and treatment, and education programs.

2330 NE Division, Suite 7, Bend, OR 97701 Phone 541-389-9973

Deschutes County Health Department

Offers pregnancy testing and full options counseling. Connects women with community services to meet their needs. Prenatal and postnatal nursing visits for women enrolled in the Oregon Health Plan. Services not denied due to inability to pay. Phone: 541-322-7400

Grandma’s House of Central Oregon

A safe and nurturing home for homeless pregnant teens between the ages of 12 and 19 years old. PO Box 6372, Bend, OR 97708 Phone: 541-383-3515

www.grandmashouseofbend.com

HealthyStart/Prenatal Services

Prenatal services to low-income pregnant women who do not have insurance or qualify for state aid. Services include breast-feeding education, smoking cessation, birth classes, postpartum support.

Phone 541-322-7444

New Hope Child and Family Agency

Free services available to any pregnant teen or woman, and her partner/spouse, or family. Helps individuals explore the possibilities of parenting and adoption.

Phone 541-388-8167 or 1-800-228-3150

Pregnancy Resource Centers of Central Oregon

An outreach to women unprepared for pregnancy, providing free pregnancy testing, maternity clothing, infant and toddler clothing, baby furnishings such as cribs. We also provide confidential peer counseling.

1051 NE Fourth St., Suite 102, Bend, OR 97701 Bend: 541-385-5334


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15. Schools, Early Childhood Education . . . . . . . 16. Youth Services and Programs:



Local Elementary Schools,
Middle Schools, and High Schools:


Gilchrist Elementary: 433-9403

Gilchrist (K-12): 433-2295

La Pine Elementary: 536-2717

La Pine Middle School: 536-5867

La Pine High School: 322-5360

Three Rivers (Sunriver) (K-8): 593-3555

Morning Star Christian School (Bend, bus service from La Pine): 382-5091


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COIC La Pine Alternative High School

Program Introduction:

COIC offers alternative high school education to allow students ages 14-21 to make up credits and return to their regular classrooms, or to earn a state high school diploma or GED. Students may also participate in Work-Education, a work-experience program that combines classroom credits with community service and natural resource projects.

Classes are held in Bend, La Pine, Redmond, Lakeview and Prineville in conjunction with the school districts of Bend-La Pine, Redmond, Crook County, Madras, Culver and Lakeview. COIC also provides instructors for Deschutes County Juvenile Community Justice.

In addition, COIC offers summer work experience, giving students the opportunity to earn minimum wages and learn valuable hands-on work skills. During the 2006-2007 school year, 98 students earned high school diplomas, 131 earned GEDs and more than 1,884 half credits were awarded to students on behalf of their local high schools. Students spent more than 18,000 working on community service and natural resource projects.

Talk to your school counselor about attending COIC or call one of our classrooms today!

LaPine - 16493 Bluewood Place, Suite 3
for High School information contact:

Toby Wilson (541) 536-5380 extension 210


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Job Corps:

Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16 through 24 improve the quality of their lives through vocational and academic training.

Funded by Congress, Job Corps has been training young adults for meaningful careers since 1964. Job Corps is committed to offering all students a safe, drug-free environment where they can take advantage of the resources provided.

Job Corps' mission is to attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further education.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining Job Corps or would like more information, please call (800) 733-JOBS or (800) 733-5627 today!

http://www.jobcorps.gov/centerlocations.aspx?statename=or


J bar J

Boys Learning Center in Bend:
A Bend/La Pine charter school.
http://www.jbarj.org/Boys/Learning-Center/learning.html


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Preschools:

Community Bible Church of Sunriver Preschool: 593-8341

Footprints Preschool (Early Intervention), La Pine: 536-2906

Head Start (NeighborImpact, La Pine): 536-2903 ~

La Pine Head Start Needs 3 and 4 Year Olds!
Neighbor Impact/Head Start is seeking applicants for the La Pine Head Start program. Head Start is looking for La Pine area families who have one or more preschoolers aged between 3 and 4 years old. The 3-year-olds must be three by September 1, 2009. There is no charge to qualified applicants for this comprehensive program.

Applications are available by calling Pete Perrine, Head Start Advocate, at 541-410-6346. Applications need to be completed and returned as soon as possible to be eligible for this school year. Classes will begin in September, at the La Pine Community Campus next to La Pine High School.

Head Start (NeighborImpact, at New Generations in Sunriver): 593-1010

Jenn's Little Treasures: 536-9878 ~

Jenn's Little Treasures Preschool and Daycare
in La Pine, is now enrolling 3 and 4 year olds

A great start for your little ones to get ready for kindergarten, the preschool hours are Monday through Thursday from 10:00 - 12:30. Extended care is avaiable from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Please call Jennifer Johnstone at 536-9878 for more information.


Rising Star Preschool, La Pine: 536-8362 ~
http://www.deschuteschildrensfoundation.org/Community-Campuses/LaPine-Community-Campus/default.aspx

Rising Stars Preschool
is Accepting Applications:

Click on the above flyer to
enlarge it so you can read it better.


Together for Children, (birth to 3 years) La Pine: 536-2906
http://www.together-for-children.org/

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Klamath County Early Childhood Education
and Services for Children with Disabilities:

http://www.co.klamath.or.us/HealthDept/CaCoon_Babies_First.htm


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Colleges:

Central Oregon Community College http://www.cocc.edu/

High Desert Christian College www.hdccbend.org

Oregon State University - Cascades Campus
http://www.osucascades.edu/


Other:

High Desert Education Service District
145 SE Salmon Avenue Suite A
Redmond, OR 97756
(541) 693-5600 Main Phone

Crippled Children/Child Development & Rehabilitation Center: 1-800-0700


Home Schooling Information:

High Desert ESD Home School Info:
http://www.hdesd.org/education/dept/dept.php?sectionid=73

CentralOregonOpenLearners (Central Oregon Open Learners) - Our acronym says it all. This group is COOL, a secular, inclusive support and activity group for unschoolers and relaxed homeschoolers in Central Oregon, specifically in Bend and the surrounding areas.

COOL was founded in order to provide support for parents as well as activities, learning opportunities, socialization, and fun for the children. We strive to be respectful parents, helpful friends, and knowledgeable mentors.

We have weekly park or play days, a monthly Parent's night out, family potlucks, field trips, hands-on activities (swim parties, geocaching adventures, card & craft making parties, clay classes, knitting club) and online as well as in person support. We will continue these activities and encourage new members to make suggestions and organize outings.

We are a cooperative support group, meaning that all members need to contribute to the group in order to make us grow and thrive. There are no dues or requirements to join, but the more involved you are, the more you’ll feel like a part of our growing community.

Our group is non-discriminatory on the basis of race, religion, ethnic background, political or sexual orientation. We have formed for the sole purpose of establishing a community of local homeschooling families.


To Subscribe, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CentralOregonOpenLearners/.



Youth Services and Programs:

Big Brother/Big Sister (Bend): 312-6047 http://www.bbbsco.org/

J Bar J Youth Services (Bend): 389-1409 http://www.jbarj.org/

Safenet/Oregon (Teen Pregnancy): 1-800-723-3638 http://www.oregonsafenet.org/index.html

Teen Health Infoline - Safenet: 1-800-998-9825 http://www.oregonsafenet.org/index.html

Girl Scouts, Inc. (La Pine): http://www.girlscouts.org/who_we_are/

Boy Scouts of America (La Pine): 433-9333 http://www.scouting.org/

Camp Fire boys & Girls (Central Oregon): 382-4682 http://www.campfireusaco.org/

AWANA Clubs: 536-1215 (La Pine) and 593-8341 (Sunriver) http://awana.findlocation.com/results.aspx?page=default



Child Evangelism Fellowship:

Ponderosa Chapter ~ PO Box 737~ Gilchrist OR 97737 ~ 877-569-2818

Click Here to see current Good News ClubsGood News Club is and exciting, fun-filled hour held once a week. The Good News Club can be held off the school grounds during school hours as a Released-time Program, in the schools as an After-School Program, or in a home as neighborhood Good News Club. Good News Clubs (GNC) are open to all boys and girls between the ages of five and twelve.

GNC’s are staffed by CEF trained volunteer teachers and helpers. Click on the GNC logo, at the right, to link to a list of Good News Club times, days and locations throughout Central Oregon. If you would like to be a part of the Good News Club outreach ministry please contact us.

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17. Seniors, Veterans Services and Assistance for those with Disabilities:





"Disabilities"

Central Oregon Down Syndrome
Network Resources Page:
http://www.codsn.org/resources/resources.html


For more info on people with disabilities, please scroll all the way down to the bottom of this website for information and links. Also, look under Early Intervention in the Early Childhood section and the info in the School section.

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Seniors:

(Please also click on the Central Oregon Council on Aging in the links below.)

AARP: 1-800-687-2277


Adult Day Cares in Oregon Website - there are two in La Pine:
The Prairie House and Little River Adult Care
http://www.carefororegon.org/list06_or_adult_day_care.htm#assistance


Central Oregon Council on Aging (COCOA): 541-548-8817
www.councilonaging.org

CHOICE Senior Services, LLC., Resource Links: http://oregoneldercareservices.com/?page_id=12

Dial-A-Ride: 536-3207

Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-800-232-3020 (to report financial abuse)

In-Home Care Assistance:
At Home Care: 312-0051
Central Oregon Home Instead: 330-6400
Evergreen In-Home Care: 389-0006
Save Haven: 541-678-5838

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Sunriver: 598-7280; Bend: 385-9460

Meals on Wheels, for La Pine/Sunriver: 536-3207

Oregon Project Independence (DHS): 1-800-282-8096
This is a sliding scale program that provides help to people in their homes when they can no longer take care of their daily needs without assistance. For those 60 and older, or those with Alzheimers. Services include: Home Care, Personal Care, Household Chores, Assisted Transportation, Home Health, Respite for the Caregiver, Case Management, Home Delivered Meals

Senior and Disabled Services (State of Oregon), La Pine: 536-8919

Senior Center, La Pine: 536-3207

Senior Help Line: 541-504-0392 or 1-877-704-4567

Social Security Administration, Bend: 385-7009 or 1-800-772-1213

Senior Services (from the Deschutes County Website):

AARP Grandparent Information Center

Provides information and referral services to grandparents raising grandchildren. Newsletter available upon request. Phone 202-434-2296

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers

Network of volunteers who provide services to seniors, any person living with disabilities, and their caregivers. Includes visiting, companionship, transportation and escort, shopping, housekeeping, yard work, home repairs and maintenance, respite care, and referrals.

Phone 541-385-9460

Senior and People with Disabilities Division (State of Oregon)
Promotes active, healthy, independent living with a network that provides critical links to senior services including: medical and cash assistance, food stamps, Medicaid, employment opportunities, health maintenance and nutrition services, long-term care, respite care, adult day and in-home services, residential and nursing facilities, and adult protective services. 541-388-6240 (Bend) or 541-475-6773

Senior Help Line

541-504-0392 or 1-877-704-4567

United Senior Citizens of Bend

A place for moderate to low-income seniors to go for fun and recreation, nutritional meals and companionship.

1600 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend, OR 97702 Phone 541-388-1133






Veteran's Services and Organizations:

Weekly Veteran's Breakfast, Wednesdays at 9:00 at Gordy's Truck Stop
(Charlie and Jeff Manning)

American Legion (La Pine): 536-1403

VFW (La Pine): 536-1312

Caring For Troops (Jean in Bend): 385-3214

Central Oregon Veteran's Outreach (Bend): 383-2793

La Pine Veteran's Outreach on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Appointments are required, and can be obtained by calling Trisha White: (541) 385-3214. Trisha can also be reached at (541) 317-3184 or emailed at: trisha.white@us.army.mil

Disabled Veteran's Outreach Program: 388-6455

Veteran's Services Office (Deschutes Co., La Pine): 330-8244
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18. Substance Abuse, Counseling and Mental Health Resources:



Substance Abuse ~Counseling
and Mental Health Resources:

Alcohol and Drug HELPLINE (Oregon Partnership, Inc.): 1800-923-HELP

Alcohol and Drug Services: 322-7500 or call hotline after 5:00 @ 1-800-875-7364
(Service Unit of Deschutes Co. Human Services)

Alcoholics Anonymous (see link on side bar) 24 hour Hotline: (541) 548-0440
www.coigaa.org

Al-Anon National Hotline: 800-344-2666

Alateen National Hotline: 800-344-2666

Best Care (Bend): 541-504-9577

CAP - Counseling for Students at Central Oregon Community College
http://cap.cocc.edu/Personal+counseling/default.aspx

Celebrate Recovery (Bend): 382-7504 x350 (leave your name and number)
Christian 12-Step, large variety of support groups available

Child and Family Mental Health 24 Hour Hotline: 322-7500 or 1-888-232-7192

Deschutes County Mental Health: 322-7500

 Klamath Youth Development Center: 541-883-1030

Counseling services for children; OHP & sliding scale

Narcotics Anon. Hotline: 330-3733

Pfiefer & Associates (La Pine): 536-8879
(Outpatient drug and alcohol treatment)

Women's Resource Center: 385-0750

Counseling Available
385-0749
Call today!
The Women's Resource Center of Central Oregon creates opportunities for all women to increase their personal and professional growth through training, counseling and access to community services for the betterment of themselves their families and our community.
WRCCO Mailing: PO Box 8693 Bend OR 97708 www.wrcco.org info@wrcco.org Located: 1010 NW 14th St, Bend Ph/fax 385-0750


The National Alliance on Mental Illness (Central Oregon): 541-408-7770
Please note: The National Alliance on Mental Illness is offering a free, 12 week course for family members living with someone affected with mental illness. The classes will be held Bend, beginning September 14th. To register, please call 541-388-7869 by August 31st.

The NAMI website: http://www.nami.org/

Rimrock Trails Adolescent Treatment Services…is now coming to La Pine. They will be available every other Tuesday from approximately 10:00am to 3:00pm in the City Hall Building. Drop by or call 541-617-4771 or toll free 1-888-532-6247 for an appointment Services provided to 13 – 17.5 year old. Alcohol & Drug services on out patient basis. For more information go to the web site at www.rimrocktrailsats.com.


Counseling Center of Central Oregon

Provides counseling for families and individuals affected by incest, sexual abuse or physical abuse.

1010 NW Harriman, Suite B, Bend, OR 97701

Phone 541-389-7960

Counseling Services of Bend

Low cost individual and group counseling for women and teens affected by sexual, physical, or emotional abuse. Offers eight-week, year-round Abuse Group, Women’s empowerment Group and a Relationship Group.

Phone 541-389-7960



Supported Housing (from Deschutes County Website):

DCMH believes that safe and affordable housing should be available to all. Case Managers work closely with consumers to help them find housing in the least restrictive setting or to maintain current housing.

CSS also offers a variety of supported housing programs for those who meet eligibility:

  • Adult Foster Homes: DCMH has three adult foster homes with 5 beds in each home. These foster homes serve adults who are making the transition back into the community from various institutions. There are strict guidelines for qualifications and eligibility. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.
  • Emma’s Place is an 11 unit long-term apartment complex for adults with serious mental illness. Emma’s Place is a drug and alcohol free complex. Residents must be consumers of DCMH and be referred to the program through their therapist. Qualified consumers outside of Deschutes County are eligible to apply as well. There is a DCMH case manager on-site 10-15 hours/week to provide case management and skills training. All other CSS services are available to these residents. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.
  • Horizon House is a 14 unit transitional apartment complex for adults with serious mental illness who are difficult to house and who would benefit from intensive case management, groups, and skills training to learn skills necessary to transition successfully into independent living. Consumers need to be open with DCMH and be referred to the program by their therapist. Qualified consumers outside of Deschutes County are welcome to apply as well. A case manager is on-site 30+ hours/week. Horizon House is a drug and alcohol free complex. Contact Sarah Haefele at (541)330-4639 or email at Sarah_Haefele@co.deschutes.or.us for more information.


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State of Oregon,
Department of Human Services:
Crisis Services

If someone is being hurt or is in danger

right now, call 911 immediately.


Abuse and neglect:

  • Report child abuse to the Department of Human Services (DHS) or a local police department, county sheriff, county juvenile department, or Oregon State Police.
  • People with developmental disabilities:
    If you believe abuse is occurring, immediately contact your county developmental disability program. You may also report abuse to Department of Human Services (DHS) by calling the Office of Investigations and Training (OIT) at 503-945-9495 or toll free at 1-866-406-4287.

  • Elder abuse and adults with physical disabilities:
    Report suspected cases of abuse to your local DHS or AAA office. You may also report abuse to DHS at
    1-800-232-3020.

  • People with mental illness:
    Report suspected cases of abuse to your county mental health program or you may also report abuse to the Department of Human Services (DHS) by calling the Office of Investigations and Training (OIT) at
    (503) 945-9495, or toll free at 1-866-406-4287.


Alcohol and drug addiction:

  • HelpLine: Make The Call
    A confidential 24-hour blended crisis and referral line, responding to individuals and family members seeking crisis intervention treatment referral and general chemical dependency information.
    Call 1-800-923-HELP (1-800-923-4357)

  • YouthLine
    A peer-to-peer crisis line for teens. Youth working under the supervision of an adult answer calls on diverse topics including substance abuse, depression, self-harm, dating violence and other issues, many of which have substance abuse as an underlying issue.
    Call 1-877-553-TEEN (1-877-553-8336)

  • Linea de Ayuda
    Linea de Ayuda is the only crisis line for speakers of Spanish who are experiencing drug and alcohol problems. The line is staffed by highly skilled volunteer crisis workers.
    Call 1-877-515-7848

  • Other hotlines and Web links


Domestic violence & intimate partner violence:

  • If you are in immediate need of a domestic violence shelter contact the Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual violence at 1-877-330-1951

  • Domestic Violence hotline
    1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)

  • Guide to domestic violence services in Oregon


Problem gambling:

  • People wishing to speak with a counselor about problems related to gambling may call toll free:
    1-877-2-STOP-NOW (1-877-278-6766). Treatment is free, confidential and it works.

  • Problem Gambling Helpline
    1-877-278-6766. Trained professionals are there all day and night to help you.


Suicide prevention:

Also see: Assistance services
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