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CPI Newsletter: Summer 2024
Message from the Director
The Results are in from our Annual Customer Survey!
Thank you to everyone who gave us feedback on our annual customer survey! We really value and appreciate your feedback. This year, we sent out the survey in customer’s preferred languages to ensure inclusive feedback. We are happy and proud to say that we received overwhelmingly positive feedback. Here are some of the things people said about CPI:
I highly appreciate CPI and all the hard work they put in, as well as how they show a good work ethic.
Our PA always has an answer for me and if they don't know, they will find out and get back to me. My PA is always fast with an answer.
Kindness, Caring, Very responsive to concerns, Dignity/Respect for clients and families.
Our PA is so kind and helpful! They are almost like one of our family. I mostly appreciate their keeping me informed of what's coming up so there are no surprises.
Our PA always answers their phone or returns calls, Barry Snowe always gets back to me also.
The top three positive words used to describe CPI were friendly, good listeners and supportive. 99% of the respondents stated that CPI is helping them meet their needs and achieve their goals! This is a 1% increase over last year. I’m thrilled by this statistic and would love to get that percentage up to 100%
Another positive statistic is that 95% of the respondents said they receive the support and services they need. Again, this is significant! 3% said they were unsure, and 2% were not. We would really like to work on the 2% who feel they are not getting what they need. Almost all of the negative feedback we saw related to being unable to find providers. We know there is sometimes a need for more providers, and we want to work with customers until the right match is found. Finding the right provider is sometimes a delicate and time consuming process for customers and their support teams. We have several systems we use, and we’ve had many positive outcomes, but that doesn’t mean we hit the mark every time. We have dedicated positions inside our agency to assist with on-boarding providers, specifically PSWs. We support people in many different ways with this process.
We conduct this survey every year, so if you didn’t get the chance to participate this year, watch for it next year in January. We appreciate hearing how we are doing and how we can improve! If you want to reach out to me directly, please contact me through info@communitypath.org
Wishing everyone a happy and safe summer!
CPI Updates
Emergency Preparedness Supplies for CPI Customers
In our Spring 2024 newsletter, we shared that CPI is working on an Emergency Response project funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Emergency Response Grant. With this funding, we’ve been able to start buying CPI customers emergency supplies based on their support needs.
Emergency Kits
Earlier this spring, CPI’s personal agents (PAs) contacted all of our customers to ask if they would like to get an emergency kit. These kits include items like first aid supplies, water filtration straws, food bars, and water purification tablets. Every customer who responded and chose an emergency kit option will be getting their kit by the end of October.
If you have not already chosen an emergency kit but would like one, contact your PA by July 26th!
If you cannot reach your PA, email us at info@communitypath.org or call 503-935-5243.
I/DD Emergency Response Resource Fair and Training
Save the Date! Join us for a FREE emergency preparedness resource fair and training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and support providers living in Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties. This event includes a training on how to prepare for emergencies in our local area. It will be held on four different dates: August 26th, September 23rd, October 14th, or November 9th! It is free, voluntary, and open to the public!
Event Details
Dates and Times:
August 26th, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
September 23rd, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
October 14th, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
November 9th, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Multnomah County East, 600 NE 8th St, Gresham, OR 97030
Parking is available on-site
Public transit stations are near the building
Cost: Free
Contact Us: If you have questions about this event and training, contact your PA. You may also contact Kristine Olson, CPI’s Project Manager. Email kolson@communitypath.org or call 503-935-5255.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is organizing this event and training? Community Pathways is organizing this event in collaboration with the Multnomah County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Program (Multnomah County DD), Multnomah County’s Office of Emergency Management, and ODHS’s Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS). We're also partnering with Oregon’s Department of Emergency Management, Clackamas County Social Services, and local community organizations that serve the Portland Metro Area to offer more emergency preparedness resources.
What is the purpose of this event and training? To help individuals with disabilities and support providers better understand what type of emergencies and natural disasters to prepare for in our local area, how to make an emergency plan, and where to find more information and resources that can support individual needs.
What kind of resources will be shared at the event? Local county and state agencies, power companies, and local organizations will be sharing information and resources focused on helping people plan for and respond to different types of emergencies and natural disasters, like wildfires, ice storms, and earthquakes, as well as power outages.
Who may attend this event and training? Anyone may attend this event. It’s intended for people with I/DD, their families, and support providers. But it is open to the public.
Is this event and training mandatory? Do I have to come? No. You do not have to attend this event. It’s voluntary opportunity to learn more about emergency planning.
If I want to attend the event, do I have to attend all four days? No. The same event is being held on four different dates so more people are able to attend.
What if I want to attend but can’t on the scheduled dates and times? Sign up for our email list so we can send you the resources and information from the training. To sign up, contact CPI’s Project Manager Kristine Olson. Email kolson@communitypath.org or call 503-935-5255.
Will there be food at this event? Yes, there will be snacks!
CPI Professional Development
As in all professions, continuing education is crucial for updating and reinforcing knowledge. Many of our staff members will be attending the annual I/DD Case Management Conference in Salem from July 24-25. If you can’t reach your Personal Agent during this time, please contact us at 503 935-5243.
Community
Celebrate Disability Pride with Phame
Join PHAME for their annual Disability Pride Celebration, presented by PHAME’s student-led Cultural Diversity Awareness Committee (CDAC). This festive afternoon event will include music by DJ Lamar, performances by PHAME artists, art projects, food, and more. PHAME’s Disability Pride Celebration is free and open to PHAME students and the public. This is a drop-in event; stop by for just part of the event, or stay for the whole thing!
Date: Saturday July 20
Time: 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: at Community Vision, in the covered parking garage
2475 SE Ladd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Learn to Garden with Aspire Together
Aspire Together is a nonprofit community garden and program in Milwaukie, Oregon, focused on empowering individuals with developmental disabilities (I/DD). Located at Clackamas United Church of Christ, their mission includes teaching gardening skills, promoting healthy eating, and facilitating social interactions through activities like selling produce at local markets. Rachel Mohr, a co-founder and board member, emphasizes their inclusive approach and invites involvement from the I/DD community in shaping future programs. Interested individuals can join by signing up on their website or contacting them directly.
The 2024 garden season opens May 1st and runs through October 31st.
Garden Classes with OSU Extension Master Gardener, Corinne
All classes start at 11am and occur on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
Dates:
July 10th
August 14th
September 11th
October 9th
Location: Clackamas United Church of Christ 15303 SE Webster Rd Milwaukie, OR 97226
For more information or to make a donation: aspiretogethernonprofit.com.
Please note, there are no public restrooms at this site. The closest public restroom is in Safeway up Webster Road.
Resources
Build Preparedness with the OEM Be 2 Weeks Ready Toolkit and Website
Exciting News! On June 17th, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) launched a new website for its Be 2 Weeks Ready program, including a new toolkit. The goal of this program is to help individuals make sure they have an emergency plan and enough supplies for them and everyone in their household to survive for at least two weeks following a disaster, like a wildfire or earthquake.
The Be 2 Weeks Ready Toolkit is available in six languages, including American Sign Language. It covers eight units on emergency preparedness that individuals can work through on their own or with a group.
Visit the Be 2 Weeks Ready website: https://www.oregon.gov/oem/hazardsprep/pages/2-weeks-ready.aspx
Advocacy
Share Your Feedback with ODDS
Monthly listening sessions
ODDs would like to know how they can continue to improve their services.
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. This is a new series. The first meeting will be on August 7, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m. After that, ODDS will host a meeting every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m.
Register here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsd--grzMoH9Lpfchq1v4-obQMoBgcubw#/registration
Statewide listening sessions
ODDs is hosting listening sessions across the state.
The meetings are in person. Some will also be on Zoom. This will help people who can't join in person.
Each meeting is for community members from certain counties. But, all are welcome.
ODDs will host separate meetings for different groups, so all have a voice. Attend a meeting that applies to you or one this is open to all.
Look at the schedule below to find a city near you.
The schedule might change. ODDs will add dates, locations and links closer to each event. Check the schedule again a few months before your county's meeting.
ODDs wants everyone to feel welcome and safe. Free support will be provided for all to participate. This includes American Sign Language, Spanish interpreter and live captioning. If you need other languages or support, call 503-945-5811 or email odds.questions@odhs.oregon.gov. Relay calls are accepted.
August 20-21, 2024 - Ontario
October 2024 - Madras
April 2025 - La Grande
June 2025 - Astoria
August 2025 - John Day
October 2025 - Tigard
April 2026 - Salem
Celebrate the 34th Anniversary of the ADA
The Oregon Disabilities Commission, Northwest ADA Center and Disability Rights Oregon are hosting a Lunch and Learn webinar series in July 2024 to recognize and celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Sessions are from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesdays in July. See flyer below.
Embrace Leadership
Save the date! The Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition (OSAC) is once again hosting its Inclusive Leadership Summit with the goal to bring together Oregon’s self-advocates, family members, professionals, and legislators to learn, celebrate and collaborate.
Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Time: To be determined
Location: To be determined
Registration: Available soon
Questions: Contact eventadmin@askosac.org
More details will announced soon.
CPI Events
Join us for Fun Games
Recipe
Enjoy a Healthy Treat
Well, it’s not really a recipe…
I love fresh fruit, but sometimes I have a hard time making myself prepare it. Even if I manage to cut it up, if the fruit is not great I don’t wind up eating it, which makes me feel terrible.
I just came back from a vacation on a cruise ship and I learned of a new way to eat fruit! At least new to me!
The trick is to chop it all up super small – so each piece of fruit is about the size of a large blueberry. That way, if one piece of mango is a bit under ripe, or the strawberries aren’t super flavorful, it doesn’t matter! You get a nice variety of fruit in every bite and it evens out the quality.
In addition, it’s much easier to mix with yogurt, cereal, or anything else you like!
I’ve heard that you can also add lime juice, or some fresh herbs like mint, basil, or cilantro to add variety.
No more wasted fruit and I’m eating something that’s good for me! Yay!
Holiday Closures
Labor Day - Monday, September 2
CPI Newsletter: Spring 2024
CPI’s Emergency Response Project
We have exciting news! Community Pathways recently received American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant funding through the Oregon Department of Human Services’ Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS) to buy emergency supplies for the individuals we serve.
Your Personal Agent might have already contacted you to talk about your emergency kit options or they will be contacting you in the next few weeks.
About the Project
What is the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant? ARPA Grant funding is money from the federal government that CPI applied for and received through the Oregon Department of Human Services’ Office of Developmental Disability Services (ODDS). Read more about the ARPA Project on the ODDS website.
How will CPI use this funding? We will use this money to buy emergency supplies for our customers to help them stay safe during and after emergency situations like wildfires, ice storms, and power outages.
Who will get emergency supplies? Current customers of Community Pathways.
What kind of emergency supplies will individuals get? It depends on the individual’s living situation and support needs. Each individual we serve will get an emergency kit, based on their need and preference. These emergency kits will include items like a first aid kit, hygiene kit, food bars, water tablets, filtration straws, and a hand-crank radio.
How will emergency supplies be delivered to individuals? Emergency supplies will be shipped to each customer’s home. If a customer does not have a mailing address, their Personal Agent will help them coordinate a pick-up from CPI’s office.
When will emergency supplies be delivered to individuals? We will be able to share updates about exact delivery times once supplies have been ordered. For now, individuals can expect to get emergency supplies by the end of October 2024.
Emergency Kit Options for CPI’s Customers
Kit Option 1: Ready 2 Go Bag
Product: A small, lightweight emergency kit in a compact sling bag with essential tools, supplies, food and water. The crossbody strap is convertible into a double strap for ultimate comfort while wearing.
Includes: Hygiene kit, first aid kit, paracord bracelet (with whistle, compass, signal light, small knife), masks, flashlight, mylar sleeping bag, poncho, notepad, pencil, tissues, 4 x 400 calorie food bars, 4 x water pouches, and water purification tablets, 2 filtration straws, 1 solar charger, 1 crush light.
Possible Allergens: Non-Aspirin, Non-Tylenol, Food Bars (may contain wheat and nuts), Latex.
Kit Option 2: Complete Emergency Preparedness Backpack
Product: A red backpack with enough food and water supplies to last one person 3 to 7 days.
Includes: Food bars, water purification tablets, water pouches, hand crank flashlight/radio/phone charger, candle (electric), bright stick, hygiene kit, first aid kit, sewing kit, masks, gloves, multi-tool (includes small knife), safety goggles, safety gloves, tube tent, emergency sleeping bag, poncho, notepad and pencil, waste page, hand warmers, whistle, compass, 2 filtration straws, 1 solar charger, 1 crush light, and emergency plan guide.
Possible Allergens: Non-Tylenol, Non-Aspirin, Food Bars (may contain wheat and nuts), Latex.
Kit Option 3: Complete Emergency Preparedness Roller Bag
Product: A red roller bag with enough food and water supplies to last one person 3 to 7 days.
Includes: Food bars, water purification tablets, water pouches, hand crank flashlight/radio/phone charger, candle (electric), bright stick, hygiene kit, first aid kit, sewing kit, masks, gloves, multi-tool (includes small knife), safety goggles, safety gloves, tube tent, emergency sleeping bag, poncho, notepad and pencil, waste page, hand warmers, whistle, compass, 2 filtration straws, 1 solar charger, 1 crush light, and emergency plan guide.
Possible Allergens: Non-Tylenol, Non-Aspirin, Food Bars (may contain wheat and nuts), Latex.
If you have questions, please contact your Personal Agent.
PA Profile: Sara Pittock
Can you tell us about your journey with the I/DD field?
One of my sisters was a PSW for many years, and later PA. She introduced me to the field, when I was looking to work with customers on more of a one on one basis. Being a PSW for ten years taught me so many wonderful things about people, community, kindness, and resiliency. I’m excited to take my knowledge and experience as a PSW to my new role as a PA.
What are some of your favorite things to do outside of work?
I also work in film as an actress, writer, and producer. Outside of that, I love reading, writing fanfiction, frolicking, hiking, comic books, video games, cosplay, taking pictures of pretty things, and hanging out with my cat.
What is one non work related goal you’d like to achieve this year?
I’m writing two comedy sketches and looking to produce a sketch comedy show later this year.
What are some things you’re looking forward to right now?
I am looking forward to getting to know all of my customers and helping them strategize towards meeting their goals!
PA Profile: Carl Fischer
Can you tell us about your journey with the I/DD field?
I started working as a skills trainer at a local day services program in 2015. After a brief period of providing direct care, I moved into case management. The program changed goals to focus on the Employment First initiative and I started working as a job coach and moved into job development. I became a Certified Employment Specialist and started writing Discovery profiles to assist people with finding integrated employment. Afterwards, I worked as a personal agent for another Portland area brokerage for about four years. Eventually, I was forced to work remotely due to the pandemic, and my work became centered on customer health and access to vaccines and important Covid related information and policies. At some point during the pandemic, I moved back to Virginia to spend time with my grandfather before he passed. While being home I attempted to find work in the field but had challenges due to the difference in services available and culture relating to approaches to working with those experiencing I/DD. My partner and I moved back to Portland in late 2023. I am excited to be back in the area and working in the field again. I have a greater appreciation for the services provided in Oregon and the opportunities for meaningful work as a professional case manager in a more supportive and understanding environment. I am happy to be working at Community Pathways and look forward to building rapport with my customers over the coming months.
What do you think are the best skills that you bring to your job?
My ability to connect with a variety of people from all walks of life. I always approach a social encounter with an open mind and try to focus on learning a person’s sense of humor and how they see the world through their perspective. This facilitates understanding, mutual respect, and trust between myself and anyone I engage with at work.
What are some of your favorite things to do outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my partner and our two cats. I like hiking, fishing, gardening, and playing video games. We also enjoy lifting weights and going on walks together.
How do you think your colleagues would describe you?
Hopefully, they think I am funny. I really enjoy making people laugh. I also like feeling as though people see me as dependable. I’d like to think I am a good communicator. I work hard but try to avoid taking things too seriously, unless it’s an actual crisis.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Update on Special Olympics Polar Plunge 2024
Guess who was the top individual fundraiser for the PDX Polar Plunge?
Community Pathways personal agent Linda Peck Athens!
Terisa: So to recap, you were raising money for Special Olympics in Katie Dunn’s name, a good friend and seasoned Special Olympics athlete. It sounds like Polar Plunge 2024 was a huge success! And Katie’s mom was there too, right?
Linda: Yes! I was so happy to be able to raise money in Katie’s name, and help athletes like her. Seeing Anne’s smiling face at the finish line of the 5K was probably the best moment for me. The weather was beautiful and I am sure Katie made that happen!
Anne, Katie’s mom: It was so good you could hardly believe it; fabulous weather, thousands of people, and nine hundred plungers! I was there to greet Linda Peck Athens at the end of her 5K run, snap photos, hug her, and watch her plunge. Then when they read the list of money-raising winners, she came in first in the individual category! Over $4,000! They announced it from the stage, along with Katie's name as the person she was plunging for! I was over the moon! I also got to talk to two of the Super Plungers, who had done 24 dips over 24 hours in Katie’s name. It was on KOIN news! I am so glad to have experienced all this, so grateful to Linda, and just in awe of what Katie means to this world and to us all.
RESOURCES
CODSN Conference
Theme: Breaking Barriers, Life Beyond Labels
Date: April 24, 2024
The Central Oregon Disability Support Network is holding a Conference in Redmond for people of all abilities. View the event flyer for more information.
MULTNOMAH COUNTY INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES FAIR
Date: May 16, 2024
Once again, Multnomah County is having its Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Information Fair. There will be over 40 organizations represented, including Community Pathways. Stop by and say Hi!
For more information, see the flyer below. Once the event is posted there will be more information here: https://www.multco.us/dd/events
CLACKAMAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES RESOURCE FAIR
Date: JUNE 22, 2024
Clackamas County Developmental Disabilities Program is holding its first ever Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair happening on June 22nd 2024. They are still accepting applications to host a table at the resource fair through this form: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XRPGMHH
For more information, see the flyer below. Once the event is posted there will be more information here: https://www.clackamas.us/events
ADVOCACY OPPORTUNITIES
OREGON SELF-ADVOCATE CONVENTION IN EUGENE
Date: May 13-15
The ARC is holding a Convention for Self-Advocates in Eugene. This unique event is planned by advocates for advocates and their supporters. Their schedule includes a wide range of opportunities to listen, learn, and connect. For more information, see the flyer below or click here: https://thearcoregon.org/convention/.
UPCOMING EVENTS at CPI
JOIN US FOR CPI BOARD GAME NIGHT
Date: May 16
Community Pathways has Board Game Night every other month, on the third Thursday from 4-6 pm, here at the Seven Corners building.
RECIPE
TERISA’S FAVORITE EASY AND DELICIOUS DEVILED EGGS OR EGG SALAD
Source: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/deviled-eggs-recipe0-2042536
INGREDIENTS
Yield: 12 halves
6 Eggs
I have been told that I have the food preferences of a toddler, so if these deviled eggs are too bland for you, get creative with a little Dijon mustard, hot sauce, or whatever else appeals to you. Eggs are the perfect blank slate for your creativity!
Filling:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Salt and pepper
PREPARATION
Step 1
Place the eggs in a medium saucepan with water to cover and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover the pan, and let stand for 20 minutes. Pour off the hot water and refill the saucepan with cold water. Let the eggs sit in the cold water for 5 minutes. Peel the eggs, cover and chill for at least 1 hour.
Step 2
Halve the eggs lengthwise. Carefully remove the yolks and transfer them to a small bowl. Mash the yolks with a fork, then stir in the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish and yellow mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Scoop a spoonful of the mixture into each egg white half. Sprinkle the tops with paprika.
Note from Terisa: You can also use a piping bag, or cut the tip off a sandwich bag to make the filling look extra pretty. On the other hand, you could also forget that whole step and cut up the egg whites, mix them with the filling and you’ve got egg salad! I LOVE egg salad!
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Memorial Day on Monday, May 27
Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19
Fourth of July on Thursday, July 4
June Newsletter
June Newsletter
Hello!
With June coming to a close, Community Pathways is excited to be celebrating the beginning of summer with our Seven Corners Collaborative partners at Community Vision, FACT Oregon, and the Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities with a Summer Party this Wednesday, June 26th, 2-6pm.
Food, drinks, games, and raffle prize will be provided! The event is at Seven Corners (2475 SE Ladd Avenue). It's free and open to the public. We invite you to come celebrate with us!
As we enter our second year at the Seven Corners building, we are so grateful to collaborate with our wonderful building partners to help create a hub of information, resources, and support for individuals and families who experience disability.
We wish you all a fun, happy and safe summer!
Jennifer Santiago
Executive Director
Customer Story: Lawrence, an Artist at Work
Meet Lawrence, an artist living and working in Portland. Recently, Lawrence and his PSW Monica sat down with us to share about Lawrence's artistic practice, experience living in his own apartment, and the recent news of being chosen for the 2019 Field of View Residency at Public Annex. The residency will pay Lawrence, connect him with an artist mentor, and culminate in a gallery exhibition. Read the full interview with Lawrence here.
Visit Lawrence’s artist website here.
DD Advocacy - How to Get Involved
Contact us to learn how you can get involved in self-advocacy. Check out the Oregon Developmental Disability Coalition's top priorities when advocating for DD services here.
Personal Advocacy
Learning how to ask for what you want and need from your personal support worker(s), family, and personal agent.
Asking to change case managers/personal agent, the brokerage or case management entity that delivers support services to you, and goals in your ISP.
Visit OSAC's website and learn about the benefits of becoming a member (it's free!).
Community Advocacy
Getting involved in your community and advocating for the rights of people who experience disabilities in your area.
Get involved with the Self Advocates Taking Action group that meets ever Friday at Seven Corners, or join Build A Movement events.
Political Advocacy
Visiting the Oregon State Capitol to share your story with law makers (legislators) and why funding DD services matters to you and the community.
Visit the Oregon Developmental Disability Coalition's GO! Project website to learn more about advocating at the legislative level.
PSW EVV Orientation Sessions
The PSW Electronic Visit Verification system will start on July 16, 2019.
Learn more about the PSW Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) at
Register for a PSW EVV Orientation Session at
Spanish / Español
Vietnamese /Tiếng Việt
Russian /русский
Check out Frequently Asked Questions about the PSW EVV System.
Upcoming Events
Summer Party & Exhibition Opening at the Seven Corners Collaborative
Wednesday, June 26, 2-6pm
Summer party and exhibition opening featuring artist Mikayla Carpenter.
2475 SE Ladd Avenue, 4th Floor, Portland, OR 97214
FREE and open to the public. Food and drinks provided. Raffle prizes.
For more information, contact Jill at jill@cvision.org
Oregon Brewer's Festival - Volunteer and support UCP as a beneficiary
Wednesday-Saturday, July 24-27, 2019
UCP needs 80 volunteers for the festival. Register using the link below and put "UCP Volunteer" in the comments section to count toward their volunteer total. As this year's "Charity of Choice" UCP can raise thousands toward its disability services!
Register at https://events-connect.com/obf/
2019 Division Clinton Street Fair & Parade
Saturday, July 24, 2019
Parade: 10:45am – 12pm
Street Fair: 10am – 5pm
Parade: SE 41st & Division to SE 26th & Clinton (watch the parade along SE Division St)
Street Fair: SE Clinton Street (SE 25th – 28th) and SE 26th Ave (SE Clinton to Division)
Fun community event in the Division/Clinton neighborhood we call home.
Learn more at https://www.divisionclinton.com/the-division-clinton-street-fair/
FACT Oregon's All Ability Tri4Youth
Saturday, August 2, 2019. Race starts at 9am.
Tualatin Hills Athletic Center in Beaverton, OR
Open to athletes of all abilities ages 8-26 years old
Register as an athlete, team, or volunteer at https://factoregon.org/tri4youth/
The 15th Annual Walk, Roll 'n' Run for UCP
Saturday, September 19, 2019. Race starts at 10:30am
240 SE Clay Avenue in Portland, OR
Open to people of all ages and abilities.
Register at https://ucporegon.akaraisin.com/ui/walkrollnrun2019
Are there other events you'd like us to share with the community? Please let us know. We value your feedback. Thank you!
Our Mission
Community Pathways' mission is to assist adults with developmental disabilities to live empowered, self-determined lives through community connections.
Learn more About Us
April Newsletter - Autism Acceptance
World Autism Awareness and Acceptance
Did you know April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day? And April is World Autism Awareness Month! Help us spread the word not simply about autism awareness but ACCEPTANCE this month by using #AutismAwareness19 #AutismAcceptance
Join DD Advocacy on April 30th
Join the upcoming GO! Project DD Advocacy Day at the Oregon State Capitol on April 30th. Members of Community Pathways’ team, Build A Movement participants, and advocates will be going. The GO! Project Advocacy Team will be available at the Capitol to give you information, training, and support before talking with legislators. Come be an advocate!
Learn more about the GO! Project and DD advocacy at www.oregoniddcoalition.org
Legislator Lookup - Find your legislators (State Senator and House Representative).
General Resource Guide
Find Direct Support (and clients)
Oregon Home Care Commission's (OHCC) Registry and Referral System - Find a provider to deliver direct support, or connect with an individual seeking direct support.
Food and Shelter
211 Info - Find information on food shelters, warming/cooling centers, and shelters.
Oregon Food Bank's Food Finder - Find a food bank near you.
Portland Farmers Market - many of the markets accept SNAP benefits.
Health and Safety
Additional Needs Registry - Program for individuals in Portland and Multnomah county to share additional needs with 9-1-1 police and fire responders in case of emergencies.
Mental Health Crisis Lines
Clackamas County Crisis Line: (503) 655-8401
Multnomah County Crisis Line: (503) 988-4888
Washington County Crisis Line: (503) 291-9111
Arts and Culture
Art Gallery at Seven Corners (2475 SE Ladd Avenue) is currently featuring works by artist Catherine Hill. Please check out the window gallery facing SE Division Street.
Public Annex - accessible urban farming and arts programming.
PHAME Academy - a school of the arts and performance serving adults with disabilities.
Social Events and Outdoor Activities
Off the Couch Events - socialization and educational program for differently-abled adults.
Adventure Without Limits - provides access to outdoor adventure to all people regardless of abilities, socio-economic gender, gender, ethnicity, or age.
Portland Parks and Recreation’s Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation - A program that offers, “community-based recreation activities and leisure services specially designed for children, teens, and adults who have a disability and/or special needs.”
Tech and Gaming
Guardian Games event calendar - Community calendar of gaming events.
Free Geek - provides volunteer opportunities and classes to enable digital access and education to create community that empowers people to realize their potential.
Fidgetech - A community for young adults on the autism spectrum to learn technologies, uncover interests and talents, develop skills, and achieve goals.
Do you have a resource you would like us to share? Email Kristine at kolson@communitypath.org or contact a personal agent. Thanks!
Spring Photo Gallery - Share your photos with us!
The CPI Team is so excited that it's finally Spring. April brings longer days, bluer skies, more frequent "sun breaks", and much needed doses of Vitamin D—and more time spent outside! To celebrate the coming of Spring, members of the CPI team are sharing their favorite Spring-time photos with us all. We hope these beautiful images inspire people to spend time outside and share their photos with us!
Want to share your own Spring photos with the community? Please do!
How to Submit Photos to the Community Pathways Newsletter:
Send photos as .PNG or .JPEG file attachments to kolson@communitypath.org (Subject: Spring Photos for Newsletter).
Please include a title or brief description of each photo, such as “Mt Hood View” or “St Johns Bridge”.
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