“The program is a voice in creating safe spaces for difficult conversations. We make the spaces welcoming, inclusive, and keep them trauma-informed so people can come for that necessary support.” - Stacey, Bilingual/Bicultural Group Facilitator The Oregon Helpers Wellness Initiative is changing the game in how they Start the Conversation around...
My job at Lines for Life is to ensure that Oregon’s Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) know how they can benefit from connecting to our Military Helpline, and why it’s important to reach out to us. I come from a family with generations of veterans who have served this great country; it was my honor to continue this tradition. I...
In high school, I first realized I had a serious problem with my brain. I got my driver’s license, started a job, got accepted into college, and was close to graduating – but I still felt despair. I had no clue why I felt so heavy in my chest, failing to feel happy about all these milestones I expected to be excited about. I grew up Catholic in a...
BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health in Black Communities: Breaking the Silence, Building the Support
During National BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, we're recognizing the unique strengths, challenges, and barriers that shape mental health in communities across Oregon.For generations, mental health has been a topic kept inside the family in many Black households. It's usually...
