You Call, We Answer

The 2026 Oregon Legislative Session is underway, and Lines for Life is actively advocating for policies that protect mental health, prevent substance abuse, and keep our communities safe. Here’s how we’re working to create lasting change and how you can help.

Each year, Lines for Life reflects on the progress made toward building a more compassionate, accessible, and equitable behavioral health system. Our 2025 Annual Report highlights work moving beyond awareness and into action. Work that addresses long-standing gaps in access, representation, and trust.

For many seniors in Oregon, isolation is a daily reality and a heavy burden. But thanks to the Senior Loneliness Line, a program from Lines for Life, that burden is met with understanding, care, and connection.

As we step into 2026, Lines for Life remains committed to our mission and purpose of bringing hope to people wherever they are, at every stage of life, and in moments when it’s needed most. In the year ahead, we are excited to continue expanding our reach, strengthening our partnerships, and deepening our impact across Oregon and beyond. From crisis lines to community-based initiatives, our work is rooted in connection, compassion, and the belief everyone deserves access to support.

When David Westbrook volunteers to answer the phone on the Senior Loneliness Line, he is not doing so as Lines for Life’s Chief Operational Officer. He is simply there as a person listening, empathizing, and holding space without judgement.

Every year, as soon as the Gala ends and the Development team is busy packing up at the venue, we start thinking about what we want to do for the next one! Together, we carefully plan every element from invitations, décor, and messaging to auction packages, sponsor and donor experience – hoping to properly show our appreciation and celebrate our supporters and our work.