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Oregon Health Authority: Monitoring Federal Changes and Impacts on Oregon
Read more: Oregon Health Authority: Monitoring Federal Changes and Impacts on OregonEvery change in federal administration carries potential impact on Oregon and, like other health agencies across the country, OHA is monitoring these changes closely. At this time, no changes have been made to the Oregon Health Plan and Healthier Oregon. OHA leadership and subject matter experts continue to evaluate administration actions and any impact they may have in…
IHN-CCO member guidance
Read more: IHN-CCO member guidanceSupporting the Community Through Federal Policy Changes Recent federal policy changes may raise concerns, create confusion, or post challenges to healthcare access. Intercommunity Health Network Coordinated Care Organization (IHN-CCO) is deeply committed to health, well-being, and equitable access to care. For the latest updates, resources, and advocacy efforts, visit https://ihntogether.org/in-your-community/member-guidance/ and contact IHN-CCO with any…
Oregon Community Foundation 2025 grants program
Read more: Oregon Community Foundation 2025 grants programCommunity Grants from OCF provide flexible funding for organizations addressing the most pressing needs in communities throughout Oregon. For the 2025 Fall Community Grants Cycle, we are funding new or expanding programs and projects, capacity building and small capital (under $500k). Applications open on June 16 and close July 11. For the full grant announcement…
Health Care Workforce Committee to host educational webinar
Read more: Health Care Workforce Committee to host educational webinarWebinar from the Oregon Health Authority on Wednesday, June 11 Read the full announcement and registration information from the OHA Description: This educational webinar will provide an overview of the Surgeon General’s framework for Mental Health and wellbeing in the Workplace. It presents an everyday decision-making tool that can aid leaders at levels in health and…
Oregon Health Authority report on healthcare costs and spending
Read more: Oregon Health Authority report on healthcare costs and spending14.5% of Oregonians delayed or avoided health care in 2024 due to growing cost A pair of new Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reports find health care costs continue to grow faster than the state and national economies. Meanwhile, a new committee is launching to identify effective ways to make health care more affordable for Oregonians.…
Public Health Equity Grant
Read more: Public Health Equity GrantFunding opportunity from the Oregon Health Authority The Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Division is excited to announce that we will be launching a new round of the Public Health Equity Grant Funding Opportunity this summer 2025! OHA intends to open the Request for Grant applications (RFGA) on July 1, 2025 OHA will be hosting information sessions in…
Update on Benton County Crisis Center
Read more: Update on Benton County Crisis CenterCommunity open house on Saturday, June 28 An external view of the Benton County Crisis Center on the corner of NW 4th Street and Van Buren Avenue in Corvallis, OR. The Benton County Crisis Center will host an open house and information fair on Saturday, June 28 from 9 a.m. to noon. Community partners, media…
Oregon Summer EBT: Nutrition Program for Kids
Read more: Oregon Summer EBT: Nutrition Program for KidsOregon launches the return of its Summer EBT for children program, which gives families money to buy healthy food during the summer months when free and reduced-price school meals are not available. Last summer was the first year Oregon offered this benefit, and about 362,000 school-aged children participated, with families receiving a total of $43…