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Free training for alcohol & tobacco retailers in Benton County
Read more: Free training for alcohol & tobacco retailers in Benton CountyThe Benton County Health Department invites retailers and the communities they serve to a free training. All are welcome to join, especially those who may engage with alcohol or tobacco sales through community events or otherwise. We want to support our community by sharing best practices for proper ID checks to prevent underage purchasing and…
What H.R. 1 Means for Oregon Health Plan Members
Read more: What H.R. 1 Means for Oregon Health Plan MembersBig changes are coming to Medicaid over the next year, and IHN-CCO is working closely with state officials to help our communities navigate these new rules while maintaining coverage for members who depend on the Oregon Health Plan (OHP). Congress passed H.R.1 in 2025; this sweeping legislation introduces new work requirements and policy changes for…
Benton County Health Department to host overdose awareness events
Read more: Benton County Health Department to host overdose awareness eventsDuring Overdose Awareness Month, Benton County Health Department will hold free community events to increase awareness and prevention of drug overdose. The events coincide with International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), the world’s largest campaign to end overdose by raising awareness and reducing stigma. Community members are invited to attend vigils to remember those who have…
Climate Supports for Oregon Health Plan Members
Read more: Climate Supports for Oregon Health Plan MembersCommunity resources are available across Benton, Linn, and Lincoln Counties to provide relief during extreme heat, especially for those experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or chronic health conditions. Oregon Health Plan members facing life challenges or transitions may qualify to receive payments for climate supports, such as portable air conditioners and mini-refrigerators to keep their medications…
Oregon Health Authority announces grants to advance rural healthcare
Read more: Oregon Health Authority announces grants to advance rural healthcareOregon Health Authority (OHA) is awarding about $97.1 million in additional federal funding to improve the health and well-being of Oregon’s rural communities this year. The grants will collectively support 136 new projects across all counties in the state. Supported by the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, the new grants will enable community-driven projects that…
Healthy Homes Grant Program
Read more: Healthy Homes Grant ProgramThe Healthy Homes Grant Program (HHGP) is a grant program run by the Oregon Health Authority to fund eligible entities (such as nonprofit organizations) to repair homes for low-income Oregonians. HHGP cannot directly fund individuals for home repair needs. The latest Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) is focused on repairing home for individuals with disabilities or older adults.…