Who can consent to a child’s vaccine?

In Oregon, any child 15 and older can self-consent to receive the Covid vaccine. For younger children, it’s more complicated. The basic legal principle is that regardless of where the child lives, parents must agree on medical care. This principle applies to children...

Family Caregiver Conference Workshops Begin November 2nd!

Washington County is in its 18th year of holding a conference dedicated to family and friend caregivers. Held every year in November, this event aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for caregivers to come together to connect with one another, learn new skills...

2020-2021 Child Tax Credit

Beginning July 15th, most families with children will automatically receive monthly Child Tax Credit payments of up to $300 per child through the end of 2021. If you did not file a tax return for 2019 or 2020, and did not use the IRS Non-filers tool last year to sign...

NAMI – Virtual Peer Support Group Opportunity

Parent Support Group by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NAMI Multnomah is running a virtual peer-led drop in support group for parents and caregivers of children/adolescents with mental health barriers. It is available on the first and third Wednesdays of...