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Healthcare Access

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Project Access Now is a regional coalition of hospital networks, community clinics, physicians and health care leaders working together to make basic health care accessible to uninsured people in our area. Primary care and specialty physicians and health care professionals volunteer their services at no charge.

United Way committed $75,000 to the regional effort that includes a network of major hospital systems, safety net clinics and volunteer physicians. more>>

 

Integrated Solutions

Outside In’s Neighborhood Sparks Project provides integrated medical and behavioral healthcare and social services to individuals in need. more >>

 

Focusing on Mental Health

In any given year, one in five Americans experience mental health issues, although more than 85% do not seek treatment. Latinos are less likely to have access to mental health services than their white counterparts. more >>

 

School-Based Health Centers

United Way was one of 10 private and public funders and partners honored during the opening of Washington County’s newest school-based health center in Tigard High School. more >>

 

 

Success Stories

Patti, 68, was living on the street and trying to cope with her mental health issues. United Way helped her get proper medical care, affordable housing, and the support services she needed to ensure she has a safe and stable place to call home.

Helping People

Lela, a high school junior was forced to pay the bills on her own after being abandoned by her foster family and then her mother when they learned she was pregnant. United Way helped her find housing, parenting classes, and support needed to care for her son. With that help, Lela graduated and is now attending college.

Jim lost his job and health insurance after an industrial accident. He was in constant pain but couldn’t afford medical care. Through United Way Jim got medical attention, help getting his disability income and gained a new outlook on life.

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