Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today, we’re proud to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
CDC Announces Expansion of COVID Booster
Here’s what the CDC said on October 21, 2021, about COVID booster shots: “For individuals who received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are eligible for a …
Trauma = Addiction
In her forties, Rae has been familiar with sobriety programs since she was 12. But it wasn’t until she saw the words Trauma=Addiction on a clinician’s office wall, that she …
New Washington County COVID Counseling Program
Washington County has a new, short-term COVID-19 supportive counseling program. The COVID Community Counseling Program (CCCP) is a partnership between Washington County, Lifeworks NW, Western Psychological, Asian Health and Service Center, …
Back To Basics: Practical Mental Health Information
For Mental Health Month this May, we want to help you learn to identify the possible signs of mental health conditions in yourself and others.
10 Signs You’re Addicted to Alcohol
It can be hard to tell when recreational drinking turns into an addiction. Here are 10 signs you may have a problem.
Is stress causing you health problems?
Stress symptoms may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it.
Child Abuse Prevention Starts With Supporting Vulnerable Families
At Lifeworks NW, we have a variety of programs dedicated to prevention efforts. One of them is our Children’s Relief Nurseries.
Mental Health Scholarship for Immigrants and Refugees
The Refugee Education Fund is a program sponsored by Lutheran Community Services Northwest and is here to help pay for education and training.
April is National Minority Health Month
Although the term ‘minority” is outdated, it is still valuable to honor National Minority Health Month. It is a reminder of how far we’ve come and how far we still need to go in addressing traditionally underserved populations.
LifeWorks NW is Seeking BIPOC Recovery Mentors – Training Provided!
We’re offering job interviews to BIPOC community members in substance use recovery and providing the training needed to become a Certified Recovery Mentor.
How Lifeworks NW Collaborates with the Public School System
When young children struggle to adapt to the public school system, LifeWorks NW is here to provide individualized support through our Children’s Day Treatment program.
7 Ways the Outdoors Improves Your Mental Health
According to recent studies, being outdoors positively affects mental health. From reducing stress to improving moods, nature provides many benefits for mental well-being.
How Behavioral Health Care Supports Transgender Visibility
For the transgender community, it can be hard to feel seen, recognized and celebrated. That’s why in 2009, trans activist Rachel Crandall decided to observe a new holiday: International Transgender …
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Seeking Volunteers for Children’s Relief Nursery
LifeWorks NW is currently looking for caring, compassionate individuals to volunteer in our therapeutic classrooms working with children under 5 years old.
How Your Mental Health is Affecting Your Sleep
According to a study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, people with untreated mental illness are more likely to have problems sleeping.
National Social Work Month
In 1984, the White House named March National Social Work Month. “Social workers are vital to the success of the entire mental health care system,” says Joshua Tabaldo, senior program …
Chorale Concert Celebrates Mental Health Care and Recovery
LifeWorks NW has partnered with the Oregon Chorale to help design a concert celebrating mental health care.
Peer Support’s Role in Mental Health
For community members who live with mental health issues, Peer Support staff can provide a vital lifeline–helping consumers manage their daily lives.