Meet Echoe Reed, Peer Support Specialist
Meet Echoe Reed (she/per), Peer Support Specialist, advocate for LGBTQ youth, and student of philosophy. Echoe works with youth at LifeWorks NW.
Project Network honors Nathan Nickerson at art dedication event
Family, friends, staff, and community members gathered at Project Network to dedicate an art installation in honor of Nathan Welcom Nickerson, a trailblazer in the history of mental health care …
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Supported Employment client story: ‘I can be an example to my kids and grandkids’
Leslie* had a long career in manufacturing when her mental health began to impact her work. She had a history of addiction and a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type. …
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Talking Points series kicks off with conversation surrounding psychosis and houselessness
Many thanks to all who joined us for the re-launch of our speaker series, Talking Points! Nestled in the middle of Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 5-11), Joshua Tabaldo, PsyD, …
Supported Employment client story: Finding a role that is ‘meaningful and satisfying’
Jackson* was a client in the LifeWorks NW Enhanced Adult Mental Health Services program for schizoaffective and bipolar disorder. After a serious on-the-job injury, he experienced a setback. He took …
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Use your donor advised fund to make an impact!
Giving to a nonprofit such as LifeWorks NW through your donor advised fund (DAF) is a great way to maximize your charitable impact. You should have received a tax deduction …
Nomophobia and Oregon’s school cellphone ban
If you’ve heard people say “nomophonia,” they’re usually talking about nomophobia, a term that describes the fear of not having mobile phone connectivity. That feeling you have when you can’t find …
Supported Employment client story: ‘I am stronger than I thought’
Sonia* came to LifeWorks NW’s Supported Employment program to build her financial independence. Sonia’s family lived with her mother-in-law, who helped support them, and Sonia wanted to grow her education …
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National Recovery Month raises awareness and reduces stigma
Each September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recognizes National Recovery Month. It honors the work of private and public organizations that help people overcome addiction and …
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World Suicide Prevention Day aims to ‘change the narrative’ on suicide
The International Association for Suicide Prevention, IASP, founded World Suicide Prevention Day to break down barriers and address the stigma surrounding suicide. The statistics are shocking: more than 720,000 people …
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September is National Preparedness Month
Many in the Pacific Northwest are familiar with emergency preparedness because of The Big One – an earthquake experts expect will occur sometime in the next 50 years. But emergency …
Taking action on International Overdose Awareness Day
August 31 is recognized around the globe as International Overdose Awareness Day. The 2025 theme is “One Big Family,” highlighting the importance of coming together as a community to prevent overdoses. As …
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How to support someone who’s grieving
If someone you care about is currently grieving, there are a few important things you can do to show your support.
Meet Cheryl Moten, Chemical Dependency Counselor
Cheryl supports women in our Project Network program as they recover from substance use disorders. Find out why she has spent more than 20 years supporting clients on their path to healing at LifeWorks NW.