How to Recognize Problem Gambling
Problem gambling, also called “gambling addiction,” can have a devastating impact.
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Peer Support Training
We are happy to announce that LifeWorks NW is able to provide Intentional Peer Support (IPS) training to our staff and any interested community members. We have secured grant funding …
Why Traditional School “Discipline” Doesn’t Work (and What to do Instead)
Growing up, most of us experienced discipline in school that focused heavily on punishment. But does this really improve student behavior?
Students Make Happy Holidays for Others
Each year, classes at Valley Catholic School, Jesuit High School and Edison High School choose consumer families in our prevention programs to ensure they have a happy holiday season. This …
Historic Tornadoes in Midwest and South
At least six states (Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi) across the Midwest and the South experienced historic levels of damage as a series of tornadoes left behind in …
Meet the Retired Flight Attendants Helping Portlanders in Need this Holiday Season
When Marylee from LifeWorks NW’s Prevention Services was first recruited in 1996 to help with LifeWorks NW’s teen parenting program, she brought the Clipped Wings donors with her. “I was …
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As Winter Begins, Do Good Multnomah Offers Housing Resources
Throughout the pandemic, we’ve seen more and more clients struggle with housing in Oregon.
Transgender Awareness Week
Transgender Awareness Week is observed November 13 through November 19 and this week-long celebration leads up to the Transgender Day of Remembrance which is a day to honor the memory …
Veterans Day
“How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!”—Maya Angelou Today, LifeWorks NW honors the commitment and sacrifice of the 19 million veterans who have …
November is Transgender Awareness Month
November is Transgender Awareness Month and National Transgender Awareness Week is the second week in the month. This is an opportunity to support, celebrate and advocate for the transgender and …
Donation Drive for Winter Items
As you know, winter in Portland can be rough, especially for those who don’t have adequate clothing, housing or food. Thanks to Wendy, LifeWorks NW’s wonderful resource specialist, and the …
Success Story
Marta and Luis enrolled in the Healthy Families program when Marta was pregnant with Maya. In addition to the stresses they faced as an immigrant family, Marta struggled with her …
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 …
Passionate Team
This quote by Simon Sinek sums up why so many of us are passionate about the work we do at LifeWorks NW: Working hard for something you don’t care about …