Changing Directions / Life Planning, COCC - Life planning class, Life Transitions II, support group and workshops.  Call 383-7589 or 383-75800 for more information.

Competivtive Edge - Preparing students for the SAT, 731 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, OR  541-383-2316

Deschutes County Extension Services offers educational programs in nutrition, food safety, food preservation, home financial management, child and family Development, parenting, etc.  Call 548-6088 ext. 18 for more information.

Kuman Math & Reading Center - 1005 NW Galveston, Bend, OR  541-322-6284

Slyvan Learning Center - 2150 NE Studio RD, Bend, OR, 541-389-9252

The PLAN Adoption Agency (Plan Loving Adoptions Now) is a 30 year old, private, non profit, Christian agency that provides 24 hours a day access, statewide, to families facing an unplanned pregnancy. Crisis counselors are located in communities all over the State.   Lynda Merrill's job as a crisis counselor for the Agency, is to be available to immediately meet with birth parents in Central Oregon to provide free, non-judgmental help for them to look at their options.  Lynda has worked in this field for 28 years in Bend, the last 20 with PLAN and can be contacted at Lynda11842@aol.com or 541-389-1820

AS Children for Adoption - The gift of life and love starts with all of us, as it takes a community to raise a child in our current times.  Please take a moment and visit the Northwest Adoption Exchange to see "special" children just waiting to be loved and accepted.  Offering these kids a home and opening your heart is one of the greatest reward's you can do in your life time. 

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Help Line 1-800-949-4232.

Child Support Helpline provides advise legal assistance to low-income parents.  Call 1-800-383-1222 for more information.

Community Dispute Resolution Program.  Provides alternative dispute resolution services and education on conflict management. Mediation provided for disputes including: neighborhood, family, job, consumer, landlord/tenant (including manufactured dwelling parks), land use, school, and financial issues. Education and training in communication skills, conflict management, and negotiation available to individuals, groups, businesses, youths, and adults. Facilitation provided for meetings and seminars. Do not offer counseling or legal advice. Cost: sliding fee scale. Call 383-0187.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).  Community volunteers appointed by a judge to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. Volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the Juvenile Justice
system, and the special needs of abused and neglected children.  Call 389-1618.

Deschutes County District Attorney's Office - Community Crime Prevention - call Andrea Shartel, Deputy District Attorney, 330-4694 for more information.

Deschutes County District Attorney's Office - Victim Assistance for support, advocates.  Call 388-6525 Bend or 617-4789 Redmond for more information.

Division of Child Support, Department of Justice - call 388-6141 Bend or 1-800-850-0228 for more information.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon provides low income families in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties with legal advise in civil cases.  Call 1-800-678-6944 or 385-6944 for more information.

Oregon SafeNet.  Provides health information, referral, and advocacy statewide.  Call 1-800-723-3638.

Oregon State Bar

	Tel-Law Tape Library (1-800-452-4776) - is a collection of tape recorded messages on various topics. List of topics can be obtained from the Oregon State Bar, P.O. Box 1689, Lake Oswego , OR 97035.
	Lawyer Referral Service/Modest Means (1-800-452-7636) - Provides individuals with the name of an attorney in their community. Modest Means makes referrals to lawyers who provide reduced-fee legal services (on some cases), to those who meet eligibility guidelines. Cost: $35 fee for first meeting.
	Legal Information Pamphlets, and Speakers Bureau (1-800-452-8260).  Call numbers in parentheses for more information, or to request free legal information pamphlets/booklets.

Oregon Disabilities Commission.  Offers mediation, advocacy, and information and referral for people of all ages with disabilities, including the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Program.  Call 1-503-378-3142 or 1-800-358-3117. www.odc.state.or.us

Partners in Education Representing Kids with Special Needs (PERKS) - Provides parents of students in Central Oregon school districts with assistance with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), resources and information about student rights, and conflict resolution. Call Sandy Affonso 549-6335.

Bend Metro Park & Recreation Center - Offers a wide range of year round youth and adult programs.  Call 389-7275 for more information or to obtain a current catalog.

Central Oregon Community Action Agency Network (COCAAN)

Central Oregon Regional Services for children with disabilities including hearing, vision, orthopedic impairments, augmentative communication and autism.  Services include evaluation, Individual Family Service Plan, consultation, equipment and materials.  CORP serves families in Deschutes, Crook, Gilliam, Harney, Jefferson, Sherman and Wheeler Counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.  Call 383-6345 for more information.

Central Oregon Resources for Independent Living (CORIL) - Family support; recreational and vocational activities. 541-388-8103 for information

Deschutes County Commission on Families and Children

Developmental Disabilities

Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education Program (ages birth - 5 years) for children who have or at risk of having disabilities.  Provides evaluation and services to eligible family members.  Call 388-6353 for more information.

Family Access Network (FAN)

Family Assistance Fund (ages birth - 5 years) offers limited financial support to families who care for children with developmental delays or disabilities.  Contact Jenny Jacox, Rising Stars Alliance, 317-0543 for more information.

Family Resource Center

Life Respite Care (Service of Developmental Disabilities Program, Deschutes County Mental Health) provides information, referrals to families caring for a special needs person.  Call Terri at 322-7554 for more information.

The Counseling Center of Central Oregon - provides low cost individual and group counseling for women and teens affected by sexual, physical or emotional abuse.  Call Robin 389-7960 for more information and group schedules.

The Kids Center provides medical evaluation and therapy treatment for children who have been sexually, physically or emotionally abused or who have witnessed domestic violence.  Call 383-5958 for more information.

Amity Creek

Highlands Magnet School - A Scottish Storyline Community

Westside Magnet School

Marshall High School - (541) 383-6580, 1291 NE 5th St, Bend, OR 97701

Rimrock Academy

Sagewalk - The Wilderness School

Bend Metro and Park Recreation District (ages 18 months - 5 years) - Offers a variety of classes that include learning songs and listening to stories while exploring with craft materials, creative play art, and parent/child "no cook" cooking adventures.  Call 541-389-7275.

Central Oregon SAFEKIDS - offers car seat inspections, information, referrals and help with reduced price seats.  They also offer parents educational programs for the prevention of children's accidental injuries and information on traffic, gun, water, fire safety and other children's injury prevention issues.  For more information, please call Deborah Hogan at 541-330-4029.

Child and Family Program (Program of Deschutes County Mental Health) Outpatient services for families and children ages 0-18 Includes mental health assessment, consultation, skill development, and individual/group/family therapy for children, adolescents, and family members; School Based Family Access Centers offer assessment, consultation, and treatment services for students with emotional or behavioral problems. On-site services may be available at Family Access Network(FAN) Centers; KID’s Center; and Custody Mediation Services. Early Childhood Services offers treatment for families with children ages 0-5 years, including children participating in programs such as Head Start, Healthy Beginnings, and Ready-Set-Go. Offers assessments, play therapy, treatment focused on parent/child relationship. Call 322-7500.

Child Safety Seat Resource for Central Oregon - Provides technical assistance and information for the correct use of child passenger restraints.  1-800-772-1315

Deschutes County Health Department Nursing staff provides advice on necessary immunizations. Immunizations are available from birth through adulthood. Services are not denied due to inability to pay.  Well Child Clinics (ages birth - 18 years) Offers complete physical exams, sick checks, sports physical, and developmental testing. Services are provided by a pediatric nurse practitioner.  Cost: sliding fee scale.  Call 322-7400 for appointments.

Early Childhood Services offers treatment for families with children ages 0-5 years of age, including children participation in programs such as Heat Start, Healthy Beginnings and Ready-Set-Go.  They offer assessments, play therapy, treatment focused on parent/child relationships.  1-541-322-7500.

First Step to Success - County-wide program identifies, intervenes early with kindergarten and first grade children who are having difficulty transitioning into a classroom setting. This program includes both classroom and family involvement.  Referrals are generally made by the educational staff.  Call Marilyn Miller, High Desert Education School District at, 541-923-8939.

Head Start/Oregon Pre-Kindergarten Program, (ages 3-5 years) [Program of COCAAN]  This is a FREE comprehensive program to help children and their families get ready for school through education, health service and family involvement.  This program serves Crook and Deschutes County.  For more information, call 1-541-548-2380, extension 127.

Healthy Beginnings (ages birth - 5 years).  This is a FREE child health and developmental screening program that offers consultations on vision, hearing, speech, cognitive skills, motor skills, nutrition, dental, behavior, safety and preventative health.  Screenings are conducted monthly through Deschutes County.  For more information, call 1-541-383-6357.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support Club).  Support for stay at home mothers. Includes fun activities for mothers and their children. Meets monthly.  Call Debbie 312-2923 Bend or Steff 447-2757 Prineville for dates, times, and locations.

M. O. P. S. (Mothers of Preschoolers) A time for mothers of young children to make new friends and receive a break from preschoolers. Mothers meet with one another, while their children are cared for in the “Moppet” nursery. All groups meet twice monthly, 9:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M., south Bend 2nd and 4th Thursdays, North Bend 2nd and 4th Fridays, Redmond 1st and 3rd Mondays, and Sisters 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Cost: $20 annual fee, and $3-$6 per session. Scholarships are available.  Call Julane 382-9089 Bend south, Tami 315-2177 Bend north, Cera 504-4233 Redmond, and Kim 549-3944 Sisters.

Mountain Star Family Relief Nursery (ages 6 weeks - 3 years).  Offers child abuse prevention program whose goal is to keep children safe, parents successful, and families together. Program supports families with children ages 6 weeks to 3 years who are experiencing high stress. Services include preschool classes twice a week for toddlers, classes for infants once a week, parent support and education, including home visits and parent skills training. Cost: none to eligible families.  Call 322-6820.

Northwest Attachment Parenting is dedicated to creating a community in which parents respond to their children with compassion.  Call 389-2914 for event and workshop dates.  Together for Children enhances the lives of children while strengthening families through parent education, parent/child interaction and community support.  Call 389-9317 or 388-1014 Bend, 536-2906 LaPine, 617-4785 Redmond or 923-0389 Sisters.

Ready*Set*Go! (Newborns).  Program for all families with newborns in Deschutes County. Home Visitors provide support, parent education, resources, and information on child development. Parents receive the latest information and research on how babies’ brains develop and the critical role parents play in supporting and nourishing healthy development. Cost: none.  Call 749-2133.

Shots for Tots Immunization Clinics (ages birth - 18 years) (Deschutes County Immunization Coalition) Clinics held quarterly at various locations on Saturdays from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. for Deschutes County children.  Call Deschutes County Health Dept. 322-7400.

Sparrow Clubs of Central Oregon.  National non-profit organization of school-based clubs that provide financial assistance and support to children who are suffering from either life threatening illnesses or chronic disabilities, and whose families are facing financial hardship because of it. Schools and youth groups are paired with a qualified local child who is facing a medical crisis. Call 1-800-469-8542.

Together For Children (ages birth - 3 years).  Focus on enhancing the lives of children by strengthening families through parent education, parent/child interaction, and community support. Groups run September through June. Includes introductory infant group, weekly parent/child play groups, parenting classes, parent/child lab, family events, home visits, and newsletters. Cost: sliding fee scale; scholarships are available.  Call 389-9317 or 388-1014 Bend, 536-2906 La Pine, 617-4785 Redmond, or 923-0389 Sisters.

Bend Metro Park & Recreation District offers a variety of outdoor adventure and activities for middle schoolers and teens.  Call 389-7275.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Oregon (ages 6 - 15).  Matches youths ages 6-15 with positive adult role models. Each youth is matched with a mentor who provides guidance, support, and friendship for a minimum of one year. Call 312-6047.

Cascade Child Center (ages 6-12 years) is a comprehensive, 5/d week, psychiatric day treatment program for children with severe emotional needs.  Call 548-6166.

Cascade Youth and Family Center (ages 11 - 21 years).  Provides comprehensive programs including family mediation, temporary shelter for runaway and homeless youths ages 11-18 years, crisis intervention, transitional living program, truancy prevention program, street outreach services, and 24-hour Crisis Hotline, and referral information. Call 382-0934 Bend.  24-Hour Hotline 382-0934 or 1-800-660-0934.

Child and Family Program (Program of Deschutes County Mental Health) Outpatient services for families and children ages 0-18.  Includes mental health assessment, consultation, skill development, and individual/group/family therapy for children, adolescents, and family members; School Based Family Access Centers offer assessment, consultation, and treatment services for students with emotional or behavioral problems. On-site services may be available at Family Access Network(FAN) Centers; KID’s Center and Custody Mediation Services. Call 322-7500.  For the 24-hour crisis hotline call 322-7500 Bend from 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P. M., or call 1-888-232-7192 after regular business hours, and Sat. and Sun.

Community Youth Connection.  A membership of youth development organizations working together to better serve youth by increasing and advancing positive youth development opportunities. As part of this effort, member organizations share resources, expertise, and information, and work towards increased coordination and cooperation.  Call 388-8361.

Counselors in Private Practice List.  The High Desert Education Service District (ESD) publishes an annual listing of local counselors in private practice, which includes phone numbers, areas of specialty, and hourly rates.  Call the Family Resource Center 389-5468 to obtain a copy.

Deschutes County Fun After School Together (FAST) Community Learning Centers provide after school and summer enrichment, recreational and academic activities for youths.  For site locations nearest you call Lolly Tweed/High Desert ESD at 923-8900.

Deschutes County Health Department Teen Parent Services.  Nursing visits and guidance provided to pregnant teens and eligible parenting teens. Cost: sliding fee scale. No services denied due to inability to pay. Call 322-7400.

Decisive Parenting.  Six-week class for parents of children ages 10 - 18 years. Parents learn to deal with a variety of teen issues, such as solving problems, arguing, effective discipline, anger, setting age appropriate rules and limits, peer pressure, skipping school, and alcohol and other drug use.

Every Kid Fund (Deschutes Children Foundation) provides at risk kids with scholarships to participate in positive after school activities.  Call 388-3101.

Grandma’s House of Central Oregon, Inc. (ages 12 - 19 years).  Provides safe, nurturing, stable shelter to homeless and/or abused pregnant teens (whether choosing parenting or adoption), and teen mothers with their babies. Assists residents in continuing their education, planning personal goals, and working toward independence. The following workshops are offered to all pregnant and parenting teens (both residents and non-residents):  Childbirth Education for Pregnant Teens and Their Support Persons - Topics include diet, personal responsibility for the health of mothers and their unborn, stages of pregnancy, stages of labor, the birth process, coping skills for labor and birth, and after baby and breastfeeding.  Parenting for Pregnant and Parenting Teens and Their Partner - Topics include developing milestone of growth, having fun with your children, nurturing parent routines, personal power and ways to build positive feelings towards self.
Life Skills for Pregnant and Parenting Teens - Topics include making positive choices, self-sufficiency, higher self-awareness, budgeting, and living independently.  Cost for all three workshops: none.  Call 383-3515 for dates and times.

Heart of Oregon CORPS (ages 14-18 years) offers youth training and employment program which hires and trains at-risk youths in conjunction with schools and agencies in Central Oregon.  Call 322-4815.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support Club).  Support for stay at home mothers. Includes fun activities for mothers and their children. Meets monthly.  Call Debbie 312-2923 Bend or Steff 447-2757 Prineville for dates, times, and locations.

Oregon Safe Net provides confidential answers to health-related questions.  Cost:  none.  Call 1-800-723-3638.

Theft Talk Counseling Service offers counseling and preventative education services for youth who have stolen or who are at risk of offending.  Appropriate for shoplifting, burglary, car theft, vandalism, or those who have stolen from school or home.  Cost:  sliding fee scale.  Call 1-800-888-4338.

Vocational Rehabilitation Division (State of Oregon).  Vocational counseling, evaluation, physical restoration, skills training, and job placements to those with disabilities.
Call 388-6336.

Blue Mountain CC, Pendleton

Central Oregon CC, Bend

Chemeketa CC, Salem

Clackamas CC, Oregon City

Clatsop CC, Astoria

Columbia Gorge CC, The Dalles

High Desert Christian College, Bend

Klamath CC, Klamath Falls

Lane CC, Eugene

Linn-Benton CC, Albany

Mt Hood CC, Gresham

Oregon Coast CC, Newport

Portland CC, Portland

Rogue CC, Grants Pass

Southwestern Oregon CC, Coos Bay

Tillamook Bay CC, Bay City

Treasure Valley CC, Ontario

Umpqua CC, Roseburg

Eastern Oregon University

Oregon Health and Science University

Oregon Institute of Technology

Oregon State University

University of Oregon

Portland State University

Southern Oregon University

Western Oregon University

Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) Provides job seekers, high school students, dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and employers with education, job readiness, and job training programs. COIC is located in the Workforce Connection offices in Bend, La Pine, Madras, Prineville, and Redmond.  Call 389-9661 Bend, 536-5380 La Pine, 475-7118 Madras, 447-3119  Prineville, or 504-2599 Redmond.

The Bend Workforce Connection - education, training, computer skills.  Call 541-389-9661 for more information.

Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) - provides low income individuals, high school drop outs and dislocated workers and homemakers with educational and job training programs.  Call 541-389-9661 Bend; 541-548-8163 Redmond for eligibility requirements and other information.

Goodwill Vocational Services.  Assistance with resume writing, preparation for interviews, and job placement. Information about current job openings. Cost: none to those who are disadvantaged or disabled.  Call Robin Popp 617-8946.

Job Corps - Young adults ages 16-24 with limited job skills and financial resources.  Free academic, vocational, and social skills training in a residential environmental.  Graduates receive job placement services.  Call 541-389-3381 for more information.

JOBS Plus Program - (Oregon Employment Department) - Promotes employability of unemployed and underemployed individuals through on-the-job training.  Provides subsidized wages and employees provide paid training/work positions for a maximum of six months.  Call 541-388-6070 ext. 233 for information.

Oregon Employment Department - Services for those seeking employment, recruitment services for employers, the JOBS Plus program, unemployment insurance and veterans services.  Call 541-388-6070 for more information.

Oregon Employment Department (OED).  Services for those seeking employment, recruitment services for employers, the JOBS Plus program, unemployment insurance, and veterans services.  Call 388-6070.Oregon Employment Department (OED) Services for those seeking employment, recruitment services for employers, the JOBS Plus program, unemployment insurance, and veterans services.  Call 388-6070.

The Redmond Workforce Connection - Education, training and supportive services to both job seekers and employers.  Includes workshops on job search, interview, and job retention skills.  Call 504-2995 for more information.

School-To-Career Education Program - Helps students understand and explore the relationship between school and work and prepares them for future challenges.  Integrates worksite experiences with academic learning.  Centers at each high school.  Call Larry Fenili, Bend La-Pine School District at 541-383-6027 for more information.

Workforce Connections in Bend, La Pine, Madras, Prineville, and Redmond (A partnership of COCC, COIC, DHS, and OED) Education, training (including basic computer skills), and supportive services to both job seekers and employers. Includes workshops on resume writing, job search, interview, and job retention skills, and employer forums.  Call 389-9661 Bend, 536-5380 La Pine, 475-7118 Madras, 447-3119 Prineville, or 504-2955 Redmond.

Alyce Hatch Preschool

312-1941

Bear Creek Elementary

383-6225

Bend High School

383-6036

Buckingham Elementary

322-2838

Cascade Middle School

383-6568

Elk Meadow Elementary

383-6420

High Desert Middle School

383-6484

High Lakes Elementary

322-5180

Jewell Elementary

388-5940

Juniper Elementary

383-6165

La Pine Elem., M.S., & H.S.

536-7886

Lava Ridge Elementary

383-6202

Marshall High School

312-4927

Mt. View High School

322-5412

Pilot Butte Middle School

382-4798

Pine Ridge Elementary

388-5896

Skyview Middle School

322-5224

Summit High School

322-3318

Three Rivers Elementary

593-4291

Becky Johnson Community Center

617-4787

Brown Education Center

923-7230

Evergreen

923-4865

Hugh Hartman Middle School

923-4840

John Tuck

923-4884 ext. 237

Lynch Elementary

548-1109

Obsidian Middle School

923-4900

Redmond High School

504-5653

Terrebonne

923-4856 ext. 231

Tumalo Elementary

330-0440

Vern Patrick Elementary

548-1109

Sisters Community

549-0155

Sisters Elem., M.S., & H.S.

549-0155

Deschutes County Library

Counselors in Private Practice List.  The High Desert Education Service District (ESD) publishes an annual listing of local counselors in private practice, which includes phone numbers, areas of specialty, and hourly rates.  Call the Family Resource Center 389-5468 to obtain a copy.

Deschutes County Mental Health.  Offers three primary comprehensive community mental health programs.  Programs include:

	Adult Treatment Program (322-7500) - Services include Adult Mental Health 322-7500), which offers assessment, individual counseling, group therapy, medication evaluation, and referral services; Outpatient Alcohol/Drug Treatment;  Community Support Services (330-4637) include home visits and family support; Triage Services (322-7500) include screenings, assessments, stabilization services, case management, and 24-hour emergency response; Community Assessment Services (322-7500); and Respite Services (322-7500) which provides a voluntary, 24-hour residential treatment home for those with a mental disorder and/or may be at risk of psychiatric hospitalization.  Child and Family Program (322-7500) - Outpatient services for families and children ages 0-18 Includes mental health assessment, consultation, skill development, and individual/group/family therapy for children, adolescents, and family members; School Based Family Access Centers offer assessment, consultation, and treatment services for students with emotional or behavioral problems. On-site services may be available at Family Access Network(FAN) Centers; KID’s Center
	Developmental Disabilities Program (322-7554) - Services for people of all ages with developmental disabilities and the families that support them. Services include Case Management, Family Support, Foster Care, Crisis Resolution, Lifespan Respite; Regional Training; and Seniors Program.  For the 24-hour crisis hotline call 322-7500 Bend 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M or call 1-888-232-7192 after regular business hours, on Saturday and Sunday.
	Determination Social Center.  Offers services to people in Jefferson County and surrounding areas with mental health issues. Services include pre-employment training, help with job placement and retention, advocacy, and peer support. Also provide meals Monday - Friday 8:00-9:00 A.M. and 12:00-1:00 P.M.  Showers and laundry facilities are also available Call 475-2309 Madras.

Lutheran Community Services NW.  Offer comprehensive services that include mental health counseling services for couples, families, and individuals of all ages, and an alcohol and drug program. Services offered to Crook County residents only.  Cost: sliding fee scale. Call 447-7441 or 447-6270 Prineville.

Classes for Families with Young Children

	Incredible Years.  Ten-week class for parents of children ages 2-8 years. Learn positive communication, support helpful behavior, set clear limits, handle feelings, and change challenging behavior.
	Parenting Now.  Seven-week class for parents of children ages 0-6 years. Learn ways to build fun and healthy connections with children as well as manage stress, know about children’s normal growth, and learn to shape their actions.

Classes for Families with Older Children

	Decisive Parenting.  Six-week class for parents of children ages 10 - 18 years. Parents learn to deal with a variety of teen issues, such as solving problems, arguing, effective discipline, anger, setting age appropriate rules and limits, peer pressure, skipping school, and alcohol and other drug use.
	Guiding Good Choices.  Six-week class for parents of children ages 9-14 years. Learn ways to set family goals, set rules and consequences, and help young people learn to handle anger, increase communication, and be involved in the family.
	Strengthening Families Program.  Seven-week lass for parents and youths ages 10 - 14 years. Youths learn skills to handle peer pressure and build a good future. Parents learn ways to show love and to set age specific limits. Parents and youths work on fun family projects.

Classes for Families with Children of All Ages

	Becoming a Love & Logic Parent.  For parents of children of all ages. Learn the skills to lower your frustration and make parenting fun, while maintaining your child’s self-esteem.  Parents Night Out Support Group Practice your Love & Logic skills, and get answers to specific parenting challenges. Learn from other parents in similar situations. Meets the 1st Tuesday of every month. Registration required.  Call Tim Higdon 389-7586.
	Families in Recovery.  Ongoing program for parents in recovery from alcohol or drug abuse, or parents affected by another’s use. Parents find support and learn skills in handling stress, or other feelings, learning about children’s growth, and guiding children’s behavior.
	Families on the Go.  Ongoing program for parents AND children ages 2-12. For parents and children struggling with day-to-day issues and challenging behaviors.  Parents learn health self-care while finding ways to guide children’s behavior and strengthen family ties.
	Practical Solutions.  Ongoing program for parents AND children ages 3-12. For families struggling with day-to-day issues and hard to manage behaviors.   Parents learn healthy self-care while finding ways to guide children’s actions and strengthen family ties.
	Temperament Talk.  Six-week class for parents of children of all ages. Each of us is born with different ways of preferring to do things. Parenting can be more fun when parents find ways to help each family member manage their preferences (or temperament) in positive ways.
	Young Parents Program.  Ongoing group for teen and young parents that meets on a weekly basis.  Parents discover their strengths, learn about what to expect from their children, develop skills to help young children manage their behavior, and find helpful routines for their children.

For more information, please contact the Family Resource Center at at 389-5468

Trillium Family Service Center.  Located at  63360 Britta St., inside Deschutes County Juvenile Justice Building in Bend. The 12 bed center is a partnership between Trillium a statewide nonprofit mental health provider, and Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties.  The center serve's children ages 1 to 18 with mental illnesses.  Trillium is composed of four campuses: Children's Farm Home, Parry Center for Children, Waverly Children's Home and Central Oregon. Contact: 503-205-3542

Bend La Pine School District

Brothers School District

Crook County School District

High Desert ESD

Jefferson County School District

Redmond School District

Sisters School District

Bend Reading and Speech Clinic - Speech-to-Speech, Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service.  Offers telephone assistance to Oregonians with speech disabilities. Provides human voicers 24 hours a day to anyone who has difficulty being understood by the public on the telephone. Cost: none.  Call 1-877-735-7525.

The Scottish Rites Bend Clinic provides evaluations, treatment and services to pre-school children with speech and language delays or disorders.  Call 389-8201 for an appointment or information.

American Association of Suicidology

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Compassionate Freinds

Deschutes County Suicide Hotline  - 888-232-7192

Deschutes County Mental Health

Incrisis (online youth mental health screening too!)

Suicide Prevention Advocacy Network

Adults with ADD Support Group - Meet the 2nd Tuesday monthly, St. Charles Medical Center (SCMC) Rehab. Conference room, 7:00-8:30 P.M. Free.  Call Catherine Speckman 385-9446 for more information.

ADD/ADHD Parent Group - Call Randi Hansen, Deschutes County Services, 322-7500 for more information.

Alyce Hatch Center.  The following programs are housed at the Center. Call 389-5437 for general information on these services.  Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education Program (EI/ECSE) (ages birth - 5 years) Provides comprehensive evaluation and services to children who have developmental delays or are diagnosed with disabilities or are at risk for developing developmental delays. Services may include speech therapy, O.T., P.T., education, and counseling.  Call 389-5437 Bend and Sisters, 536-2906 La Pine, 475-3770 Madras, 447-7665 Prineville, and 617-4794 Redmond.  For appointments: Tri-County EI/ECSE Evaluation Team Offers Early Childhood evaluations to determine eligibility.  Call 312-1195.  For information and referral:  Special Needs Resource Center (SNRC) (ages birth - 21 years).  Offers information and contacts regarding disabilities, developmental delays, and educational needs of those with special needs. Cost: none.  Call 312-1942.

American Council of the Blind - Spilyay Chapter.  Local chapter of non-profit consumer organization provides resources to help advance the economic, educational, and social interests of blind and visually impaired Oregonians. Includes referrals, and a support and discussion group that meets on the third Saturday of every month, 10:30
A.M. - Noon; sighted individuals welcome to attend. Meetings occasionally
include guest speakers.  Call Brady 330-0715.

Anger Management for Women's Group meets every Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM for 12 weeks.  Call Tess Migdol or Barbara Jordan, Deschutes County Human Services, 322-7500 for more information.

AWAKE (Awake Well and Keeping Energentic) Support Group provides support for people with sleep apnea and other sleep disorders.  Meets 2nd Monday monthly, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, High Desert Sleep Disorders Lab.  Call Terry Surface 383-6905 for more information.

Bend Redmond Asperger Syndrome Support (BRASS) meets monthly at IHOP in Bend from 11AM - 1PM. No reservations are required, and you are welcome to join at any time.  Each of us is responsible for our own food bill with IHOP, but there is no charge for attending our meetings.  For more information contact Linda at 541-420-2870 or OPU@DiskSpaceOnline.net

Brain Injury Support Group.  Meets 2nd Saturday monthly, 10:30 A.M. - noon, SCMC Rehabilitation Conference Room. Cost: None.  Call Amy King 408-7045.

Brain Storm Support Group.  Offers spiritually based emotional and educational support for both the family and friends of people with chemical brain disorders, and those afflicted with the disorders. Meets 3rd Wednesday monthly, 7:00-9:00 P.M., First Presbyterian Church, 230 NE 9th St., Bend.  Call Mary Jarvis 617-9063, Roger Stephan 317-5747, or Dan Klingler 318-8163.

Central Oregon Attention Deficit Disorder (COADD) Parent and Professional Support Group For parents of, and professionals working with, children with ADD/ADHD. Meetings include open discussion and sharing, and may feature guest speakers. Meets in the fall, winter, and spring. Next six meetings: Sep. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, 2003, and Feb. 17, Apr. 20, and May 18, 2004, 6:30 - 8:30 P.M. , Mt. View High School Library. Cost: none.  Call Linda Gross 389-8044.

Central Oregon Eating Disorder Support Group.  For family and friends of persons with eating disorders. Meets 3rd Tuesday monthly, 7:00 P.M., at Summit Assisted Living Center, Conference Room., 127 SE Wilson Ave., Bend. Cost: none.  Call Eileen White 383-3405 or Janyce Vick 617-0082.

Central Oregon Self Help for the Hard of Hearing (CO SHHH) Chapter (Sponsored by CORIL).  Meets to discuss, share, and learn about hard of hearing issues. Open to
hard of hearing people and their family and friends. Meets 2nd Wednesday monthly (except August and September), 6:00-8:00 P.M., SCMC-Bend Rehabilitation Conference Room.  Call Cathy Sanders 388-8103..

Central Oregon Eating Disorders Support Group - Call Eileen White 383-3405 of Janye Vick 617-0082 for more information.

Central Oregon Battering and Rape Alliance (COBRA) - offers support groups, assistance, shelter when available and advocacy.  Call 382-4420 for more information on group meetings. Participation is free.

Community Support Group Coordinator, St. Charles Medical Center.  Provides information on all support groups in the Bend area.  Call 388-7730 for more information on support groups, or to receive a copy of the Support Group Resource Book.

Cross-Disability Support and Social Group (Sponsored by CORIL).  For people with all different kinds of disabilities. Provides the means for sharing information, gaining worthwhile knowledge, and enjoying a good time with friends.  Call Cathy Sanders or Kristi 388-8103.

Disabilities Support Group - La Pine.  People with any disability welcome. Meeting dates, times, and locations will vary.  Call Chris Arndt 536-9008.

Eating Disorders Support Group - Call Nancy Curfman 385-7408 for more information.

Glueten Intolerance Group - Call Lynelle Thomas 389-1731 for dates, times and location.

Families of Kids with Head Injury - Call Amber Turnage 923-4800 or Marty Meyer 548-2565

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support Club).  Support for stay at home mothers. Includes fun activities for mothers and their children. Meets monthly.  Call Debbie 312-2923/Bend or Steff 447-2757/Prineville for dates, times, and locations.

Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (M.O.P.S.) - Bend.  Contact:  389-3436

Redmond M.O.P.S. - The Redmond Mothers of Preschooler's meet the first and third Monday of each month from September-May, unless there is a Holiday or school closure in Redmond.  Our meetings are held at Community Presbyterian Church on 19th St, North of Hartman Middle School from 9:00-11:00AM.  All women with children from birth to six years of age are invited to attend.  For more information, contact Cera Lamken at 504-4233.

Northwest Attachment Parenting.  Dedicated to creating community in which parents are supported in responding to their children with compassion. Provides training to parents wishing to start and/or connect with support groups. Offers parenting and communication workshops and quarterly journal. Call 389-2914 for event and workshop dates.

Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG).  Provides resources, support, a listening ear, and monthly meetings.  Call 317-2334.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Oregon provides a "Home away from home" for families of children receiving medical treatment in the Bend area.  Contact Dan Cochrane at 318-4950 for more information or to make a referral.  We also provide annual grants to children's organizations in Central and Eastern Oregon.  Contact:  Teresa Fehrenbacher at 318-4950 for more information and applications.

Solutions to Depression Support Group.  Provide information and emotional support for people experiencing symptoms of depression. Cost: none.  Call 388-7730 or Katy Elliot 322-2792 Bend.

The Autism Resource Group provides information, current research, presenters on topics of interest, and support for families. Open to anyone wishing to get information, resources, and support about Autism Spectrum Disorder's. Where: The Alyce Hatch Center.  For more information, please contact Heather Hoyt at 312-1942 or Michelle Scellick-Burns at 788-0339.

TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN is a parent/child program for ALL families with children from Birth to 3 years.  Groups meet weekly in Bend, LaPine, Redmond and Sisters.  These programs consist of:  New Baby Groups for 3-11 months and their parents; Primary Groups for 1-3 years and their parents.  Contact:  Edie Jones at 389-9317

Angela Smith
4335 SE 73rd Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97206
503-774-0845
angelcity25@aol.com

Cindy Burke
3227 SW Beach
Lincoln City, Oregon 97367
541-996-2110
robertburk@charter.net

Linda Newland
22980 Donna Lane
Bend, Oregon 97701
541 389 0004
OPU@DiskSpaceOnline.net

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Oregon.  Matches youths in Deschutes County ages 6-15 years with positive adult role models. Each youth in need of quality adult attention is matched with a screened adult mentor who provides consistent guidance and support. Activities include spending time together riding bikes, hiking, ice skating, or just sitting around and talking. Call 312-6047.

Child Welfare Program (was Services to Children and Families).  Offers comprehensive services dedicated to the safety and care of children ages 0 - 17 years. Services include foster care. Foster parents are needed to provide children, who have been abused or neglected, with a safe and supportive temporary home. Call 388-6161 Bend.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are community volunteers to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court.  Volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the Juvenile Justice systems and the special needs of abused and neglected children.  Call 1-541-389-1618.

Department of Human Services Volunteer Services.  Offer volunteer opportunities, and transportation and resources (byreferral) to low income children, families, and seniors. Provide training to assist community members in developing marketable job skills.  Volunteers must pass screening process prior to placement. Call 388-6003 ext. 280.

Family Empowerment Mentor Program provides families with volunteer mentors who offer emotional support, information, education to reduce family stressors and promote the healthy development of children.  Call 1-541-388-9461 Bend or 1-541-548-7018 Redmond.

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers provides services to seniors and any person living with disabilities and their caregivers.  Call 1-541-385-9460 Bend or 1-541-548-7018 Redmond.

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).  Match people 55 and older with volunteer opportunities that use their skills, talents, and interests - at home or in the community. Link volunteers to over 120 agencies with over 400 volunteer opportunities in
Deschutes County. Call 388-7746

Start Making a Reader Today (SMART) Program is a book and reading program for children in Kindergarten to third grade in low income communities.  Volunteers are needed to read with children one hour per week during the school year.  Call 1-541-383-6466.

4-H

548-6088

Bend Metro Park & Recreation District

389-7275

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Oregon

312-6047

Boy Scouts of America

382-4647

Boy’s and Girl’s Club of Central Oregon - Regional Service

548-2840

Camp Fire USA Central Oregon Council

382-4682

Central Oregon Park & Recreation District

548-7275

Girl Scouts, Western Rivers

389-8146

La Pine Kid’s Club

536-7525

One to One Mentoring Program

408-7662

Sisters Organization for Activities and Recreation
(SOAR)

549-2091

Special Olympics

388-3965

Young Life in Central Oregon

388-1036

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Oregon matches youths in Deschutes County ages 6-15 years with positive adult role models. Call 1-541-312-6047.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are community volunteers to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court.  Volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the Juvenile Justice systems and the special needs of abused and neglected children.  Call 1-541-389-1618.

Department of Human Services Volunteer Services provide opportunities, transportation and resources by referral to low income children, families and seniors.  Call 1-541-388-6161 ext. 438.

Family Empowerment Mentor Program provides families with volunteer mentors who offer emotional support, information, education to reduce family stressors and promote the healthy development of children.  Call 1-541-388-9461 Bend or 1-541-548-7018 Redmond.

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers provides services to seniors and any person living with disabilities and their caregivers.  Call 1-541-385-9460 Bend or 1-541-548-7018 Redmond.

Start Making a Reader Today (SMART) Program is a book and reading program for children in Kindergarten to third grade in low income communities.  Volunteers are needed to read with children one hour per week during the school year.  Call 1-541-383-6466.