Description: Since 1954, The Arc Oregon has been serving Oregonians with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As an affiliate of The Arc of the United States, we strive make Oregon a place where individuals experiencing I/DD are included and valued in the community.
At The Arc Oregon, in addition to supporting individuals and families through our programs and services, we advocate for the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live full, productive lives as respected members of our community.
Description: Disability Rights Oregon works to protect individuals against guardianships where there is abuse or neglect. In addition, DRO can intervene when a respondent or protected person’s civil rights are being violated due to the guardianship. DRO receives pleadings in guardianship and conservatorship, which we review to ensure that the civil rights of the respondent/ protected person are being upheld.
Description: The Guardianship, Advocacy and Planning Services (GAPS) program was established in 1978. Today the GAPS Program at The Arc Oregon is the only statewide corporate guardianship program in Oregon. We serve over 120 adults in 17 counties throughout the state as guardian, health care representative and/or advocate.
As a program of The Arc Oregon, GAPS serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families and caregivers throughout the state. The GAPS program exists to help ensure a high quality of life for individuals who need someone to help them advocate on their own behalf and who do not have family or friends to represent them.
As with many non-profit programs, The Arc Oregon faces budget considerations which allows us to accept only 3-4 new clients each year for guardianship services, out of 30 to 40 referrals received. You can read more about our funding considerations on the Fees & Funding page, and you can also help support someone in need by donating to our program today.
Description: Provides a variety of resources for adults with disabilities
Description: Our mission is advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We offer individualized supports, information, and advocacy services for people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities and their families throughout our region, and are committed to discovering new ways of helping them lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, that are full of personal choice and rich in community experiences and relationships.
Description: Autism Empowerment is devoted to promoting a culture of acceptance, enrichment and empowerment in the lives of children, teens, adults and families in the Autism and Asperger communities.
Provides Resources for families, care providers and educators.
Description: To promote the full inclusion of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the life of their community. ALSO is an organization committed to providing residential care, employment services, and supported living to people with developmental challenges. We strive to make the individuals we support feel safe and comfortable in their homes or workplace, but also aim to make those we support be successful every day.
Description: Our mission is to empower Oregon families experiencing disability in their pursuit of a whole life by expanding awareness, growing community, and equipping families.
Description: The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an independent state agency that serves long-term care facility residents through complaint investigation, resolution and advocacy for improvement in resident care. Program staff work with a statewide network of over 180 volunteers who work in their own communities in a variety of roles.