Social Work Month: Celebrating Compassion + Action
Learn more about the critical role of social workers as we celebrate the profession this National Social Work Month.
Meet Ben Jones, Maintenance Tech
Ben Jones works out of all of LifeWorks NW’s locations, traveling between the sites doing anything from filling potholes to making sure the heat is working. “I fix whatever problems occur,” Ben says. His …
What are ‘wraparound services’?
“Wraparound services” is a term you may see a lot in behavioral health care. It first emerged in the late 1970s and has grown in popularity in recent decades. But …
Celebrate Black History Month 2025 in Portland
Join us in commemorating Black History Month this February. This year’s theme is “African Americans and Labor.”
Lunar New Year celebrations in and around Portland
Every year, the first day of Lunar New Year is the second new moon after the Winter Solstice, celebrating the arrival of spring.
Public health and the rise of high-intensity drinking
New Year’s Eve is often associated with raising a glass – traditionally a glass of champagne. For many, it doesn’t stop with a toast of bubbly as the year comes …
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Healing in community
Research shows strong social connections promote mental and physical health. Loneliness is more than just a bad feeling; it can be as bad for you as smoking. In 2023, the …
Back to school blues
The return to regimented school schedules, social pressure, and academic worries can all add up to a very stressful time for families. It can be even more challenging for the …
Sunny skies, warm weather lead to ‘summer blues’ for some with Seasonal Affective Disorder
For those who suffer from the less common form of Seasonal Affective Disorder, the summer months can be difficult. Symptoms can include insomnia, feelings of anger or sadness, and even …