ODHS Legislative Session Updates (Virtual)
2025-06-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The 2025 Oregon Legislative Session is January 21 through June 29. ODHS (Oregon Department of Human Services) will host regular meetings to update the I/DD community.

Dates: January 22, February 12, February 26, March 12, March 26, April 9, April 23, May 14, May 28, June 11 and June 25
Time: Noon to 1 p.m.
To attend: Register in advance using this link. After you register, Zoom will send you a confirmation email. It will have directions to join the meetings.

ODHS wants everyone to feel welcome and safe. They will provide free support for you to participate. This includes American Sign Language, Spanish interpreter and live captioning. For other languages or supports, call 503-945-5811 or email dd.directorsoffice@odhs.oregon.gov. Please submit your request 48 hours before the meeting you will attend.

How to Apply for SSI/SSDI Benefits for Adults Class (Virtual)
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join NW Access Fund for their monthly “Financial How-To’s for People with Disabilities”. Learn how to budget, save, build credit, and protect yourself from fraud—all while keeping your benefits safe.

This class, How to Apply for SSI/SSDI Benefits for Adults, will be held June 17th at 12pm via Zoom. Click here to register. Learn about the difference between SSI and SSDI and get a clear overview of how to apply for these benefits. Leave with tips and strategies to help you throughout the application process.

All classes are virtual and held in a supportive, inclusive environment. ASL interpretation available on request!
Bring your questions! Each class is generally held every 2-3 weeks and led by a financial coach. These classes provide financial education designed to meet the unique needs of people with disabilities. Get tips and strategies on a variety of financial topics and leave with a clear idea of the next steps to take to help you reach your goals.

Coastal Self-Advocacy Meeting (Virtual)
2025-06-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual
Join Sammy’s Place for the NEW Coastal Self-Advocacy zoom meeting! This meeting is every 3rd Tuesday from 4:40-5:30 pm, first time visitors need to register: https://forms.gle/FqSUreWVuD1mwBst5.
This meeting is for individuals and families with IDD.

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-07-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: July 2nd
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Coastal Self-Advocacy Meeting (Virtual)
2025-07-15 16:30 - 17:30
Join Sammy’s Place for the NEW Coastal Self-Advocacy zoom meeting! This is a great opportunity to connect with others and get involved in advocacy in your area. This meeting is every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30-5:30 pm.
Please register by completing the Google Form linked here.
This meeting is for individuals and families with IDD.

Disaster Preparedness for Parents with Disabilities Webinar (Virtual)
2025-07-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
People with disabilities are often excluded from conversations about emergency preparedness. This includes parents with disabilities who need to keep themselves and their children safe during a disaster. Join Brandeis University as they learn from Shari Myers and Melissa Marshall from the Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies. They will discuss emergency preparedness best practices for disabled parents and their families. Shari and Melissa will talk about building a realistic emergency kit, sheltering in place while disabled, and knowing your rights as a disabled person during a disaster. Attendees will also hear from two National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities’ Advisory Board members, Judy Brown and Morénike Giwa-Onaiwu, about their personal experiences with emergency preparedness and disaster response.
They will be providing ASL and Zoom automated captions. For any other accommodations, please contact us at lurie@brandeis.edu as soon as possible. For an optimized user experience, please use a laptop or tablet. If you use a phone, you will only be able to see either the presenter or the ASL interpreter at one time.
Register by following this link.

SPARC Monthly Meeting (Monmouth and Virtual)
2025-07-23 17:30 - 19:30 | PCL Administrative Office, 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
SPARC is a self-advocacy group, with a branch in Monmouth. Everyone is welcome to join! This group meets monthly to hold a potluck and meeting. Each meeting has a different topic, this month will be around OSAC (Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition) and advocacy!
Potluck: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Meeting: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
You can join in person or virtually.
In person: PCL Administrative Office
Virtually via this link!

Assistive Technology Webinar (Virtual)
2025-07-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
Technology Solutions Training for Self-Advocates & Families: Learn about Assistive Technology, Adaptive Devices, and everyday items for independence. Find out about the funding process and more. Bring your questions!WHOSelf-Advocates and People with Developmental DisabilitiesFamilies, Friends, and CaregiversWHENTuesday, July 29, 2025 5:30-7:00-pm (English only session) https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/UUhxqLJ5TgK1FFbaD1Xazw…Wednesday August 20, 2025 5:30-7:00pm (with Spanish interpretation (con interpretación en español)) https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/oxCiYa4pTDCZ7ab71qDzuw…Click the links to register!

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-08-06 12:00 - 13:00
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: August 6th
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Policy Oversight Group (POG) Quarterly Meeting (Virtual)
2025-08-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
August 7, 10am – 12pm
Virtual, via Teams – Contact your PA for the link.
For more information about the Policy Oversight group, visit https://goisn.org/policy-oversight-group/

All Abilities Race (Scappoose and Virtual)
2025-08-16 09:00 - 12:00
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero!
Join Columbia County DD Program for the First Annual All Abilities Race on Saturday, August 16th, at the Scappoose High School Track! This is more than just a race; it’s a chance to support our local Community Developmental Disabilities Program and help create exciting new events and community engagement for their clients.
Hosted by Columbia Community Mental Health, this superhero-themed event is for all ages and abilities. Every step counts!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, August 16Location: Scappoose High School TrackTime: Check-in begins at 9:00 AM, Race starts at 10:00 AM

Choose your challenge! We have both in-person and virtual options:
In-Person Race:
800M: $151600M: $255K: $45Virtual Race:
800M: $101600M: $205K: $35
Ready to lace up your capes? Register today: https://runsignup.com/…/EveryStepCountsAllAbilitiesRace

Coastal Self Advocacy Meeting (Virtual)
2025-08-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual

SPARC Monthly Meeting (Monmouth and Virtual)
2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:30 | PCL Administrative Office, 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
SPARC is a self-advocacy group, with a branch in Monmouth. Everyone is welcome to join! This group meets monthly to hold a potluck and meeting. Each meeting has a different topic, this month will be around affordable housing!
Potluck: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Meeting: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
You can join in person or virtually.
In person: PCL Administrative Office
Virtually via this link!

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: September 3rd
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Coastal Self-Advocacy Group Meeting (Virtual)
2025-09-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual

SPARC Monthly Meeting (Monmouth and Virtual)
2025-09-24 17:30 - 19:30 | PCL Administrative Office, 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
SPARC is a self-advocacy group, with a branch in Monmouth. Everyone is welcome to join! This group meets monthly to hold a potluck and meeting. Each meeting has a different topic, this month will be about universal accessibility!
Potluck: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Meeting: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
You can join in person or virtually.
In person: PCL Administrative Office
Virtually via this link!

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: October 1st
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Emergency Preparedness Training (Virtual)
2025-10-08 17:30 - 19:30
Join Creating Opportunities for a free online Emergency Preparedness Training!
Be ready when it matters most. Learn how to:

Compile and protect important documents
Create a family communication plan
Strengthen your emergency preparedness

Every participating family will receive a fireproof/waterproof portfolio (valued at $25).
Register online here: https://creatingops.org/event/emergency-preparedness-at-home-training-7/

Building Financial Futures Webinar (Virtual)
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! In honor of this, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Commission for the Blind, and Oregon Department of Education are hosting a webinar series to educate the community about disability employment services and celebrate the many workplace successes.
TUESDAY, OCT 14 @ 12 PM – Building Financial Futures: Work and save with Oregon ABLE and EPD
Learn about disability benefits programs that support work and enable savings opportunities: Oregon ABLE Savings Plan and Oregon’s Employed People with Disabilities program.
Presented by Oregon State Treasury, ODHS Aging and People with Disabilities Program, and ODHS Office of Developmental Disabilities Employment Services
Register by clicking here!

Coastal Self-Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting (Virtual)
2025-10-21 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-11-18 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
Join the Coastal Self-Advocacy group for their monthly zoom meet-up! Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month from 1:30pm – 2:30 pm. This is open to individuals and families with I/DD.
Register by clicking here.

Jobs Without Limits Webinar (Virtual)
2025-10-21 14:00 - 15:15 | Virtual
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! In honor of this, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Commission for the Blind, and Oregon Department of Education are hosting a webinar series to educate the community about disability employment services and celebrate the many workplace successes.
TUESDAY, OCT 21 @ 2 PM – Jobs without limits: Changing EPD to help people with disabilities
Join us for a talk about how some rules make people with disabilities choose between keeping their health care or having a job. Learn how changing the Employed Persons with Disabilities (EPD) program can help make things more fair and give people more chances to work and do well.
Presented by Disability Health and Employment Equity Coalition
Register by clicking here!

Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Employment Webinar (Virtual)
2025-10-28 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! In honor of this, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Commission for the Blind, and Oregon Department of Education are hosting a webinar series to educate the community about disability employment services and celebrate the many workplace successes.
TUESDAY, OCT 28 @ 12 PM – Technology, artificial intelligence and employment
Learn about the latest in assistive technology and artificial intelligence and how they can support people with disabilities to be successfully employed.
Presented by Living Opportunities, Community Vision, Oregon Commission for the Blind, and ODHS Office of Developmental Disabilities Employment Services
Register by clicking here!

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
Date: November 5th
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Shelter, Safety & Community Care Webinar (Virtual)
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Join Upstream Access’ Community Storytelling Series Our Preparedness, Our Power: Stories of Individual and Collective Resilience. A three-part storytelling webinar series centering disabled voices in emergency preparedness. Together, we’ll explore evacuation, community resilience, and access to power — what they really mean for survival, equity, and justice. Language Access Provided: ASL, Spanish interpretation, and CART captions in English and Spanish.
Thu, Nov 6 | 12–1:30 pm: Rooted at Home — Shelter, Safety & Community Care
Preparedness is collective, rooted in relationships. Social connection reduces isolation, supports mental well-being, and strengthens response.

Resilience grows through networks of care
Community care = survival
Stories + steps for collective resilience

Contact admin@upstreamaccess.org for additional accommodations.
Register by clicking here!

Únete a la Serie de narración comunitaria de Upstream Access Nuestra preparación, nuestro poder: Historias de resiliencia individual y colectiva Una serie de seminarios web en tres partes que centra las voces de personas con discapacidades en la preparación para emergencias. Juntes, exploraremos la evacuación, la resiliencia comunitaria y el acceso a la energía — lo que realmente significan para la supervivencia, la equidad y la justicia. Acceso lingüístico disponible: lenguaje de señas estadounidense (ASL, por sus siglas en inglés), interpretación al español, subtítulos en vivo (CART) en español y inglés.
Jueves, 6 de noviembre | 12–1:30 p. m. Enraizados en casa — Refugio, seguridad y cuidado comunitario
La preparación es colectiva, enraizada en las relaciones. La conexión social reduce el aislamiento, apoya el bienestar mental y fortalece la respuesta.

La resiliencia crece a través de las redes de cuidado
El cuidado comunitario = supervivencia
Historias + pasos para la resiliencia colectiva

Para solicitar adaptaciones adicionales, escriba a admin@upstreamaccess.org.
Plataforma: Zoom | Registro: https://qrco.de/Upstream

Community Conversations with ODDS (Virtual)
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join ODDS leadership on Zoom to share your feedback and experiences. All are welcome to attend these virtual meetings. Each month will have a different topic or focus. They meet every first Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. No registration required. These events are facilitated by the Partnership and Accessibility Resource Unit.
This month’s topic is: Case Manage​ment Liaison Team
Date: December 3rd
Time: noon to 1 p.m.
How to attend: Use this link to open the Zoom meeting.
They also invite you to send your questions or feedback ahead of time using the feedback form.

You can fill it out in Arabic, English, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Deadline: Please send your questions by 8 a.m. on the Monday before the meeting.
You don’t have to submit a question to attend the meeting. You can also ask new questions during the meeting.
If they can’t answer your question during the meeting, a staff member will get back to you via email.
If you want privacy, you can also ask them to respond by email.

Disability Stories of Tech & Power Webinar (Virtual)
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Join Upstream Access’ Community Storytelling Series Our Preparedness, Our Power: Stories of Individual and Collective Resilience. A three-part storytelling webinar series centering disabled voices in emergency preparedness. Together, we’ll explore evacuation, community resilience, and access to power — what they really mean for survival, equity, and justice. Language Access Provided: ASL, Spanish interpretation, and CART captions in English and Spanish.
Thu, Dec 4 | 12–1:30 pm : Charged for Survival — Disability Stories of Tech & Power
For disabled people, electricity is survival. Outages risk health, dignity, and connection. We’ll share lived experiences, strategies (including solar, batteries, and generators), and call for advocacy.

Electricity is a lifeline
Tools sustain independence
Advocacy for equitable access

Contact admin@upstreamaccess.org for additional accommodations.
Register by clicking here!

Únete a la Serie de narración comunitaria de Upstream Access Nuestra preparación, nuestro poder: Historias de resiliencia individual y colectiva Una serie de seminarios web en tres partes que centra las voces de personas con discapacidades en la preparación para emergencias. Juntes, exploraremos la evacuación, la resiliencia comunitaria y el acceso a la energía — lo que realmente significan para la supervivencia, la equidad y la justicia. Acceso lingüístico disponible: lenguaje de señas estadounidense (ASL, por sus siglas en inglés), interpretación al español, subtítulos en vivo (CART) en español y inglés.
Jueves, 4 de diciembre | 12–1:30 p. m. Cargado para sobrevivir — Historias de discapacidad sobre tecnología y energía
Para las personas discapacitadas, la electricidad es supervivencia. Los apagones ponen en riesgo la salud, la dignidad y la conexión. Compartiremos experiencias vividas, estrategias (incluyendo energía solar, baterías y generadores) y un llamado a la abogacía.

La electricidad es una línea de vida
Las herramientas sostienen la independencia
Abogacía para un acceso equitativo

Para solicitar adaptaciones adicionales, escriba a admin@upstreamaccess.org.
Plataforma: Zoom | Registro: https://qrco.de/Upstream

Caregiver and Family Resource Group Session 2.1
2025-12-08 10:00 - 11:00
December 8 at 10am and December 9 at 4pm
If you’re a caregiver or family member looking to connect, learn, and grow a network, join us! This group will meet quarterly on the second Monday of the month at 10am and the second Tuesday of the month at 4pm. You can find the zoom link, information about the upcoming session, and reminders via our Facebook page and website. This group is open to everyone.
Join Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88629989909?pwd=[REDACTED]
