Join Columbia County Mental Health (CCMH) and National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for a walk to promote open discussions and support for mental health. There will be a number of advocates, professionals, and other agency booths at the event to help you learn more about resources in your area. There will also be face painting, henna, a petting zoo, and a costume contest! If you're interested in participating in the walk, register here: https://www.namiwalks.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1818

Join us in person for this quarter's policy oversight group meeting! Contact your personal agent by May 20th to order your lunch if you plan to join us! There will be a virtual option for those who cannot attend in person. All ISN individuals, their families, and their supports are welcome to attend, whether this is your first time, or you join us every time!

Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) is holding their third annual autism walk in Salem. This will be a family-friendly, Autism-friendly event celebrating Autistic people and the Autism community, with proceeds to benefit ASO’s programs in the Salem Area! There will be a number of resource tables, including ISN, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Registration this year is free! To register visit https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/8B5AxxOuTF Registration includes: the Autism Walk; 25+ Resource Tables; Costume Booth; Face Painter; Art Activities; and more! The Walk is a 1/2 mile loop, accessible to all. Fun Starts 10am ~ Walk at 11am ~ Carousel opens at 11am

Free Monthly Cooking Classes for Columbia County DD Community Provided by Columbia Pacific Food Bank and ISN Cooking Instructor: Corey Englehardt When: Second Tuesday of each month 5-7 pm Where: 1421 Columbia Blvd, St. Helens What you will learn:  How to follow recipes  Food safety How to use cooking utensils How to use cooking equipment How to store food properly Cultural cuisine Contact ISN PA Pepsi at placamp@goisn.org to RSVP!