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Health & Caregiver Resources

Information and Referral Hotline: 2-1-1

24-hour Alzheimer's Support Line: 1-800-272-3900

24-hour Washington County Crisis Line: 503-291-9111

Oregon Senior Loneliness Line: 503-200-1633
Oregon Senior Peer Outreach Line: 1-833-736-4676
Washington County Disability, Aging, and Veterans Services (DAVS): 1-855-673-2372

Alzheimer's Association- Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter - Help, support, and research information. 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900.

AlzheimerSupport.com - search for alzheimer, dementia and memory care facilities by zipcode, city or county.

Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) - Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is the most common form of dementia for people under 60. FTD is a brain disorder that impacts behavior, personality, language, and/or movement, while leaving memory relatively preservied.

Behavioral Health Services in Washington County - Lobby is open to the public weekdays from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Community members are urged to continue accessing county services through telephone, email or our website. Documents may be placed in the drop box or mailed to 5240 N.E. Elam Young Parkway, Suite 150, MS 70, Hillsboro, OR 97124. Please contact us through this form or call 503-846-4528 for assistance.

Better Health While Aging - Leslie Kernisan, MD) - Helpful tips about living as or with an older adult.

Caregiver Education Videos - Free online education for those who care for older adults. mmLearn.org's mission is to improve the quality of care and the quality of life of older adults by providing family caregivers, pastoral care providers and healthcare professionals, training and education based on evidence and best practices, using progressive technology and other advanced delivery methods. Click on Caregiver Videos and select the category you want to view available videos.

Family Caregiver Support Program which is under Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services provides help to unpaid family and friends who care for an older adult at home, and those caring for a person of any age who has Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. These are some of the services that are available: support groups, counseling, training, and short-term respite, plus access to durable medical equipment. For more information, call 503-846-3060 or send an email to familycaregiversupport@washingtoncountyor.gov.

Oregon Care Partners - Supporting Oregon caregivers with free high-quality education.

Oregon Homecare Commission provides registry and referrals of homecare workers for consumers who employ homecare workers. For assistance, call 1-877-867-0077 and select option 1.

Our Place Social Center - provides day-care activities for seniors, the disabled and memory impaired individuals. Contact at 503-336-0229.

Pacific EyeClinics - provides low-cost eye exams. The clinics are operated by the Pacific University College of Optometry.

222 SE 8th Ave, Ste 110, Hillsboro, 97123
2221 Pacific Ave, Forest Grove, 97116
1151 N Adair, Ste 104, Cornelius 97113

Pacific Dental Hygiene Clinic - Low-cost dental hygiene services at the Pacific Dental Hygiene Clinic in downtown Hillsboro. The clinic is operated by the Pacific University School of Dental Hygiene Studies. They offer dental exams, routine and non-surgical periodontal cleanings, x-rays, sealants and fluoride treatments. Call for information and appointments 503-352-7373. Flexible payment plans are available.

Parkinson's Resources - Provides support, education, and activies for those living with Parkinson's in the Pacific Northwest. Contact at 800-426-6806.

VA Caregiver Support - Learn about resources that may be available to the caregiver and the veteran. Call 1-855-260-3274 to reach the VA Caregiver Support Line.