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United Way of Deschutes County Community Partners
We are committed to partnering with agencies that provide effective human service programs that respond to community needs, as determined by our volunteer Community Impact Review Committee. Each year the committee reviews our partner programs, outcomes and alignment with the community priorities of Deschutes County.

Meeting Basic Needs	Keeping Families Safe From Violence and Abuse
C.O. COUNCIL ON AGING (COCOA) (541) 548-8817 Meals on Wheels 382-3008 www.councilonaging.org Services include Meals on Wheels, Case Management, Dial-a-Ride, Congregate Meals and others that support independence and enhance the lives of senior citizens in the Bend area. *C.O.* *RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (CORIL)* (541) 388-8103 www.coril.org Programs to challenge and promote self-reliance and independence for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities. *FRIENDS IN SERVICE TO HUMANITY (FISH)* (541) *548-5818* Provides emergency food for people in need. LATINO COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (541) 382-4366 www.latinocommunityassociation.org Information & referral and translation services to help educate and assist Latino families in becoming more self sufficient. **NEIGHBORIMPACT(541) 548-2380 Bend Emergency Services 617-7291 Food Program** 548-2380 x108 www.neighborimpact.org Bend Emergency Services provides support and social services to individuals and families based upon need to prevent utility shut-offs and evictions. NeighborImpact Food Program coordinates a network of 30 local agencies who distribute food through a variety of programs. RED CROSS, Oregon Mountain River chapter (541) 382-2142 www.mountainriver.redcross.org Programs to help people avoid, prepare for, and cope with emergencies. Services include disaster preparedness, safety, health and emergency relief. THE SALVATION ARMY, DESCHUTES COUNTY (541) 389-8888 www.salvationarmyusa.org Provides emergency assistance to homeless families and individuals, Christmas relief, hospital/nursing home visitation, and summer camp for disadvantaged children.	C.O. BATTERING & RAPE ALLIANCE (COBRA) (541) 382-9227 *www.cobra-dvsa.org* Provides emergency shelter and follow-up services, direct advocacy and emotional support for Bend-area victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. *CASA OF CENTRAL OREGON* (541) 389-1618 www.nationalcasa.org provides a voice in court for Deschutes County children ages 0-18 who have been removed from their homes because of abuse and neglect. HospiceCenter Bend-LaPine (541) 383-3910 *www.hospicebendlapine.org* Provides physical, psychological and spiritual support to the terminally ill patient and his/her family. *HOSPICE OF REDMOND AND SISTERS* (541) 548-7483 www.redmondhospice.org Committed to enhancing the quality of life for terminally ill patients and their families by providing the highest level of compassionate, comprehensive care, including bereavement support for the community. *INTERFAITH VOLUNTEER CAREGIVERS (541)* 548-7018 www.ivctricounty.org Helping enhance independence, dignity and quality of life by helping people remain independent in their homes. KIDS CENTER (541) 383-5958 *www.kidscenter.info* Provides medical assessments, advocacy and therapy to child abuse victims in a child-friendly setting. UNITED SENIOR CITIZENS OF BEND (541) 388-1133 *www.bendparksandrec.org/Senior_Center/* Coordinates and provides space for programs which serve the needs of senior citizens through the Senior Center.
Keeping Youth on Track for Success	Getting Kids off to a Great Start in Life
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL OREGON (541) 548-2840 Bend Club: (541) 617-2877 La Pine Club: (541) 536-5110 www.bgcco.com A youth development organization dedicated to providing services for children to develop to their full potential in a safe, positive environment after school and during the summer. BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA- Fremont District (541) 382-4647 *www.craterlakecouncil.org* Programs to instill values in citizenship, character, respect, service to others, and leadership. CAMP FIRE USA- Central Oregon Council (541) 382-4682 *www.campfireusaco.org* Provides co-educational programs to teach self confidence, self-reliance, personal safety and citizenship through club programs, day camps and self-reliance courses. CASCADE YOUTH & FAMILY CENTER (800) 660-0934 Cascade Youth & Family Center Provides emergency shelter for homeless and throw-away youth. Works to reunite youth with their families, strengthen family relationships, encourage stable living conditions for youth, and supports youth in choosing constructive courses of action toward education and employment. GIRL SCOUTS- Western River Council (541) 389-8146 www.wrgirlscouts.org Troop programs, camp opportunities and other programs that build character, patriotism and community service. Programs address issues of self-reliance, personal safety and emergencies for Bend area girls. RED CROSS- Oregon Mountain River Chapter (541) 382-2142 www.mountainriver.redcross.org Programs to help people avoid, prepare for, and cope with emergencies. Services include disaster preparedness, safety, health and emergency relief, and training for youth.	*C.O.* FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (541) 389-5468 www.frconline.org Provides families opportunities to strengthen parenting skills, access support networks, and contribute to development of healthy families through a warmline, forums, classes, and other resources. GRANDMA'S HOUSE of CENTRAL OREGON (541) 383-3515 *www.grandmashouseofbend.com* Provides a safe, nurturing environment for homeless, pregnant teens. Provides emotional and psychological support, parenting skills, prenatal and postnatal care, and life skills training. *HEALTHY BEGINNINGS* (541) 383-6357 www.healthybeginning.org Provides families with accessible, free health and development screenings for their young children. HEALTHYSTART (541) 322-7400 *HealthyStart* Prenatal health care clinic and educational services for low-income women.