Parenting and Family

Parenting and Family

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1. Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples Guide

   Estate planning can present unique considerations for same-sex couples, especially when it comes to protecting shared assets, ensuring partners are legally recognized in decision-making, and planning for long-term financial security. To help address these challenges, we’ve created a comprehensive guide that walks through important estate planning steps, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical strategies for same-sex couples looking to secure their future. Provided by Evans & Davis Attorney

2. Child Care Resource & Referral of Washington County

   Training, professional development opportunities, and coaching to anyone involved in early childhood education.

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   The Assistance League

   Nonprofit specific to children's needs. includes programs and a thrift shop

4. Saint Child

   Serves young women, 18 and older, who are in need of support during their pregnancy.

5. Safe Families for Children

   A network of volunteer host families that provide parents with a respite home where they can safely place children in times of crisis.

6. Pregnancy Resource Center

   No fee. Christian-based organization for women, teens. and families who are unprepared for pregnancy.

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   PDX Parent

   Provides news, tips, and many kid and family-friendly events

8. Parents Anonymous of Oregon

   No cost parent support groups available to anyone in a parenting role.

9. Parent Helpline

   Trained volunteers listen to parents' concerns, offer support, help problem solve, and give referrals.

10. Parent Child Preschools Organization

    Referrals to cooperative preschools, in which parents participate in the operation of the preschool.

11. Oregon Department of Education Early Learning Division

    Filter search options to find child care and preschool programs.

12. Open Adoption and Family Services

    Program provides lifelong services to clients. Counselors on-call 24/7.

13. Northwest Children's Outreach

    Christian nonprofit providing clothes + neccessities for children 0-5 years old

14. National Parent Helpline

    Emotional support from a trained advocate

15. Car Seat Safety

    Certified Child Passenger Safety technicians provide free safety seat clinics.

16. Morrison Child and Family Services

    A wide array of culturally responsive and trauma-informed programs for families

17. Early Learning Division of the Department of Education

    Call to report possible child abuse that has taken place in a licensed childcare facility, to check compliance and complaint history, and to check criminal history registry.

18. Familias en Accion (Families in Action)

    Promotes holistic family well-being for Latine communities.

19. Early Intervention

    Special services to 0-5 year old children who are disabled or neurodiverse