Changing Directions / Life Planning, COCC - Life planning class, Life Transitions II, support group and workshops.  Call 383-7589 or 383-75800 for more information.

Competivtive Edge - Preparing students for the SAT, 731 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, OR  541-383-2316

Deschutes County Extension Services offers educational programs in nutrition, food safety, food preservation, home financial management, child and family Development, parenting, etc.  Call 548-6088 ext. 18 for more information.

Kuman Math & Reading Center - 1005 NW Galveston, Bend, OR  541-322-6284

Slyvan Learning Center - 2150 NE Studio RD, Bend, OR, 541-389-9252

The PLAN Adoption Agency (Plan Loving Adoptions Now) is a 30 year old, private, non profit, Christian agency that provides 24 hours a day access, statewide, to families facing an unplanned pregnancy. Crisis counselors are located in communities all over the State.   Lynda Merrill's job as a crisis counselor for the Agency, is to be available to immediately meet with birth parents in Central Oregon to provide free, non-judgmental help for them to look at their options.  Lynda has worked in this field for 28 years in Bend, the last 20 with PLAN and can be contacted at Lynda11842@aol.com or 541-389-1820

AS Children for Adoption - The gift of life and love starts with all of us, as it takes a community to raise a child in our current times.  Please take a moment and visit the Northwest Adoption Exchange to see "special" children just waiting to be loved and accepted.  Offering these kids a home and opening your heart is one of the greatest reward's you can do in your life time. 

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Help Line 1-800-949-4232.

Child Support Helpline provides advise legal assistance to low-income parents.  Call 1-800-383-1222 for more information.

Community Dispute Resolution Program.  Provides alternative dispute resolution services and education on conflict management. Mediation provided for disputes including: neighborhood, family, job, consumer, landlord/tenant (including manufactured dwelling parks), land use, school, and financial issues. Education and training in communication skills, conflict management, and negotiation available to individuals, groups, businesses, youths, and adults. Facilitation provided for meetings and seminars. Do not offer counseling or legal advice. Cost: sliding fee scale. Call 383-0187.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).  Community volunteers appointed by a judge to represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. Volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the Juvenile Justice
system, and the special needs of abused and neglected children.  Call 389-1618.

Deschutes County District Attorney's Office - Community Crime Prevention - call Andrea Shartel, Deputy District Attorney, 330-4694 for more information.

Deschutes County District Attorney's Office - Victim Assistance for support, advocates.  Call 388-6525 Bend or 617-4789 Redmond for more information.

Division of Child Support, Department of Justice - call 388-6141 Bend or 1-800-850-0228 for more information.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon provides low income families in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties with legal advise in civil cases.  Call 1-800-678-6944 or 385-6944 for more information.

Oregon SafeNet.  Provides health information, referral, and advocacy statewide.  Call 1-800-723-3638.

Oregon State Bar

	Tel-Law Tape Library (1-800-452-4776) - is a collection of tape recorded messages on various topics. List of topics can be obtained from the Oregon State Bar, P.O. Box 1689, Lake Oswego , OR 97035.
	Lawyer Referral Service/Modest Means (1-800-452-7636) - Provides individuals with the name of an attorney in their community. Modest Means makes referrals to lawyers who provide reduced-fee legal services (on some cases), to those who meet eligibility guidelines. Cost: $35 fee for first meeting.
	Legal Information Pamphlets, and Speakers Bureau (1-800-452-8260).  Call numbers in parentheses for more information, or to request free legal information pamphlets/booklets.

Oregon Disabilities Commission.  Offers mediation, advocacy, and information and referral for people of all ages with disabilities, including the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Program.  Call 1-503-378-3142 or 1-800-358-3117. www.odc.state.or.us

Partners in Education Representing Kids with Special Needs (PERKS) - Provides parents of students in Central Oregon school districts with assistance with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), resources and information about student rights, and conflict resolution. Call Sandy Affonso 549-6335.

Bend Metro Park & Recreation Center - Offers a wide range of year round youth and adult programs.  Call 389-7275 for more information or to obtain a current catalog.

Central Oregon Community Action Agency Network (COCAAN)

Central Oregon Regional Services for children with disabilities including hearing, vision, orthopedic impairments, augmentative communication and autism.  Services include evaluation, Individual Family Service Plan, consultation, equipment and materials.  CORP serves families in Deschutes, Crook, Gilliam, Harney, Jefferson, Sherman and Wheeler Counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.  Call 383-6345 for more information.

Central Oregon Resources for Independent Living (CORIL) - Family support; recreational and vocational activities. 541-388-8103 for information

Deschutes County Commission on Families and Children

Developmental Disabilities

Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education Program (ages birth - 5 years) for children who have or at risk of having disabilities.  Provides evaluation and services to eligible family members.  Call 388-6353 for more information.

Family Access Network (FAN)

Family Assistance Fund (ages birth - 5 years) offers limited financial support to families who care for children with developmental delays or disabilities.  Contact Jenny Jacox, Rising Stars Alliance, 317-0543 for more information.

Family Resource Center

Life Respite Care (Service of Developmental Disabilities Program, Deschutes County Mental Health) provides information, referrals to families caring for a special needs person.  Call Terri at 322-7554 for more information.

The Counseling Center of Central Oregon - provides low cost individual and group counseling for women and teens affected by sexual, physical or emotional abuse.  Call Robin 389-7960 for more information and group schedules.

The Kids Center provides medical evaluation and therapy treatment for children who have been sexually, physically or emotionally abused or who have witnessed domestic violence.  Call 383-5958 for more information.

Amity Creek

Highlands Magnet School - A Scottish Storyline Community

Westside Magnet School

Marshall High School - (541) 383-6580, 1291 NE 5th St, Bend, OR 97701

Rimrock Academy

Sagewalk - The Wilderness School

Bend Metro and Park Recreation District (ages 18 months - 5 years) - Offers a variety of classes that include learning songs and listening to stories while exploring with craft materials, creative play art, and parent/child "no cook" cooking adventures.  Call 541-389-7275.

Central Oregon SAFEKIDS - offers car seat inspections, information, referrals and help with reduced price seats.  They also offer parents educational programs for the prevention of children's accidental injuries and information on traffic, gun, water, fire safety and other children's injury prevention issues.  For more information, please call Deborah Hogan at 541-330-4029.

Child and Family Program (Program of Deschutes County Mental Health) Outpatient services for families and children ages 0-18 Includes mental health assessment, consultation, skill development, and individual/group/family therapy for children, adolescents, and family members; School Based Family Access Centers offer assessment, consultation, and treatment services for students with emotional or behavioral problems. On-site services may be available at Family Access Network(FAN) Centers; KID’s Center; and Custody Mediation Services. Early Childhood Services offers treatment for families with children ages 0-5 years, including children participating in programs such as Head Start, Healthy Beginnings, and Ready-Set-Go. Offers assessments, play therapy, treatment focused on parent/child relationship. Call 322-7500.

Child Safety Seat Resource for Central Oregon - Provides technical assistance and information for the correct use of child passenger restraints.  1-800-772-1315

Deschutes County Health Department Nursing staff provides advice on necessary immunizations. Immunizations are available from birth through adulthood. Services are not denied due to inability to pay.  Well Child Clinics (ages birth - 18 years) Offers complete physical exams, sick checks, sports physical, and developmental testing. Services are provided by a pediatric nurse practitioner.  Cost: sliding fee scale.  Call 322-7400 for appointments.

Early Childhood Services offers treatment for families with children ages 0-5 years of age, including children participation in programs such as Heat Start, Healthy Beginnings and Ready-Set-Go.  They offer assessments, play therapy, treatment focused on parent/child relationships.  1-541-322-7500.

First Step to Success - County-wide program identifies, intervenes early with kindergarten and first grade children who are having difficulty transitioning into a classroom setting. This program includes both classroom and family involvement.  Referrals are generally made by the educational staff.  Call Marilyn Miller, High Desert Education School District at, 541-923-8939.

Head Start/Oregon Pre-Kindergarten Program, (ages 3-5 years) [Program of COCAAN]  This is a FREE comprehensive program to help children and their families get ready for school through education, health service and family involvement.  This program serves Crook and Deschutes County.  For more information, call 1-541-548-2380, extension 127.

Healthy Beginnings (ages birth - 5 years).  This is a FREE child health and developmental screening program that offers consultations on vision, hearing, speech, cognitive skills, motor skills, nutrition, dental, behavior, safety and preventative health.  Screenings are conducted monthly through Deschutes County.  For more information, call 1-541-383-6357.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support Club).  Support for stay at home mothers. Includes fun activities for mothers and their children. Meets monthly.  Call Debbie 312-2923 Bend or Steff 447-2757 Prineville for dates, times, and locations.

M. O. P. S. (Mothers of Preschoolers) A time for mothers of young children to make new friends and receive a break from preschoolers. Mothers meet with one another, while their children are cared for in the “Moppet” nursery. All groups meet twice monthly, 9:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M., south Bend 2nd and 4th Thursdays, North Bend 2nd and 4th Fridays, Redmond 1st and 3rd Mondays, and Sisters 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Cost: $20 annual fee, and $3-$6 per session. Scholarships are available.  Call Julane 382-9089 Bend south, Tami 315-2177 Bend north, Cera 504-4233 Redmond, and Kim 549-3944 Sisters.

Mountain Star Family Relief Nursery (ages 6 weeks - 3 years).  Offers child abuse prevention program whose goal is to keep children safe, parents successful, and families together. Program supports families with children ages 6 weeks to 3 years who are experiencing high stress. Services include preschool classes twice a week for toddlers, classes for infants once a week, parent support and education, including home visits and parent skills training. Cost: none to eligible families.  Call 322-6820.

Northwest Attachment Parenting is dedicated to creating a community in which parents respond to their children with compassion.  Call 389-2914 for event and workshop dates.  Together for Children enhances the lives of children while strengthening families through parent education, parent/child interaction and community support.  Call 389-9317 or 388-1014 Bend, 536-2906 LaPine, 617-4785 Redmond or 923-0389 Sisters.

Ready*Set*Go! (Newborns).  Program for all families with newborns in Deschutes County. Home Visitors provide support, parent education, resources, and information on child development. Parents receive the latest information and research on how babies’ brains develop and the critical role parents play in supporting and nourishing healthy development. Cost: none.  Call 749-2133.

Shots for Tots Immunization Clinics (ages birth - 18 years) (Deschutes County Immunization Coalition) Clinics held quarterly at various locations on Saturdays from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. for Deschutes County children.  Call Deschutes County Health Dept. 322-7400.

Sparrow Clubs of Central Oregon.  National non-profit organization of school-based clubs that provide financial assistance and support to children who are suffering from either life threatening illnesses or chronic disabilities, and whose families are facing financial hardship because of it. Schools and youth groups are paired with a qualified local child who is facing a medical crisis. Call 1-800-469-8542.

Together For Children (ages birth - 3 years).  Focus on enhancing the lives of children by strengthening families through parent education, parent/child interaction, and community support. Groups run September through June. Includes introductory infant group, weekly parent/child play groups, parenting classes, parent/child lab, family events, home visits, and newsletters. Cost: sliding fee scale; scholarships are available.  Call 389-9317 or 388-1014 Bend, 536-2906 La Pine, 617-4785 Redmond, or 923-0389 Sisters.

Bend Metro Park & Recreation District offers a variety of outdoor adventure and activities for middle schoolers and teens.  Call 389-7275.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Oregon (ages 6 - 15).  Matches youths ages 6-15 with positive adult role models. Each youth is matched with a mentor who provides guidance, support, and friendship for a minimum of one year. Call 312-6047.

Cascade Child Center (ages 6-12 years) is a comprehensive, 5/d week, psychiatric day treatment program for children with severe emotional needs.  Call 548-6166.

Cascade Youth and Family Center (ages 11 - 21 years).  Provides comprehensive programs including family mediation, temporary shelter for runaway and homeless youths ages 11-18 years, crisis intervention, transitional living program, truancy prevention program, street outreach services, and 24-hour Crisis Hotline, and referral information. Call 382-0934 Bend.  24-Hour Hotline 382-0934 or 1-800-660-0934.

Child and Family Program (Program of Deschutes County Mental Health) Outpatient services for families and children ages 0-18.  Includes mental health assessment, consultation, skill development, and individual/group/family therapy for children, adolescents, and family members; School Based Family Access Centers offer assessment, consultation, and treatment services for students with emotional or behavioral problems. On-site services may be available at Family Access Network(FAN) Centers; KID’s Center and Custody Mediation Services. Call 322-7500.  For the 24-hour crisis hotline call 322-7500 Bend from 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P. M., or call 1-888-232-7192 after regular business hours, and Sat. and Sun.

Community Youth Connection.  A membership of youth development organizations working together to better serve youth by increasing and advancing positive youth development opportunities. As part of this effort, member organizations share resources, expertise, and information, and work towards increased coordination and cooperation.  Call 388-8361.

Counselors in Private Practice List.  The High Desert Education Service District (ESD) publishes an annual listing of local counselors in private practice, which includes phone numbers, areas of specialty, and hourly rates.  Call the Family Resource Center 389-5468 to obtain a copy.

Deschutes County Fun After School Together (FAST) Community Learning Centers provide after school and summer enrichment, recreational and academic activities for youths.  For site locations nearest you call Lolly Tweed/High Desert ESD at 923-8900.

Deschutes County Health Department Teen Parent Services.  Nursing visits and guidance provided to pregnant teens and eligible parenting teens. Cost: sliding fee scale. No services denied due to inability to pay. Call 322-7400.

Decisive Parenting.  Six-week class for parents of children ages 10 - 18 years. Parents learn to deal with a variety of teen issues, such as solving problems, arguing, effective discipline, anger, setting age appropriate rules and limits, peer pressure, skipping school, and alcohol and other drug use.

Every Kid Fund (Deschutes Children Foundation) provides at risk kids with scholarships to participate in positive after school activities.  Call 388-3101.

Grandma’s House of Central Oregon, Inc. (ages 12 - 19 years).  Provides safe, nurturing, stable shelter to homeless and/or abused pregnant teens (whether choosing parenting or adoption), and teen mothers with their babies. Assists residents in continuing their education, planning personal goals, and working toward independence. The following workshops are offered to all pregnant and parenting teens (both residents and non-residents):  Childbirth Education for Pregnant Teens and Their Support Persons - Topics include diet, personal responsibility for the health of mothers and their unborn, stages of pregnancy, stages of labor, the birth process, coping skills for labor and birth, and after baby and breastfeeding.  Parenting for Pregnant and Parenting Teens and Their Partner - Topics include developing milestone of growth, having fun with your children, nurturing parent routines, personal power and ways to build positive feelings towards self.
Life Skills for Pregnant and Parenting Teens - Topics include making positive choices, self-sufficiency, higher self-awareness, budgeting, and living independently.  Cost for all three workshops: none.  Call 383-3515 for dates and times.

Heart of Oregon CORPS (ages 14-18 years) offers youth training and employment program which hires and trains at-risk youths in conjunction with schools and agencies in Central Oregon.  Call 322-4815.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support Club).  Support for stay at home mothers. Includes fun activities for mothers and their children. Meets monthly.  Call Debbie 312-2923 Bend or Steff 447-2757 Prineville for dates, times, and locations.

Oregon Safe Net provides confidential answers to health-related questions.  Cost:  none.  Call 1-800-723-3638.

Theft Talk Counseling Service offers counseling and preventative education services for youth who have stolen or who are at risk of offending.  Appropriate for shoplifting, burglary, car theft, vandalism, or those who have stolen from school or home.  Cost:  sliding fee scale.  Call 1-800-888-4338.

Vocational Rehabilitation Division (State of Oregon).  Vocational counseling, evaluation, physical restoration, skills training, and job placements to those with disabilities.
Call 388-6336.

Blue Mountain CC, Pendleton

Central Oregon CC, Bend

Chemeketa CC, Salem

Clackamas CC, Oregon City

Clatsop CC, Astoria

Columbia Gorge CC, The Dalles

High Desert Christian College, Bend

Klamath CC, Klamath Falls

Lane CC, Eugene

Linn-Benton CC, Albany

Mt Hood CC, Gresham

Oregon Coast CC, Newport

Portland CC, Portland

Rogue CC, Grants Pass