Health and Human Services News

Several organizations are opening their doors or extending hours of operation to help people stay safe and cool over the next few days.

On Tuesday, August 23, 2016, Neighborhood Health Center is hosting a health expo outside of their Hillsboro clinic location, 266 W. Main Street. The event, which takes place from 4-7 p.m., is geared toward those 24 and under.

This educational series is designed to help unpaid family caregivers take care of themselves while they are caring for a relative or friend with a chronic illness.

Telephone lines are down at Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter and Washington County Animal Services. Community is asked to use email to communicate until it's resolved.

In addition to conducting targeted focus groups at senior centers and meal sites around the county, DAVS has created an online survey.

The mental health urgent care center will be a supportive place where adults and youth, including those in crisis, can receive care and assistance in accessing ongoing treatment and other helpful resources.

Registration is now open for several workshops that address reducing access to lethal means ― such as firearms or prescription medications ― for those at risk for suicide.

At their annual conference in Portland last week, the Association of Oregon Recyclers awarded its Recycler of the Year award in the education and promotion program category to the “Eat Smart, Waste Less Challenge.”

Washington County Public Health is reminding people to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, such as heat cramps, heat stroke and heat exhaustion.

The ceremony takes place at 2 p.m. on May 30 at the Veterans Memorial Gateway in Hillsboro.