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Physicians
707 SW Gaines St.
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 494-7814
Location: Marquam Hill Campus, CDRC.
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One of the few clinics of its kind in the US that
treats individuals who cannot use speech or
writing for communication. Innovative technology
for communication disorders due to stroke, MS, ALS, movement
disorders, mental retardation or autism.
Pediatrics - Neurology
NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES
INSTITUTE BUILDING
OHSU'S WEST CAMPUS IN HILLSBORO
505 N.W. 185th Ave.,
Beaverton, OR
NSI research will help benefit patients with the following diseases and health problems: Huntington's disease find an OHSU doctor or clinic near you
East Portland Neurology
Clinic, PC
Dr. Robert Crumpacker
Dr.
Howard Taylor
Dr. Panna Shah
10000 S.E. Main St., Ste 307
Portland, OR 97216
Phone: 503.256.3034
Fax: 503.256.3055
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Marquam Hill Campus
Outpatient Clinic Building
3rd floor
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 494-6976
Hours: Thursday mornings
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Doctors:
The Behavioral Neurology clinic sees patients
who have disorders of higher cortical function
secondary to brain disease. The syndromes
evaluated include aphasias, apraxias, agnosias,
disorders of attention and memory and frontal lobe syndromes.
The disorders may be secondary to a wide variety of medical or neurological conditions ranging from inherited disorders to medical illnesses, including
degenerative brain diseases and focal brain lesions.
Oregon Psychological Association
147
SE 102nd
Portland, OR 97216
Phone:
503.253.9155 or
Genetic Testing
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of NW
10220 SE Sunnyside Road
Clackamas,
OR 97015-9309
Contact Genetic Counselor:
Laura Rivas, Cheryl Miranda,
Roberta Foxley, Jessica Kushner,
Angella Holt and Kate Dietrich
Phone: (503) 571-5827
Fax:
(503) 571-2772
Oregon Health Sciences University
CDRC
Genetics
P.O. Box 574
Portland, OR 97207
Contact: Karen Kovak, MS,
Genetic Counselor
Phone: (503) 494-8307
Fax: (503) 494-2786
Also does: preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)
ALF-Nursing Homes
HD Experienced
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State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
OregonState Long-Term
Care Ombudsman
3855 Wolverine NE, Suite 6
Salem, OR 97310
Phone: (503) 378-6533
FAX:
(503) 373-0852
Misc. State Support
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Oregon Cares toll-free number with your questions about your caregiving situation.
1(866)219-7218
CaregivingExplore the many issues facing caregivers today. Learn how to communicate
about caregiving issues and how to avoid caregiver burnout. Find out how to recognize signs of elder abuse, where you can
receive training to expand your caregiving skills and how to locate respite care and related support.
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Residential Care Facilities
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Getting Help - Many communities have support services that enable frail older people to live
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Special Notices
Support Group Meetings
Date:
Call for Information
Where: Oregon Health
Sciences University
CDRC building, Room 3200
707 SW Gaines Road,
Portland, Ore.
Contact Karen Kovak
Phone:
503-494-5606
Participants:
Combined open/caregivers
support group
State Resources conintued
Caregiving continued
Health care - This section discusses the ways to deal with health issues when they arise.
Find caregiver tips about pain management, depression, delirium, injuries associated with falling, hearing loss, nutrition
and more.
Legal & FinancialConsidering legal and financial issues is an important part of caregiving planning.
Making legal decisions early can save you undue stress when care needs have progressed to a more serious stage. This information
will provide you with a great start.
Needs assessment and case management
When you or someone you care about
needs more help than you have available, or if you are thinking about nursing home care, we can help you sort out the choices
that may be available to you. We can also give you facts about care costs and help you plan so that you get the most for your
money. Contact your local DHS or Area Agency on Aging office for help and more information.
Community Resources
Ask a Nurse
Phone: (541) 686-7000
Eugene, OR 97440
This free, 24-hour medical
info and referral service is staffed by registered nurses answering health.
Center for Family Development
1258 High Street
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone:(541) 342-8437,
The office is open from 8 to 5; sessions are by appointment only. Mental health treatment
for children and adults.
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic3321 West 11th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: (541) 685-1800
Contact:
Catherine AmberVolunteer Coordinator
Social Service Office
450 Highway 99 N
Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: (541) 689-6747
Contact:
Jake DudellEmergency services and provisions for low income, at risk, and homeless families and individuals.
Food boxes, clothing, medicines, supplies, etc.
ShelterCare, Inc.
1062 Main Street #12
Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: (541) 726-8125
Temporary shelter, food and clothing to families who are homeless and shelter to single
adults with disabilities who have been referred by Lane County Mental Health. Must be able to care for self independently.
Disabilities
Disabilities-Visit this new section and explore the issues surrounding the younger
disabled population and the caregivers who provide services to thousands of Oregonians with disabilities. Find tips on communication,
roles and relationships, and learn about the Client Employed Provider (CEP) Program.
Choosing care
in the home
Food & financial help
Financial
Insurnace
When you see a doctor, ask about: Oregon Health Plan (OHP) sliding scale clinic
if you do not have insurance.
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